SERVICES
& KIT
From videography to fixing and full production
Full, comprehensive business insurance
Netflix approved Sony kit
Producing and fixing
With backgrounds in journalism and anthropology we're experts in finding the right contributors for your programme. Past access includes hard drug users and clinics in Washington state, an abortion clinic in New Mexico and the friends and family of well-known celebrities and politicians. Combining Santiago's knowledge of the Americas region with Oliver's experience working within the Western media, we know how to deliver to the high standards you expect and require.
What we provide as standard:
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Regular meetings and emails or Whatsapp messages to keep you up-to-date with our progress
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A full contacts book so you can see who we have already contacted and what we've achieved
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A full schedule with briefing notes so it's clear where you need to be and who you'll be interviewing
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Option to join you on location for Spanish-English translation and production support
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Assistance with customs clearance, film permits, travel and accommodation suggestions, scouting, additional local crew and local transport: full, clean driving licence
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Continued support: while you're on the road we'll maintain communication so you always know what's happening - whether you decide for us to join you on your shoot or not
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Determination, journalistic rigorous and thoroughness
Our tariff varies depending on the network. Reduced rates can be discussed for public broadcasters. If professional SRT translation is required, this is charged as a separate per minute service and not included within the fixing tariff.
Cinematography or videography
A versatile and cinematic factual filmmaker, Oliver has worked on a wide range of formats: documentaries, branded content, current affairs and property programmes around the world. From stylised interview set-ups to following the action, with a background as a director, producer and edit producer, Oliver knows what shots are required for a successful edit. Whether it be single camera or multi crew, Oliver, a member of the Guild of Television Camera Professionals, is an experienced camera operator and primetime credited Director of Photographer who can work in challenging environments. Meanwhile, Santiago has worked as camera assistant and was recently given his first Camera Operator credit. We'll always deliver high quality rushes to the style requested.
What we provide as standard:
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A pre-shoot meeting to make sure we're all on the page about what is required for your shoot
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Ability to work to a shot list and style deck or film more on-the-fly, capturing natural moments
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Audio recorded direct to camera without the need for a sound operator, up to two mics, exceptionally four
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4K and proxy rushes, unless otherwise stated, in a timely manner via online upload
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Post-shoot notes to help you easily identify moments
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Ongoing support post-shoot for any queries
We operate a two-tier tariff. Documentary, television, commercial and external corporate is classed as cinematography. Event coverage and internal corporate with no or minimal lighting is provided at a reduced videography rate.
Directing and self-shooting
More specific needs? With contacts around the world, Oliver is able to work in tandem as a director with fantastic cinematographers, videographers and drone operators to meet your shoot needs. But he's also an all-rounder, able to produce and direct all while operating camera and sound. With experience directing crews of up to five people and being across complex, dynamic shoots flying solo, Oliver is a confident and accomplished director.
What we provide as standard:
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The same great services as above, all rolled into one
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Production support from Santiago, if necessary
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Big return for a smaller budget
This service can often be included within the tariff for producing or cinematography.
Research
Need help with ideas and briefings? Santiago, with his background in anthropology, can provide in-depth research on any project in the Latin America region. His interests include: social issues, indigenous affairs, LGBT and gender rights, and the history of power and conflict in the region. (And he also loves music, everything from salsa to techno!)
What we provide as standard:
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Regular meetings and emails or Whatsapp messages to keep you up-to-date with our progress
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Full, clear, concise briefings in English or Spanish to assist in your development or production
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Full pitches, written to the required style
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Open-minded, conversation first approach to research. We pick up the phone and get talking to those in the know, leading to better informed and more diverse stories and contributors.
Editing and full production
We can also provide a full production service from pitch to delivery. With smaller projects, we'll edit them ourselves. With larger projects, we'll produce the edit and work with talented editors from the UK. Let us know what's right for your production and get in touch with us.
Our tariff is dependant on the destination of the production. Reduced rates are offered for non-commercial, non-corporate projects.
Business insurance
All of our services come with comprehensive business insurance so no one needs to worry about any mishaps. We are covered in most territories for the following:
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Public liability insurance up to £5,000,000
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Employer's liability insurance up to £5,000,000
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Professional indemnity insurance
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Full equipment, accident and injury and money insurance, including up to £2,500 for hired in equipment
KIT LIST
Netflix approved Sony kit that shoots S-Log3. Carnet for international travel. Good relationship with kit houses. Rates to be discussed.
Cameras
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Sony FX6 - Netflix approved cinema camera
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Sony FX3 - Netflix approved cinema camera
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Sony FX30 - Gateway cinema line camera
Prime & Zoom Lenses
• Sony G-Master f1.4 24mm
• Sony G-Master f1.4 35mm
• Sony G-Master f1.4 50mm
• Sony G-Master f1.4 85mm
• Sony G-Master II f2.8 24-70mm
Sound
• Røde Wireless Pro - 4x transmittors, 2x receiver
• x4 Røde clip/LAV mics with accessories
• Røde Video GO top mic
• Zoom H4 recorder (input for 2 additional mics)
Stabilizers and tripods
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Sachtler carbon fiber tripod
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Manfrotto video head tripod
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Manfrotto Befree highly portable tripod for B cam, budget or remote shoots
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Ronin RS4 Pro gimbal
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Ronin RS4 gimbal
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Ronin SC gimbal
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Smallrig documentary style handheld rig
Accessories
• 6x FX3 and FX30 camera batteries
• 3x heavy duty FX6 camera batteries
• 2x 160GB CFExpress cards
• 2x 80GB CFExpress cards
• 5x variable ND filters
• 5x UV filters
• ATOMOS Shinobi II monitor
Lights
• GODOX FL150S Flexible LED Light 60x60
• GODOX Softbox and grid
• Falcon Eyes RX-18TD
• Swit L-100P 100W Bi-color IP54 RainProof Flexible Light
• 3x light stands
• Greika large all-purpose bounce