PHOTO PRODUCTION Feb 2015

"We provide A-Z production facilities. What makes our area particularly exceptional for shoots is our amazing architecture, luxury hotels, beautiful landscapes and weather that consists of warmth and sunshine throughout most of the year.

Whether you already know the exact location that you want to use for your shoot or need someone to scout for you, our Dubai stills production agency, aramanstudio, will make it happen effortlessly.

From dry, desolate desert shots to images of hotels that appear to be made of gold and capturing busy city streets, we've got just the right spot for you - and we're willing to do what it takes to find it.

Our goal is to make your vision a reality and since we know Qatar, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai like the back of our hands, we can easily produce the perfect shot.

Show up and be mesmerised."

Blink is a Copenhagen­‐based production company and photographers' agency specialising in fashion and lifestyle.

Services include budget management, shoot coordination and planning, permits, SFX handling, crew and equipment rental, props, travel/transportation, casting and much more.

Blink also offers extensive location services, including file pulls from a large location database that includes a large number of private homes, offices, public spaces and eclectic settings, as well as specified location scouting upon request.

DAY - INT produces still and film shoots, offering full production services including art buying, creative selection consultancy, casting, location scouting and negotiation, as well as account and production management. Over the past couple of years, DAY - INT has forged a strong reputation within the fashion industry and has produced work for a wide range of businesses around the world.

DAY - INT enjoys unique global cooperation with agencies, photographers, art directors and other creative players. With many years of experience in Sweden and abroad, its deep understanding of the creative process and strong sense of team building brings creativity into focus.

Flashback Photo Production has more than 20 years' experience in the field of photography. With extensive insight into all areas - from the preparations and organisation of the production all the way to the final steps - the company has the equipment and studio space to fulfill any request. Projects with even the highest technical background can be met, without compromise.

The company's photographers cover all aspects of photography, let it be interior, still life, fashion, portrait or food photography.

Visit the website for more information.

Founded in 1996, Foto Formation is an Amsterdam-based agency for photography, film and production. The company represents photographers and directors in different disciplines like portraits, stills, sports, commercial, fashion, documentary, interior, food, travel, cars, art, beauty, nature and architecture.

Besides productions for its photographers, the company also does productions for national and international clients like advertising agencies, as well as for magazines, independent photographers, directors and direct clients. Everything can be arranged from casting to catering and from props to post production.

Throughout the years, while producing photoshoots, Foto Formation has collected over 1,500 locations and 5,000 models gathered in a full grown database. It offers a wide variety of models from all ages and cultural backgrounds and interesting locations to help clients visualise their concepts.

Contact Foto Formation directly for more information.

Based in Paris and run by Jacqueline Pusch and John Fanning, JPPS offers global production consulting for advertising and editorial shoots of all sizes. Its vast experience and reliable international network allows for successful shoots worldwide.

Over the years, the pair's unrelenting enthusiasm, energy and endurance has been appreciated by clients including Swarovski, Hanro, Louis Vuitton, Hugo Boss, Max Mara, Sunglass Hut, Harper's Bazaar, Harrods, GQ, Glamour, Vogue, Dazed & Confused, Zeit, H&M, Red Bull, Repetto, Diesel, Manor, Boden, Holt Renfrew, BMW, Renault, Citroën, Peugeot, IBM, Allianz, Lufthansa, Philip Morris, Perrier and Rolex.

JPPS also offers creative services for video making, Internet spots and behind the scenes photography.

Find JPPS Photo Production on Facebook or visit the website for more information.

Lina Baumann is a small but powerfull photography agency and full service production company that provides support for all aspects of production. This includes everything from budget management, crew booking, casting and location scouting to shooting and post-production, up to the making-of.

The company has extensive experience in managing the production of both commercials and films, and are therefore well aware of the extreme importance of a smooth flow of operations. The team is dedicated to providing a high-end service throughout the lifetime and aftermath of the production, ensuring that no obstacles come in the way of its clients' implementation of their creative ideas.

Clients include: Armani, Cornercard, Fabric Frontline, L’Oreal, Manor, Strada del Sole, Swarovski, and UBS.

Agencies include: Armando Testa, Contexta, Leo Burnett, Charles Blunier, and in the headroom.

LS is one of the UK’s leading high-end service production companies for stills and moving image. The international production team, based out of Edinburgh and New York produce for creative agencies, directors, photographers, production companies and brands. 

The in-house location database offers clients inspiration for a range of shoots, from editorial campaigns to catalogue shoots or global TV commercials.

LS work with their partners in New York to provide East Coast clients with world-class productions services in order to shoot in the UK. The team also provide an array of locations throughout New York and the surrounding area.

