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spotlight magazine Apr 2012 international locations for production
AJ Films
Locations in close proximity, advantage of opposite seasons to the northern hemisphere, they are diverse, epic, extreme and glorious: AJ Films has 15 years of solid experience with line production and with its versatile team it embraces creative solutions and is committed to deliver an outstanding result.
AJ Films offers high quality production service and location facilitation to international clients for photo and film commercial productions throughout New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific.
As a location, New Zealand is uncomplicated and cost effective, easy to get around, has direct international flights and is immigration friendly. It also has world class photo and film crews, equipment and post production facilities.
As New Zealand welcomes the seasonal change from summer to autumn, be inspired with the wealth of landscapes full of colour and light. AJ Films know their locations like the back of their hand - clients can contact producer Amanda Jenkins for their next campaigns.
Clients include Audi, BMW, Solarworld, Virgin Australia, Nissan X-Trail, Nespresso, Decathlon, Quechua, Marie Claire, David Jones, Subaru, Toyota Hilux, Vodafone, Mercedes, Volvo, Porsche, Lexus, The World Gold Council.
Ad agencies include Carmichael Lynch, Dentsu, DDB, Klaus E Kuester, Leo Burnett, Saatchi & Saatchi, TBWA Russia, Team One, Young and Rubicam and others. -
spotlight magazine Dec 2011 international locations for production
AJ Films
"New Zealand: the world in one country."
Locations in close proximity, diverse, epic, extreme and glorious. New Zealand has friendly people and is uncomplicated, cost effective and easy to get around, with highly skilled photo and film crews, world-class equipment and post production facilities.
AJ Films offers high quality production service and location facilitation to international clients for photo and film commercial productions.
The most important aspect of a successful production is excellent location scouting to find the perfect location to suit clients' needs. The company thrives on offering creative solutions to projects, providing location suggestions along with quick turnaround quotes, establishing new partnerships and "making it happen."
AJ Films is currently in production for Solarworld Germany with the new Solar Racer GT car, travelling from Auckland to Bluff with photographer Peter Keil and DOP Ben Ruffell. Clients include Nissan X-Trail, Nespresso, Decathlon, Quechua, Marie Claire, David Jones, Audi, Toyota Hilux, Vodaphone, Mercedes, Volvo, Porsche, BMW, Lexus and The World Gold Council.
Call or email producer Amanda Jenkins to discuss future projects.
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showcase magazine Mar 2011 new zealand issue 267
AJ Films
As New Zealand welcomes the seasonal change from summer to autumn, AJ Films introduces a range of landscapes full of colour and light along with the most diverse locations in close proximity.
Based on the beautiful South Island, the company provides international teams with the highest level of full production service including extremely skilled crews, the latest equipment and post production support, and some of the most inspiring locations to be found anywhere in the world.
Working throughout New Zealand, the team knows the country like the palm of its hands. Be sure to check out the latest Nissan Xtrail spot directed by Alex and Steffen from Spy Films. Snow, forests, rocky plateaux, expansive riverbeds, coastal roads, dramatic canyons all made for "a great time, great job and great result."
A special message from producer Amanda Jenkins: "We would like to give our heartfelt thanks to the clients and colleagues who made contact with us directly after the February 22nd earthquake that struck Christchurch. Although Christchurch sustained damage and tragically lives were lost, the strong character of the local people helped to put business and trading back on track. ''The rest of our beautiful country has remained unscathed and thanks to recent enquires we are continuing to scout locations in Queenstown and Auckland, while planning future productions throughout our wonderful South Island."
The company looks forward to discussing new ideas, connecting the right people, supporting the next creative project and welcoming its clients with its famous Kiwi can-do attitude. Contact producer Amanda Jenkins for more information.
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showcase magazine Oct 2010 new zealand issue 239
AJ Films
AJ Films is a line production service company committed to high end service for television commercials and advertising photography throughout Australasia.
Since 1998 producer Amanda Jenkins has produced around the world in areas such as New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Namibia, California and Canada, and recently teamed up with production partners in the South Pacific region.
