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From location scouts in Jordan's deserts to CGI studios in Barcelona and production teams navigating the Dolomites and the Nordics, this Spotlight brings together the photographers, agents, producers and post-production specialists who make automotive campaigns happen — on set, on location, and in post.
Anthony Dias
Los Angeles
Contesti Photographers
Italy
EGM Studio
Spain
JB5 Productions
Los Angeles
NM Productions
London - Dubai - L.A. - NY - Milan - Madrid
Punctum Images
Prague
SPARC
The Netherlands
Tom Kahler
United Kingdom
The Royal Film Commission - Jordan
Jordan
YAKYAK Production Service
Copenhagen - The Nordics
Dias Photography, Inc is a true car production specialist with a unique talent to handle any level of project with a seamless integration of both video and photo.
With lead director and photographer Anthony Dias, their ability to gracefully capture video and still content of both automotive and lifestyle stories is incredible. Every project involves a new creative approach with an impeccable amount of detail.
Anthony and his team have developed a deep understanding of the quality and professionalism each project requires. Knowing what is important to the brand and to the agency helps them achieve such impactful imagery while having fun along the way.
Thank you for taking a moment to explore their work!
Contesti is an Italy-based creative production and talent management agency specialising in high-end visual storytelling for international brands. With strong expertise in automotive, lifestyle, design, and advertising, the company represents a curated roster of photographers, directors, and creative talents capable of shaping powerful still and motion campaigns.
For car production and post-production, Contesti offers a full-service approach, managing every stage of the process: creative development, location scouting, casting, crew coordination, logistics, on-set production, and post-production supervision. From dynamic automotive shoots to refined brand films and digital content, the team combines technical precision with a strong aesthetic sensibility.
Contesti also integrates advanced post-production solutions, including AI-assisted workflows, to enhance efficiency, precision, and creative possibilities while preserving the integrity of each visual project. Blending production expertise, artistic direction, and attention to detail, the agency acts as a trusted partner for automotive clients seeking impactful, polished, and internationally relevant content.
"We are a CGI and retouch studio from Barcelona, integrated as a division of EGM, a company dedicated to the integral treatment of the graphic image.
Since 1974 we have been collaborating with the most prestigious photographers and graphic artists in the retouching and post-production of images. At the beginning of the year 2000, with the irruption of the digital world in image processing, EGM incorporates a new, exciting and creative way of exploring the visual world.
The artistic talent and technical mastery of our team, coupled with a powerful media infrastructure, allows us to control different disciplines: 3D, photography, design, modeling, shading, rigging, animation, compositing, virtual reality, augmented reality... Those make up a palette of services that has made EGMS a creative and powerfultechnological partner in which our clients have entrusted the development of their projects.
We continue to research the creation of digital content for different channels, using the latest technologies in printing, projection and visualisation."
2025 and 2026 have marked a major evolution in the integration of technology within the commercial photography and advertising industry. JB5 Productions has built an extensive global network of photographers, creative directors, art producers, crew members, and post production partners, resulting in long standing relationships and a strong base of repeat clients.
“Our team has extensive experience producing and managing projects across motion, still photography, CGI, AI driven content, and Gybow manipulated imagery, while collaborating with some of the industry’s leading post production companies.
JB5 Productions is committed to delivering exceptional production services from concept through completion for both national and international agencies and brands. As a full service still photography and video production company with offices in Phoenix and Los Angeles, we combine creative expertise, technical innovation, and seamless execution to bring every project to life.
Past clients include Acura, Audi, BMW, Bud Light, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Fiji Water, Ford, Genesis, Google, Honda, Jeep, Lexus, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, NFL, Nissan, Pfizer, Porsche, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen, and YETI.”
"We create TV ads, social content, print and branded campaigns with one goal: producing standout work. No fluff , no ego, just a team that knows how to take an idea and make it real, from automotive and beyond.
We're transparent in how we work, resourceful when challenges come up, and diligent in every detail. Big or small, every production gets the same hard graft and adaptability.
With crews, fixers and partners across the globe, including work with Range Rover and Jaguar, we can set up and deliver wherever the job takes us."
To explore more about NM’s talented directors, photographers, and DOPs, and to view their showreels, click here.
Punctum is a creative production studio specialising in high-end, photorealistic CGI for automotive imagery and film. Based in Prague and working internationally, Punctum develops tailored visual solutions for global car brands, from single hero images to complete launch campaigns and scalable content systems.
"Our approach is flexible and project-driven. We combine CGI with photography, live action or AI whenever it serves the idea and delivers the strongest result. By bringing creative direction, technical expertise and production together under one roof, we can shape each workflow around the specific needs of the project."
With more than a decade of automotive experience, Punctum creates visually precise, natural and cinematic work across stills and motion.
"A crowded market doesn’t demand more volume; it demands a sharp strategy. The right combination of campaign, content, and activation creates the distinction your brand needs." — Wouter - Founder SPARC®
SPARC® understands your world. A world where every detail counts. Based in the Netherlands, SPARC® is a strategic and creative agency dedicated to the automotive industry.
"That single spark—the moment something moves, inspires, and motivates you—is the driving passion that defines our work. We craft campaigns that evoke emotion, spark inspiration, and build lasting connections. By combining strategy, creation, and activation, we help your automotive brand capture and retain the attention it deserves.
With a rich history and extensive experience in the automotive sector, SPARC® specialises in crafting narratives that evoke emotion, inspire action, and forge genuine connections with your audience. Through a powerful blend of creative vision and strategic commercial insight, we work toward one clear goal: to increase brand awareness and stimulate business growth."
UK-based photographer Tom Kahler creates clean, minimal imagery that still feels real and engaging through atmosphere and energy. His work focuses on capturing both the design and performance of vehicles in a way that connects with audiences.
This Spotlight features Tom’s recent work for Aston Martin, shooting the Vantage Roadster. The project was captured over a two-day shoot in the Dolomites, working closely with his team to produce a full suite of imagery. Shooting across multiple locations, the focus was on using the landscape, light and movement to highlight the car’s form and performance in a natural, cinematic way.
Jordan continues to draw international productions with its unique blend of natural beauty, cultural depth, and reliable production infrastructure. The Royal Film Commission – Jordan (RFC) supports filmmakers at every step, offering guidance, streamlined services, and access to some of the most striking locations in the region.
From major titles like Dune, The Martian, and Aladdin, to independent and regional films, Jordan has become a flexible stand-in for a wide range of settings. Its varied terrain includes deserts, mountains, forests, and ancient cities — all within a few hours' drive. With over 310 days of sunshine, a skilled local workforce, and a reputation for safety and efficiency, the country remains a strong choice for producers looking for both quality and versatility.
RFC is a member of the Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI), ensuring global standards and a professional network. Whether you're planning a large-scale feature or a smaller production, RFC is ready to help bring your story to life.
In Jordan, every frame tells a story.
Based in Copenhagen, YAKYAK helps international brands and production companies bring ambitious automotive shoots to life across Denmark and the Nordics. From permits and locations to vehicles, crews, and smooth shoot days – they handle it all.
Recent productions include a global campaign for Volvo, a high-impact Hyundai shoot in central Copenhagen, and an extensive Audi project filmed across Denmark – from Bornholm to Jutland.
YAKYAK also integrates 360° Virtual Production stages to create cinematic, flexible environments when real-world conditions demand precision and control.
Whether the brief calls for city streets, dramatic coastlines, or studio setups, YAKYAK builds the right foundation to let any creative vision run at full speed.
With deep local knowledge and international experience, they’re more than just a service provider – they’re a trusted partner on the ground.
"YAKYAK Production Service – where cars and ideas hit the road."