Film Production Standard Operating Procedures

Record the production requirements for a film or television production with this easy-to-use downloadable checklist, including:

• production staff and crew - from producer to tool maintenance,
• support staff (craft service / catering, security, police, etc),
• cast, stunties, bit players, extras,
• locations requirements,
• equipment and vehicles,
• production forms.

Available in MS Word format. Fully editable and reusable.

Are you doing location filming? You need this Film Location Contact List.

• When on location, your crew needs a list of the property owners and other persons that would need to be contacted if there were any problems (lost keys, no access, damage to property, etc).
• Fill out the form with the relevant information for each person and provide copies to every department.
• The form is a MS Word template which can be filled in electronically or by hand.
• Reusable and customizable.

Use this easy template to write a Location Scouting Report for a film or TV production.

The report includes:

• Contact information for the property owners.
• Which scenes are being considered for shooting there.
• Day/night and interior/exterior shots.
• What sort of security and emergency services are needed.
• Dimensions and finishes.
• Light sources and sound environment.
• Access to electrical supply.
• Facilities and parking available.
• Special problems or considerations.

The Film Location Scouting Report form can be tailored to your specific requirements. Don't leave home without it.

Prepare Cast and Crew Call Sheets for a film or television production with these template forms.

• Use the call sheet forms to keep track of:
  • the names of all cast and crew from all departments (including extras and stand-ins),
  • cell phone numbers,
  • set calls,
  • shuttle calls,
  • makeup calls,
  • advance shooting,
  • shoot times and wrap times.
• Available in MS Word format.
• Customizable and fully editable.

Film crews aren't always welcomed with open arms when shooting on location. Write up a Code of Conduct for your crew with this easy-to-use template.

• The Code of Conduct is to be followed by all cast and crew during filming in order to promote a harmonious relationship between the production crew and residents and businesses located in the filming area.
• Crew members are prohibited from trespassing on any private property other than the location where shooting is scheduled.
• Filming permits must be posted in prominent locations and residents and business owners notified when and where shooting will be taking place.
• Restrictions and instructions regarding parking, trash removal, smoking, etc.
• The location must be restored to its original condition after shooting wraps up.
• Available in MS Word format.