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SaveWhat Does a Location Manager Do?
Location managers are responsible for procuring locations for filming outside of the studio and all the logistics this includes. They negotiate site use, and manage and maintain the site during shooting. Location managers manage the safety and security of the film crew on site.
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Where Do I Start?
Analyse A Script
Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.
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Skills You Need to Become a Location Manager
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialAnalyse A Script skill
Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.
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EssentialApply Organisational Techniques skill
Employ a set of organisational techniques and procedures which facilitate the achievement of the goals set. Use these resources efficiently and sustainably, and show flexibility when required.
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EssentialConsult With Production Director skill
Consult with the director, producer and clients throughout the production and post-production process.
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EssentialFinish Project Within Budget skill
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EssentialManage Consumables Stock skill
Manage and monitor consumables stock to ensure that the production demands and deadlines can be met at all times.
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EssentialManage Contracts skill
Negotiate the terms, conditions, costs and other specifications of a contract while making sure they comply with legal requirements and are legally enforceable. Oversee the execution of the contract, agree …
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EssentialNegotiate Price skill
Arrange an agreement on price of products or services provided or offered.
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EssentialReport Analysis Results skill
Produce research documents or give presentations to report the results of a conducted research and analysis project, indicating the analysis procedures and methods which led to the results, as well …
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EssentialAnalyse Logistic Needs skill
Analysing the logistic needs of all the different departments on the organisational level.
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EssentialArrange Permits skill
Arrange permits for shooting a film on location. Consult with owners and local authorities.
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EssentialManage Location Logistics skill
Make sure that cast, crew, and equipment reach the location on time and in an organised manner. Organise catering, power sources, parking, etc.
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EssentialPrepare Road Directions skill
Explore the different routes to the filming locations. Make notes. Create detailed directions to distribute to cast and crew. Make road signs.
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EssentialSearch For A Suitable Location skill
Search for locations suitable for film or photo shoots.
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EssentialSupervise Site Maintenance skill
Supervise the clean-up and maintenance of a specific site in order to ensure it is fit for purpose.
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EssentialWork With Pre-production Team skill
Consult with the pre-production team about expectations, requirements, budget, etc.
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Optional Skills (5 of 11 displayed)
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OptionalFilm Production Process knowledge
The various development stages of making a film, such as scriptwriting, financing, shooting, editing, and distribution.
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OptionalCinematography knowledge
The science of recording light and electromagnetic radiation in order to create a motion picture. The recording can happen electronically with an image sensor or chemically on light sensitive materials …
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OptionalPersonal Directing Styles knowledge
Understand and analyse the behaviour of specific directors.
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OptionalLighting Techniques knowledge
The characteristics of techniques used to create atmospheres and effects on camera or on stage; the equipment required and appropriate setup to use.
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OptionalPhotography knowledge
Art and practice of creating aesthetically appealing images by recording light or electromagnetic radiation.
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OptionalPlan Health And Safety Procedures skill
Set up procedures for maintaining and improving health and safety in the workplace.
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OptionalWork With The Camera Crew skill
Work with the crew responsible for the camera operation and movement to get directions from them on where to stand for an aesthetic result.
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OptionalWork With The Director Of Photography skill
Work with the director of photography on the artistic and creative vision that needs to be followed during production of a movie or theatre production.
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OptionalWork With The Lighting Crew skill
Work with the crew responsible for the lighting setup and operation to get directions from them on where to stand for an aesthetic result.
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OptionalMake Film Shooting Schedule skill
Decide when the shooting will start on each location, how long it will take, and when to move to another location.
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OptionalMake Photographic Storyboards skill
Take photographs of potential locations. Create a photographic storyboard to show findings to producer and director.
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