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[ussinners]

I did most everything myself when it came to Us Sinners. But, for my next movie, I want someone to find and secure "locations". Plus other crap that needs to be done.

Would this person be considered a Producer?

Also, is there a list somewhere that describes what each person on a crew does?

 

[directorik]

I did most everything myself when it came to Us Sinners. But, for my next movie, I want someone to find and secure "locations". Plus other crap that needs to be done.

Would this person be considered a Producer?

Also, is there a list somewhere that describes what each person on a crew does?

The person who finds and secures the locations is typically
called the Location Manager. But on many small movies
the director does it. So calling that person "Producer" would
be fine. Depending on the other crap that needs to be done it's
just fine to call the person doing it the producer.

Most jobs a pretty self explanatory; the director or photography
is in charge of the photography, the key grip is in charge of the
grips. On a smaller movie the producer can handle any duties you
want them to handle.

Any specific job titles or duties you want to know more about? I'd
be glad to help.

 

[Zensteve]

a list somewhere that describes what each person on a crew does?

The Guerilla Film Makers Handbook - Link is pretty big, and covers virtually all positions in the industry, including brief (but insightful) interviews for all of them as well. Well worth it. (The authors also have other similar books, aimed at the indie-crowd).

If there's one book you neeeeeed for bathroom reading, this is it.

I want someone to find and secure "locations". Plus other crap that needs to be done.

Would this person be considered a Producer?

Maybe. Maybe not.

I have one of my more talkative/social buddies handle locations for me, from scouting to securing to dealing with the paperwork. I've never called him a Producer, though I 'spose I could. Actually, I probably would if he ever asked.

 

[ussinners]

Thank you both.