Video Production Operations Skill

When to Use

• Planning live-action or hybrid shoots.
• Managing vendors (agencies, studios, freelancers) and timelines.
• Ensuring legal, security, and brand compliance.

Framework

1. Intake Form – capture scope, deliverables, timeline, budget, stakeholders.
2. Vendor Tracker – shortlist, RFP questions, scorecards, contract status.
3. Production Timeline – pre-prod (scripts, casting, locations), production, post.
4. Logistics – call sheets, permits, travel, insurance, releases, safety protocols.
5. Compliance – accessibility, brand guidelines, privacy, data retention.

Templates

• Production kickoff checklist.
• Call sheet template (crew, schedule, contacts, contingency plan).
• Risk register (risks, impact, mitigation, owner).