From creating your listing to receiving payment, everything is managed directly through the platform.

Create your first listing

Add photos of your property, set your rates, and describe what makes your property special. Guided setup takes 5mins. You can update photos, pricing and availability at any time.

Scouts discover & contact you

Production companies and scouts search our platform. When they find a match they contact you directly via WhatsApp or the platform’s built-in messaging. You’re in control of every conversation.

Agree, shoot & get paid

Once you and the scout agree dates, standard terms are digitally through the platform. Payment is collected upfront and held in secure escrow, released automatically when the shoot completes.


EARNINGS ESTIMATOR

Estimate your earnings using your property value and shoot type.

STEP 1 YOUR PROPERTY VALUE
The value of your property is directly correlated with what scouts and production companies are prepared to pay per day.
£950k
STEP 2 LOCATION
London and Home Counties properties attract a premium from production budgets.
Based on £1,250/day average rate
STEP 3 TYPE OF SHOOT
Click a shoot type to see potential earnings
YOUR EARNING ESTIMATOR
  • Day rate (Property + location) £1,050
  • Shoot duration 2 days
Potential per booking
£1,180
Based on 3 bookings per month, that's potentially £6,300 monthly income.
Estimates only. Actual day rates are agreed directly between you and the scout. Properties in prime locations or with unique features typically command higher rates.

Everything you need to host with confidence

Free to list

No upfront cost, no monthly subscription. Create your profile and go live in minutes for free with our step-by-step guide. Update availability, pricing, and photos anytime from any device.

You control your dates

Set your availability, block out dates that don’t suit, and approve every booking request. You’re never obligated to accept.

Direct messaging including WhatsApp

Communicate with scouts through the app you already use every day – no new software to learn, no login required.

Secure escrow payments

Payment is collected from the scout before the shoot begins and held securely. You receive it automatically once the shoot completes.

Insightful analytics dashboard

Track your earnings, bookings, and property performance in real-time. Get insights on peak booking times, revenue trends and rates.

Standard contracts provided

Once you and the scout agree dates, standard terms are digitally agreed through the platform. Payment is collected upfront and held in secure escrow, released automatically when the shoot completes.

Questions we
are often asked

What happens when you get an enquiry?

You will receive a notification via email to log into your portal to respond. The message from the potential booker will show dates, timings and other details such as the production’s Public Liability Insurance – which is a requirement for all productions using Film Locations.

Once you have agreed a fee and all details for the shoot, the booker can proceed with making a booking request. You can then accept or decline the booking. Accepting will invite the booker to pay the agreed fee directly into your account.

Once the client has paid you will be notified and the funds usually transfer into your dedicated bank account within 5-10 days.

When will I get paid for my booking?

When you have agreed with the client the price and details of the shoot the production can request to book your location. Check all the details are correct and confirm.

The booker will then check the details and pay by credit card into our secure escrow account. Once the shoot has been completed the funds are transferred into your account ready for you to withdraw. Please note, we do charge a 5% platform fee to cover transaction fees and day to day running.

How much should I charge clients to hire my property?

We receive e-mails from our members all the time asking how much they should charge for the hire of their property or vehicle…well, how long is a piece of string?

It’s hard to give a definitive answer to this question as each listing is different, as is each shoot. However, we’ve done our best to put some guidelines in place for you with our rate calculator

Is my property good enough?

This is the most commonly asked question. The simple answer is ‘yes!’. You only need to turn on the TV or flick through a magazine to see the vast array of properties being used as photo shoot locationsFilm location scouts are always after fresh new places for filming – from empty warehouses to country mansions to council flats…you never know, your property could be exactly what they are looking for next.

Can I hire out part of my property?

There are no rules about how much or how little you can advertise on Film Locations. You can add your entire property or a single room, just remember to specify in your listing how much of your property is available.

What is film locations?

Film Locations is a direct location booking platform. It also offers property owners the opportunity to register their location to hire out for shoots to our vast network of trusted industry professionals.

What could my property be used for?

It could be any kind of TV/film or photo shoot. From a small student project to a fashion photoshoot to a Hollywood blockbuster. The sky’s the limit! Enquiries are made everyday for a wide variety of shoots.

Why is film locations different from an agency?

Rather than rely on an agent, creators can search on Film Locations to find exactly what they’re looking for and have direct contact with owners, agreeing the dates and negotiating rates for the shoot. Payments are made through our platform securely and directly to the location owner – no booking or agency fees. No invoicing!