Professional Location Scouting Services – Elite Site Access & Permitting
Our Professional Location Scouting Services eliminate the guesswork from pre-production. We provide curated galleries of prime cinematic sites and handle all complex municipal permitting, ensuring your shoot proceeds without legal interruptions. Access our Heavy Metal infrastructure for rapid site verification and high-end logistics.
Available Worldwide
Secure the perfect cinematic backdrop with Elite site access and friction-free legal clearance.
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DELIVERABLES
Digital Location Lookbook (PDF/Web Gallery)
High-Resolution (4K) Site Photography for each location
360° Virtual Site Walkthroughs
Municipal Film Permits (Approved/Ready-to-File)
Private Property Access Agreements
Technical Site Survey Reports (Power, Sound, Sun-path)
Logistics Map (Parking, Loading Docks, Staging Areas)
SCOPE: INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
Included
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Initial Database Search (400+ Standardized Locations)
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Physical Site Visits (Up to 3 priority locations)
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Permit Application Processing & Filing Fees
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Insurance Certificate Liaison (COI coordination)
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Neighbor/Business Notification Letters
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Parking & Street Closure Logistics Planning
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Support: 7-Day Bug Fix Period
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QC: 20-Point daWorld Technical Audit
Excluded
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Physical On-Site Security Personnel
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Location Rental Fees (Payable directly to owners)
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International Travel for Scouters (Quoted Separately)
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Extreme Weather Insurance Premiums
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Set Design or Physical Modifications to Site
REQUIREMENTS TO START
To ensure a smooth start to your project, we require the following items immediately after checkout:
- 1 The Brief: Automated intake form completion
- 2 Project Timeline: Start and end dates of shoot
- 3 Aesthetic Moodboard: Visual references for desired look
- 4 Budget Cap: Maximum per-day rental limit
- 5 Production Specs: Number of crew, vehicles, and equipment footprint
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does permitting take?
Standard municipal permits take 3-5 days; expedited options vary by city.
Do you handle private property negotiations?
Yes, we manage all contracts with private owners as part of the service.
What if a location is unavailable on our dates?
Our reports include secondary "backup" sites that meet similar aesthetic profiles.
Are permit fees included in the service price?
The labor of filing is included; specific city application fees are billed at cost.
Do you provide power and grip on-site?
No, this service covers access and legalities; hardware is part of our Production packages.
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