Location Managers
Professional on-set location management keeping your Spanish locations running smoothly from Madrid, Barcelona, Seville.
Location management in Spain requires professionals who navigate 17 autonomous communities' separate permit frameworks — from Madrid Film Office to Barcelona Film Commission and Andalucía Film Commission. Our location managers coordinate across regional film offices, municipal police, and heritage authorities to ensure comprehensive permit coverage.
We connect you with location managers who know Spain's magnificent filming landscape. Our network includes professionals experienced in managing shoots from Madrid's Royal Palace quarter to Barcelona's Gaudí masterpieces, Andalucía's Moorish heritage, and the Canary Islands' year-round sunshine — providing the local expertise behind productions like Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon.
Complete Location Management
From tech scouts through wrap, our location managers handle every aspect of your filming locations—so you can focus on making your production.
On-Set Management
- • Daily location supervision
- • Crew coordination on site
- • Safety management
- • Noise & crowd control
- • Access management
Permit Coordination
- • Filming permit management
- • Road closure coordination
- • Authority liaison
- • Compliance monitoring
- • Documentation handling
Property Relations
- • Owner communication
- • Access negotiations
- • Damage prevention
- • Neighbor relations
- • Community liaison
Location Logistics
- • Tech scout coordination
- • Base camp setup
- • Parking management
- • Wrap & restoration
- • Multi-location coordination
Why Choose Our Location Managers
Local Permit Expertise
Expert navigation of Spanish permit systems across autonomous communities. We maintain relationships with Madrid Film Office, Barcelona Film Commission, Andalucía Film Commission, and Canarias Film across all 17 regions.
Location Knowledge
We understand regional heritage office requirements for filming at the Alhambra, Sagrada Família, and Toledo's historic centre — including strict access quotas and church permissions.
Community Relations
Our location managers build positive relationships with property owners, comunidad de vecinos, and local communities across Spain. We communicate effectively in Spanish and navigate regional cultural dynamics.
Logistics Mastery
From Madrid's grand avenues to Barcelona's modernist architecture, Andalucía's Moorish palaces, and the Canary Islands' volcanic landscapes, our managers coordinate logistics across Spain's diverse autonomous communities.
Location Management Expertise
What does a location manager do during production?
The location manager oversees all aspects of your filming locations—from arrival to wrap. This includes supervising crew on site, managing access and parking, coordinating with property owners, monitoring permit compliance, controlling noise and crowd issues, and ensuring the location is restored properly.
Do you handle permits and permissions?
Yes, our location managers coordinate all filming permits across Spain's autonomous communities. We work with regional film commissions, manage Policía Municipal traffic permits, and ensure compliance with ICAA requirements and the 30% tax incentive framework.
What about heritage sites and protected locations?
We specialize in managing complex locations including the Alhambra (strict visitor quotas), Sagrada Família (church permission required), and UNESCO historic centres like Toledo and Seville. Our managers coordinate with regional heritage offices and church authorities.
How do you handle neighbor and community relations?
Our location managers proactively communicate with neighbors before filming, address concerns during production, and ensure positive relationships. This community approach protects your production and maintains good standing for future shoots.
Can you manage multiple locations simultaneously?
Yes, for productions with multiple locations, we provide location management teams coordinating across all sites. Our managers communicate to ensure consistent standards and seamless company moves between locations.
What are typical location fees?
Location fees in Spain vary by autonomous community and site. Regional film commissions facilitate competitive public space rates, while heritage properties negotiate individually. Our managers handle all negotiations in €.
Need Location Management?
Tell us about your locations and we'll provide experienced managers for your production.