PHOTO PRODUCTION Sep 2015

AJ Films provides full production services for motion and photographic campaigns throughout New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific.

The company recently produced three major campaigns for BMW in Australia covering locations from Sydney to Melbourne and Tasmania over a span of two months.

The diversity of locations in New Zealand and Australia is second to none, which fuels the passion that Producer Amanda Jenkins has to share her knowledge of best-kept secrets that this corner of the world can offer to clients. After 15 years in the business, her dedication and commitment to produce successful productions ensures the experience and creative outcome are so memorable that many clients can't wait to come back for more.

Contact Amanda Jenkins for more information.

astudio ME is a renowned boutique production agency based in Dubai, with a reach across GCC and the Middle East. The company is the first choice for production, whether for locally based or international companies looking to produce visual content in the region.

Being a boutique service, astudio caters to clients' needs by focusing on seamless and personalised execution of creative briefs. Its team has been hand selected to offer deep understanding of the local production requirements, creative producers who will deliver a quality service across all media.

The company has worked with Leo-Burnett, JWT, DDB, Impact BBDO, P&G, Swarovski, Cartier, HSBC, Nike, Qatar and Emirates Airlines, to name a few.

"We believe that the secret to our success is due to our promise: Listen, create and deliver."

Lupetta 5 & BelowTheLine is a full production service company and one of the most prestigious location agencies in Italy. Lupetta 5 staff support clients and production companies in any production request for commercials, photo shoots, videos, documentaries and events.  

The company's photographic location archive is one of the largest in Europe and can offer a wide choice of spectacular locations in Italy and across the continent, as well as immediate feedback on availability.

Based in Milan, the European capital of fashion and design, Lupetta5 cultivates artistic and business relationships with the main fashion and design brands, fostering creative links with art directors and emerging interior designers.

Contact the office to discuss projects and ideas.

Berlin-based Claas Cropp Creative Productions is a full service production company with experience across all areas of still photo production, location scouting, casting as well as moving images.

Recent productions include:

• Mercedes Vito shot by Martijn Oort in Berlin (agency: Lukas Lindemann Rosinski),
• Commerzbank Mittlestandsbank shot by Özgür Albayrak in Berlin (agency: SinnerSchrader),
• Goldwell campaign shot by Markus Jans in Berlin (agency: Isobar),
• Hagebau shot by Markus Mueller in Germany (agency: thjnk),
• Mercedes Sprinter campaign shot by Martijn Oort in Germany (agency: Lukas Lindemann Rosinski)
• Sony Mobile shot by Detlef Schneider in Berlin (agency: Janvier Burger Stasch).

Other clients include brands such as Louis Vuitton, Brioni, Lacoste, Nike, Adidas, Apple, Microsoft, Sony, Philips, Procter & Gamble, Siemens, BASF, BMW, Audi, VW, Mercedes-Benz, Lufthansa, British Airways, ING DiBa and Deutsche Bank.

Photographers include Annie Leibovitz, Jean-Baptiste Mondino, Ellen von Unwerth, Nadav Kander, Martin Schoeller, Uwe Düttmann, Esther Haase, Glen Luchford, Peter Funch, Blinkk, Petrus Olsson, Sam Robinson and Wim Wenders.

CocoShoot is proudly located in Tulum, Mexico, one of the most vibrant hubs of fashion and beach culture on the planet. From Tulum to the world, the company has spread its wings and produced great experiences in numerous locations including Cuba, Argentina and Brazil.

Clients and visitors will find a profesional team ready to operate with flexibility, skill, integrity, passion and complete presence at every point, anywhere they want to go.

While production services are at the core of the business, CocoShoot makes images, makes music, makes training camps. "CocoShoot makes things happen!"

COSTA DEL SOL Productions provides full production services for photo and motion shoots. "Flexibility is our commandment, aesthetics our passion!"

Within a radius of 100 km, southern Spain offers an amazing variety of stunning locations to be reached in short distance flights from all over Europe. Whether in need of the all-in-one producer or an extensive local crew of experienced specialists, COSTA DEL SOL Productions adjusts to clients' every need.

Providing production services in Spain since 2009, the company combines northern European perfectionism with local knowledge and contacts: the head of production, Connie Schmidt-Reimer, relocated to Spain from Hamburg and has more than 25 years' experience in the production and advertising world.

Latest photo and video productions realised between Marbella, Malaga, Granada and Almería incude MAN TGX/Eder, Hooverphonic/Sony Music, Q Music Radio, Gebrueder Goetz, Ferrari/Condé Nast, BonPrix, BMW, L'Ófficiel Hommes and L'Humanité.

