Locations Assistant, Pilot (Entry Level)

BlockReel; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation to shooting locations

Job summary

BlockReel in New York, NY is seeking an entry-level Locations Assistant for an upcoming pilot. You will support securing shooting environments, assist with scouting, permits, and location agreements, and help coordinate access to locations during pre-production and on shoot days.

No prior experience is required, but any production assistant work or relevant administrative experience is a plus. A valid driver's license and familiarity with NYC are highly beneficial.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• No prior experience required, but production assistant work or relevant admin experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with the NYC area is highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist Locations Manager with scouting, permits, and location agreements.
• Coordinate access and ensure smooth location-related logistics during pre-production and shoot days.
• Identify suitable spots, take photos, compile research, and communicate with property owners.

Skills

Organization

Driver's license

Job description

Locations Assistant, Pilot (Entry Level)

An independent production is seeking a Locations Assistant for an upcoming pilot filming in New York, NY. This dramatic pilot explores themes of urban isolation and connection, with a grounded, realistic tone. We're a small, passionate team and are looking for someone eager to learn and contribute to the crucial aspect of securing and managing our shooting environments. Key responsibilities include assisting the Locations Manager with scouting, obtaining permits, managing location agreements, coordinating access, and ensuring the smooth operation of all location-related logistics during pre-production and on shoot days. You'll be helping to identify suitable spots, taking photos, compiling research, and communicating with property owners. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are a must. No specific gear is required for this entry-level role, but a valid driver's license and familiarity with the NYC area are highly beneficial. While experience is not mandatory, any prior production assistant work or relevant administrative experience would be a plus. Shoot dates are approximately mid October 2026, with about 2-3 weeks of prep leading up to it. Working hours will vary but expect typical production days. Transportation to and from locations will be provided or reimbursed. Compensation will be determined based on experience. We're reviewing applications until October 31, 2026.

Budget Range

DOE