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Client Communication and Planning

• Develop bids, estimates, and treatments for client pitches

• Manage client expectations and negotiate costs

• Act as the primary liaison between the crew and client to ensure alignment on all project aspects

Project Planning

• Establish project timelines, shoot schedules, shot lists, and call sheets

• Proactively identify and address potential production challenges, collaborating on effective solutions

• Working within deadlines and budgets

Resource Management

• Evaluate locations, equipment, and talent needed

• Recruit, schedule, and oversee cast and freelance crew, negotiating rates

• Source, rent, and secure equipment, props/wardrobe, and locations

• Coordinate crew paperwork, payroll, and scheduling

Planning and Execution

• Create and maintain shoot schedules, tracking progress

• Collaborate closely with vendors and crew

• Foster a positive on-set environment

Logistics and Legal

• Organize appearance, materials, and location releases

• Monitor production costs, providing accurate financial reports

Financial Management

• Collect crew invoices promptly upon project completion

• Calculate actual project costs to facilitate accurate profit and loss reporting

Project Management

• Develop and implement post-production calendars for editors and clients, ensuring project milestones are met

Client Communication

• Effectively manage client feedback and communications, ensuring their vision is fully realized in the final product