Recent productions include:

LS Stills: Boden, Johnnie Walker, Anthropologie, H&M, Haig Club.
LS Motion: O2, Apple iPhone 6, Renault, BMW, Pringle of Scotland.

Born and raised in Hong Kong, Gary So has been working as a photography producer for more than a decade. Making his way from a production assistant to producer, Gary always provides top service to meet client needs and satisfaction. In addition, he offers a complete range of pre-production support specifically tailored to his client's requirements.

Gary’s career has helped redefine what it means to be a photography producer for international brands. He has developed an organised style that is carried through from pre to post-production. He has also done preliminary boards and budgets for a number of projects and has experience with an array of international players in the industry.

A still shoot producer, Gary developed budgets and production plans for advertising agencies such as JWT, BatesAsia, BBDO Singapore, FITCH, SHIFT, Figtree, TBWA, Ogilvyone Worldwide, McCann, and FCB.

Contact Gary for more information.

Madactive Productions is a full service production company serving advertising photographers and agencies. Owner Michael McClellan is based in Los Angeles, but his work takes him and his vibrant crew all over the world.

With nearly two decades of experience in the photography industry, Madactive offers:

• Workability with every budget and competitive bidding to win the job without sacrificing quality.
• Large and small scale productions with comprehensive engagement from start to finish, or individual services, including location scouting and on set production.
• Hybrid shoots with still and video television production.

Madactive’s recent work includes shoots for Showtime in New York with photographer Matthias Clamer, BMW in San Diego shot by Emir Haveric, and Astellas Pharma in Los Angeles with Troy House. Other clients include Toshiba, Levi’s, Intel and KIA.

Magnet is one of the most experienced stills production companies in the Middle East, providing stills facilitation, full service production capabilities, exceptional photographers and a vast, comprehensive locations library. The team’s unique experience and knowledge delivers a complete professional service locally and internationally for photography, production and location requests.

As part of a wider group, Magnet also has access to the best talent in the region across models, casts, actors, session stylists, studio hire and photographers. Centralised production and talent access ensures high quality, extremely efficient and cost effective shoots.

"We produce some of the most compelling photography in the region working with professional, multi-talented local and international photographers. We’ve recently worked on some fantastic projects for clients including Fairmont International, Audi, Maserati, Starwood, Wildcat NYC and North 6."

Magnet works with outstanding photographers such as Nadav Kander, Norman Jean Roy, Hubert Kang, Igor Panitz and Ivo Von Renner.

MAI (Mascioni Associati International Ltd) is an international production company with offices in London, Marseille and Rome.

Originally based in Italy, MAI has become one of the world's most prestigious production companies working in fashion and media today. Founder and director Emanuele Mascioni oversees the business which now has highly skilled production teams based all around the world. MAI has always been a hands-on production company transforming every challenge into an opportunity to deliver an optimal experience for clients. The team are experts at applying international skills to local needs, ensuring they can meet the complex production challenges of any location.

MAI provides a complete spectrum of production services including extensive location scouting, casting, set build, logistics, transportation, hospitality, artist bookings, and meticulous, transparent accounting.

Recent clients include Céline, Louis Vuitton, Missoni, Barneys, Tiffany & Co., 10 Magazine, Muse Magazine just to mention a few.

Email for further information.

One Production is a London-based full service production company specialising in stills and moving image production. Launched in 2005, the company is passionate about what it does and believes that production is more than mere logisitics.  

"We care enormously about each shoot. Working with a network of global and UK partners, we combine a high level of care, efficiency and honesty with a flexibility and appreciation to each project’s goals."

Pacey Production Company is a full service production house based in New Zealand with clients worldwide. From the initial client vision through to casting, managing the shoot and post production, the PPC are adept at handling the requirements of combined stills and video shoots, managing multiple crews and the resulting files and footage.

“Pacey Productions made our global photo shoot possible! I have never worked with a
more professional group. Via phone conference calls and emails from abroad, they managed every detail of our very complex shoot including shipments and travel from two countries, bookings for 40 models, scouted and secured 12 locations and sourced nine different vehicles. They made this possible without missing even the smallest detail,” said Megan Morrissey, Vice President of Marketing, Thule.

The Pacey Production Company combines international experience and local know-how to deliver a stunning result. Take a look behind the scenes at the spectacular locations captured in November on a shoot for the Thule Group, alongside other recent work.

Porkchop Production Services, Inc. is a full-service one stop "boutique" production and casting company for advertising, catalogue and editorial clients worldwide. With 20 years' experience in the photography industry, company owner and executive producer Jewely Bennett and her team of producers guarantee to make any production a stress-free, fun and under- or on-budget experience for their clients.

