showcase latin america & caribbean issue 762

Jul 2019

Chicas Productions Curaçao: Curaçao Photo & Film Production

"Chicas is a professional full service production company based on the Caribbean island of Curacao. We have over a decade of experience in commercial and fashion photo and video productions. As a result we have extensive knowledge of the island, its locations and people.

In short, Chicas is your perfect partner in crime for a cost-effective and stress-free production in the Caribbean!

Since 2008 we have worked with a great range of international clients, with our portfolio varying from fashion brands to editorial teams, advertising agencies to commercial video productions.

Taking your team abroad is challenging. But we know the importance of hands-on local production. Our professional team will assist you from arrival till departure and make sure your trip is pleasant and worthwhile. The breathtaking Caribbean island of Curacao will be the perfect backdrop for your campaign. In the meantime Chicas will make sure you have everything you need to make your production a success.

Clients include Riachuelo (Brasil), Macy’s Inc. (USA), Hunkemöller (Netherlands), Sunuva (UK), Vingino (The Netherlands), Shiseido (USA), Freya & Fantasie (UK), Shade Critters (USA), Corendon (The Netherlands), Vogue (The Netherlands), Mei L’ange NY (USA), Intermix (USA), Lands’ End (USA), Debenhams (UK) and many more.

7 Seas Productions: Colombia - Argentina - Cuba full photo production

"7 Seas carries Latin America in their heart and soul. After 20 years of continuous work, they have successfully established Cuba, Colombia and Argentina as top production sites in the world. No big deal.

For complete production support across Latin America, 7 Seas is the right choice. With their experience, professionalism and a portfolio of work that speaks for itself, this team just keeps on delivering.

What makes Latin America so great for productions? If you ask 7 Seas they would say the people, firstly. And secondly? The locations. They have some of the most lust-worthy locations in the world and are definitely worth the visa and customs processes. Which by the way, 7 Seas take complete care of. Along with booking crew dinners, organising transportation and equipment rentals and everything else in between, like having extra paracetamol and phone chargers on standby.

Do as J.Crew, Bergdorf Goodman, and For Love and Lemons did, and go somewhere you have never been with 7 Seas."

Caribbean Production Company: Caribbean Islands PHOTO & FILM PRODUCTION, SERVICES AND LOCATION SCOUTS

The Barbados-based management is German, the crew is local and the focus is on international clients for motion pictures and stills with the goal to service and comfort foreign production companies while working on unfamiliar Caribbean island territory. The company's multi-media production services range from consulting, research, estimates, locations and accommodation through to logistics, talent, permits, customs and equipment for video, film and photo shoots.

"Our clients will experience an unmatched work ethic from a team striving for perfection in every aspect of the production - be it a commercial, image film, music video, TV documentary, movie, television show, digital social media content, fashion photography editorial, architectural, resort, aerial drone or underwater shoot.

We have accomplished some amazing shoot results over the last 20 years."

Clients include Lipsy London fashion, La Mer cosmetics, Ice/Norway, Virgin Holidays, Smuggler, Avon, One Production, Hilton Hotels, Jockey, adidas, Vogue, Brachfeld Paris, Macy’s, Elle, GQ, Glamour Magazine, ARD, BBC, Blackbird Films, Garmin, Channel 4, SKY TV, National Geographic, NBC, Wall to wall /Warner Brothers, KEO films, Accessorize, Royal Caribbean Cruises, DJI, Digicel, JD-Williams, Marks & Spencer, Calypso Lemonade and many more.

Litmedia Productions: Rio De Janeiro - Sao Paulo PHOTO & FILM PRODUCTION

Litmedia offers full service photo, commercial and event production all over Brazil, South America and the Dominican Republic. 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 team will provide 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 Louis Vuitton, Hugo Boss, Nike, Calvin Klein, Dorothy Perkins, Speedo, Converse, L'Oréal, Neiman Marcus, GE, Facebook, Instagram, I-D Magazine, Alexander McQueen, American Airlines, LinkedIn and Vogue.

APU Productions: Lima Production Services

"APU Productions is one of the leading production service companies in Peru. We have extensive experience with photo shoots as well as TV and feature films. Peru is a hidden jewel full of interesting stories and locations, and the food is great as well!

Recent projects include the 2018 OPI worldwide campaign featuring Peru. Other recent productions include episodes for TV series on the Discovery and Travel Channel, as well as a soon to be released project for Paramount Pictures.

