miami Oct 2011

Since 2006, Belle & Company has been a recognised leader in talent management and photographic services. With offices in Miami's South Beach and a new presence in London, artists and clients benefit from a truly international agency.

Clients rely on Belle & Company when they want to work with the best professionals, and its extensive roster stretches from London to Latin America

Clients include Chanel, Armani, Cartier, Guess, Piaget, L’Oréal, Coca-Cola, Sony Ericsson, Reebok, Johnnie Walker, Bacardi, Nordstom, Neiman Marcus, Marriott, US Polo Assn and McLaren Sports Cars, together with top advertising agencies, national magazines and celebrities.

Visit the website for more information about the agency and to see more work from its artists.

Miami-based Artist Management represents highly experienced and creative local and international photographers, hair and make-up artists, stylists and costume designers.

Native German Tanja Stephan opened her agency in 2002 in South Beach. The agency is committed to finding the perfect match for every client and team.

Contact the Miami office at 1-305-672.3556 or email Tanja for more information.

Hair and make-up artists: Alberto Luengo (specialising in underwater make-up), Anthony Isambert, Andreas Schoenagel, Dirk Neuhoefer, Edwin Kaufman, Flora Kay, Helen Anderson, Ian Djurkin, Kerstin Jaeger, Maranda (specialising in celebrities), Paola Ferrari (specialising in kids), Pia Sundquist (specialising in kids), Saisha Beecham (specialising in celebrities, body paint/FX), and Sarah Leddick (specialising in kids).

Stylists: Beagy Zielinski, Conny Wind, Cristina Cellini, Danny Santiago (specialising in costume design and celebrities), David Fittin (specialising in fashion, fashion stills, products, props and interiors), Imke Achenbach, Kirk Bardole, Renate Lindlar, Sebastian Pataric, Sylvia Linke (specialising in fashion, fashion stills, products, props and interiors), Teddy Gunter (specialising in celebrities), and Valerie Biener.

Creative Management at MC2 provides a full scale artist management company in New York and Miami. Creative Management is one of Miami and New York's leading photographers' agencies, representing photographers, stylists and hair and make-up artists. The company works in the New York and Miami markets, as well as further a field, to correctly manage artists so they can access the next level in fashion and advertising.

Photographers: Alexander Neumann, Chris Nicholls, Della Bass, Eric Cahan, Geoff Barrenger, Greg Hinsdale, Grey Zisser, Jeff Olson, Keith Lathrop, Michael Filonow and Paul Wright.

Stylists: Anna Maria Diaz Balart, Cate Sheehy, Jeanice Stone, Jennifer Bianco, Joy Santa Teresa, Severin Serafini, Tammy Eckenswiller and Uli Herzner.

Hair and make-up artists: Agata Helena, Andrea Battista, Anthea King, David Tibolla, Eddie Santos, Emily Moses, Enrico Mariotti, Euridice Martin, Gianluca Mandelli, Jordy P, Lisa Aharon, Mark Verhagen, Rob Scheppy, Sheri Darlyn Terry, Stephane Lancien, Stoj Bulic, Vickie Granado, Viktorija Bowers, Wada and Will Carrillo.

Karen Greer has been in the modelling industry for over 25 years, working for some of the top fashion and talent agencies including Ford Models, Michele Pommier and Atlanta’s Young Faces before opening her own Miami-based agency.

Clients include Ralph Lauren, American Girl, Target, Vogue Bambini, American Eagle Kids, Abercrombie & Fitch and Huggies, to name just a few.

In addition to her numerous print clients she has booked multiple supporting roles on some of Hollywood’s best shows, including CSI: Miami, Rock of Ages, The Glades and Burn Notice.

Karen Greer Models currently represents kids, teens and adults for commercial print, fashion, television and film.

DB Media Productions delivers above and beyond the industry standard with a nuanced approach that combines the perfect blend of energy, transparency and experience. 

DB Media can serve as both local producer and point of contact in North, Central and South America, Europe and the Caribbean. The company offers full service production covering every conceivable need and can customise its approach for every type of shoot.   

The industry continues to evolve and DB Media takes pride in being a trailblazer, prioritising value to clients and devoting itself to any project by bringing a unique brand of creative solutions to the table.

Visit the website to see more of the company's commercial and editorial work, and check out DB Media on Facebook. For more information email or call 954 305 2770.

Harbour Films is a personalised production company with extensive location experience. It creates quality solutions for film, video and print across the Caribbean, Panama, Mexico and throughout the USA.

With over 30 years experience in the film industry, the company's resources can help keep projects in budget and on schedule. With a wide range of services, Harbour Films can provide as much help as needed to make productions a success.

Clients include Alba Moda, BMW, Bon Prix, Manor, Triumph, P&C, Hertz, Macy’s, Neiman Marcus, Emilia Lay, Nokia, Diesel, Smart Car, Discovery Channel, Wells Fargo Bank, Burger King, Siemen’s, ABC, Coors, Coca-Cola, BMG/Sony Music.

Visit the website for more information.

