Beijing Fixer Contact provides comprehensive production support services throughout China for international filmmakers and production companies. Our experienced team specializes in navigating the complex regulatory environment that foreign productions face when filming in China, ensuring your project proceeds smoothly from pre-production to completion. With years of specialized experience and hundreds of successfully completed projects, we have established ourselves as reliable partners for productions of all scales and types.
Comprehensive Production Services Across China
Our network extends beyond Beijing to include major production hubs throughout China, including Chengdu, Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Guizhou. Each location presents unique opportunities and challenges for filmmakers, and our local fixers possess deep regional knowledge that proves invaluable during production planning. We maintain strong relationships with local authorities, crew members, equipment suppliers, and location managers across multiple provinces, giving our clients access to resources that would otherwise be difficult to secure independently.
Navigating China’s Filming Permit Process
One of the most critical services we provide involves obtaining the necessary filming permits required for legal production in China. The permit application process can be particularly challenging for foreign productions due to varying regulations across different municipalities and provinces. Our team stays current with all regulatory changes and maintains positive working relationships with relevant government departments. We handle the entire application process, including document preparation, submission, follow-up, and any required modifications to ensure compliance with local requirements.
Documentary and Corporate Production Expertise
Our production support extends to various project types, including documentary films, corporate videos, short films, art films, and commercial content. Each genre requires different approaches to location scouting, crew assembly, and regulatory compliance. For documentary projects, we provide access to unique locations and subjects while ensuring all necessary permissions are secured. Corporate productions benefit from our understanding of business environments and ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders while maintaining professional standards and confidentiality.
Equipment and Technical Support
Importing filming equipment into China involves navigating complex customs regulations and temporary import procedures. Our team manages all customs documentation and procedures for equipment brought into the country, minimizing delays and potential complications. For productions preferring to source equipment locally, we maintain relationships with reputable rental houses throughout China, ensuring access to professional-grade cameras, lighting, sound equipment, and support gear that meets international production standards.
Multi-Location Production Coordination
Many productions require filming across multiple Chinese cities or regions, which presents significant logistical challenges. Our nationwide network of production coordinators and local fixers enables seamless transitions between locations while maintaining consistent production quality and adherence to schedules. We handle transportation, accommodation, local crew hiring, and location management across different provinces, allowing production teams to focus on creative aspects rather than logistical concerns.
Visa and Travel Support Services
Foreign crew members often require specific work visas to legally film in China, and the application process can be time-consuming and complex. We assist with the entire visa application process, providing guidance on required documentation, submission procedures, and timeline management. Our team also helps coordinate travel arrangements within China, including domestic flights, ground transportation, and accommodation that meets production requirements and budgets.
Creative Collaboration and Problem Solving
Beyond logistical support, we bring creative problem-solving skills to each project, helping production teams overcome unexpected challenges that inevitably arise during filming in unfamiliar environments. Our bilingual producers and fixers serve as cultural bridges, facilitating communication between international crews and local communities while ensuring mutual understanding and respect. This collaborative approach has resulted in successful projects across diverse genres and production scales.
Whether you’re planning a documentary exploring China’s diverse regions, a corporate video showcasing business operations, or a commercial production targeting Chinese audiences, our Beijing-based production support team provides the expertise and local knowledge necessary for successful project completion. Contact us to discuss how we can support your specific production needs and help navigate the unique challenges of filming in China.