Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify, assess and select suitable locations for productions
- Liaise with relevant production staff, review relevant production documentation and confirm production requirements relevant to choice of location
- Identify and inspect potential sites that meet creative and technical requirements and production budget
- Prepare briefs on prospective locations for presentation to director or other production staff
- Establish and maintain database of contacts for suitable potential locations
- Develop a production or operational plan and identify required resources and logistical requirements for potential locations
- Consult with relevant personnel to reach agreement on locations to be used
- Arrange access to locations
- Negotiate and conclude contractual agreements, permits or licenses necessary to secure locations in consultation with owners, authorities and relevant production staff
- Maintain liaison with owners and authorities to ensure integrity of production schedules, creative requirements, location plans and any protocols associated with cultural, religious or heritage sites
- Communicate conditions and safety requirements associated with use of locations to production staff and relevant members of the public
- Maintain and file records of contracts and agreements in line with organisational procedures