Based in Mexico City, Crocodile Factory offers production all over the Mexican Republic, from colonial gems like San Miguel de Allende or Zacatecas, to the paradise beaches of Tulum and Careyes.

Mexico has incredible landscapes such as dunes and deserts in Baja, the most unique, hidden haciendas in the valleys of Central Mexico and Yucatán, the tropical jungle of Sayulita, modern Mexico City, or the surreal world of Xilitla. The company also has locations in Colombia, Nicaragua, Panama, Brazil, and Patagonia.

A second office in Tuscany acts as Crocodile Factory's headquarters for all Europe-based projects in the summer. The company extensively covers Tuscany, Rome, Sicily, Salento, Venice, the Amalfi Coast and Cinque Terre and also produces in Greece, Croatia, Portugal and Madeira.

Services include customs clearance, location sourcing/scouting, shooting permits, negotiations, casting, styling, hair and make-up, photo assisting, props, crew transportation, hotels, catering, production equipment, lighting and grip equipment.

"Over our years of experience we've been bringing together top talents and photographers and providing the opportunity for a perfect shoot logistically, photographically, but more than anything providing a pleasant and safe experience in remote locations around the world. We fluently speak English, Spanish and Italian."

Cubana Productions is a Swedish production house based in Havana and Stockholm. With over 15 years' experience in Cuba, the company knows how to operate in the country and, more importantly, where to find the fantastic locations.

Cuba offers a diverse range of settings, not only classic and colonial but also modern, innovative locations as well as incredible beaches. "This and so much more makes Cuba a great country for productions. With our connections, knowledge and expertise in the area, we are well equipped to bring your ideas to life."

Foreign workers need special work permits to operate in Cuba. Cubana Productions can provide all permits and visas required alongside customs clearance, casting, equipment, hotel reservations, flights, transfers, crew, catering, logistics, motorhomes, dinner reservations and more.

"Cubana Productions offers all the assistance and help you need for your pre- and post-production. Our level of involvement is entirely up to you. We look forward to working together!"

Based in İstanbul, Dark’n Dark Production is a full service production company specialising in photo and video projects. The company offers efficient and cost effective production services for advertising, fashion, editorial and stock photography, video projects and TV commercials.

Services include photo and video production, photography, studio and gear rental, model casting, location scouting, talent booking and other services such as arranging business visas, airport pick-ups, hotels and transportation.

Clients include advertising agencies and photographers.

EyeSee is a Paris-based full service production company working throughout France and worldwide across advertising, editorial, fashion and corporate industries. The company also produces moving images, essentially online brand content, following clients' needs and budget.

EyeSee collaborates with clients at every stage of the creative process, providing art buying, casting, location scouting, budget management, accommodation, transportation, crew booking, catering and equipment rental.

Whatever the request, the company's team of highly skilled producers strives to make every production a stress-free experience. Enthusiastic, efficient and cost-effective defines EyeSee's way of working, with the company offering seamless solutions tailored to each individual client.

Recent productions include:

• Vogue Russia (Photographer: Txema Yeste. Stylist: Olga Dunina),
• Thalys - Rosapark (Photographer: Dylan Don),
• High Snobiety, Adidas story (Photographer: Yves Borgwardt),
• Richesmonts - We are M/B (Photographer: Camille de Laurens).

Green Is Good works across Mexico, Panama, Cuba, Belize, Brazil and Argentina providing a huge range of locations, ideal for any type of shoot. The company's knowledge of the locations it offers and their surroundings makes for a great, smooth experience for both clients and crews.

Clients include Michael Kors (USA), Nike (USA), St. John (USA), Macy’s (USA), Anthropologie (USA), Bloomingdales (USA), BHLDN (USA), Sundance (USA), Darjeeling (FR), Aeropostale (USA), Urban Outfitters (USA), Reef (USA), and more.

Editorial clients include Vogue (MX), Harper’s Bazaar (LATAM), SELF Magazine (USA), Glamour Magazine (USA), Rolling Stone (USA), Elle (UK, IT) and Love Magazine (USA), amongst others.

Advertising clients include Microsoft (USA), Ballantine’s (USA), Pantene (USA), Cuervo (USA) and Corona (AUS). Agencies include Publicis NY/Paris, Gray NY, Wing Latino USA, Factory Lab USA, Wolff Olins NY, M & C Saatchi UK and Elements Mgt UK.

Based in Barcelona, INEZZ Production is a creative-led boutique production service company that helps brands to tell their story.

