international locations for production Aug 2016

Founded in 1999, 7 Seas Productions offers high quality production services across the Caribbean, with a focus on Colombia and Cuba. With Havana making front pages lately for good reasons, today’s focus is now on Colombia, particularly Cartagena.

Other Caribbean destinations have become very popular, especially for North American and European clients seeking diversity from the well known looks offered by Miami and Mexico. Hence this is why Cartagena is turning into the next great Latin American shooting destination.

With pristine beaches speckled over the islands of the Rosario Archipelago, deliciously fresh seafood and a cheery atmosphere, this colonial UNESCO World Heritage Site experiences almost year-round sunshine (punctuated by the occasional biblical rainstorm) and consistent summer temperatures. Cartagena has character - lush plazas, fruit vendors and street art are all contained in two small, impossibly photogenic neighbourhoods: the walled Old City and the rising barrio Getsemaní.

7 Seas has completed recent productions in both countries for Bloomingdales, David's Bridal, JP Boden, Simons of Canada, J.Crew, Mercedes AMG Magazine, Bergdorf Goodman, Havana Club and Garnet Hill.

Located at the intersection of Alton and Lincoln Road, 1111 Lincoln Road houses world-class shopping, dining and the most visually stimulating automotive parking imaginable.

The highlight of this award-winning architectural landmark is the 7th floor event space which features panoramic city, ocean and bay views, soaring 34 ft. ceilings, and a dramatic concrete structure which serves as the perfect backdrop for corporate, private and special occasions, film and photo shoots, and much more.

Visit the website for more information.

Ad loc is a location agency specialised in historical sites, signature architecture, natural landmarks and areas of exceptional beauty.

After several years of experience in the general location sector, the team - formed by professionals from a broad range of fields - has aimed its strategic focus on elements of historical heritage.

"Backed by in-depth knowledge of the geography and history that have marked the territory where we live and work, we have an archive of locations in constant expansion.

We also provide personalised scouting services that will uncover the ideal space to meet any of our clients' specific needs."

Aspen Production Services is a production company with over 25 years of experience blending an urban production work ethic with mountain production know-how, resulting in a combination that fills every possible job need. The company is known for its resourceful contacts, problem-solving skills and scrupulous attention to budget.

Services range from acting as a local liaison to providing full production services. The team's offices are in Aspen, New York and San Francisco, yet their territory covers the entire country. Recent shoots took them to New York City, Vancouver, Montauk, Death Valley, Utah and of course Aspen.

Clients include Apple, Inc., New Balance, Toyota, Chevrolet, Chase Bank, Athleta, Timberland, Ralph Lauren, Hugo Boss, Colorado Tourism, Chrysler, Nike, Vera Wang, Brooks Brothers, Macy's and many more.

Photographers include Ben Watts, Jason Nocito, Carter Smith, The Guzman’s, Mark Seliger, Lori Adamski Peak, Alex Tehrani, Jonty Davies, Rennie Solis, Russel James, Thayer Gowdy, Kyle Alexander, Olivia Bee, The Collaborationist: Jessica & Clark and many more.

BO Film Services provides complete, professional and efficient logistical support to film makers in Morocco. The company has many years of experience in production management, film permits, locations and liaison with the local authorities.

Their dedication to the tasks and intimate knowledge of the country, makes BO Film Services one of the few reliable independent movie production companies in Morocco.

Episode Media Productions, a Cape Town based full-service production company in film and stills, has had another incredible season: "Each year brings new challenges and this year was no different, as we welcomed many old friends back to Cape Town and introduced new clients to all the Mother City has to offer.”

Almost two decades of industry experience and their proactive production approach along with diverse locations, world-class crew and the highest quality of production service means their teams are able to create environments in which clients can be truly creative.

South Africa's favourable exchange rate allows Episode Media Productions to produce premium images and film content no matter the budget.

Susanne Karpati has more than 25 years of experience working with small and large agencies as well as foreign production companies in Sweden.

Her archive provides clients with a multitude of great locations in the Stockholm area - modern houses, archipelagos and other exotic parts of Sweden. Karpati Production handles all kinds of permits for productions and is also approved by the Stockholm Film Commission.

Known for always completing tasks on time and with great detail, Susanne has a wide network of contacts and can help with recruitment.

Clients include Anthropolgie, Audi, Deichmann, Ecco, IKEA, Opel, Renault, RSA Film UK, Tylenol US, Uniqlo, Volvo, Zlatan for Nike, and more.

NOVEMBER OSCAR SIERRA WHISKEY - The Location House - is headquartered in Zurich and provides locations from its daily expanding and diverse archive. The agency scouts according to specific briefs and specialises in finding indoor and outdoor locations in Switzerland and abroad.

At the end of August The Location Agency will celebrate its fourth anniversary and is pleased with the success of recent years and looks forward to an exciting future filled with new inspiration, locations and scouting orders.

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Photopia is one of the largest studio and location compounds in Miami. 

