services for photography & film Mar 2014

Backstage Service is Milan's newest rental facilities and equipment company for photo, video production and backstage. After many years of experience in the production field, the team is now able to meet every need of its clients and provide ad-hoc estimates for long term rentals.

They are constantly updating their website with new equipment for production: if any equipment cannot be found in Backstage Service's online catalogue, clients can send a request via email for a quick reply.

Backstage Service is able to provide a camper for multi-purpose use in the course of productions and photo and video events in general. This allows makeup artists, hair stylists and costume designers to work with artists in comfort, in addition it’s a perfect dressing room and place for production staff to relax during breaks.

For event and fashion shows, Backstage has a rich assortment of mirrors and makeup stations equipped with the best suited features, from simple and easily transportable to complete stations.

The team also provides assistants, seamstress/pressers, hair and makeup assistants, stylist assistants, manicurists, drivers and trucks and vans equipped with all modern comforts, which ensure long-haul travel even for small groups.

To complete their fleet, they have a number of vans for securely transporting technical equipment and props.

Since 1993, Cine & Video has been one of the leading stages and lighting rental houses in São Paulo, Brazil. The company's rental services and five stages, ranging from 50 to 540 m², are located just 10 minutes from CGH (Central SP Airport). Equipment includes HMI, tungsten, fluorescent and LED lights plus grip and accessories (Arri, Kino, Dedo, LEDZ, Matthews, Avenger).

Ask for special light and stage combos and save time, money and transportation when filming in São Paulo.

Cinenane Group is a development of Cinenoleggi Nane, a Milanese film company offering equipment and services for cinema and television for more than 25 years.

Its new structure, extending over more than 2000 m², as well as new rental divisions - Nane Aerial+Stab and Tabletop Studio - make it possible to meet any requirement from film/television studios, film directors and cinematographers, enabling better collaboration with grips and electricians.

Cinenane Group designs structures and systems for fashion shows, show rooms, conventions and big events in cooperation with light designers and architects. The company supplies specialised personnel and on-line customer care; its quality is UNI-EN-ISO 9001:2008 certificated and recognised by DNV Italia.

NANE A+S represents the technologically most advanced sectors of the group. The first Italian company capable of providing a complete stabilisation service from air, sea, and ground, Nane A+S offers a vast range of solutions and supporting services as well as specialised operators. Nane A+S provides a complete and tailored service for any kind of shoot.

COSTA DEL SOL productions combines northern European perfectionism with local knowledge and contacts. More than 25 years' experience in the production and advertising world including five years in Andalucia, gives an insight into what is essential to achieve the best results whilst maintaining a comfortable workflow. 

Southern Spain offers a micro climate with more than 320 days of sunshine a year. Versatile locations with the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean to the front and the snow covered mountains of the Sierra Nevada to the rear. Streets running from the seashore winding up to the hills with spectacular views to reach the highest roads in Europe. From Spaghetti Western towns to modern urban architecture, all easily reached from all over Europe.

Visit the website or contact Connie on +34-660716460 for more information.

dippy bird management is a representative agency for young film-makers and creatives such as directors, DoPs, stylists, hair and make-up artists. The company's objective is to look after their 'birds' so they can focus on being creative, building up young talent and helping experienced creatives to diversify.

Supporting, maintaining, communicating and networking between clients and creatives is what dippy bird management does. Negotiating fees and conditions, securing deals and maintaining networks are its everyday activities. On request, the team can scout creatives for national and international needs.

Visit dippy-bird.com to watch artists' reels and for more information or requests email or call +49 6171 9781850.

Karmer continues to push the limits of what can be achieved with today's ever decreasing budgets by giving just that little bit more. The results prove it is always worth giving extra.

With the benefit of 3D visuals created in-house, Karmer can provide the photographer and set designer with more information than ever so that the shoot runs even more smoothly.

M17Group is a state-of-the-art photo and film facility located in Nuremberg, Bavaria, with more than 2000 m² of indoor production space divided between four studios for multi-purpose uses.

Studio I is equipped with a giant 10 x 6 m² light-box which can be used for wide diffusion across a large area. There is also a 36m corner cove with a ceiling height of 8.2m. Ideal for car shoots, the ground-floor studio also enjoys a huge outdoor area and ample parking. Studio II features a fully equipped kitchen complete with a walk-in fridge that makes it ideal for food shoots.

The company's new 360° product photography rental studio offers the highest detail and the opportunity to showcase products from all angles. M17's in-house photo and film equipment department provides 24/7 service and supports productions worldwide with grip, lighting and camera equipment.

Based in Zurich, PROPERRENT - the first choice for professionals in Switzerland - is a professional equipment rental company for cinematographers and photographers alike. The company offers a full range of studio and location cameras, lighting, grip equipment and accessories along with every essential piece of equipment, from heaters to tents and walkie talkies to ensure a successful, professional shoot.

A 24/7 service from expert staff, that can meet the most problematic and demanding equipment issues, supports clients wherever they are in the world. The company also offers "ready to fly" packed equipment complete with customs papers that can be delivered to locations worldwide, making every project effortless and seamless for clients.

PROPERRENTs digital rental packages include some of the most popular solutions for digital capture in the professional film and photography industry. In addition, a full range of production services including casting, locations, scouting, permits, transport and accommodation can be arranged at anytime. The company is capable of answering any request to provide a complete shooting unit for cinema, television or advertising productions.

Clients are always welcome to stop by and check out the newest equipment, or just have a cup of coffee and a chat. Visit the website for further information.

TeamVan has something new! Vans with fixtures as-per clients' demand, to transport things and have a home base on location from which to work comfortably. Large enough for everything and yet flexible - loading area L/W/H 4.30 m/1.71m/1.94 m.

Space for the collection - clothes rods (optionally expandable); a shelving system for the equipment; a work table for hair and make-up, digital operator or styling; LED lighting for interior and exterior ensures enough light even during extraordinary working hours, without draining the battery.

Amenities such as a heater, A/C, navigation, Bluetooth/AUX, Cruise Control, PDC and rear camera, voltage transformer 12V/220V (1000W) ensure a relaxed arrival at the location.

Email or get in touch with Teamvan for more information on +49 89 54804640.

Txema Vega - Underwater Film Service is a Barcelona-based company that is available to work anywhere. The company works in collaboration with both national and international production clients, offering expert advice as well as all the necessary equipment to shoot underwater footage.

Txema Vega uses the most advanced housings, both in terms of technical features and quality of materials, for a wide variety of cutting edge cameras.

Equipment includes:

• Gates Housings for EPIC, SCARLET, RED ONE and Panasonic HVX200 cameras.
• Aquatica housing for Canon EOS 5D MARK III cameras.
• Scubacam for 35 and 16 mm film cameras.
• Ocean Reef communication systems with surface.
• Green Force and Nite Rider Underwater lights.