The company caters to all requirements, including providing high-end photography, talent casting, location scouting, budget management, accommodation, transportation, catering, equipment rental and crew booking. A 2500 sq. ft. daylight photo studio enables Porkchop to handle world-class productions, either in house or rented to leading international photographers. Its equipment company, Workhorse Productions, Inc., is ideal for loaded location vans, trucks, grip, camera, digital and production equipment.

Recent work includes campaigns with Adobe, Boost Mobile, Carter’s, Caesars Entertainment, Cosmo Magazine, Def Jam Records, Dickies, Disney Baby, Disney Studios, Esquire Magazine, Famous Footwear, Freenote Clothing, Harper's Bazaar, Humira, IAMS, JC Penny, Lenovo, Pearle Vision, McDonald’s, PNC Bank, Sanuk Shoes, Sorel Shoes, Subaru, Target and Western Digital.

Productie! Jan Ruinard is a full service production company for photography, video, commercials and filming photographers in the Netherlands. It provides services tailored to the needs of Dutch teams worldwide and of international photographers, directors, fashion brands and production companies working in Holland.

The team takes care of financial details before, during and after a shoot and all of the logistical and production activities, which includes excellent location scouting and management, picking out the best local crew for a shoot and casting talent, both for fashion and advertising productions.

Production Istanbul organises and manages photo shoots for ad campaigns, catalogues and editorials worldwide, working in the studio or out on location according to clients' specific needs and requirements. The company optimises every shoot by managing budgets and respecting deadlines.

Thanks to a large network, Production Istanbul can produce anywhere in the world, particularly in Turkey, Germany, Switzerland, France, Spain, Italy, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Portugal, Greece, Hungary, Ukraine, Russia, Czech Republic, the United Kingdom, Morocco, Cyprus, South Africa, the USA, Brazil, Israel, China, UAE, Egypt, Croatia, Macedonia, Thailand and Bali.

The company provides a full range of services, including casting, vehicle rental, equipment hire, experienced bi-lingual crews, full production service, hotel bookings, insurance, location scouting, permits, location management, lighting rental, medical assistance, special effects, stunt people, trained animals, on site catering, props sourcing, and more.

Shawn Harrison and Audrey Norton joined creative forces over 10 years ago to form Productions In The Sun, Inc., a full service photo production and casting company specialising in automotive and advertising photography.

The company has offices in Los Angeles, CA and Phoenix, AZ and produces photo shoots throughout the US and Canada. They oversee every aspect of the production process to ensure a smooth and successful shoot. They have the ability to foresee issues, solve problems, take care of the smallest of details and ensure everyone is having a good time along the way.

Recent clients include Fiat, Maserati, Lincoln, Nike, Honda, Lexus, BCBS, Audi, Mercedes and BMW.

London-based photography and moving image production company, Pure Production has built up a wealth of experience by its dedicated producers working from their 20 years of industry practice. Pure has secured a past client list of a wide range of key names across both luxury and mass markets.

From the sublime to the ridiculous, all projects are handled with the highest professionalism and enjoyment. Pure covers all aspects of shoot production from taking creative briefs through to delivering final art work. The company is also renowned for its art buying services, casting, specialist equipment, putting creative teams together, international travel and sourcing that impossible location. Pure Production has all the skills and contacts to facilitate any request at every step.

Worldwide business partnerships include Delhi, New York, LA, Amsterdam, Hong Kong amongst others.

Selected client list includes GHD, Vogue Japan, Sunglass Hut, Rimmel, Nike, Lamborghini, L’Oreal, Visa, PlayStation, China GQ, Barclays and many more.

Based in Sicily and with 20 years of experience, Scenari Production's knowledge of locations covers the whole of Italy. The company offers an enthusiastic production service for the advertising and fashion industries.

Clients include Ermenegildo Zegna, Blumarine, Jaguar, Brunello Cucinelli, Bloomingdale’s, Gant, Hackett, J Crew, Mercedes, Kate Spade, Marco Polo, Porsche, Ducati, David Jones, Boden, Calzedonia, IBM, Canon, Illy, Ferrari, Shiseido, Audi, HSBC, Nissan, Pomellato, Hermes, Elle, Marie Claire and Vogue.

"We love our work and we like collaborating with international teams to create the right conditions so that everything runs smoothly."

Sharpen Studio is a full service photo and video production company based in Beijing and Milan, providing a whole package of creativity and 360°service. Supported by an international and locally based, multilingual production team including photographers, a make-up artist and video director, Sharpen Studio staff support clients and production companies in any production request for films, commercials, photo shoots, videos, documentaries and events.

