[Richard R. Hobbs]

Have any established Location Scouts / Location Managers in this forum done any writing regarding advice to those starting out / wanting to enter the field?

Periodically I get emails pertaining to same and I want to be helpful, but alas there is scant time to really ponder a reply with included potential of rewriting one's career / life history each time.

So I made this post for my website (which includes a link to this thread on LocationTalk).

Whatta ya got? Write about it. Post a link. (hope that's that ok Marino?)

If I like your article I'll post a link to it on my site too.

[SuzanneBarnes]

Here are some links I have found very helpful.

I am an architect, facility manager, speaker, designer, speaker who is helping put together major estate owners, wedding planners and location scouts for elegant film locations. Ideally I would prefer to write a book about great locations in Florida.

Here are some of the sites I reccommend that people study before starting out. IF anyone would like to talk more, please contact me.

Being a dirt dog is VERY fun, not very profitable, but I am not here to make a profit. Life is my profit!

More & More Private Homes Hosting Weddings see article: http://www.brides.com/planning/recep...rticle/159978/

http://www.herecomestheguide.com/wed...private-estate.


EXAMPLE OF DESCRIPTION that I put together to represent my estate owners:


View Types Ocean/Coastal
Estate/Mansion
Beach/Waterfront
Hills/Mountains Intimate to grand affairs can be held on the estate's ample lawn overlooking the Blue Pacific Ocean. This Estate is considered by many to be the most beautiful ocean-front mansion available for weddings on the coast.

Ceremony Capacity 250 Standard and designer canopies are available (at an additional charge). Oceanfront ceremony site with sweeping coastal and island views can accommodate 2-150 guests, while the Villa's front Garden offers a 250 guest capacity.

Reception Capacity 250 With lush lawns surrounding the mosaic tile pool and Travertine Stone, the Villa's main lawn offers fantastic Ocean views. Dine on the upper terrace for an even greater sunset views. Outdoor kitchen pavilion also available.



Accomodations Available Events Unlimited has access to the Villa for weekend and week-long rentals. The villa comfortably sleeps up to 20 guests-- please call James Johnson for pricing and availabili

Audio/Visual See Notes Complete A/V services available to include power and lighten when applicable

Ballrooms/Rooms, Etc. Provided The grand lawns and pool areas make for an elegant al fresco dinning experience.


http://www.weddingwire.com/biz/engli...7fe497d29.html
Ceremony and Reception: 4 hours - $1700.00
Each additional hour - $300.00
Time starts one hour before ceremony
Ceremony and reception required for Saturday evenings
Includes:
• Full use of private garden including evening twinkle lights
• Reception hall seating 60 and outdoor covered pavilion seating 60
• Bridal cottage for Bride and Bridesmaids available one hour before ceremony
• Decorations for ceremony at gazebo in white or ivory - includes garland, tulle and bows
• All ceremony music and coordinator for ceremony
• Tables and chairs for ceremony and reception-includes table and chair set up
• Bar area-includes linen-Bridal party must bring all items for bar
• Dancing inside reception hall or under pavilion
• Guest seating for up to 120 guests
• English Gardens consults with Bridal Party on a floor plan
• Guest book table with linen
Here are some example estates to become familiar with:
http://www.weddingfestivalsfashions....ket8-20-08.pdf
http://www.casafeliz.us/casarental.html
Location and EVENT rental facts (example)
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