The 3,750 sq. ft. New York Loft has a 22x20 ft. cyclorama, high ceilings, blackout windows, a second floor space, roomy styling and make-up rooms, and a modern eat-in kitchen. The 2,500 sq. ft. Boston Loft features high ceilings with classic mouldings, a 16 ft. cyclorama, daylight panorama windows, French colonial sliding doors, a kitchen and dining area, and more.

The 2200 sq. ft. South Cottage is decorated with whitewashed classic French furniture and equipped with a modern professional Viking kitchen. The 1200 sq. ft. Pool House is a big open rectangle room with completely moveable furnishings, terrace and pool setting.

Coming soon: The Houseboat in the beautiful surroundings of Key Largo. 1500 sq. ft., three levels with three balconies, and a rooftop terrace, just an hour away from Miami.

Visit the website to see Photopia's complete portfolio.

Pillowtree Productions is a full service production company working thoroughout Croatia - a unique country offering various possibilities for indoor and outdoor locations.

Continental and Mediterranean climates within close proximity offer endless possibilities for shooting all year around. The Croatian coast is famous for having over 1000 islands. With most of them uninhibited there are amazing options for taking crews by boat to make a shoot a unique and fun project.

"Whether you are looking for a modern spacious villa, a private beach, mountain peak covered with snow, romantic castle, empty road on a cliff by the sea, or a rustic lighthouse on a desert island, Pillowtree can provide for you the most unique locations and best quality production services."

Pillowtree Productions has scouts and location managers who are licensed drivers, skippers, climbing and skydiving instructors - even pilots - so clients can be sure they are in safe hands.

Check out Pillowtree Productions' location galleries.

Productie! Jan Ruinard provides excellent location services and full production both for advertising and fashion productions in the Netherlands (Amsterdam and Rotterdam).

Recent clients include Peter Lindbergh (Kunsthal-Rotterdam), Checkland Kindleysides (Interface), Arthur Mebius Photography (Enexis), Carl Bengtsson (Interfashion), Glamour France (UNIT Amsterdam), Anton Corbijn (U2), and Annemarieke van Drimmelen (Wall Street Journal magazine).

Sardinia Production Services is a full service production company for TV commercials, photo and moving image campaigns. Based on the island of Sardinia and thanks to a large network, the company can produce anywhere in Italy - particularly in Tuscany and Sicily.

With its beautiful locations, Sardinia Production Service invites clients to enjoy 2000 km of coastline, white sandy beaches, spectacular dunes and rock formations, the wonderful colour of nature, modern and picturesque villas and crystal clear turquoise waters.

Working with a small team of friendly and experienced local crew, Sardinia Production Service saves clients time and budget when shooting in Italy. Sardinia offers great flight connections from all main European cities, as well as a wide range of accommodation to suit every budget.

With over 15 years of experience the company provides full production services including customs clearance, location sourcing/scouting, shooting permits, casting, styling, hair and make-up, photo assisting, props, crew, transportation, hotels, catering, production equipment, lighting and grip equipment.

Interested clients can get a quote within just 24 hours. For more information, visit the website or call +39 3382457743.

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 company 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!

Shoot in the Alps' strength lies in detailed knowledge of the alpine territory provided by a network of professionals who live and work in the region throughout the year. Its database includes everything a client's imagination will ask, and more.

"A glacier in Switzerland might not be as accessible as one in Austria, and the snow in Italy might be softer than in France... or everything could be just the opposite. We will take you to where your production needs to be."

Chamonix is closer to Milan than Paris; Lake Como is one hour away from Saint Moritz; Kranjska Gora is one hour and half from sandy beaches; and six months a year, clients can shoot their models skiing on day one, and swimming in the sea on day two. Shoot in The Alps has access to snow 365 day a year.

The team works with crews and suppliers from Milan, Geneva, Zurich, Munich, Innsbruck and Ljubljana offering the best equipment and the highest level of professionalism.

Victorious is a full service film and photo production agency based in Tulum, Rio de Janeiro and Punta del Este, giving it easy access to key locations that show Latin America at its very best.

The company is made up of an extensive network of professionals with a strong work ethic, pursuing excellence and clarity to ensure clients' success in every project. Providing a high level of service to both clients and photographers, Victorious loves being actively involved from the first phone call to the final image.

Victorious has succcesfully produced throughout the world with expert knowledge in Mexico and beyond, including Aix-en-Provence, Barcelona, Belize, Bocas del Toro, Cartagena, Cassis, Cabo Polonio, Cienfuegos, Costa Rica, Cozumel, Dominicana, Fernando de Noronha, Formentera, Guatemala, Havana, Ibiza, Ischia, Jericoacoara, La Paz, Madrid, Marrakech, Mykonos, Ouarzazate, Paris, Punta del Este, Rio de Janeiro, Riviera Maya, Salvador, San Andres, Sahara, Sao Paulo, Todos Santos, Tulum and Santiago de Cuba.