Senior Location Scout, Music Video (PDX)

BlockReel; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

BlockReel is seeking a Senior Location Scout for a visually-driven music video project based in Portland, OR. The role involves identifying and photographing compelling locations, coordinating access, and negotiating permits and agreements.

The ideal candidate has extensive Portland-area scouting experience, a strong portfolio, own transport, and a camera/scouting kit. The project runs in late October to early November 2026 with deferred pay and a small gas/location stipend.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in location scouting for music videos or similar projects.
• Familiarity with permits and property access in Portland area.
• Ability to source distinctive spaces that fit production design.

Responsibilities

• Identify and photograph potential locations that match the artistic direction.
• Coordinate access and negotiate location agreements with property owners.
• Assess power, accessibility, and logistical needs for each site.
• Compile a scouting report with location notes and contact details.
• Manage transportation and scouting kit for field work.

Skills

Location scouting

Photography

Negotiation

Portfolio development

Tools

Camera equipment

Job description

Senior Location Scout, Music Video (PDX)

A psychedelic rock band's visually trippy music video needs a seasoned eye for unique, off-kilter backdrops to match their vibrant sound. We're seeking a Senior Location Scout for an independent production, based in Portland, OR. This is a crucial role for our upcoming project. You'll be responsible for identifying, photographing, and coordinating access to a variety of compelling locations (both indoor and outdoor) that align with our artistic vision and production design needs. This includes scouting for specific aesthetics, assessing practical considerations like power and accessibility, and negotiating location agreements. We're looking for someone with extensive experience in location scouting for music videos or similar narrative projects, specifically in the Portland area. Your portfolio should clearly demonstrate your ability to find and secure distinctive spaces. Familiarity with local permits and property owners is a big plus. You'll need to have your own transportation, camera, and scouting kit. The main scouting period will be throughout the second half of October 2026, with the shoot scheduled for early November 2026 (expected 2-3 shoot days). This is a deferred pay position, common for independent music video productions, with compensation distributed upon project completion and distribution. We will provide a small stipend for gas and location fees as needed.

Budget Range

Deferred pay