Location Manager

The location manager, as the name suggests is basically the person who is responsible for finding the location for a film set. However, there are more roles to be played by a location manager. The location manager finds and secures locations to be used making sure it is relevant for the production to successfully complete. They are also responsible for resolving any issues that arise during this time and. If, during production, there is any impact of affect on the outside people/community, the locations manager is responsible to resolve them. The location manager has to visit a place, risk assess it, before actually choosing it as the best place for the film to be shot. They also identify and problems that may occur for e.g. accessibility, food, weather etc. They make arrangements for filming to take place, including co-ordinating parking facilities and fees for the location, available power sources, and permissions from relevant authorities. Therefore, a lot of planning in advance is required to successfully secure locations for a set in a film.
I have never really heard of this job role before having the lecture with Deborah. I have heard of the obvious roles likes director, producer, editor, but it was interesting learning about different roles. I think it is a great job to do, i mean i myself would love to do it! However it does come with alot of responsibilites and work (but i'm sure i could overcome that).

Here is a good video to check out about the roles of a location manager:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qr3Elpsjtwk