Location Managers
Professional on-set location management keeping your New Zealand locations running smoothly from Auckland, Wellington, Queenstown.
Location management in New Zealand requires professionals who navigate DOC conservation requirements, iwi cultural protocols, and regional council permit systems — from Screen Auckland urban permits to Heritage New Zealand approvals and the careful environmental management that protects New Zealand's pristine landscapes. Our location managers ensure compliance while maximising NZSPG incentive eligibility.
We connect you with location managers who know New Zealand's world-famous filming landscape. Our network includes professionals experienced in managing shoots from Auckland's urban locations to Wellington's Weta Workshop surrounds, Queenstown's alpine scenery, and Fiordland's remote wilderness — providing the local expertise behind The Lord of the Rings, Avatar, and countless other productions.
Complete Location Management
From tech scouts through wrap, our location managers handle every aspect of your filming locations—so you can focus on making your production.
On-Set Management
- • Daily location supervision
- • Crew coordination on site
- • Safety management
- • Noise & crowd control
- • Access management
Permit Coordination
- • Filming permit management
- • Road closure coordination
- • Authority liaison
- • Compliance monitoring
- • Documentation handling
Property Relations
- • Owner communication
- • Access negotiations
- • Damage prevention
- • Neighbor relations
- • Community liaison
Location Logistics
- • Tech scout coordination
- • Base camp setup
- • Parking management
- • Wrap & restoration
- • Multi-location coordination
Why Choose Our Location Managers
Local Permit Expertise
Expert navigation of New Zealand permit systems through NZFC and regional screen offices. We coordinate DOC national park permits, iwi consultation, and council authorizations — essential for maximising the NZSPG incentive.
Location Knowledge
We understand DOC (Department of Conservation) filming requirements and iwi cultural consultation protocols for sites like Tongariro National Park and sacred Māori lands.
Community Relations
Our location managers build respectful relationships with landowners, iwi (Māori tribal authorities), and local communities across New Zealand. We honour cultural protocols and maintain the trust essential for location access.
Logistics Mastery
From Auckland's urban settings to Wellington's creative district, Queenstown's mountain scenery, and Fiordland's remote wilderness, our managers coordinate logistics across New Zealand's spectacular but logistically challenging landscape.
Location Management Expertise
What does a location manager do during production?
The location manager oversees all aspects of your filming locations—from arrival to wrap. This includes supervising crew on site, managing access and parking, coordinating with property owners, monitoring permit compliance, controlling noise and crowd issues, and ensuring the location is restored properly.
Do you handle permits and permissions?
Yes, our location managers coordinate all filming permits across New Zealand regions. We work with Screen Auckland, Film Wellington, DOC for conservation land, and local councils. Iwi consultation for culturally significant areas is also facilitated.
What about heritage sites and protected locations?
We specialize in managing complex locations including Tongariro (with Māori cultural protocols), DOC conservation areas, and pristine wilderness environments. Our managers coordinate with Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga and facilitate iwi consultation for culturally significant sites.
How do you handle neighbor and community relations?
Our location managers proactively communicate with neighbors before filming, address concerns during production, and ensure positive relationships. This community approach protects your production and maintains good standing for future shoots.
Can you manage multiple locations simultaneously?
Yes, for productions with multiple locations, we provide location management teams coordinating across all sites. Our managers communicate to ensure consistent standards and seamless company moves between locations.
What are typical location fees?
Location fees in New Zealand are reasonable. DOC conservation land permits have structured fees, while private farmland access is negotiated with landowners. NZSPG rebate of up to 40% applies to qualifying spend. Our managers handle all negotiations in NZD.
Need Location Management?
Tell us about your locations and we'll provide experienced managers for your production.