Location Manager Spotlight courtesy of Universal Studios Florida's Production Group
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Brie Clayton January 25, 2021
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The following interview with Location Manager/Scout Stacey McGillis was conducted by the Universal Studios Florida Production Group (USFPG).
Born in Alberta, Canada, Stacey grew up in Central Florida and attended Tulane University, where she earned her degree in Psychology. Invited into the film and television industry by a close family friend, over the past 14 years, she has built an amazing track record, establishing herself as one of Florida's most accomplished location managers.
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Stacey: Productions that shoot with USFPG can expect an unparalleled level of support, professionalism and understanding of the needs of the production. The USFPG team is experienced with the smallest and largest productions and is able to assist creatively and logistically. And as we know with any production, things change. USFPG understands this and consistently adapts and assists productions in last minute changes and needs.
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Stacey: The first production I worked with USFPG on was Ace Ventura Pet Detective, Jr. That project filmed on the stages, at CityWalk, Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios, as well as in many locations all over Central Florida. I am currently working on is David Makes Man season two. Through USFPG, David Makes Man has also been able to utilize a variety of locations on property. Shooting at Universal in a variety of locations and through USFPG's close relationship with Loews Hotels, we
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Location Manager Spotlight courtesy of Universal Studios Florida's Production Group 
