ABSTRACT
Managing resources means keeping track of multiple priorities at the same time. On a day-to-day level, this means establishing organizational habits, for ourself and our production office team to stay on track. Routine, structure and checklists are a means to stay on top of the schedule and budget. The Unit Production Manager (UPM) or Line Producer spends time in the production office and on the set and needs eyes and ears in both places at all times. Without up-to-date information, a link between the script, schedule and budget is lost. The Line Producer, Assistant Director (AD) and Production Accountant work together to maintain the integrity of the production by tending to different facets of the schedule and budget. The AD helps establish the shooting schedule and maintain it, keeping things moving smoothly—working with the UPM to make the most efficient plan will make the best use of the time and work of the Director, crew, equipment and cast.
