Download, Import, Organize, Automate
Custom vfx pipelines for media ingestion, file organization, and database tracking for teams of any size.
Trusted by productions around the world
Slingshot Features
Fully customizable VFX Ingest and Tracking Automation
File Management
Automatic Download
Automatically download incoming files/packages and organize them into custom directory structures or shot trees.
Multiple File Types
Detect file types (shots, assets, edits, plates, previz, etc) using filename pattern matching and perform unique actions per type.
Supported Services
- Box.com
- Aspera on Cloud
- AWS S3
- LucidLink
- Local disk or NAS
Shotgrid Integration
Automated Ingest
Create Shotgrid versions, playlists, and deliveries from received files, including playable media. Link back to local filesystem for RV and other integration.
CSV Import
Automatically import submission notes and other metadata from .csv or .xlsx documents.
Validate EXRs
Track if EXR/DPX frames are received for versions and validate received frame range against shot metadata.
Slingshot Extensions
Extend Shotgrid with additional features:
- Copy selected entity names to the clipboard
- Collect playlist of files to staging folder
Lineup Sheet Generator
Generate Lineup/Count Sheet PDFs populated with metadata from Shotgrid.
Event Triggers
Trigger actions from Shotgrid events, e.g. set the Shot status when a Version status changes.
Automation Simplified
Easy to use yet powerfully configurable, tailored to your exact needs.
Convenient Deployment
Easy to monitor via a web-based interface accessible from anywhere. Fully hosted in the cloud or deployed on-site for access to local file servers.
Secure
Data is never stored on Slingshot servers -- we use secure APIs to orchestrate third party services.
Seamless and Invisible
No custom software to install or use. Vendors transfer files like normal. Slingshot operates 24/7 in the background without much (if any) user interaction.
Personalized Support
Each client gets a fully customized configuration specific to their workflow that can be updated or changed any time, and personal support if things go wrong.
Any Questions?
Q. How much does it cost?
We don't show a full price list online as each project is unique, and we individually tailor our services around your team's specific requirements. Please contact us for a quote.
Q. I need a feature not listed here, can you help?
Please reach out if you need a feature or a service not listed. Slingshot is very modular and we can often add in new features very quickly.
Q. Do you offer custom development?
Yes! We offer custom workflow consulting, pipeline development, Shotgrid setup, NAS/server build outs, and more. Contact us with what you need.
Q. Can I see a demo?
Absolutely, contact us to schedule a time.