Practical locations
Choose the location from the production list and keep its thumbnail visible for quick reference.
Film tech scout
Tech Scout
Keep the practical location, each set that plays there, camera needs, G&E needs, scout photos, notes, and scenes together before the crew commits to the day.
LOCATIONFoundry Stage
SET AT LOCATIONINT. APARTMENT KITCHEN
Linked to breakdownG&E LISTCAMERA LISTMEDIANOTESSTRIPS
Lighting2 × 1200D · 4 × Titan tube
Grip12 × 12 frame · menace arm
PowerDistro run from stage service
One location, every department decision
Keep the scout tied to the work on screen
Add the sets that play at the location and link each one to the script breakdown. The DP, gaffer, and key grip can build their lists while looking at the same scout photos, notes, and scheduled scenes.
On the scout
Record what the camera, grip, and electric departments need
Sets at the location
Add every set that plays there and link it to the matching set in the breakdown.
G&E lists
Build the fixture, power, rigging, support, and control list for each set.
Camera lists
Carry the camera, lens, support, monitoring, and specialty equipment needed at that set.
Scout media and notes
Keep reference photos, videos, department notes, and open questions with the set.
Scene strips
Review the strips tied to the linked set without leaving the scout.
Before leaving the location
Leave with department lists, not loose notes
Director of photography
Keep camera choices, coverage needs, and visual notes beside the set and its scenes.
Gaffer
Lay out fixtures, control, power, and distro needs set by set.
Key grip
Record rigging, support, frames, shaping, and specialty grip needs.
Scout the location. Build the department plan.
Keep the sets, lists, media, notes, and scenes together before the trucks roll.
Plan Your Tech Scout