PRACTICAL GUIDE

Crew only or crew with equipment?

Decide what your team will supply and what you need the crew to bring.

When you already have the equipment

A crew-only booking means you supply the agreed equipment. Send a list of camera bodies, lenses, microphones and lights that will be available. The booking team can then check that the proposed crew has the experience your shoot needs. Make sure everything is ready to use when they arrive.

When you need equipment included

Explain what you want to film, then ask for the equipment to be listed in the quote. Check cameras, lenses, sound and lighting rather than assuming that every item is included. If a specific camera is essential for your editor, say so before the booking is confirmed.

Compare the whole booking

Two quotes may cover different hours, equipment or file delivery. Check the same details in each one. Discuss who looks after your equipment, what happens if an item fails and when any hired items need to be returned.

Ready to request a crew?

Send your filming date, location and a short description of what you need. If some details are still undecided, say so. The booking team can help you work through them.

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KEEP PLANNING

Find the crew you need.

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Let’s make a plan.

A city. A date. An idea of what you need.
That is enough to start the conversation.

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