"We like a challenge and create photo productions for exceptional results. Over 15 years of operations we have become a reference in the market, renowned for high quality standards, our full commitment and quick problem solving."

So far this year, INEZZ has welcomed crews and projects from Los Angeles, Edinburgh, Brussels, Paris, Singapore, London and Amsterdam shooting campaigns for the Boston Scientific Group, Teva Sandals, Ligne Roset, Marie-Jo, IKKS, Besson, Cinna, JBC,  Profile Tyre, Full Tilt, Akzo Coatings, Mayerline and Caroline Biss.

"We are team players, passionate and talented experts, and our  international staff speaks French, English, German, Dutch and Spanish. Drop us a line for your next project and we will be happy to deliver you a quote within 24 hours."

Initials LA is a photo management and production agency based in Antwerp. The agency was founded by Lies Muys and An Pauwels to support photographers with their artistic and commercial careers.

Besides organising photo productions for editorials, advertising and fashion clients Initials LA also manages film productions for commercials and music videos.

The company's services include management, worldwide production in stills and moving images, casting, set co-ordination, location scouting, budgeting, art buying and talent hunting.

Clients include Interview Magazine, Essentiel, Kipling, The New York Times, Casalis, Samsonite, Ray-Ban, Wallpaper*, Jimmy Choo, Microsoft, Sony, Volkswagen, Mercedes, Elle Magazine, Acheo, Brax, Eastpak, Dior and many more.

Established in 2005, La Moustache is a highly experienced full service production company specialised in photo shoots. Passionate about photography, the company adapts resources to meet the needs of each individual project.

Based in Paris, La Moustache has an extended network that permits clients to take advantage of numerous location opportunities throughout France.The company also has experience producing for clients in several countries around the world.

Clients include advertising companies, corporate names, fashion, luxury and automobile brands.

"Change your style, get a Moustache!"

Litmedia offers full service photo, commercial and event production all over Brazil and South America. The experienced and dedicated production team is fluent in English, Portuguese, French and Spanish.

Whether clients need production services to execute their brief or a full creative team to conceptualise a project and bring it to life, the company's in-house team and trusted network of creative professionals will provide all the elements needed for a seamless production, delivering outstanding results.

Services include full service production and nationwide logistics, on-site coordination, art buying, casting, set design and décor, local crew booking, location scouting and permits, studio and equipment rental, catering, full digital services, hotels and travel transportation, visa and customs assistance, negotiating rates and budget management.

Clients include Hugo Boss, Nike, Calvin Klein, Speedo, Converse, L’Oréal, Neiman Marcus, I-D Magazine and Vogue.

Visit the website for more information on Litmedia and its services.

Lule Production is a full service production company based in Italy with a focus on photography as a commercial medium. Boasting almost 10 years of experience in international productions, Lule is ready to meet any challenge and provides services tailored to specific needs.

Lule orchestrates all types of projects, from fashion shoots and advertising stills to promotional and corporate videos. For each production, the company chooses only the best, most qualified professional freelancers, creating a team of professionals working in unison.

The company manages all aspects of a production including scouting locations, obtaining permits, arranging bookings of all kinds, accommodation, transportation and crews. Its objective is to provide the highest quality of service while respecting the budget.

Recent clients include Giugiaro, L'Officiel Hellas, Harper's Bazaar China, Fonzies, Diama, Alpina, Bomboogie, JWT India, Google+, Lotus, Infiniti, L’Oréal, Alpina Swiss Watches, Dainese, Ferrero, TBWA London and Barilla.

For clients of all sizes, for international advertising, local below-the-line or catalogue projects, MM Productions has the flexibility to produce for every need at prices far below expectation.

"Italy is our home, so come and get a slice of Italian style in your productions. We’ll reveal the secrets of the wolrd’s most outstanding locations."

Clients include Gucci, Longines, Bulgari, MEXX, BMW, Infiniti, Mercedes, DHL, Italian Mail, Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, Zanussi, Valentino, Liu Jo, Breil, Diesel, TIM, Cinque, Mephisto, Next, Casall, social campaigns and spots, L’Officiel Hommes, Elle, Vogue and Maxim.

Pink Productions was established in 2009 with a clear vision: "To do what we love."

The company has since become one of the leading production houses in the Czech Republic, with major photo and - in the last two years - TV commercial campaigns for clients such as Commercial Bank, Czech Saving Bank, Adidas, Pilsner Urquell, Radegast, T-Mobile, Vodafone, UniCredit Bank, Air Bank, Pepsi, Sony, DDB, Havas International, Mark BBDO, Ogilvy, VCCP, and many others.

