Event Details
Finding the right location for your film project can add authenticity to a scene, while a wrong location can distract and disconnect audiences from your narrative. How does one then ensure that your shooting locations match the vision of the project?
Join acclaimed location manager, John Maher (“Gone Girl”, “TAR”, “Oh Canada”) as he gives attendees a crash course on location management and scouting. Learn best practices for researching shooting locations, the process of setting up a film scout with your core production team, the importance of managing your permits, and much more!
* Due to Scheduling Conflicts, John will be leading the seminar virtually. Chris Famelette is moderating the seminar and will be on hand in person to answer additional questions *
Presenter
John Maher (Virtual)– Location Manager
John Maher is an acclaimed location manager specializing in efficient and detailed scouting, presentation, and execution in film friendly environments. With over 25 years’ experience in New York City, The Hudson Valley, the Greater Metropolitan region, and New England, John has worked with a plethora of high profile directors, including Kathryn Bigelow, Spike Lee, David Fincher, and many more.
A member of the DGA for over 20 years, John has worked as a location manager on projects such as TAR (Focus Features), Gone Girl (Warner Brothers), Bono: Stories of Surrender (Apple), and Oh Hi (Sony Pictures Classics)
Moderator
Chris Famelette
Chris Famelette, adoring husband and father to 2 boys, 4 dogs and a flock of chickens, has been creating entertainment for most of his life. Whether working as a professor of TV and film, running cameras for NBC or FOX or making the magic of Hollywood come to life working locations for 817, Chris has an attention to detail and a passion for the entertainment industry that is unmatched.
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