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Showcase Magazine
NODOP
Full Photo & Film Production Services
NODOP is a global production partner, providing expert knowledge in commercials, TV and film, as well as fashion, sports, and automotive projects.
NODOP operates in the Nordics—Scandinavia, Scotland, and Iceland. They also work across warmer regions, specialising in the French Alps, the Canary Islands, and South Africa.
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Spotlight Magazine
Rune Bendiksen
Oslo
Rune Bendiksen is a Norwegian-born photographer and filmmaker. Born in 1978 by the coast in northern Norway, he has worked in commercial photography for over 20 years.
After graduating from photography school in 1998, he moved to Oslo to work as an assistant for various photographers and studios. Over time, he has established himself as a go-to photographer for advertising agencies in Norway.
Rune's passion for image-making drives a consistent quest for inspiration and emotions that enhance the strength of his work. He primarily focuses on photographing people and cars in diverse locations worldwide.
Rune is also a co-owner of Oslo Photostudio, a full-service rental studio for photo and film productions. The studio also provides line production services for editorials and campaigns shot in Norway.
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Spotlight Magazine
NODOP
Norway - France - South Africa - Scotland
NODOP offers full service production in Scandinavia and beyond.
"We operate across Scandinavia, offering our clients some of the most stunning locations in the Northern Hemisphere. Norway serves as a paradise for car commercials, Sweden stands out as a hub for Scandi design-inspired location houses, and Denmark bridges the gap between Scandinavian life and the continental European vibe.
Many of our clients also rely on NODOP for productions beyond Scandinavia. Recently, we’ve completed projects such as LOFT in the Swedish archipelago, LVMH/Rimowa in Oslo, and Dressmann in Chamonix, France.
Currently, we’re gearing up for the SS25 season with several clients in South Africa."
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Spotlight Magazine
Monky Productions
Norway
Monky Productions is a full-service production company specialising in high-end photo and film productions. Monky also provides line production services and location management for longer engagements, including feature films and TV series productions. They have been a high-end provider for over a decade, establishing themselves as one of the most reliable service providers in Norway.
Based in Oslo, Norway, Monky has travelled with clients across the country, including to the northernmost region of Svalbard.
"We offer complete production support, customised for projects of any size, including budgeting, project management, locations, crew, casting, logistics, travel and accommodation, props, set building, equipment rentals, production vehicles, studio space, and everything else you may need for your production.
Please contact us for more information about producing in the Nordics."
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Showcase Magazine
Moonland Productions
Full Photo & Film Production Services
Moonland Productions is a premier service provider for international film and photography productions throughout the Nordics, covering Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Denmark, and the Faroe Islands. With an extensive network across these stunning locations, Moonland offers comprehensive production support for every stage of the process, ensuring that creative visions come to life in some of the most breathtaking environments on Earth.
From experienced producers and skilled fixers to top-tier technical specialists and post-production experts, Moonland Productions assembles world-class crews tailored to meet the needs of each project. Whether working on automotive campaigns, sports features, or outdoor adventure shoots, the team is known for its ability to navigate the unique challenges of shooting in the Nordics, delivering exceptional results even in the most rugged or remote locations.
With a roster of high-profile clients, including BMW, Toyota, Renault, Puma, and Hunter, Moonland has earned a reputation for reliability, precision, and creativity. These partnerships are a testament to the company’s expertise in producing captivating content that resonates with audiences worldwide.
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Showcase Magazine
NODOP
Full Photo & Film Production Services
Norway stretches over 1,750 km from north to south, with a coastline of 100,900 kilometres. It is the only country in the Northern Hemisphere where you can shoot on a glacier and a white sandy beach on the same day.
Norway is perfect for your autumn and winter campaigns, and is excellent for car shoots.
The exchange rate is more attractive than ever compared to the Euro and the British Pound.
"At NODOP, we pride ourselves on a boutique approach. We offer full-service production for both film and stills. Our team speaks fluent English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian. We have a technical crew with years of experience in filming cars, including gaffers and precision drivers.
