FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Welcome to ORBIS Production’s FAQ — a practical guide for international brands, agencies and production partners producing film, video and photo content in Italy.
Here you’ll find clear, experience-based answers covering the full production journey — from creative development and pre-production to production, post-production and final delivery, shaped by 15+ years of hands-on production experience in Italy.
Here you’ll find clear, experience-based answers covering the full production journey — from creative development and pre-production to production, post-production and final delivery, shaped by 15+ years of hands-on production experience in Italy.
FAQ CONTENTS
Key information about ORBIS Production, our experience since 2009, how we operate as a full-service production partner, and what clients can expect when working with us in Italy.
Answers covering creative development, budgeting, scheduling, casting, art buying, planning and everything required to prepare a production efficiently and realistically.
Details about our approach to commercials, branded content, narrative and large-scale video productions, including workflows, crew structures and multi-location shoots.
Information on advertising, fashion, editorial and corporate photo productions, studio and location shoots, combined photo-video workflows and production logistics.
Questions related to live events, brand activations, corporate events and multi-camera coverage, including live capture, post-event content and delivery.
An overview of our full-service production support in Italy, including production management, logistics, permits, coordination and on-the-ground execution.
Everything about location scouting across Italy, filming permits, negotiations with authorities, technical scouts, access to private or restricted locations and compliance.
Answers covering casting and talent management services in Italy, including sourcing local and international talent, casting coordination, negotiations, contracts, scheduling and on-set talent management for film, video, photo and advertising productions.
Information about hiring experienced film, video and photo crews in Italy, including directors, DOPs, photographers, department heads and full production teams — selected to match each project’s scale, style and technical requirements.
Details on professional equipment rental in Italy, covering camera, lighting, grip and sound packages, technical support, on-set supervision and integration with local and international crews.
Post-Production & Delivery
Answers about editing, colour grading, sound design, post-production supervision, formats, versions and final asset delivery for different platforms.
Working in Italy
Practical guidance on producing in Italy, including regional differences, timelines, regulations, multi-location logistics and what to expect when shooting nationwide.
General
ORBIS Production is a full-service film, video and photo production company in Italy, working with international brands, agencies and production partners since 2009.
We operate across the entire country, from Milan, Rome and Venice to remote regions, managing complex productions with local expertise, international standards and full operational control. Our approach combines creative development, production management and on-the-ground execution, making Italy an efficient, reliable and creatively flexible shooting destination for global clients.
We operate across the entire country, from Milan, Rome and Venice to remote regions, managing complex productions with local expertise, international standards and full operational control. Our approach combines creative development, production management and on-the-ground execution, making Italy an efficient, reliable and creatively flexible shooting destination for global clients.
ORBIS Production is a leading, multi-award-winning full-service film, video and photo production company in Italy, providing end-to-end production support for international brands, agencies and production partners.
Founded as a production service company with a strong cinema background, ORBIS Production supports commercial video production in Italy, corporate film production, fashion films, branded content, documentaries, photo shoots and large-scale international productions.
We operate as a one-stop production partner, managing every phase of the production process — from creative development and pre-production planning to filming, post-production and final delivery.
With headquarters in Milan and an extensive production network across Italy, ORBIS Production enables clients to produce high-end visual content anywhere in Italy, with full local expertise, transparent budgeting and international production standards.
Founded as a production service company with a strong cinema background, ORBIS Production supports commercial video production in Italy, corporate film production, fashion films, branded content, documentaries, photo shoots and large-scale international productions.
We operate as a one-stop production partner, managing every phase of the production process — from creative development and pre-production planning to filming, post-production and final delivery.
With headquarters in Milan and an extensive production network across Italy, ORBIS Production enables clients to produce high-end visual content anywhere in Italy, with full local expertise, transparent budgeting and international production standards.
ORBIS Production was founded in 2009 and has over 15 years of experience in full-service photo and film production in Italy.
Since its foundation, the company has evolved from a local production service provider into an internationally trusted full-service production company, working with global brands, creative agencies and international production houses.
Our long-term presence in the Italian production market allows us to offer deep local knowledge, reliable crew networks, access to premium locations, and proven production workflows, making ORBIS Production a trusted partner for complex and time-sensitive productions.
Since its foundation, the company has evolved from a local production service provider into an internationally trusted full-service production company, working with global brands, creative agencies and international production houses.
Our long-term presence in the Italian production market allows us to offer deep local knowledge, reliable crew networks, access to premium locations, and proven production workflows, making ORBIS Production a trusted partner for complex and time-sensitive productions.