Check out our website to see our most recent projects and locations book."

TAKE ME TO CUBA: Havana full photo production

"Take Me To Cuba is celebrating its 20th anniversary as the number one production company on the island.

Over the years, Cuba has certainly evolved, but don’t worry, she still remains very recognizable! Havana's old town has still got that charm, only now it’s dotted with elegant boutique hotels and cozy cafés, a sign that the economy continues to grow. And the clean turquoise waters of the surrounding beaches remain a major draw card for clients. One thing that will never change though are the friendly and inviting locals. They are the real stars of this beautiful country.

TMTC is a mix of European and long-serving local team members, giving clients world-class producers armed with local knowledge. After all, it’s essential to speak Cuban in Cuba!

Considering Cuba for your next campaign? It’s only a phone call away!"

Dominican Republic Photography Productions: Santo Domingo Production Services

"Our Dominican Republic support services and teams cover Santo Domingo, Zona Colonial, Punta Cana, Cap Cana, Casa de Campo, Las Terrenas, Samana, and more.

For the 15th consecutive year, Michelle d’Eze has her operational headquarters in the Dominican Republic. She is a member of the Dominican Republic Film Commission and to-date, the division has worked on more than 50 projects including TV reality series, catalogues, advertising, editorials, videos and TV commercials.

The firm offers an extensive range of support services that can be booked individually or as a complete package. These include location scouting, set managing/coordinating, requisitioning and processing of permits, casting, photography, studio rental, equipment rental, accommodation, catering, transportation (automobiles, boats, helicopters, Winnebago rentals) and all other production needs.

Moreover, collaborating with the Dominican Republic Film Commission (DGCINE), the company handles all the “nitty-gritty” tasks that are so time-consuming and bothersome for a producer working abroad - tasks such as customs, work permits and on-site logistics.

In a nutshell, we deliver an international standard of service while at the same time enabling our clients to benefit from the scenery and relaxed atmosphere of one of the great destinations of the world.”

Habitant Productions: Mexico City Photo & Film Production

"Habitant offers complete production and support services to bring life to the vision of our clients. We are dedicated to uncovering the best solutions fueled by our multi-disciplinary team and an expansive network of collaborators.

Based out of Mexico City, we provide service to international teams not only in Mexico, but throughout Latin America."

Ledesma Millennium: Buenos Aires advertising photographers

Martin Ledesma has been a digital advertising retoucher for more than 25 years, working in Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Uruguay, Europe and Dubai.

Ledesma Millenium started more than 50 years ago as one of the first advertising photographic studios in Argentina.

This photographic background enables Martin to produce high-quality images and retouching efficiently. He has also developed CGI as a tool.

Clients include Nissan, Renault, Chevrolet, GM, Nike, Sunsilk, Sedal, Axe, Link, MTV, Gatorade, Coors Light and Rexona, as well as many local and international photographers.

Köhler Studio: Buenos Aires advertising photographers and directors

Martín was born in Buenos Aires and despite graduating from Law School, he has worked as an advertising photographer for more than 15 years. In 2008, he began working on important international graphic campaigns.

He has received awards from prestigious international festivals such as Cannes, the New York Festival, Iberoamérica Eye and the Clio Awards. His photos have featured in international publications such as Lüezer's Archive '200 Best Photographers of the World' 2015/2016 and 2017/2018.

Martín is currently represented in Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, the USA and Italy. His latest campaigns were for clients including Toyota, Smart Water, Coca-Cola, Beer Poker and Coors, among others.

Victor Fraile: Mexico City advertising photographers

Victor Fraile is a commercial and editorial photographer specialising in sports, lifestyle and fashion who creates dynamic imagery that gets brand ideas and products noticed, seen and sold.

Originally from Spain but based between Mexico City and Hong Kong, Victor began his career shooting assignments across the globe for high-profile surfing magazines, while completing his Marketing Communications degree.

He is well known for his ability to work with world-leading athletes and he has spent the last 20 years working in over 40 countries for brands such as Red Bull, Nike, Neil Pryde, Li-Ning, Prada, Calvin Klein, Burberry, Triangl, Infiniti Motors, HSBC, UBS, and magazines such as Sports Illustrated, ESPN, Quo and Men's Health magazine, among others.

Victor works closely with brands and advertising agencies on campaigns and rebranding efforts to develop attention-grabbing ideas, execute them into photography and turn them into commercial-grade content that maximises clients' ROI.