Odwa Galo
Location Scout & Management
Cape Town
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Location Scout
Top Films - Mord Auf Dem Inka -Pfad
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with production teams to develop creative solutions for challenging location requests, resulting in high-quality set environments.
- Provided detailed location information packs to production teams, facilitating efficient decision-making processes.
- Implemented safety measures at each location, ensuring well-being of cast and crew members during shoots.
- Streamlined permit application processes, ensuring timely approvals for all required filming sites.
- Identified ideal filming locations by conducting thorough research and analyzing script requirements.
- Established strong relationships with local property owners for seamless location acquisition and negotiation processes.
- Liaised with city officials to secure necessary permits for filming in public spaces, avoiding delays and penalties.
- Resolved issues arising from unforeseen changes in weather or other circumstances, maintaining shoot schedules without compromising quality standards
- Developed effective communication channels among all departments involved in location-based activities, fostering teamwork and collaboration throughout production phases
- Coordinated logistics between multiple departments to ensure smooth on-site operations during filming days
- Provided detailed location information packs to production teams, facilitating efficient decision-making processes
Assistant Location Manager
Film Afrika Zulu
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Successfully managed day-to-day operations during times of transition or leadership absences.
- Assisted in the hiring process to select well-qualified candidates for various positions within the location.
- Optimized scheduling efficiency by coordinating staff assignments and daily responsibilities.
- Established strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable terms for products and services rendered.
- Obtained appropriate permits for various uses of different locations.
- Negotiated contracts and fees for using locations.
- Worked with writers and directors before scouting and choosing locations to define location needs.
- Traveled to different locations to scout and select appropriate ones for various scenes.
Unit 2nd Unit Coordinator
Moonlighting - Boy Kills World
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Managed company schedule to coordinate calendar and arrange travel.
Location Assistant
The Women King
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Facilitated successful shoots by managing on-set resources and maintaining a safe environment.
- Collaborated closely with production teams, fostering a unified approach to achieving project goals.
- Managed detailed documentation of location agreements for future reference or potential re-shoots requirements.
- Streamlined location scouting by efficiently researching and organizing potential sites.
Location Assistant
THE POWER
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Facilitated successful shoots by managing on-set resources and maintaining a safe environment.
- Collaborated closely with production teams, fostering a unified approach to achieving project goals.
- Established positive relationships with local businesses and property owners to secure filming permissions.
- Prepared and delivered news, sports or weather reports, gathering and rewriting material so it conveyed required information and fit specific time slots.
Location Assistant
Film Afrika - Noughts & Crosses
04.2021 - 08.2021
- Facilitated successful shoots by managing on-set resources and maintaining a safe environment.
- Collaborated closely with production teams, fostering a unified approach to achieving project goals.
- Managed detailed documentation of location agreements for future reference or potential re-shoots requirements.
- Streamlined location scouting by efficiently researching and organizing potential sites.
- Enhanced communication between departments by effectively coordinating logistics and schedules.
- Coordinated essential amenities such as catering services, restrooms, power supplies at locations contributing to a smooth workflow.
Location Assistant
80 Days Around The World
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Facilitated successful shoots by managing on-set resources and maintaining a safe environment.
- Collaborated closely with production teams, fostering a unified approach to achieving project goals.
- Managed detailed documentation of location agreements for future reference or potential re-shoots requirements.
- Streamlined location scouting by efficiently researching and organizing potential sites.
- Maintained detailed records of locations, contracts, and permits for easy access during pre-production stages.
- Coordinated essential amenities such as catering services, restrooms, power supplies at locations contributing to a smooth workflow.
Location Assistant
Roosevelt
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Facilitated successful shoots by managing on-set resources and maintaining a safe environment.
- Collaborated closely with production teams, fostering a unified approach to achieving project goals.
- Managed detailed documentation of location agreements for future reference or potential re-shoots requirements.
- Maintained detailed records of locations, contracts, and permits for easy access during pre-production stages.
- Enhanced communication between departments by effectively coordinating logistics and schedules.
- Coordinated essential amenities such as catering services, restrooms, power supplies at locations contributing to a smooth workflow.
Location Assistant
Film Afrika - The Watch
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Facilitated successful shoots by managing on-set resources and maintaining a safe environment.
- Collaborated closely with production teams, fostering a unified approach to achieving project goals.
- Managed detailed documentation of location agreements for future reference or potential re-shoots requirements.
- Streamlined location scouting by efficiently researching and organizing potential sites.
- Maintained detailed records of locations, contracts, and permits for easy access during pre-production stages.
- Enhanced communication between departments by effectively coordinating logistics and schedules.
Education
DIPLOMA IN ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY - Infomatics & Design
Cape Peninsular University of Technology
Cape Town 04.2001 -
Skills
Creative vision
Deadline-oriented
Permit acquisition
Intercultural competence
Analytical Thinking
Problem-solving abilities
Production understanding
Timeline
Location Scout
Top Films - Mord Auf Dem Inka -Pfad
08.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Location Manager
Film Afrika Zulu
06.2022 - 06.2023
Unit 2nd Unit Coordinator
Moonlighting - Boy Kills World
02.2022 - 05.2022
Location Assistant
The Women King
10.2021 - 02.2022
Location Assistant
Film Afrika - Noughts & Crosses
04.2021 - 08.2021
Location Assistant
THE POWER
03.2021 - 11.2021
Location Assistant
80 Days Around The World
01.2021 - 02.2021
Location Assistant
Roosevelt
10.2020 - 01.2021
Location Assistant
Film Afrika - The Watch
01.2019 - 12.2019
DIPLOMA IN ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY - Infomatics & Design
Cape Peninsular University of Technology
04.2001 -