Sharpen Studio is built around a 6m high / 150m²  cyclorama and features Beijing's leading Profoto and Broncolor lighting system. The studio can provide any kind of photo or video equipment solution as well as casting, hair and make-up artists, stylists, location scouting, transport, translation, catering and assistant support, set-build and other pre- and post-production services. The company also offers a wide choice of spectacular locations in Italy, Europe and China.

Clients include Vogue, Pop Magazine, Harper's Bazaar, L'Officiel, Adidas, Range Rover, Pantene, Kappa, and many more.

Sicily Productions is a full service production company based in Sicily and Sardinia. The company provides a premier service for all aspects of photography and moving pictures including, location scouting and permitting, catering, budgets, travel arrangements and all other production needs. The team´s expertise and local knowledge provides the best location options in Italy, including Sicily, the Sicilian Islands, Sardinia, Puglia and the beautiful Amalfi coast.

It has been an extremely busy year for Sicily Productions, with work including:

• Bloomingdale's flying in from New York to shoot the spring 2015 campaign and resort catalogue. Photographer: Kakay Takemoto. Model: Constance Jablonski.
• DAKS London shot its 2015 spring campaign in the beautiful old Baroque in Sicily. Photographer: Adam Toby Whitehead.
• White Stuff UK returned for another catalogue shoot, but this time in Sicily. Photographer: Jonathan Peter West.
• CCC Shoes & Bags joined Sicily Productions in Sicily, shooting its spring 2015 campaign. Photographer: Mateusz Stankiewicz. Models: Anja Rubik and Sasha Knezevica.
• Bonaparte flew in from Denmark to shoot its lingerie catalogue in Sardinia. Photographer: Stephane Maffait. Bonaparte also shot its main spring/summer 2015 catalogue over three weeks in Sardinia. Photographer: Gunnar Merrild.
• Halens returned to shoot its swimwear catalogue in the beautiful beaches in Sardinia.

Other clients include: Marks & Spencer, H&M, Panasonic, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, Otto Group, Next Directory, Chico’s New York, Look Magazine, Ferrari Magazine, Sheego, MAX Dubai, Shop Direct UK, Halens, Adidas, Fornarina, Pirelli, Fabulous Magazine, Annabelle Magazine, Poetry, Chlosio Hong Kong and many more.

The company is looking forward to another great season packed with exciting new locations. Quotes can be handled withing 24 hours. For more information visit the website or call +39 347 688 1606.

SONDA is one of the leading production companies in Spain that operates from Barcelona and offers full photo production services worldwide. With more than 14 years of experience, SONDA guarantees the highest level of excellence and satisfaction.

Recent projects featured:

• Volvo 60 Series. Photographer: Anatol Kotte // Agency: SCP Göteborg // Locations: Pyrinees
• Volvo 70 Series. Photographer: Anatol Kotte // Agency: SCP Goeteborg // Locations: Stockholm
• VW Golf Edition. Photographer: Bastian Görgens // Agency: DDB Tribal // Locations: Spain
• Ford Mondeo. Photographer: Igor Panitz // Agency: Bluehive // Locations: Pyrinees

New on the market is the Hamburg-based Speedball Productions, a global photo production company. However, not new to the production business is owner and founder Vlens Mueller-Feller, who has over 20 years of experience in production and photography. Together with his network of producers and other industry professionals, the company specialises in fashion, lifestyle and advertising, while covering a whole range of services. Collaboration is the key!

Speedball handles everything from a one-day fashion shoot on location, a multi-day campaign to a month-long e-commerce studio production. What distinguishes the company is its very personal and passionate approach, which is of course paired with highly professional and efficient production management.

Since launching mid-2014, the team has produced multiple shoots in Chicago, Copenhagen, Hamburg, London, Marrakech, Marseille, Paris and Provence.

"They are just crazy for production!"

Wagner Productions is a full service international production company for photography shoots and moving images shoots.

Based in Vienna, Austria, the company works on shoots all over Europe and worldwide.

Wagner Productions has experience in countries across Europe as well as Africa, North and South America, and Asia.

Recent projects included Volkswagen on the great roads of the Italian and Austrian Alps; BMW, alongside modern Austrian architecture and Mercedes at Rotterdam's harbour by night.
 

Warsaw Creatives is a the biggest Poland-based creative and production agency offering creative and consultancy services exclusively to fashion and luxury brands.

The company produces for the best Polish and international clients including Reserved, American Vogue, KaDeWe, The Last Magazine, French Vanity Fair, H&M, Tory Burch, Vogue Italy, WSJ, Jimmy Choo, M.A.C, Garnier, Dior, and Givenchy.

They are also hosting many international teams who are choosing Warsaw as their location spot including: Vanity Fair Spain, Reebok, Otto, Chevron, Esquire Spain, and Vogue Thailand.