Location scouting across East Africa.

Location scouting across East Africa. Location scouting is a vital process in the pre-production stage of filmmaking and commercial photography.

Once scriptwriters, producers or directors have decided what general kind of scenery they require for various parts of their work that is shot outside of the studio, the search for suitable place of “Location” outside the studio begins. It’s at this point that our vast knowledge of East Africa comes in handy. Eco film fixers boast of up to 10 years of assisting foreign film crew and individual filmmakers find that ideal film location.

Our Location scouts also look for generally spectacular or interesting locations beforehand, this means we have (of-our-fingers) a database of varying film locations in case of requests. Be sure we will get you the best deals on filming locations across East Africa.

What we consider while finding your ideal Film location.

Having done location scouting for quite some time, we now understand that if no done well, this can generally affect a production.

We have learned to look out for the following.

• The overall philosophy of Art in film shooting.
• The financial cost of production of Art in film shooting.
• The financial cost of production.
• Logistic feasibility including but not limited to distance from base of operations or other locations scheduled.
• Availability of electrical power or feasibility of bringing in generators for lights and electrical scheduled
• Availability light (indoors or outdoors) and weather conditions (outdoors)
• Permissions from and cooperation of location owner and neighbors, local government and law enforcement.

The Process of finding a suitable film location for your shoot.

Typically ideas for what a filming location should or could be are discussed between Production Company and Eco film fixers , then research is begun to actually find and document that location using team of location scouts.

Our location scouts working under supervision of the local manager, generally strive to provide as many potentially useful/viable ideas and /or options as possible for review by production; often the Assistant Director , Production Manager and subsequently ,the Director, production  Manager and Subsequently, the Director or even the Executive Producer in the case of narrative filmmaking.

Once a consensus on locations with the most potential is reached, arrangements are normally made for some of the heads of the other production Departments to tour those location(s) to confirm suitability.

During this time the Eco Film Fixers location scouting team will start to contact and begin negotiations with all relevant parties concerned in order to secure all permits and permissions to film at the location something we call ‘’clearing the location’’: The location clearing process involves investigating and confirming availability and all fees to be paid to a location owner or agent, obtaining any needed film permits (may involve fees)

Also, there might be the distribution of “resident letters” or “filming notifications”. These are notices to neighbors, advising them of intent to film in the area (often a local requirement). These steps result in “locking down”: making sure that all details and existing or potential issues are addressed. While it is our job to anticipate and minimize problems associated with location, it is also the productions team or filmmaker to advise us of any intractable problems that may need consideration so that contingencies can be planned.

Necessary Requirements to Film in East Africa.

 Kit Clearance Services.

Dealing with the right persons (company) to assist you clear all your filming equipment will help you shoot a success. Eco Film Fixer can assist you in clearing your Filming kit at any entry point in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda & Rwanda. Among the things we do is assist in temporary importation of filming drones. However, drones being sensitive subject, we often recommend starting this process a lot earlier. Ample time is the secret to successfully importing a drone in most destinations we fix.

Accommodation:

Eco Film Fixer has a long standing good working relationship with most hotels, lodges and inns in each of the destinations we fix. We are therefore in better position to not only recommend but to also find the best rates and also book the accommodation for your film crew if we need be.

Transportation:             

Eco Film Fixer operates a fleet of very reliable and purpose suited vehicles for filming. From open-sided jeeps to very specific closed cars including well- suited equipment carriers. We can arrange both your crew and equipment transportation.

Film Crew Security.

Our filming Security services are designed to secure your filming location, and protect your cast, crew and equipment. Location shooting offers its own unique threats and risks, so we design patrol tours, standing guard placement, and post order duties to maximize our surveillance and minimize opportunities for theft, trespassing, vandalism, disturbances and other unwanted activity.

Vehicle Hire Services

Eco film fixers will help you organize transport for film crews to film in East Africa. The transportation services all depend on your interest, the nature of the roads and the schedule. For us to have a final estimate how much it will cost in terms of fuel, we will need to look at your filming schedule to have an established mileage and distance to be traveled. We also organize both charter and scheduled air transport for those that are interested in flying to reduce the number of hours.

Why you should use Eco film fixers for Location scouting for filming in East Africa.

Eco film fixers is film Fixing Company based in Uganda, we pride ourselves we assist filming companies and Production agencies that are interested in filming in East Africa. We are very capable in handling all fixer services required. our team of local fixers and driver guides is very professional .Over the years, we have been able to get all relevant connections with other service providers and authority agencies to make sure that accreditation and filming permits are easily processed. Contact us for details and all relevant information you would like to know for successful Location scouting for filming in East Africa.