ORBIS Production provides full-service production company in Italy, supporting projects from creative development and pre-production through production, post-production and final delivery.
Our services include:
We operate as an Italian full-service production company, meaning clients can rely on ORBIS Production for planning, execution and delivery, without needing multiple vendors.
Our services include:
- Commercial video production (TV commercials, digital ads, branded films)
- Corporate video production (B2B films, employer branding, case studies)
- Fashion film and luxury production (beauty, lifestyle, automotive, high-end campaigns)
- Documentary and storytelling productions
- Photo production (advertising, fashion, lifestyle, corporate photography)
- Production services (location scouting, permits, logistics, crew, equipment)
- Post-production (editing, color grading, sound design, VFX)
- Live, hybrid and event production
- Aerial, drone and specialty cinematography
We operate as an Italian full-service production company, meaning clients can rely on ORBIS Production for planning, execution and delivery, without needing multiple vendors.
We combine hands-on local expertise with international production standards.
Our team manages complex logistics, permits and multi-location shoots across Italy while maintaining a streamlined, agency-friendly workflow for global clients.
Our team manages complex logistics, permits and multi-location shoots across Italy while maintaining a streamlined, agency-friendly workflow for global clients.
We operate as a full-service production company in Italy, covering:
- creative development
- pre-production
- film & photo production
- live & event production
- post-production and delivery
Working with ORBIS Production usually begins with an initial consultation to understand the project scope, creative goals, timeline and budget expectations.
Clients typically reach out for:
From the first contact, our producers assess creative requirements, production complexity, locations, crew needs and schedule, and provide strategic guidance on how to execute the project efficiently in Italy.
This early-stage collaboration ensures that budgets are realistic, timelines are achievable and creative ambitions are supported by solid production planning.
Clients typically reach out for:
- A production estimate in Italy
- A feasibility check
- Location or logistics advice
- Full production support for an upcoming shoot
From the first contact, our producers assess creative requirements, production complexity, locations, crew needs and schedule, and provide strategic guidance on how to execute the project efficiently in Italy.
This early-stage collaboration ensures that budgets are realistic, timelines are achievable and creative ambitions are supported by solid production planning.
Each project is led by a dedicated, English-speaking producer, supported by experienced local production managers and department heads. You always have a single, fully accountable point of contact throughout the production.
In addition, our team includes producers fluent in French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Mandarin, allowing us to work seamlessly with international clients, agencies and global teams.
In addition, our team includes producers fluent in French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Mandarin, allowing us to work seamlessly with international clients, agencies and global teams.
To prepare an accurate production estimate, ORBIS Production typically requires the following information:
Even if some details are still undefined, our team can provide preliminary budget ranges and production scenarios, helping clients refine their plans before moving into full pre-production.
- Type of production (commercial, corporate, fashion film, photo shoot, etc.)
- Shooting dates and estimated duration
- Target locations in Italy
- Crew and equipment expectations
- Deliverables (formats, duration, platforms)
- Post-production requirements
- Budget range (if available)
Even if some details are still undefined, our team can provide preliminary budget ranges and production scenarios, helping clients refine their plans before moving into full pre-production.
Yes. Feasibility consulting is a core part of our production services in Italy.
ORBIS Production regularly advises clients on:
This allows brands and agencies to make informed decisions before committing budgets, reducing risk and avoiding last-minute production issues.
ORBIS Production regularly advises clients on:
- Location feasibility
- Permit requirements
- Budget viability
- Scheduling constraints
- Crew availability
- Seasonal and logistical considerations
This allows brands and agencies to make informed decisions before committing budgets, reducing risk and avoiding last-minute production issues.
ORBIS Production works both directly with brands and through creative agencies, advertising agencies and international production companies.
Our flexible production model allows us to:
This adaptability makes ORBIS Production a preferred partner for international campaigns, multi-country productions and high-end commercial shoots in Italy.
Our flexible production model allows us to:
- Act as a local production partner for foreign production companies
- Serve as a full-service production company for brands
- Integrate seamlessly into agency-led creative structures
This adaptability makes ORBIS Production a preferred partner for international campaigns, multi-country productions and high-end commercial shoots in Italy.
Absolutely. ORBIS Production is structured to support external directors, DOPs, creative agencies and in-house brand teams.
We regularly collaborate with:
We regularly collaborate with:
- International directors
- Agency creative teams
- In-house brand marketing departments
- External post-production studios
Flexibility is essential in modern production, and ORBIS Production is built to adapt.
