Why Does Your Video Production Need a Team Instead of a Person With a Camera?
Whether you are creating a TV spot, social media reel, or a photo campaign, there is often more happening behind the scenes that you may know. Our team at Pel Productions can scale up and down depending on the budget and needs of the production. This may mean an additional set of hands on set, or this could be a 10+ person team with each individual assigned to a unique role.
This blog post explores the role of a producer and what they do to improve the production for the crew and the client.
Producers keep everything on track
At the start of a project, it’s crucial to have someone handling the back-end logistics. Producers take care of the organizational aspect of a production. They handle scheduling, location booking, communication between crew and clients, timelines, food, and everything in between.
They allow the creatives to be creative
When you have a producer handling the coordination and logistics, it allows the creative team such as the Director, DP and beyond, to do what they do best: be creative. They do not have to worry about any parts running in the background because they will have been fully taken care of.
They solve problems before they become problems
Producers are always thinking three steps ahead. They anticipate potential issues at every stage of a production and plan for them before they become real problems. Whether it’s a weather delay, a schedule shift, or a last-minute change, a producer is ready with a backup plan to ensure that the production keeps moving forward smoothly.
They turn a vision into reality
Without a producer, a production is just a collection of ideas. A great producer takes those ideas and builds a clear, actionable plan to bring them to life. They use their experience to shape the creative vision while managing all the behind-the-scenes logistics that make it happen — from scheduling and permits to coordinating crew and locations.
So, why do you need a producer?
Because great content doesn’t just happen! It’s carefully planned, thoughtfully executed, and skillfully managed from start to finish. A producer is the person who connects the dots, keeps the momentum going, and makes sure your vision turns into something real.
Whether it’s a full-scale commercial shoot or a quick social content day, having a producer in your corner means fewer headaches, smoother execution, and a final product you can be proud of. When investing in this addition to the crew you can also ensure that as a client and partner you are not bogged down with production details and can focus on the aspects that you need to focus on.
