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.
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Capabilities
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.
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On-Set Management
- Daily location supervision
- Crew coordination on site
- Safety management
- Noise & crowd control
- Access management
Site Control
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Permit Coordination
- Filming permit management
- Road closure coordination
- Authority liaison
- Compliance monitoring
- Documentation handling
Legal Compliance
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Property Relations
- Owner communication
- Access negotiations
- Damage prevention
- Neighbor relations
- Community liaison
Relationship Management
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Location Logistics
- Tech scout coordination
- Base camp setup
- Parking management
- Wrap & restoration
- Multi-location coordination
Smooth Operations
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Why Us
Why Choose Our Location Managers
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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.
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Location Knowledge
We understand filming requirements at World Heritage sites like the Sydney Opera House and cultural protocols for Indigenous lands.
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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.
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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.
On Location
On-set location management across Sydney Opera House to Uluru-Kata Tjuta with Aboriginal Land Council and DOC-equivalent permitting
Here is how this works in practice. Our location manager network covers Sydney (Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi, The Rocks), Melbourne (Federation Square, MCG, Yarra Valley), Gold Coast Queensland (Village Roadshow Studios + Surfers Paradise), Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef (UNESCO 1981), Uluru-Kata Tjuta UNESCO 1987 (NT — Anangu Classic Owners sacred site, climbing banned since 2019), Kakadu UNESCO 1981, Tasmanian Wilderness UNESCO 1982 (Cradle Mountain, Wineglass Bay, MONA), Daintree Rainforest (180M years), Blue Mountains UNESCO 2000, the Twelve Apostles Great Ocean Road, and the Outback (Red Centre, Alice Springs, Kings Canyon).
Here is the short of it. Permitting routes through Screen NSW, Screen Queensland, Film Vic, ScreenWest, Screen Tasmania, and SAFC state agencies, plus local council and state heritage council layers, NPWS (National Parks and Wildlife Service) state offices, Parks Australia federal (Uluru/Kakadu/Christmas Island/Booderee/Norfolk Island), and Aboriginal Land Council frameworks under Mabo 1992 Native Title and AIATSIS cultural protocols.
Here is the breakdown. Day-to-day on-set responsibility runs unit holds, neighbour relations, road closures (state Roads and Maritime Services across NSW/Vic/Qld/SA/WA/Tas/NT), Airservices ATC airspace coordination for helicopter and CASA Part 101 drone ops, ACMA wireless licensing, and Australian Border Force customs for cross-border kit.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Climate work runs bushfire-season Dec-Mar (2019-2020 Black Summer catastrophic precedent), cyclone-season Nov-Apr (northern Queensland/NT/WA), outback 45°C+ Dec-Feb extreme heat, Cairns/Daintree humidity 70-95 percent, and Tasmanian cool maritime — driving Royal Flying Doctor Service aeromedevac standby, CareFlight, and Westpac Rescue Helicopter coordination. Saltwater crocodile, snake, spider, and shark safety protocols are routine across NT/QLD/WA tropical and coastal locations. Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country protocols mandatory; Safe Work Australia WHS Act, MEAA, Fair Work Ombudsman, Superannuation 11 percent, GST 10 percent apply.
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FAQ
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.
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ACT 04 — On Set
Need Location Management?
Tell us about your locations and we'll provide experienced managers for your production.