Methods
A location scout typically takes descriptive, panoramic photographs or video of location possibilities. A good location scout will make photos of a location possibility that reflect the aesthetic goals of the production and will also include visually descriptive utilitarian photography and info in his/her presentation, documenting much more than just what will potentially appear onscreen.
Additional descriptive information might include (as might be relevant):
- reverse/alternate angle (photographing TOWARD where camera might be), panoramic photography- to show space available for camera, lighting, video assist, hair and makeup (and clients on a commercial shoot)
- GPS coordinates, compass directions, other map data as may be applicable
- ambient lighting conditions at various times of day (or night), solar data, i.e. angle of sun at different times of day
- photos of holding/staging areas and available parking and/or parking restriction signage
- hand sketches of street/building layout(s), building/room floor plan(s), room or area dimension data
- crew/vehicle access data, i.e. doorways, hallways, elevators, stairs, availability and info of personnel needed for access
- notes regarding ambient sound conditions
- On the shoot day, if a set is to be "dressed" (props/furniture added or (re)moved), Locations Department and/or Art Department/Property Master Staff/Prop Stylist will photograph the specific areas to be affected so as to assure that the location will be returned to its original state once filming is completed.
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