We are experienced in handling:
We are experienced in handling:
- Schedule changes
- Location updates
- Crew adjustments
- Scope expansions
- Budget re-allocations
Clear communication is a cornerstone of our production workflow.
Each project is assigned a dedicated producer or production manager, acting as a single point of contact throughout:
We provide regular updates, clear documentation, and transparent approvals, ensuring that international clients always have full visibility and control, regardless of time zone or project scale.
Each project is assigned a dedicated producer or production manager, acting as a single point of contact throughout:
- Pre-production
- Production
- Post-production
We provide regular updates, clear documentation, and transparent approvals, ensuring that international clients always have full visibility and control, regardless of time zone or project scale.
Yes. ORBIS Production has extensive experience managing time-sensitive productions with fixed deadlines, including:
Our production planning prioritizes risk management, contingency planning and precise scheduling, ensuring on-time delivery without compromising quality.
- Product launches
- Event-based shoots
- Campaign releases
- Broadcast schedules
Our production planning prioritizes risk management, contingency planning and precise scheduling, ensuring on-time delivery without compromising quality.
All production changes are handled through a structured approval and revision process.
This includes:
This approach ensures that creative flexibility is preserved while maintaining production efficiency and financial clarity.
This includes:
- Clear documentation of changes
- Budget and timeline impact assessments
- Client approval before execution
- Transparent cost control
This approach ensures that creative flexibility is preserved while maintaining production efficiency and financial clarity.
ORBIS Production is experienced in managing complex productions with multiple deliverables, formats and usage requirements, which is standard for modern commercial, corporate and branded content productions.
We regularly deliver:
From the early planning stage, we structure productions in Italy to ensure that all deliverables are efficiently captured on set, reducing additional shooting days and post-production costs while maximising content output.
We regularly deliver:
- Multiple video cuts (TV, digital, social, DOOH)
- Vertical, square and horizontal formats
- Regional and international versions
- Photo and video assets from the same shoot
- Platform-specific content for web, social media and paid advertising
From the early planning stage, we structure productions in Italy to ensure that all deliverables are efficiently captured on set, reducing additional shooting days and post-production costs while maximising content output.
ORBIS Production’s producers are fully present and actively involved throughout the shooting days.
Our producers manage:
This hands-on production management ensures that shooting days run smoothly, stay on schedule and remain aligned with creative and budget expectations, which is critical for high-end film and photo productions in Italy.
Our producers manage:
- On-set coordination
- Schedule and time management
- Crew and department alignment
- Client and agency communication
- Immediate problem-solving and decision-making
This hands-on production management ensures that shooting days run smoothly, stay on schedule and remain aligned with creative and budget expectations, which is critical for high-end film and photo productions in Italy.
ORBIS Production does not rely on a rigid supplier structure. Instead, we adapt suppliers, crew and equipment per project, based on creative, technical and budget requirements.
We work with:
This flexible approach allows us to custom-build production teams that best serve each project, ensuring quality, efficiency and cost optimisation for every production.
We work with:
- A wide network of trusted Italian crew
- Multiple equipment rental houses
- Location-specific suppliers across Italy
This flexible approach allows us to custom-build production teams that best serve each project, ensuring quality, efficiency and cost optimisation for every production.
Yes. Supporting international clients producing in Italy for the first time is one of ORBIS Production’s core strengths.
We guide clients through:
We guide clients through:
- Italian production workflows
- Permits and regulations
- Local labour practices
- Scheduling and logistics
- Budget structuring and cost expectations
Cost transparency is a fundamental part of ORBIS Production’s production model.
We ensure transparency through:
We ensure transparency through:
- Detailed line-by-line budgets
- Clear cost approvals before execution
- Ongoing budget tracking during production
- Transparent change orders for any revisions
Yes. ORBIS Production regularly supports long-term, recurring and multi-project production partnerships.
This includes:
Long-term collaborations allow us to optimise workflows, reduce setup costs and ensure consistent creative and production quality across all projects.
This includes:
- Ongoing content production for brands
- Multi-campaign collaborations
- Seasonal or annual production frameworks
- Retainer-based production services
Long-term collaborations allow us to optimise workflows, reduce setup costs and ensure consistent creative and production quality across all projects.
Clients working with ORBIS Production can expect a professional, transparent and solution-oriented production experience.
This includes:
Our goal is to act not just as a supplier, but as a trusted production partner, supporting creative ambition while protecting budgets, timelines and production quality.
