Dalian Fixers: Your Local Production Partners
Dalian fixers are indispensable in facilitating international productions. These local experts bridge the gap between foreign teams and Chinese crews, ensuring seamless communication, efficient logistics, and a smooth production flow. Established in 2012 from a 15-year partnership between Clark Wang and Matt Clarke, Shoot in China offers comprehensive production support with bilingual crews, fixers, location scouting, casting, logistics, and translation services.
The Role of Dalian Fixers
Dalian fixers play a pivotal role by handling local coordination, such as securing permits, arranging transport, and managing on-location schedules. Their expertise ensures that every detail is meticulously attended to, from cast and crew accommodations to equipment rentals and scenic locations.
- Permit acquisition for shooting in public spaces
- Scheduling with local vendors and suppliers
- Transport arrangement for teams and equipment
With decades of experience, Dalian fixers streamline the production process, making it easier for international filmmakers to capture authentic visuals and experiences.
Dalian Fixers in Action: Key Services Provided
Dalian fixers offer a range of services that are vital for any production:
- Location Scouting: Dalian fixers explore and recommend the best locations to fit the production’s vision, ensuring the scene’s authenticity and beauty.
- Casting Coordination: They work closely with casting directors to find local talent that matches the script’s requirements, enhancing the production’s cultural accuracy.
- Logistics Management: Dalian fixers handle everything from transportation to accommodations, ensuring all crew and equipment are efficiently managed.
- Translation Services: They provide bilingual support for smooth communication between international directors and local cast/crew.
This comprehensive package ensures that the production process runs smoothly, with minimal hiccups.
Dalian Fixers: Bridging Cultural Gaps
Dalian fixers not only assist in logistical arrangements but also act as cultural intermediaries. Understanding both Western and Chinese customs, they help directors navigate local traditions, ensuring the production reflects cultural nuances accurately. This expertise is especially valuable for shoots involving multiple locations across cities like Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Chongqing, and Hong Kong.
For instance, a fixer can recommend specific filming times to avoid crowded scenes or suggest the best spots for capturing local flavors in markets or historical sites. They provide invaluable insights that enhance the production’s authenticity and visual appeal.
Dalian Fixers: Benefits for International Productions
Employing Dalian fixers brings several benefits:
- Saves Time: Efficiently manages all local logistics, reducing delays.
- Enhances Quality: Ensures accurate cultural representation and authentic visuals.
- Lowers Costs: Optimizes expenses through strategic planning and local connections.
Dalian fixers help international productions achieve their goals while maintaining budget and schedule.
Related Services Section: Extending Dalian Fixers’ Expertise
In addition to Dalian fixers, our production house offers a variety of services to enhance your project:
- Post Production: English and Mandarin editing, animation, motion graphics, video localization.
- Photography Services: Corporate, commercial, lifestyle, and behind-the-scenes photography.
- Equipment Rental & Aerial Filming: Access to top brands like Canon, Sony, Arri, and licensed drone pilots for dynamic aerial shots.
Contact us at [email protected] or visit our office in Shanghai (8th Floor, Fude Plaza, 1688 Sichuan Bei Road, Hong Kou District, Shanghai 200080) for more information.