HG Producers is a Miami-based full service production company for the still and commercial motion picture industries. Recent productions include:

• EA Sport Madden 12 cover shoot in Times Square with photographer Tim Mantoani.
• Victoria’s Secret shot in Anguilla with photographer Russell James. 
• Piz Buin Sunblock international re-branding shot in St. Barts with photographer Russell James.
• Glamour shot in Miami Everglades with photographer Patrick Demarchelier.
• Tom Tailor Denim shot at Miami Homestead Speedway with photographer Anders Overgaard.
• Tom Tailor shot in Key West with photographer Anders Overgaard.
• Bath & BodyWorks shot in Southern California with Greg Kadel.

HG Producers provides full service production for projects in Miami, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, New York, St. Barts, Virgin Gorda, The Bahamas, Costa Careyes and Cabo San Lucas (Mexico), Providenciales (Turks & Caicos), Ibiza (Spain), New Mexico, Puerto Rico and throughout the Caribbean, Mexico, Tahiti and tropical locations worldwide.

No-Name Productions is a full service still photo and TV production company. With an extensive nationwide network of premiere artists and celebrities, the company coordinates and manages projects with a deadline-driven technique, and is a one-stop-shop for catalogue, advertising, editorial and music videos, as well as TV projects such as B-roll video and reality shows.

Services include model and real people casting, location scouting, artist and photographer bookings, crews, on-set coordination, budget management, art buying, equipment rental, celebrity wranglers, travel and accommodations, creative input, event planning, and more.

No Name Productions has developed quality relationships with the top modeling and talent agencies, photographers, art directors, ad agencies and magazines nationwide. Its offices in New York, Miami, Los Angeles and Palm Springs offer nationwide and international production service and coordination. Call 212 920 7880 (NY), 305 677 2583 (Miami), or 310 880 4546 (LA) for more information.

Since opening in 2004, Route 7 Productions has produced photo shoots all over the United States for clients including Kohls, Target, Budweiser, Nordstrom, Eddie Bauer, JC Penney, Chico’s and The Bon Ton. Edwin Scharlau (owner) and Katie Carmichael (main producer) have over 45 years of experience in the business and are dedicated to providing excellent customer service. Route 7 is a full service production company providing production services, catering, locations, production vehicles (including two custom-built Airstream motor-homes), casting, equipment rental and travel arrangements.

In addition to print production, Route 7 has completed production services for five feature films for foreign markets and produced the short film 'Never Winter' that premiered at the Miami International Film Festival in 2009. The company is currently in post production on a documentary, 'UNFIT: Ward vs. Ward'.

Route 7 also believes that part of being a good business is being a good neighbour.  Through its 'Give 7' program, each year 7% of the company's profits are donated to charities in the regions where its clients live and work.

Visit the website for more information.

Select Services is a Miami-based full service production company with over 20 years of experience in the print photography fashion industry. At the helm, Gaby Schuetz leads a team of dedicated professionals to provide a hassle-free production experience. Whether on set or through remote production assistance, Select focuses on keeping things moving smoothly. Select has produced shoots not only in Florida, but also in the Caribbean and New York city.

Select Services has developed and maintained valuable relationships with clients worldwide, from high-end advertising such as Gucci, Tommy Hilfiger, Eres, Hugo Boss, Banana Republic and Bally, to editorials such as Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Teen Vogue and Elle, and catalogue clients such as Target and Next Directory.

Over the years, Select Services has developed an extensive online locations library with locations throughout Florida, the Caribbean islands and soon to be launched, New York city, giving clients access to thousands of location ideas prior to arrival.

Six Degrees' website is an instant tool to view locations in the US and internationally. The company has built an ambitious archive for its clients, with numerous destinations added over the past 16 years.

Recent production jobs were completed in Miami, Boston, New York, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Six Degrees accompanies its clients and their new projects with a customised, personal service.

Over 16 years of experience give Six Degrees an understanding of the complexities of an ever-changing industry, with the company striving to anticipate the individual goals and concerns of every client.

Visit the website for more information.

The Production Factory’s third year in sunny Miami is about to get into full swing. The company is excited to entertain new clients and welcome back some of the usual faces for another season, and can’t wait to show off the quirky and breathtaking locations Miami and South Florida have to offer.

Miami has gorgeous beaches to rival the best, world-famous Art Deco, the fantastic Design District, diverse architecture and a sub-tropical climate. It also boasts natural environments like the Everglades and the Florida Keys, and has more palm trees than you can shake a stick at. The Production Factory’s local producers guarantee to make every production a stress-free and fun experience.

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Photopia has been providing professional photography facilities for over 10 years. One of the most frequently used studios in Miami, it is also one of the largest, combining ultra modern locations with the sophistication of New York loft studios and relaxing beach cottages in what is a complete portfolio. Based over approximately 30,000 sq. ft., the complex has two fully equipped studios measuring 3000 and 2000 sq. ft. respectively, along with three different sized cottages, eight terraces, a Caribbean beach setting, an upper deck and tree house.

Photopia offers endless possibilities for high-end professional photography. Props from furniture to bedding, curtains, lamps and accessories, can be used free of charge.