This includes:
- Clear communication at every stage
- Strong production leadership
- Proactive problem-solving
- Reliable scheduling and delivery
- International production standards
- Deep local expertise in Italy
Our goal is to act not just as a supplier, but as a trusted production partner, supporting creative ambition while protecting budgets, timelines and production quality.
The cost of film production in Italy depends on the scale, creative ambition, and logistical complexity of the project. Budgets typically vary based on the number of shooting days, locations, cast and crew requirements, equipment level, and post-production scope.
For smaller film productions such as short films or branded narrative projects, budgets usually start from €25,000–€60,000.
Mid-scale film productions, involving multiple locations, professional cast, and extended crews, generally range between €60,000–€200,000. High-end film productions with complex logistics, premium equipment, set construction, or multi-day shoots can reach €200,000–€500,000+.
Italy offers strong production infrastructure and experienced crews, which allows productions to achieve high production value while maintaining efficient budgets when planned correctly.
For smaller film productions such as short films or branded narrative projects, budgets usually start from €25,000–€60,000.
Mid-scale film productions, involving multiple locations, professional cast, and extended crews, generally range between €60,000–€200,000. High-end film productions with complex logistics, premium equipment, set construction, or multi-day shoots can reach €200,000–€500,000+.
Italy offers strong production infrastructure and experienced crews, which allows productions to achieve high production value while maintaining efficient budgets when planned correctly.
Photo production costs in Italy depend on the nature of the shoot, such as advertising campaigns, fashion editorials, e-commerce photography, lifestyle content, or corporate photography. Key factors include the photographer’s level, shoot duration, locations or studio requirements, styling and talent, and post-production needs.
Smaller photo shoots or e-commerce productions generally start from €10,000–€60,000. Advertising and fashion campaigns typically range between €60,000–€200,000, while high-end fashion or luxury photo productions involving multi-day shoots, premium locations, and extensive post-production can reach €200,000–€500,000+.
Italy’s strong creative ecosystem and access to world-class photographers, stylists, and locations allow brands to achieve premium visual results with a structured and reliable production process.
Smaller photo shoots or e-commerce productions generally start from €10,000–€60,000. Advertising and fashion campaigns typically range between €60,000–€200,000, while high-end fashion or luxury photo productions involving multi-day shoots, premium locations, and extensive post-production can reach €200,000–€500,000+.
Italy’s strong creative ecosystem and access to world-class photographers, stylists, and locations allow brands to achieve premium visual results with a structured and reliable production process.
We operate nationwide across Italy, covering all major regions from the north to the south, including mainland Italy and the islands. Our core teams are based in Milan, Rome and Venice, which allows us to efficiently manage both commercial and film productions across the country.
Thanks to our established network of local crews, suppliers, and film commissions, we regularly produce projects throughout Italy, including urban centres, coastal areas, alpine regions, lakes, historical locations, and remote natural landscapes. This nationwide coverage enables us to scale productions efficiently while maintaining consistent production standards, whether the shoot is concentrated in a single city or spans multiple regions.
Thanks to our established network of local crews, suppliers, and film commissions, we regularly produce projects throughout Italy, including urban centres, coastal areas, alpine regions, lakes, historical locations, and remote natural landscapes. This nationwide coverage enables us to scale productions efficiently while maintaining consistent production standards, whether the shoot is concentrated in a single city or spans multiple regions.
Production timelines in Italy depend on the complexity of the project, the number of locations involved, and the level of permits and logistics required. For straightforward productions with limited locations and minimal permitting, it is often possible to move from brief to shoot within one to two weeks, provided that schedules align and creative decisions are made quickly.
Standard commercial, video, or photo productions typically require two to four weeks to allow for proper pre-production, including location scouting, permits, crew bookings, casting, and technical planning. More complex productions involving multiple locations, heritage sites, international talent, or specialised equipment may require four to eight weeks or more to ensure a smooth and fully compliant production process.
Our role is to assess timelines realistically from the outset and structure the production in a way that balances creative ambition, budget efficiency, and operational reliability.
Standard commercial, video, or photo productions typically require two to four weeks to allow for proper pre-production, including location scouting, permits, crew bookings, casting, and technical planning. More complex productions involving multiple locations, heritage sites, international talent, or specialised equipment may require four to eight weeks or more to ensure a smooth and fully compliant production process.
Our role is to assess timelines realistically from the outset and structure the production in a way that balances creative ambition, budget efficiency, and operational reliability.
