The Association of Film Commissioners International has launched “Location Management 101,” an online training course developed in collaboration with the Location Managers Guild International.Billed as a course “for anyone who wants to understand the role and responsibilities of location managers working in film, TV, commercial, print and other types of media production,” it’s available on the AFCI University website and costs $150 for AFCI members and $300 for non-members.
You can register here.The course covers a wide range of topics including location research, planning, scouting, budgeting, permitting, photography, laws & regulations, transportation, security and equipment.
It also explains how to work effectively with the various entities involved in on-location production, including film commissions, property owners, residents and businesses.
The course also explores how location managers play a role in broader industry issues, such as workforce diversity and inclusion, Covid-19 compliance, on-set safety and sustainability.
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