Location Managers
Professional on-set location management keeping your Australian locations running smoothly from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane.
Location management in Australia requires professionals who understand the country's diverse regulatory landscape — from state-based permit systems in New South Wales and Victoria to council-level requirements across different municipalities. Our location managers navigate Screen NSW, Film Victoria, and other state film bodies to ensure your shoot has every permit and permission in place.
We connect you with location managers who know Australia's filming landscape intimately. Our network includes professionals experienced in managing shoots from Sydney's harbour-front locations to Melbourne's laneways, Gold Coast studio surrounds, and remote Queensland wilderness — ensuring your production has the local expertise and logistical support it needs.
Complete Location Management
From tech scouts through wrap, our location managers handle every aspect of your filming locations—so you can focus on making your production.
On-Set Management
- • Daily location supervision
- • Crew coordination on site
- • Safety management
- • Noise & crowd control
- • Access management
Permit Coordination
- • Filming permit management
- • Road closure coordination
- • Authority liaison
- • Compliance monitoring
- • Documentation handling
Property Relations
- • Owner communication
- • Access negotiations
- • Damage prevention
- • Neighbor relations
- • Community liaison
Location Logistics
- • Tech scout coordination
- • Base camp setup
- • Parking management
- • Wrap & restoration
- • Multi-location coordination
Why Choose Our Location Managers
Local Permit Expertise
Expert navigation of Australian permit systems across all states and territories. We maintain relationships with Screen NSW, Film Victoria, Screen Queensland, and local councils.
Location Knowledge
We understand filming requirements at World Heritage sites like the Sydney Opera House and cultural protocols for Indigenous lands.
Community Relations
Our location managers build positive relationships with property owners, neighbours, and local communities across Australia. We leave locations with doors open for future productions.
Logistics Mastery
From urban Sydney street closures to remote outback shoots, our managers coordinate logistics across vast distances. Experience handling Australia's unique geographic challenges.
Location Management Expertise
What does a location manager do during production?
The location manager oversees all aspects of your filming locations—from arrival to wrap. This includes supervising crew on site, managing access and parking, coordinating with property owners, monitoring permit compliance, controlling noise and crowd issues, and ensuring the location is restored properly.
Do you handle permits and permissions?
Yes, our location managers coordinate all filming permits across Australian states and territories. We work with local councils, manage road closure applications through NSW Traffic, VicRoads, and equivalent bodies, handle police notifications, and ensure compliance with Screen Australia requirements.
What about heritage sites and protected locations?
We specialize in managing complex locations including World Heritage sites like the Sydney Opera House, protected national parks, and Indigenous cultural sites. Our managers understand Department of Climate Change and Heritage protocols and cultural consultation requirements for Indigenous lands.
How do you handle neighbor and community relations?
Our location managers proactively communicate with neighbors before filming, address concerns during production, and ensure positive relationships. This community approach protects your production and maintains good standing for future shoots.
Can you manage multiple locations simultaneously?
Yes, for productions with multiple locations, we provide location management teams coordinating across all sites. Our managers communicate to ensure consistent standards and seamless company moves between locations.
What are typical location fees?
Location fees in Australia vary by state and council. Council-managed public spaces typically range from $500-$5,000 per day, with National Parks charging separate fees. Our managers negotiate competitive rates and handle all paperwork through the relevant state film offices.
Need Location Management?
Tell us about your locations and we'll provide experienced managers for your production.