Shoot Coordinator

SUMMARY:
Opportunity for a Shoot Coordinator to join a branding and communications agency based in Kloof. We are looking for someone who is able to facilitate the atmosphere of a shoot. Must have an immense amount of initiative, be able to think quickly on their feet and confident to make decisions on the go, able to travel and be highly organised and resourceful.

POSITION INFO:
Duties and responsibilities: 

• Responsible for pre-, on-shoot and post- planning of photoshoots.
• Attend briefing and preprod meetings, add value by anticipating what will be required and use initiative in planning in advance and asking all the right question.
• Scouting models and venues or briefing a scout/agent to find.
• Booking, negotiating and securing all crew, venues, gear, menus, permits, models, travel, accommodation.
• Working closely with the shoot production manager to ensure our reputation and level of excellence is delivered at all times.
• Source product if required, collect, deliver to shoot venue and be responsible for product packaging and return post shoot.
• Attend shoots, work alongside the crew to ensure the process runs efficiently and on time.
• Maintain and be the architect of the ‘atmosphere’ on shoot, reduce stress levels and anticipate hiccups on the ground. Improvise and use intiative, always keeping your eye on the ball.
• Distribute all shoot schedules, crew & model lists and shoot plan.
• Prepare shoot cost estimates working within client’s budget.
• Post shoot reconciliation of all costs, payments and finalise invoice for client.