This Showcase also features videos from Wormland Mens Fashion shot at Photopia Studios and 99 Palms, the company's ultra modern location home equipped with completely movable furnishings, terraces, a large pool and garden. A guesthouse comes with a make-up and styling area.

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Little River Studios comprises 10,000 sq. ft. of studio facilities set on over an acre of land in midtown Miami. Flexible studio options include a unique 4000 sq. ft. 1880s-era barn with skylights and 60ft of west-facing French doors that open onto 800 sq. ft. of covered sky-lit terrace. The barn also includes a kitchen, a large make-up lounge, bathroom and shower facilities.

The 2400 sq. ft. Shark Studio has 12ft ceilings, an infinity cove, and large double doors for vehicle access. The 5000 sq. ft. Industrial Studio has 14ft ceilings, cement walls and floors, vehicle space, kitchen and changing facilities. Outdoors, a fenced-in 30,000 sq. ft. courtyard contains a beach house and two renovated 1920s beach cottages.

Little River Studios carries a large selection of free-to-use props, sets and furniture and also has a collection of classic vehicles for use on the premises. The studios use a single phase 240 electrical power source in addition to 10 tonne portable A/C units, and there is WiFi covering the entire property. Catering can also be booked in advance.

Trendy Studio has facilities like no other rental space in Miami. Designed and built with the creative process in mind, the studio is not the typical converted warehouse. The Cyc studio, beautiful industrial loft space and 4,000 square-foot 360º rooftop can all be combined or used independently, depending on the budget and size of production.

Located in Miami's Wynwood Art District, the studio's proximity to beaches, the airport and downtown, as well as the urban art feel of the area, make it an ideal base.

Attention to detail, high quality facilities and technical expertise have made Trendy Studio the choice of GQ UK to produce the cover of the 'Man of The Year' shoot with Irish band U2.

"Focus on creativity, leave the rest to us!"

Soho Studios is the premier Miami film and television studio. Its workspace is in high demand because of its convenient floor plan and ideal lighting, equipment and prep space. Miami is one of the country’s hottest film shoot locations thanks to its beautiful scenery, amazing weather and glamorous resources. Soho Studios has years of experience in the seamless integration of production for short-term as well as long-term film shoots.

The company's film studio facility boasts over 65k square feet, with the main area alone measuring a sprawling 35k square feet. This space is known as 'The Armory' for film and television productions.

The Soho Studios property can be adapted to meet very specific film and television production needs. With several interchangeable spaces, each with its own separate function, Soho Studios offers a one-stop-shop solution for film production in Miami. 

Call today to schedule a tour.

Miami Location Homes offers great rates and fantastic locations to fit every type of production. For over eight years, the company has been working with the film and print industries to provide expert advice when it comes to creative locations and scouting.

An online locations library is organised by location type and is extremely easy to navigate, while customised links can be provided for specific projects and requests. The company aims to find the best locations to meet its clients' creative, logistical and budgetary needs.

Visit the website for more information.

Miami Sites has been providing locations and location scouting services to the film, advertising, photography and fashion industries since 1986. Its location library contains hundreds of private homes, buildings and locations. The company also has a vast digital location library from many years of working and living in South Florida that includes houses, mansions, office buildings, stadiums, offices, parks, beaches, city streets, ranches, cars, boats and virtually anything else imaginable.

Contact the office at Miami Sites to discuss specific location requirements or to schedule a personal location scout to view any of the company's locations and properties.

The Perry South Beach is an urban resort that fuses minimalist opulence and Art Deco influences to create a beachfront elegance for the “see and be seen”.

Showcasing 340 rooms and suites that average 700 square-feet, amenities include a 45,000-square-foot DavidBartonGym + Spa; stylish bars and gourmet restaurants - STK and the Rooftop by The One Group, Louis by The Opium Group and Chow; a full city block of luxury boutiques Curve, Big Drop and Amira; the East Coast’s longest shark tank spanning the lobby and the rooftop, which transforms 26,000-square-feet into a sensual haven dotted with coco palm trees and whimsical cabanas.

A 110-foot outdoor swimming pool is located 18 floors high adjacent to the bar and lounge. An urban retreat, that offers astounding, uninterrupted views of the Atlantic Ocean and downtown Miami.

After serving the New York Metropolitan area for over a decade, Passion Foods relocated to sunny Miami in 2007. The company provides catering services to the US and international industry’s top production companies, photographers, magazines, and campaigns. Its impressive list of clients includes Elle Magazine, Macys, Target, Victoria Secret, Vogue Magazine, Ralph Lauren and Gucci, to name a few.

Passion Foods is dedicated to excellence and prides itself on delivering foods that are memorable. Using only the freshest ingredients and supporting local producers, daily menus are individually designed by head-chef Ian McSwain.

Ian studied at the French Culinary Institute in New York City and graduated at the top of his class, going on to work under many chefs in New York, New Delhi, Milan, Atlanta and Tokyo. His passion for food has been with him since early childhood. He grew up in New Orleans and comes from a long line of great cooks. 

Passion Foods promises to treat each client as individually as possible, working to tailor-made schedules, budgets, and dietary requirements.