Find the perfect set.
You know the hidden gems. Connect with productions that need your eye for the perfect backdrop.
Location scouting is hard to manage as a freelancer. You know all the best spots and how to film there, but finding a steady stream of work is tough.
Showing off your collection of locations—from urban rooftops to rural views—is hard when you're just sending individual files. You need a professional way to show your eye for setting the scene.
Productions from out of town need local experts they can trust. They need to know you understand permits and access, not just what a place looks like in a photo.
Location Gallery
Build a visual list of your scouted spots, sorted by style and region.
Permit Expertise
Highlight your knowledge of local rules and permits so productions feel safe hiring you.
Regional Search
Get found by productions looking for experts in specific cities or rural areas.
Support the production team
Locations are the foundation of every shoot. Connect with the people who make it happen.
Producers
Connect with producers looking for local experts to manage their location needs.
Directors
Work with directors who need the perfect setting to tell their story.
Production Managers
Collaborate with PMs to ensure a smooth location experience for the whole crew.
“I've been able to connect with out-of-state productions that needed local expertise. ShortCine is now my main source of new leads.”
Rohan B.
Location Scout, Pune
Frequently asked questions
How do I find location scouting work without an agency?+
Create a free ShortCine profile, build a gallery of the spots you know, and productions searching for a local scout in your region can find and contact you directly. You don't need an agency or existing contacts to get discovered.
Does it cost anything to list myself as a location scout?+
No. Your profile and applying to productions are free for talent and crew on ShortCine. You only invest your time in keeping your location gallery and regional details up to date.
How do out-of-town productions know I understand local permits?+
Your profile lets you highlight permit knowledge and access details for each location, so productions shooting away from their home base can see you understand the rules, not just the view.