WE ARE LOOKING FOR LOCATION MANAGERS
As we have a lot of productions, we are now looking for Location Managers who can start working immediately.
- RESPONSIBILITIES -
Carrying out tasks from the pre-planning to completion stages of a production, you’ll usually need to:
assess and interpret scripts or storyboards to get an understanding of the location required.
collate ideas and undertake research, using resources such as the internet, specialist location libraries, local and regional film commissions and agencies.
visit and photograph locations within budget to assess their suitability.
make preliminary enquiries regarding access, parking and location use.
research practical information and logistics involving potential locations.
liaise with key members of the production team to assess visual and technical specifications.
ensure no disruptive noises or events are likely to occur during the shoot.
negotiate access and draw up a contract with location owners.
organise permissions for access, for example with local authorities and the police.
ensure the technical specifications for equipment, power sources and crew accommodation on site are met.
ensure compliance with health, safety and security requirements and undertake risk assessments.
distribute maps and directions to locations, often known as movement orders, to ensure all services and crews reach the locations as directly, safely and quickly as possible.
provide relevant support information to all services and crew.
manage the location on the day and resolve practical or people-related problems as they arise.
supervise location support staff throughout the process.
deal with members of the public who may intrude upon a location.
be responsible for location equipment needs and provide everything needed during the production.
ensure the final clearing up ('the wrap') runs smoothly and thank site owners.
- SALARY -
Upon agreement.
- WORKING HOURS -
Work levels are vary seasonally, with the winter season traditionally being a bit more quiet and during summer most often the busiest period.
On filming days, you are normally the first to arrive and the last to leave, so hours are often long and unsocial. Part-time work is rare because the needs to be constantly available.
- WHAT TO EXPECT -
Work is often outdoors, so it's important for us that you are adaptable and able to work in all kinds of environments and weather conditions.
We are looking for Location Managers with recognition or recommendation, a good network and built up experience and reputation.
You are used to work under pressure. Must be able to foresee problems and respond quickly as issues arise.
Spending time away from home is common as you might have to visit many potential sites and are then in some cases based on those sites while the production is in process.
There may be opportunities abroad for experienced and established location managers. If a film or television production is set in a particular town or city, it won't necessarily be shot there - or even in the same country.
- SKILLS -
excellent organisational, planning and timekeeping skills.
dependability.
excellent communication skills, including the ability to work with a diverse range of people.
adaptability, to deal with external factors when organising the environment required for the shoot.
good administrative skills.
a diplomatic approach to encourage or persuade people as situations demand.
a passable knowledge of architectural styles.
for specific jobs, a strong knowledge of where filming will take place.
knowledge of health and safety regulations.
the ability to problem solve and think laterally.
artistic, creative awareness and preferred competence as a photographer.
stamina to cope with working long hours under pressure.
a full driving licence and preferably ownership of a vehicle.
- WORK EXPERIENCE -
We are looking for Location Managers with mid - to senior experience, and it's advisable that you have some understanding and knowledge of media production.
SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO:
Christian Nordenström
Founder & Senior Location Manager
christian@nordicproductions.se
