Locations Manager, Commercial (NOLA)

BlockReel; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 277,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Catering on set

Parking reimbursement

Location fees covered

Job summary

BlockReel in New Orleans, LA seeks an experienced Locations Manager for an upcoming commercial shoot during the last week of October 2026, with prep work beforehand. The role involves scouting locations, securing permits, and managing location logistics in collaboration with a small production company for a visually driven, aspirational lifestyle brand campaign.

You will need to bring your own vehicle for scouting and share your reel or a detailed list of projects managed.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio of commercial or narrative locations work.
• Own vehicle for scouting.
• Share reel or list of projects managed.

Responsibilities

• Scout locations for the shoot and secure permits.
• Manage location logistics and coordinate access with production.

Skills

Location scouting

Permit acquisition

Location logistics

Portfolio

Showreel

Job description

Seeking an experienced Locations Manager for an upcoming commercial shoot in New Orleans, LA, primarily during the last week of October 2026, with some prep work beforehand. This is for an independent production, collaborating with a small production company on a visually driven commercial with a lighthearted, aspirational tone. The project is a series of 30-second spots for a lifestyle brand, requiring diverse, striking locations that convey authenticity and local charm. Responsibilities include scouting, securing permits, managing location logistics, and coordinating access with the production team. You will need to bring your own vehicle for scouting. We are looking for someone with a strong portfolio of commercial or narrative work, demonstrating resourcefulness and a good eye for practical locations. Please share your reel or a detailed list of projects you've managed. Compensation is $1000-1500 per day, depending on experience. Shoot days will be approximately 10-12 hours. We provide catering on set, parking reimbursement, and cover all location fees. All experience levels are welcome to apply.

Budget Range

$1000-1500/day