Using your understanding of the various requirements for producing a motion picture, identify and contact at least three local support service providers who could assist with producing your short film. These providers should offer services beyond just working with production companies and can include any that could cater to a “micro-budget” film (budget range: $1,000-$250,000) planned for a 10-day shoot.
Possible categories to consider are the following:
- Food Services (Catering)
- Ground Transportation,
- Hotel Accommodations
- Portable Restrooms
- Power Generation,
- Medical Services
- Security
- Equipment Rentals
Create a list in a Word document detailing the necessary support services and including comprehensive contact information for each provider. This will enable further negotiation for their services. After compiling your list, contact these providers to obtain estimated service pricing. This information will be used to begin budgeting for your film, which you will then input into the provided Film Budget Template. This exercise will help you understand the logistics and costs of securing essential film production services.
Producing Assignment Requirements:
- Support Service List (Include all potential support service needs for your film.)
- Estimates from potential support services
- Film Budget Template (Support Services should be completed on the budget template)
These pages can be used in your final project, in which not only will your support services be required to be completed but also the entire budget completed and proposed.
