Show Rundown Creator
Build a broadcast-style run of show — segments, talent, sources, durations and auto-calculated start times — with a live countdown mode and CSV, Excel and PDF export.
Evening Show — Run of Show
Start 7:00:00 PM · Total 14:00 · 6 items
| # | Type | Item | Talent | Source | Start | Dur | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7:00:00 PM | ||||||
| 2 | 7:00:30 PM | ||||||
| 3 | 7:02:00 PM | ||||||
| 4 | 7:08:00 PM | ||||||
| 5 | 7:11:00 PM | ||||||
| 6 | 7:13:00 PM | ||||||
| Total Runtime | 7:14:00 PM | 14:00 | |||||
Drag the grip to reorder items, or use the arrow buttons; each row's clock time recalculates from the show start and the durations above it. Edit a duration as MM:SS or H:MM:SS. Live Mode highlights the current item and counts it down — green while on time, amber in the last 15 seconds, red once you run over. Everything saves in your browser; export to CSV, Excel or PDF, or print a hard copy for the gallery.
What Is the Show Rundown Creator?
The Show Rundown Creator builds a professional run of show like the ones used in TV galleries, live streams and events. Each row is a segment with a type (Segment, Live, VT/Video, Graphic, Interview, Music, Break, Ad), an item title, talent, source (camera or input), a duration and notes or script. From the show start time and the durations, it automatically calculates the clock start time for every item and the total runtime, updating instantly as you edit or reorder. Drag rows to reorder, duplicate or delete them, and colour-coded type stripes make the sheet scannable at a glance. A Live Mode turns it into a show-caller's timer: it highlights the current item, counts it down large, and flags amber in the final seconds and red once you run over, with Next/Prev to advance through the show. Export the finished rundown to CSV, Excel or PDF, or print a copy for the gallery — and everything saves in your browser automatically.
How It Works
Set the show title and start time, then add items and fill in type, title, talent, source, duration (MM:SS or H:MM:SS) and notes. Drag the grip or use the arrows to reorder; each item's on-air clock time recalculates automatically. Hit Live Mode to run the show with a countdown for the current item and Next/Prev to advance. Export to CSV, Excel or PDF, or print.
When to Use It
Use it to plan and run TV shows, live streams, podcasts, webinars, conferences, church services, award shows, weddings and stage events — anywhere you need timed segments, a total runtime, and a document to hand to the crew, host and gallery.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How are start times calculated?
- Each item's clock time is the show start time plus the total duration of every item above it, so reordering rows or changing a duration instantly re-times the whole rundown and updates the total runtime.
- What is Live Mode?
- It turns the rundown into a show-caller's clock: the current item is highlighted and counted down in large digits — green while on time, amber in the last 15 seconds, and red once you run over — with Next and Prev to move through the show as it airs.
- Can I export or share the rundown?
- Yes — export to CSV (for spreadsheets), Excel (.xls), or a formatted PDF, or print a hard copy. The rundown also saves in your browser so it's there when you come back.
- Does it save my work?
- Automatically, in your browser's local storage. Nothing is uploaded — your rundown stays on your device — so export or print if you need a permanent copy or want to share it with the team.
Last reviewed: 2026-06-27