China Video Filming Support – Expertise Across Major Hubs
China video filming support is essential for international productions seeking to capture the vibrant culture and landscapes of this diverse nation. Since 2012, Shoot in China has provided top-notch services tailored for global brands, ensuring smooth and high-quality filming experiences across major Chinese cities. Our comprehensive approach to production assistance has made us the preferred partner for companies looking to navigate China’s complex filming landscape while maintaining international quality standards.
A Brief History of Shoot in China
Established from a 15-year partnership between Clark Wang and Matt Clarke, Shoot in China combines decades of video production expertise. Our boutique production house has completed over 1,600 projects—from high-end commercials to documentaries—offering bilingual crews, fixers, location scouting, casting, logistics, and translation services. The company’s foundation rests on deep cultural understanding and technical proficiency, having evolved from a small startup to a recognized industry leader in China’s competitive production market. This growth trajectory reflects our commitment to excellence and adaptability in serving diverse client needs across various industries and production types.
Comprehensive Production Support
Our turnkey service covers every step of the video production process. From creative concept and scripting to filming, editing, and screening, we ensure a seamless experience for our clients. We also provide post-production services including English and Mandarin editing, animation, motion graphics, and video localization. Each project benefits from our systematic approach that prioritizes clear communication, detailed planning, and quality control at every stage. Our production methodology incorporates international best practices while adapting to local requirements and regulations, creating an optimal balance between creative vision and practical execution.
- Bilingual Crews: Our crews speak both English and Mandarin fluently, facilitating smooth communication on set. This linguistic capability extends beyond simple translation to include cultural nuance and industry-specific terminology, ensuring that creative direction and technical instructions are accurately conveyed between international and local team members.
- Fixers & Location Scouting: Expert fixers and location scouts help identify perfect shooting spots in major hubs such as Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Chongqing, and Hong Kong. Our local knowledge includes understanding permit requirements, seasonal considerations, and accessibility factors that can impact production schedules and budgets.
- Casting Services: We assist with casting actors and extras to meet your specific needs. Our extensive database includes professional talent across all age groups and ethnicities, with particular strength in finding performers who can work effectively in bilingual production environments.
- Logistics Support: From transportation to equipment rental, we handle all the details for a smooth shoot. Our logistical planning accounts for everything from customs clearance for imported equipment to coordinating multiple location moves within tight urban environments.
Additional Production Services
In addition to our core production support services, we offer specialized services to enhance your video. These supplementary offerings are designed to provide complete solutions for clients seeking comprehensive media production packages that extend beyond basic filming requirements.
- Post Production: Our team provides English and Mandarin editing, animation, motion graphics, and video localization. We maintain state-of-the-art editing facilities with the latest software and hardware, staffed by experienced editors who understand both Western and Asian aesthetic preferences and storytelling styles.
- Photography Services: We capture corporate, commercial, lifestyle, and behind-the-scenes photography to complement your production. Our photographers work collaboratively with video crews to ensure visual consistency across all media outputs while maximizing production efficiency.
- Equipment Rental & Aerial Filming: Access top brands like Canon, Sony, Arri, and licensed drone pilots for dynamic aerial shots. Our equipment inventory is regularly updated and maintained to professional standards, with backup systems in place to prevent production delays due to technical issues.
The Team Behind the Scenes
Our team brings a wealth of experience to every project. Matt Clarke, with his background in UK film production, has spent 16 years in China handling diverse roles. Clark Wang has built an extensive network and leveraged his language skills since 2006 for major global brands. Yann Ma, an award-winning documentary filmmaker with a Master’s in International Journalism, excels as a news fixer. Supporting our core leadership is a dedicated team of production managers, coordinators, and technical specialists who collectively represent hundreds of successful projects and countless hours of on-the-ground experience navigating China’s unique production landscape.
Locations & Contact Information
Our extensive network allows us to operate seamlessly across major hubs such as Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Chongqing, and Hong Kong. For inquiries or project discussions, please contact us at 8th Floor, Fude Plaza, 1688 Sichuan Bei Road, Hong Kou District, Shanghai 200080, [email protected]. We maintain regional offices and partner relationships in each major city, ensuring local presence and knowledge regardless of where your production takes place within China’s vast and varied geography.