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We know the best crews and will get the right people on the job.
Qatar lacks some of the resources for high-end film production that many international producers and directors might expect. Despite the growth and some projects with large budgets, the film production market in Qatar is still under-developed. That lack of consistent work means that crew, equipment, and other production assets can be hard to find. A great 1st AD, for instance, might be the only 1st AD in the country qualified to take on challenging projects. If your project overlaps with another, an alternate plan must be created. Logistics is part of our daily routine. We provide you detailed prep, admin, scheduling, and logistics support necessary during the planning, the shoot days, and after your project finishes in Qatar. We have the right crew, casting, and kit rental house relationships to get you the best possible deals. Our team is hands-on in support of your success. If you need top-tier production management in Qatar, you found it! Need a printer? Local phones? A place to set up base for prep? We can help you with all the general office bits and find you the most cost-effective ways to create a collaborative space to plan out your project, meet with crew, agency, and clients. All while ensuring there is a constant drip of quality caffeine.
If you are looking for post-project support, such as hiring and recording local voice talent, producing tapes, delivering items across town, etc. Let us know. We thrive on great relationships and look forward to building one and maintaining one as an extension of your team in Qatar. We have relationships and resources to ensure the working team never misses a meal on set, and stays hydrated, caffeinated, and motivated all production day long. From local talent, to cultural advisors, casting sessions, and specialized performers, we will help you reach into the local pool and find the right talent for your project. Our team will help you direct source, or find the best local market department heads to sort your wardrobe and art department requirements. We work in production and understand the challenges intimately. We can help translate production needs to the unique challenges in Qatar.
Our team has worked on multiple film production and photography production servicing projects including print and TV ads, feature films, film shorts and music videos. If you need it in Qatar, we can source and set it up. We understand the balance between achieving a high level of creativity and still staying within the budget. Here are a few things we can help you with. Qatar is a juxtaposition of modern and luxurious city life against a backdrop of ultra hot desert emptiness. Over the past 30 years, Qatar, and specifically the capital city of Doha, have grown exponentially. Most of the activity and most of the locations are in or very near Doha, with a few key exceptions, such as the desert or the sea. 5-star high-class luxury is everywhere. There are a number of modern restaurants, malls, offices, hotels, spas, universities, and landmarks. There a few decent parks, plenty of sports facilities, and various pools. Generally, anything you are looking for can be found, but there are some exceptions. Once you start planning your locations, contact us. Qatar has a myriad beautiful interior and architecture, and a whole lot of desert. Other things, like grass, are a bit harder to find. We know where the best spots are and who to talk to in order to get access. Whether you are working on a pitch or ready to shoot, we can help. We handle the relationships, prepping the location, providing the way-finding, and on-site support so you and your team can get in and get the shots you need. Our Locations Manager is skilled at understanding the creative brief and finding the best options available. Permits in Qatar are extremely important. Obtaining a general shooting permit and a release to bring in equipment for shoots can mean the difference between a great shoot and jail time. The Qatar authorities take the permits very seriously. We do too. We know how to get them and how to check all the right blocks to make sure your production and your team steer clear of any unnecessary setbacks. Plan ahead. Permits also don’t happen quickly. It can take up to 25 days for a general shooting permit to be released. When you are ready to get this process started, contact us. We will start the permit process for you for free, and only charge the permit fee if the project goes forward. There are a couple of prerequisites to make this work, so contact us to the process started. There are special permits needed for various special shooting situations. Want to film in the sea? Looking to get into a very specialized location? We will navigate the various authorities and get the right permissions to get you set up for success. Visas in Qatar can be a moving target. With the fluctuating politics in the region and around the world, certain countries may be allowed one day and not allowed the next. We keep our ear to the ground constantly for updated information, and we are happy to share what we know. Reach out to us for more information and to get your visa process started.
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