In van world you hear interesting things. For example, the production designer on Unforgiven , telling stories about working with Alfred Hitchcock. In van world you get to know people. If the trip through van world goes well, if the money falls into place and if he's hired, Joudrie's real work as a location manager officially begins. Give him half an hour and you'll realize that leaving your house for a few days while it's transformed by teams of professionals, while dogs jump through your breaking windows and people are shot on your front lawn, is a great idea.
Some people look at it as a chance or experience of a lifetime.
I negotiate as an agent for the homeowner or business owner as well as for the film company. I have to represent both because my name, credentials, and job are all on the line. Joudrie says he doesn't want anyone saying it was a bad experience. He also works closely with the City of Calgary to ensure that as Alberta's film industry grows, so does the city's good reputation. Before starting work in any location Joudrie visualizes what the impact will be on the people whose lives are affected.