About Us
Philippe Gravel
LDT’s location manager has several key roles within a small or large-scale production
Multi-talented, Philippe is responsible for many stages of a production.
First, he works with directors, producers, and art directors according to their scripts and budgetary requirements in order to achieve a common vision. In addition to being a good listener and rigorous, the LDT director also demonstrates great originality and imagination in order to propose locations that suit the needs of the script, while respecting the various constraints imposed (budget, time, environment, etc.).
Finding locations is only a small part of the location manager’s job
Once the search is underway, the location manager must then ensure the potential of the proposed locations, negotiate contracts with the landlords of these locations and obtain all necessary permits from the relevant authorities.
The Scouting Location Manager plays a key role in the pre-production and production stages
Philippe is responsible for ensuring that LDT is well represented at all times to the various stakeholders (production team, managers of rented locations, citizens, merchants, etc.). He also makes sure that the production team respects the rules of the place and that it integrates adequately in the environment where the shooting takes place, as well as in the community where it is located.
THE TEAM
The passion for our profession is our main asset
Philippe Gravel leads a reliable and pleasant team determined to satisfy your needs.
LDT’s research team members have extensive knowledge of Montreal and its surroundings, excellent photography and architecture skills, initiative and communication skills.
Our expert location scouting team has what it takes to turn ideas on paper into reality
LDT’s location scouts play a key role in all film and advertising productions. Not only are our location scouts rigorous in their adherence to the production team’s vision, but their creative minds are also highly developed to come up with solutions that match the needs of the script and the director’s imagination.
