A new but rustic-looking awning replaced the plastic one, and the art department came up with a tarp to cover the mural that, when hung in place, looks like the wood on the theater building. These kinds of things, of course, Dan and Vicky like to work out in advance whenever possible. The longer the show is being filmed the better chance there is of that, too. Vicky also notes that the Roslyn Museum is another spot for which external changes are being planned. Also during the tech scout, the location of base camp and parking of mobile dressing rooms, bathrooms and other production vehicles is determined.
Location managers sketch the locations and the camera angles to be used.
Special Needs for Special Use Permits Explained Working in Roslyn has had its ups and downs, but things continue to get easier all of the time. One of the reasons for the improvement, Dan assures, is a better understanding of the filming industry by city officials and residents. It is negotiable in some areas, but it primarily lets the production company know what they may and may not do and when they may or may not do it. Dan and Vicky each pack a copy of it with them at all times, although they both probably know it by heart. If a street needs to be closed temporarily, they try to determine the best time to do it.