In addition to being based in Norway, NODOP produces in Iceland, Scotland, Europe, the Canary Islands, South Africa, and Namibia."
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Showcase Magazine
Espen Olsen
DOPs/ advertising & commercials
Espen Olsen, a Norwegian cinematographer, has over 12 years of experience in film, with a focus on fashion in recent years. His work has taken him to stunning locations worldwide, from the bustling streets of Hong Kong and the rich landscapes of Colombia to the serene beaches of Lofoten and the snowy mountaintops of Norway. Across these diverse environments, Espen strives to highlight the unique beauty of fashion through film.
Espen often collaborates with renowned fashion stills photographers, such as Fred Jonny and Cathrine Wessel, finding it fascinating to blend the worlds of photography and film. These collaborations bring out the best in both mediums, creating dynamic results that enhance the storytelling aspect of fashion shoots.
While he often incorporates handheld shots and natural light, Espen tailors his approach to fit the vision of each project. His success comes from the collaboration between talented models, skilled crews, and a well-planned idea, ensuring that every shoot reaches its full potential.
Espen continues to build his portfolio by working on new and exciting fashion projects, always aiming to deliver visuals that connect with audiences and reflect the essence of style. In December 2023, Espen signed a deal with Asian producer and agent David Attali to be represented throughout Asia, expanding his reach in the film industry.
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Spotlight Magazine
NODOP
Norway - France - South Africa - Scotland
Norway stretches over 1750 km from North to South, with a coastline of 100 900 kilometres. It is the only country in the Northern hemisphere where you can shoot on a glacier and a white sandy beach on the same day.
"Norway is perfect for your autumn and winter campaigns and is excellent for your car shoots.
At NODOP we pride ourselves with a boutique approach. We offer full service production for both film and stills. Our team speaks fluent English, French, German, Spanish and Italian. We have a technical crew with years of experience in filming cars including gaffers and precision drivers.
In addition to being based in Norway, Nodop produces in Iceland, Scotland, Europe, the Canaries, South Africa and Namibia.
The currency exchange rate is more attractive than ever compared to the Euro and the British Pound!"
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Spotlight Magazine
Moonland Productions
The Nordics
Moonland Productions is a trusted location service company operating in the beautiful and vibrant region of the Nordics, including Norway, Sweden, Iceland, Denmark and Faroe Islands.
"We provide a wide range of bespoke services for international clients, mainly within automotive, outdoor and sports.
Moonland has become a go-to destination when seeking top-notch local support in the Nordics, and we have the privilege of working with clients from all over the world ranging from feature films to commercials, fashion campaigns and documentaries.
Our commitment to quality also applies to creating a positive workplace environment for both our employees and collaborators. We value diversity, mutual respect, teamwork and dedication – values that are reflected in everything we do."
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Spotlight Magazine
Espen Olsen
Oslo
Espen Olsen, a Norwegian cinematographer, brings over 12 years of expertise to the film industry. He loves the style of handheld techniques and natural light in his cinematography.
Espen's portfolio spans television, documentaries, fashion films, music videos, and commercials for a variety of big brands, products, and artists in Norway. While he loves handheld and natural light and exterior locations, he also enjoys a big studio shoot with large crews and big lighting rigs.
Espen's lens has traversed the globe, capturing scenes from Hong Kong to Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Spain, New York City, and Los Angeles.
Not to mention the breathtaking scenes in Norway's beautiful landscape from the fjords in Voss, to the beaches in Lofoten, and the mountaintops at Rju.
Noteworthy clients include Coca-Cola, BBC, Hongqi, DnB, Equinor, Kari Traa, Interoptik, Vitusapotek, and Dæhlie.
His production company, iProduksjon AS, has been a trustworthy partner in delivering high-end film productions to Norway's prominent brands for over a decade. After ten years they have never been more eager to deliver films, from a small interview to a big film production on big sets.