AJ Films has a solid reputation for providing unique and fully bespoke facilitation services, and for over 10 years has enjoyed consistant success working with a variety of
international and world-class clients, film companies, directors, photographers and brands.The company is dedicated to its job and brings together freelance production teams that meet clients with the legendary Kiwi can-do attitude, years of experience, enthusiasm and creative cost effective suggestions that guarantee a successful production.
Contact Amanda for location ideas.
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spotlight magazine Apr 2010 international locations
South Pacific - FIJI: AJ Films
Fiji is the gateway to the tropical South Pacific. Situated approximately 2000 km north of New Zealand, the Fiji Islands are the hub of the South West Pacific, offering a wonderful tropical climate and a multicultural English-speaking population that boasts a young but growing film and photo industry.
Fiji consists of over 330 tropical islands of which 106 are inhabited, offering diverse location options including white sandy beaches and crystal clear lagoons, mountainous islands with peaks up to 1,300 metres (4,250 ft), lush thick tropical forests, lakes, rivers and waterfalls.
With low production costs, increasingly experienced crews, accommodation boasting 5-star luxury resorts, private Island experiences, direct flight connections from the USA, Asia, New Zealand and Australia, favourable exchange rates and tax rebate incentives of 35%, Fiji is an ideal location.
AJ FILMS offers personalised film production services in New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific Islands. Providing the highest level of service, the company brings together local knowledge and experience from Film Fiji affiliates servicing photographic and film commercial production in Fiji.
The upcoming 'winter' dry season between May and October is the perfect time to shoot in Fiji. Contact AJ Films for more information.
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spotlight magazine Feb 2010 international locations
New Zealand: AJ Films
Beautifully diverse locations, opposite seasons to the European calendar and a modest currency highlight just some of the advantages of shooting in New Zealand. AJ Films is a full service facilitation company located in Christchurch, the international gateway to South Island. Services include budgeting, casting talent, location scouting, styling, location permits, crews, car transport, equipment rental, catering, travel logistics and production management.
The company's producers recently worked with:
- David Jones winter 2010 fashion campaign shot entirely on location in Queenstown, the Alpine Mecca of New Zealand, with model Miranda Kerr, Sydney-based photographer Hugh Stewart, and Saatchi & Saatchi Sydney.
- World Gold Council and Leo Burnett shot with Juli Balla in Sydney in conjunction with the TVC shot with Filmworks Dubai and Jeff Darling.
- Marie Claire Australia's January issue completes the tropical Fiji experience, shot by Steven Chee on location on beautiful Tokokriki Island with fashion editor Kate Harrowsmith.
- The Decathlon winter campaign, published in January, was shot by Eric Matheron Balay in the mountains of the South Island.
Contact executive producer Amanda Jenkins for more information.
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spotlight magazine Oct 2009 international photo production
New Zealand: AJ Films
New Zealand-based AJ Films is a line production service company committed to high-end service for advertising photography and television commercials. Since 1999, the company has produced throughout New Zealand, Australia, and recently teamed up with production partners in the South Pacific region.
AJ Films has a solid reputation for providing unique and fully bespoke facilitation services and for over 10 years has enjoyed consistent success working with a wide variety of international and world-class clients, film companies, photographers and brands.
Recent productions include a summer 2010 photo shoot in Fiji for Marie Claire Australia, a Maire Claire winter 2009 shoot in New Zealand, a commercial shoot for iiNet in Australia, Decathlon summer and winter catalogues for 2009, and a CGI shoot for Steffen Schraegle and Nissan using the new Move 'n Shoot CGI dolly in New Zealand.
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spotlight magazine Apr 2009 international locations issue 6
New Zealand: AJ Films
Beautifully diverse locations, opposite seasons to the European calendar and a modest currency highlight just some of the advantages of shooting in New Zealand. AJ Films is a full service production company located in Christchurch, the international gateway to South Island. Services include budgeting, casting talent, location scouting, styling, permissions, crew, enclosed car transport, equipment rental, catering, travel logistics and production management. The comapny's recent work has included:
- Marie Claire made use of the stunning diversity of New Zealand's landscapes when shooting three editorials with photographer, Hugh Stewart.