Pink represents an entire range of local and internationally acclaimed photographers, including Tomáš Třeštík, David Prior, Pawel Fabjanski, Wolowski and Partners and Boys Play Nice, as well as directors Pawel Bulik, Radovan Síbrt and Vladimír Michálek.

The company is currently working on three feature documentaries with HBO Europe and is developing two feature length fiction films.

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.

Production Pool is a full service production company specialising in film and photo production. With bases in Vienna, Zurich, Berlin, Cape Town and the Alps, Production Pool offers a great range of service production and locations.

Recent photo and film productions include Coop (location Zurich and Mallorca; TV commercials), Tipico (location Vienna; online film), Swisscom (location Zurich; print campaign), T-Mobile (location Vienna; print campaign), W Magazine (location Vienna; editorial), and Madewell (location Vienna; print campaign).

Other brand clients include A1, Bank Austria, Coca-Cola, Credit Suisse, Elle, Erste Bank, H&M, Heineken, IWC, Joop, Marie Claire, Migros, OMV Viva, Orange, S.Oliver, Swisscom and Vogue.

Photographers and directors that have been clients include Boo George, Fabian Weber, Frederike Helwig, Gregor Hohenberg, Jork Weismann, Venetia Scott, Marcel Hartmann, Mariano Vivanco, Mario Testino, Matt Jones, Mikael Jansson, Sam Robinson, Lukas Frieden and Tom Dirnhofer.

Visit the Production Pool website for further information.

Shoot in The Alps is a film and photo facilitating company operating in the European Alps - France, Italy, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia - as a single geographic entity. The team handles everything from location scouting, specialised crews, stunt people, mountain safety experts and helicopters to warm cups of espresso at the top of a glacier!

The strength of Shoot in the Alps lies in its detailed knowledge of the alpine territory provided by a network of professionals who live and work in the region throughout the year. The company’s database comprises every imaginable resource - and more.

"A glacier in Switzerland may not be as accessible as one in Austria, or the snow in Italy may be softer than in France, or everything could be the other way around - Shoot in the Alps will bring you where your production needs to go."

Easy access to both urban and seaside locations - Milan is closer to Chamonix than Paris, Lake Como is only one hour away from Saint Moritz, and Kraniska Gora is just one-and-a-half hours from sandy beaches - six months a year clients can be skiing one day and swimming in the sea the next.

Shoot in the Alps works with crews and suppliers from Milan, Geneva, Zurich, Munich, Innsbruck and Ljubliana who provide the best equipment and the highest levels of professionalism.

Shoot It Productions and Casting, LLC executes photo shoot projects locally and in exotic and remote locations all around the nation, to the exacting standards of each individual client.

Located in Los Angeles but with national reach, Shoot It Productions is a full service production company that includes individual model/talent casting and/or location management services.

With 15+ years' experience and a boutique-style philosophy that ensures the highest standards and prompt attention to the smallest details, the company achieves all objectives seemingly effortlessly, under budget, and with a happy, positive attitude.

Speedball Productions is an international full service production company. "Based in Hamburg, we go out into the world to do what we love most: To make it happen!"

Speedball recently produced the Pierre Cardin Spring/Summer 2016 Journals in Provence in the South of France. Shot by Asja Pfirrmann. Styling: Vera Witthaut. Hair and make-up: Max Plaeth. Art Direction: Vanessa Briggs.

Stockholm was the setting for a number of beautiful editorials, including Freundin Magazine. The company also recently produced in London for Mona and Happy Size and in Hamburg for S.Oliver and Bonprix.

In 1996, The Lab was founded to support photographers and other visual professionals in northern Europe. It is now Denmark's leading production service. With in-house facilities and equipment rental, The Lab is able to take on a wide range of projects from start to finish - skillfully and on time.

The Lab provides all production services including location management, logistics, catering, and casting. With many years of experience, The Lab knows how to facilitate any photographic production. Using a comprehensive archive of locations in Denmark and abroad, as well as a large network of creative service providers, The Lab always finds the right place to take a project, and the people to make their clients' vision come alive.

The Lab has gained broad experience in managing productions and working with leading fashion and lifestyle brands such as B&O, Bolia, Fritz Hansen, H&M, Kvadrat, Nike, Omega and Sony. The company's list of collaborators also includes leading photographers like Marc Hom, Pia Ulin, Hasse Nielsen, Ditte Isager, Casper Sejersen, and many more.