Location Manager (Film or Television) Career in South Africa
Explore the official OFO occupation, common tasks, specialisations and approved South African qualification pathways.
Occupation overview
Organises and coordinates the logistics to secures locations for the successful completion of production.
What does a Location Manager (Film or Television) do?
A Location Manager helps a film or television production find, organise and coordinate suitable places for filming. The role focuses on making sure location arrangements and related logistics support the smooth completion of the production.
How to become a Location Manager (Film or Television) in South Africa
- Build practical skills in organisation, coordination and production logistics.
- Consider relevant training such as the Further Education and Training Certificate: Film and Television Production Operations (NQF Level 4), or the Further Education and Training Certificate: Film, Television and Video Production Operations (NQF Level 4).
- Higher Certificate options include Film, Television and Entertainment Production, and Design, Film and Television Make-up.
- Another relevant option is the National Certificate: Film and Television Production (NQF Level 5).
- Compare the course content and confirm current registration, provider and assessment details with SAQA or the relevant accredited provider.
Edupstairs Preparation Guidance
Training in film and television production can provide a useful foundation for this career, particularly for understanding production operations and coordinating logistics. Build experience by taking on organised, responsibility-focused roles in creative or production environments, and confirm current course and provider details before enrolling.
Useful school subjects
- English
- Geography
- Business Studies
- Computer Applications Technology
Skills that may help
- Organisation and coordination
- Logistics planning
- Location assessment
- Communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Working effectively in a production environment