Line Producer / Production Manager

Want to be a Line Producer then you must KNOW your cost
Check you above the line & below the line cost & always remember to keep budget aside for contingencies & for the extra expenses that may come up

Balance your budget between the PRACTICAL PART & CREATIVE PART of your screen play.

Break Down Your Script into
1. Initial Budget
2. Shooting Schedule
3. Estimate the cost of each shooting day (Talent, Location, Equipment Hire, Crew, Vendor Negotiation)

Be diplomatic & clear while working with others

Check your CALL SHEET the night before, so you know
Name Of The Production
Date Time & Day No. Of The Shoot
Important Contact Details
Walky Radio Channels (Department List)
Weather Updates (SunRise/SunSet)
Set Address (Location 1/2/3)
Parking Details
Emergency Hospital Details

Open Or Close Set
Major TALENT LIST For The Day With Time Schedule
Background Talent List For The Day With Time Schedule

(SCENES No.)
WHAT you are shooting
WHERE you are shooting
WHEN you are shooting
WHAT props & equipment is required for shooting
Single Or Multiple MEALS Details For The Location Or For Multiple Location
Total Page Counts

Write down every expenses
Control your budget & buy insurance

Organization is the KEY
Never assume always get the final cost & learn to anticipate problems

Remember TIME is MONEY & always be cool

After shooting completes get ready for POST
Hire Editors
Hire Composers
Hire Facility
& Ensure Delivery