Logistics - complex processes of organising resources for production ensuring all personnel, props equipment & locations are in the right place at right time
This includes getting
- personal and hiring
- props
- production equipment
- locations
- transportation
- care on location ( feeding )
The production company must not only get the resources, the they need them for the right time and the best possible value
Logistics documents: daily planner / call sheet
- these are used each day on production
- ensures everyone on set knows what the goals for the day are , where they’re based , when they’re required to be there and what each individuals role is
- helpful because it clarifies goals for day one , simple sheet which can be circulated amongst everyone
- lists all resources and logistics details as well as creative aims ( e.g shot number to be filmed that day )
Call sheet include
- local details : Adress , map , transport details
- crew details : personnel, contact details , times required
- health and safety notes : weather , protective clothing hazarad
- transport schedules
- filming schedules
- equipment
- facilities: toilets ,trailers , catering
- contingencies
Permission forms
1 used to get permission for resources or people
2 clearance form - permission to use copyrighted audios or videos
3 individual realisecform - any work they create under the company belongs to the company not them and they can’t keep the work when they leave
4 consent form - everyone appearing in a production actor or member of public must sing a form to give permission to be in film ( under 18s need parental consent)
5 location form - permission to film or use a location some buildings are copy right lawed so very important
ASSET LOG: This lists all things considered an ‘asset’ to the team: videos, images, sound, typography designs and any other element of style or content. Covers content produced by the production company and obtained from other sources and allows the tracking of copyright issues and permissions.
The asset log will contain: What the asset is, what the asset contains and permission details
RECCES: Conducted at the same time as risk assessment and judges the suitability of a location for production – multiple are carried out to decide.
Will consider: Does it meet the creative vision and what are the logistical issues (accessibility, availability and cost)
SET DESIGN: A visual design of how the set will look including background and props in as much detail as possible as either a 2D or 3D sketch or design produced by imaging software. Helps technical team plan camera positions and movements and may include annotations to further explain



A very detailed blog post which includes a range of logistical issues together with clear explanations. Your exam response demonstrates a high level of understanding, well done. Where did you lose the one mark?
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