Producer Responsibilities (M2)

Pre-Production

  • Secure each filming location by completing a Location Agreement and Shooting Plan. Make sure the location owner is clear about the nature of the production, and provide them with a Location Pamphlet.
  • Complete a Location Hazard Assessment Checklist. If any location hazards, then also complete a Hazard Notification Report.
  • Have each actor sign a Performance Agreement.
  • Arrange for volunteers and/or extras if required.
  • Prepare all scheduling information and other material required for Directors Prep.
  • Attend Directors prep and takes notes for the Director.
  • Assist the Director with any and all logistical needs to prepare for principal photography.
  • Attend the Production Meeting. Discuss any logistics and answer crewmembers’ questions.
  • Check the weather periodically to monitor adverse conditions. Have a back-up plan.
  • Meet with the 1st AD to discuss the schedule.
  • Purchase Craft Services by the night before production.
  • Pre-order lunch and arrange for it to be picked up by a volunteer on the day of production.
  • Have a Greenlight Meeting with the Head of Production.
  • Double check every logistical piece of information and make sure nothing has been forgotten.

On Set

  • Start of day:
    • Arrive at set at least 30 minutes early.
    • Immediately establish contact with the location owner to make sure everything is still going as planned. Check back with them periodically throughout the day as needed.
  • Throughout the day:
    • Make sure everything is going as planned throughout the day, and troubleshoot logistics as needed.
    • Be another set of eyes at the tap monitor to make sure all is going as planned.
  • End of day:
    • With 2nd AD, clean and secure location. Be the LAST TO LEAVE (except perhaps Art Dept).
    • Whenever possible, do a walk-thru with the location owner to verify everything is in order.
    • Leave the location better than when you arrived.
    • Drop off the camera cards & sound cards in the post hall cubby.

Post-Production

  • Turn in Production Delivery Paperwork via OneDrive to the Head of Production by 9am Thursday after production.
  • Turn in the hard copy originals of the Reimbursement Voucher, itemized receipts, and Meal Sign In Sheet to the Film School Accountant by 9am Thursday after production.