Experienced Location Manager and Scout with a proven track record on large-scale action productions and premium drama, delivering great locations, practical solutions, and smooth logistics from prep through to wrap.
We were made to find faces and places. Proven expertise in selecting background actors and working with diverse communities.
Jaidyn Griffin
BFA (Film & TV)
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Experienced Location Manager and Scout with a proven track record on large-scale action productions and premium drama, delivering great locations, practical solutions, and smooth logistics from prep through to wrap.
Strong track record delivering complex productions across South East Queensland, Northern NSW, and Western Australia, working across a wide range of environments and logistical conditions.
My scouting work includes showcasing Queensland into for “Darby and Joan”, and doubling Brisbane and the Gold Coast for Florida and Oklahoma on “Joe vs. Carole”.
I have led a department on “Mystery Road: Origin”, managing remote logistics, stakeholder engagement, and large-scale production requirements.
More recently, I have worked on major war features “The Mosquito Bowl” and “Untitled Mike Thornton Project”, both requiring extensive planning and coordination with local and state government agencies, complex unit moves, and the delivery of ambitious set builds and practical effects.
Specialising in Extras casting & Locations services. Proven expertise in selecting background actors and working with diverse communities.
Along with his brother Luke, Jake Howell is co-owner and director of Coastal Casting, known for his happy, hardworking demeanour and attention to detail. Committed to building meaningful relationships and bringing characters to life.
Successfully completed multiple productions as a Locations Manager for Netflix, Apple TV, Amazon Prime, Warner Bros. and Jaggi Entertainment. Built and developed relationships with property owners throughout Brisbane and the Gold Coast that deliver authentic looks.