When planning logistics for a film shoot, it’s understandable to focus primarily on transport – how you’ll move equipment, props and costumes between locations. But what happens between shoots?
Storage is a crucial consideration when planning a filming project, but it’s often overlooked or organised at the very last minute.
You’ll need somewhere secure and convenient to keep equipment between shoots, where everything can be accessed exactly when you need it. This is especially important for long-running shows, adverts and independent shoots – or any production where shooting happens in stages.
Where (and where not) to keep gear between shoots
It’s not acceptable, safe or very professional to keep expensive equipment in the back of someone’s van, or in your spare bedroom – no matter how low-budget the project. Hired studios can be expensive if just used for storage, and there are safety concerns with many other temporary kit storage locations.
You need to have dedicated storage space where kit is protected, accessible and ready to move at short notice. Ideally, it should be based in London, near to your designated filming locations. The last thing you want is to factor in hours of extra transport into an already complicated production schedule.
Lighting rigs, flight cases, AV equipment, props and set pieces often aren’t needed every day – but they still represent a significant investment. Without proper storage, there’s a serious risk of damage or loss, which can then cause delays when filming resumes.
Film production storage in London – solutions for different production types Long-running TV and streaming shows
It’s really common for TV series and returning productions to film in blocks, with breaks between episodes or locations. With rolling storage already arranged, equipment, costumes and props can be kept safe and ready to use for the next block of filming.
TV ads
Commercial shoots are typically short, so you might think that storage isn’t really a requirement for these. However, it’s worth remembering that adverts often need reshoots or follow-up filming weeks later.
Having access to some dedicated storage can be hugely helpful with this, ensuring continuity between shoots and also saving money on repeated setup costs.
Indie and low-budget productions
If you’re planning a shoot as an independent film-maker, there may not be much money in the budget for a permanent place to store equipment between filming days.
The good news though is that there are plenty of flexible options for film production storage in London, where you can store by the day if you need to. This gives you access to storage when you need it, without expensive overheads or the need to sign up for a longer-term contract.
How Kiwi Movers and Kiwi Storage can help
Here at Kiwi Movers – along with our sister company Kiwi Storage – we offer a joined-up solution designed specifically for productions that need flexibility between shoot days. By combining professional film kit transport with secure local storage, we help production teams manage equipment efficiently throughout the entire shoot cycle. We’ll work closely with your logistics team, or provide our own logistics consultancy services if required.
Our experienced team here at Kiwi Movers will handle the careful collection and redelivery of film equipment, whether it’s lighting rigs, flight cases, AV gear or props.
We have extensive experience working to filming schedules, so we absolutely understand the urgency of call times and the challenges of location access – especially in a city like London.
Between shoots, your equipment will be collected and stored securely with Kiwi Storage in London-based facilities. This means it’ll be on hand and ready for delivery whenever you need it.
Storage terms are flexible, so there’s no problem if you need to make last-minute changes or scale up or down as your project evolves.
You’ll find that by using the same trusted team for both transport and storage, your project should run much more smoothly. You’ll get a reliable service, with expert handling of valuable equipment, secure storage and fast delivery. Plus, clearer accountability and smoother coordination from day one of the shoot. Get in touch with our commercial team here at Kiwi Movers to discuss your needs.
