Assignment Desk

Hire a Field Producer in New York City, NY

At a Glance

Assignment Desk provides professional field producer services in New York City, NY. Our field producers come fully equipped with Shot list and rundown, Laptop for script review, Walkie-talkies and operate on standard 10-hour production days. Available for corporate, broadcast, commercial, and live event productions. Book today for immediate availability.

What Does a Field Producer Do?

A Field Producer manages all aspects of on-location production, from pre-shoot logistics and talent coordination to directing the crew and ensuring editorial objectives are met. They serve as the client's on-site representative, making real-time editorial decisions, conducting or directing interviews, and managing the shoot schedule. Field Producers bridge the gap between the production office and the field crew.

Standard Equipment

Shot list and rundown
Laptop for script review
Walkie-talkies
Release forms
Backup recording device
Production binder

Common Shoot Scenarios

  • Remote news packages
  • Documentary field shoots
  • Corporate event coverage
  • Multi-location brand campaigns
  • Reality TV field segments

Video Production in New York City, NY

New York City is the second-largest production market in the US and the media capital of the world. Network broadcast, financial services, fashion, advertising, and publishing industries generate constant demand for every crew role.

New York offers a 30% film tax credit on qualified production expenditures, with an additional 10% credit for productions in upstate counties. NYC's density means most locations are accessible by subway, and the city's deep union crew base is among the most experienced anywhere.

  • 30% New York film tax credit (up to 40% for upstate counties)
  • Media capital: NBC, CBS, ABC, Fox, CNN, Bloomberg, and hundreds of networks
  • Wall Street and Midtown drive enormous financial services corporate video demand
  • Unmatched location diversity: Times Square, Central Park, Brooklyn Bridge, SoHo

Field Producer Crew in New York City, NY

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Production Guidelines in New York City

Standard Day Rate: All field producer bookings in New York City are based on a 10-hour production day, which includes setup, shooting, and wrap time.

Overtime: Hours beyond the standard 10-hour day are billed at time-and-a-half. We recommend building buffer time into your schedule for complex productions.

Local Radius: The local production zone covers a 30-mile radius from downtown New York City (381 Knickerbocker Ave #349). Locations outside this zone may include travel time and mileage charges.

Equipment: All crew arrive with their standard equipment package. Custom gear requests (specialty lenses, additional lighting, etc.) can be arranged with advance notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is crew availability in New York City?

NYC has the deepest crew pool in the eastern US, but demand is also extremely high. We recommend booking 2-3 weeks ahead for standard shoots. Same-day bookings are possible for ENG and single-camera crews, but multi-camera or specialized crew may need more lead time.

What are the busiest production seasons in NYC?

NYC production runs year-round with peaks during Fashion Week (February and September), the UN General Assembly (September), holiday commercial season (October-November), and corporate fiscal year-end (Q4). Pilot season (January-April) also drives demand.

How much does a field producer cost in New York City, NY?

Field Producer rates in New York City vary based on project scope, equipment needs, and shoot duration. Assignment Desk offers competitive day rates on a standard 10-hour production day. Contact us at 312-464-8600 or visit our booking page for a custom quote.

What equipment does a field producer bring to a shoot?

Our field producer professionals in New York City typically arrive with Shot list and rundown, Laptop for script review, Walkie-talkies, Release forms, Backup recording device, Production binder. Equipment packages can be customized based on your production requirements.

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