- Decathlon,Young & Rubicam and photographer Coco Amardeil from Paris shot a myriad of diverse locations from North to South Island while working with 30 models.
- German photographer Oli Keinath shot for Ogilvy Healthcare
client Medtronic Germany.
- American photographer David Martinez shot on both North and South Islands for Reclast Novartis with agency McCann Erickson, New York.
- Other clients included BMW, Porsche, Mercedes, Audi, Volvo, Toyota, Nissan and Volkswagen.
Contact producer Amanda Jenkins for more information.
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spotlight magazine Nov 2008 photo production issue 2
New Zealand: AJ Films
The New Zealand advantage: beautifully diverse locations, all in close proximity, professional crews and equipment, opposite seasons to the European calendar and a modest currency all help with the creative decision making process.
AJ Films is a full service production company located in Christchurch, the international gateway to South Island, New Zealand. Dedicated to providing its clients with a superior level of transparent and professional service, all areas of production are taken care of, including budgeting, casting, location scouting, permissions, crew, enclosed car transport, equipment rental, catering, travel logistics and production management.
Clients are met with the legendary Kiwi can-do attitude, years of experience, enthusiasm and creative cost effective suggestions that can help make a successful production.
Contact Executive Producer, Amanda Jenkins, on +64 21 2201022 for more information.
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spotlight magazine Aug 2008 international production locations issue 5
New Zealand: AJ Films
Often thought of as the world in one country, New Zealand is undoubtedly home to a wealth of dynamic and diverse locations all in close proximity.
AJ Films specialises in advertising productions, providing international clients with comprehensive commercial film and photo production services throughout New Zealand.
The company's experienced team is focused on delivering the best personalised results for client projects. With a trusted network of industry professionals, AJ Films has access to the best locations, crew and equipment in NZ, Australia and the South Pacific.
It goes without saying clients expect the highest level of production service and the company facilitates everything to achieve a flexible, cost effective, smooth running and enjoyable shoot.
Television commercials and photo production clients include Amex, Audi, BMW, Lexus, Mercedes, Nissan X-Trail, Porsche, REI, Sony,Toyota, Volvo and Volkswagen, among others.
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spotlight magazine Feb 2008 photo & commercial production issue 2
New Zealand: AJ Films
AJ Films was established in 2001 by Amanda Jenkins to provide international clients with comprehensive production services. The company specialises in advertising for car shoots on location throughout New Zealand and Australia.
An experienced team of producers works alongside leaders from the automotive industry to deliver technical solutions and key support to creative challenges, operating to realistic budgets that produce highly successful car photography and commercials.Providing skilled producers, enjoyable creative environments, location scouting, budget management, crews, art department, casting, support vehicles, car transport, access to the latest equipment and post production houses, the company can facilitate everything to achieve a successful production.
Recent television commercials have included Nissan X-Trail and Volvo XC70.Photo production clients include Amex, Audi, BMW, Lexus, Mercedes, Nike, Peugeot, Porsche, REI, Toyota, Volvo and Volkswagen.
Contact Amanda Jenkins on +64 21 2201022, or visit the website for more information.
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spotlight magazine Dec 2007 international production locations issue 4
New Zealand: AJ Films
Often thought of as the world in one country, New Zealand is undoubtedly home to a wealth of dynamic and diverse locations all in close proximity.
AJ FILMS specialises in advertising productions, providing international clients comprehensive film and photo production services throughout New Zealand. The company's experienced team is focused on delivering the best personalised results for client projects.Providing skilled producers, full crews, art department, casting, support vehicles, car transport, access to the latest equipment and post production houses, the company can facilitate everything to achieve a successful production.
Television commercials and photo production clients include: Amex, Audi, BMW, Lexus, Mercedes, Nissan X-Trail, Porsche, REI, Toyota, Volvo and Volkswagen.
Contact Amanda Jenkins on +64 21 2201022 or visit the website for a comprehensive digital library of locations.
Photo: Graham Thompson
Photo: Simon Waterhouse
Client: Nissan Russia
Client: David Jones
Client: Marie Claire
Client: Nissan
Mats Cordt - Volvo
F.A.Cesar - VW