Pre-Production
Pre-production is where creative ambition meets reality — budgets, schedules, locations, permits, logistics, equipment rental and people.
As a full-service production company in Italy, ORBIS Production leads pre-production for film, video and photo projects from the earliest stage. We structure creative development, budgeting, scheduling, casting and production planning into a single, coherent production framework. International briefs are translated into executable strategies aligned with Italian regulations, regional workflows and realistic timelines — ensuring every project moves into production with clarity, control and operational confidence.
As a full-service production company in Italy, ORBIS Production leads pre-production for film, video and photo projects from the earliest stage. We structure creative development, budgeting, scheduling, casting and production planning into a single, coherent production framework. International briefs are translated into executable strategies aligned with Italian regulations, regional workflows and realistic timelines — ensuring every project moves into production with clarity, control and operational confidence.
Pre-production with ORBIS Production covers the full planning phase required for film production, video production, and photo production in Italy.
As an Italian full-service production company, we manage all strategic, creative and logistical preparation before filming begins. This includes budgeting, scheduling, location planning, crew coordination, permits, technical planning and feasibility analysis.
Strong pre-production is the foundation of professional production services in Italy, ensuring that shooting days are efficient, controlled and fully aligned with creative and commercial goals.
As an Italian full-service production company, we manage all strategic, creative and logistical preparation before filming begins. This includes budgeting, scheduling, location planning, crew coordination, permits, technical planning and feasibility analysis.
Strong pre-production is the foundation of professional production services in Italy, ensuring that shooting days are efficient, controlled and fully aligned with creative and commercial goals.
ORBIS Production supports creative development as part of its production services in Italy, working closely with agencies, brands and directors.
As an experienced production company, we help translate creative concepts into realistic production plans for commercial film production, branded video production and high-end photo production.
Our role is to protect the creative vision while ensuring that ideas are executable within the realities of Italian production workflows.
As an experienced production company, we help translate creative concepts into realistic production plans for commercial film production, branded video production and high-end photo production.
Our role is to protect the creative vision while ensuring that ideas are executable within the realities of Italian production workflows.
Absolutely. Budgeting is a central part of the pre-production process.
We prepare detailed, transparent budgets that reflect real production conditions, allowing clients to understand how resources are allocated and where flexibility exists. When needed, we also propose alternative scenarios to help balance creative ambition with financial efficiency.
Clear budgeting at this stage prevents surprises later and builds trust throughout the project.
We prepare detailed, transparent budgets that reflect real production conditions, allowing clients to understand how resources are allocated and where flexibility exists. When needed, we also propose alternative scenarios to help balance creative ambition with financial efficiency.
Clear budgeting at this stage prevents surprises later and builds trust throughout the project.
The timing depends on the complexity of the project, but earlier planning always leads to better results.
Starting pre-production well in advance allows time for location access, permits, crew availability and technical coordination. It also gives room to anticipate challenges rather than react to them under pressure.
In practice, early preparation significantly improves both production quality and overall experience.
Starting pre-production well in advance allows time for location access, permits, crew availability and technical coordination. It also gives room to anticipate challenges rather than react to them under pressure.
In practice, early preparation significantly improves both production quality and overall experience.
Yes. ORBIS Production fully manages production scheduling and timeline planning during pre-production.
We create:
This structured planning ensures that production in Italy runs efficiently, stays on schedule and meets fixed deadlines.
We create:
- Master production schedules
- Shooting day breakdowns
- Pre-production timelines
- Contingency buffers
This structured planning ensures that production in Italy runs efficiently, stays on schedule and meets fixed deadlines.
ORBIS Production supports casting and talent coordination in Italy, working with trusted Italian and international casting directors.
We assist with:
This ensures that casting decisions are aligned with creative goals, scheduling and budget requirements.
We assist with:
- Casting briefs
- Talent availability
- Casting logistics
- Contract coordination
This ensures that casting decisions are aligned with creative goals, scheduling and budget requirements.
Location planning is a critical part of ORBIS Production’s pre-production services in Italy.
We handle:
Italy offers diverse filming locations, and our expertise ensures locations support both creative vision and production efficiency.
We handle:
- Feasibility assessments
- Access and logistics planning
- Permit requirements
- Backup locations
Italy offers diverse filming locations, and our expertise ensures locations support both creative vision and production efficiency.
Yes. ORBIS Production often begins pre-production before final locations are locked.
We work with:
This approach allows productions to move forward without delays, while maintaining flexibility until final approvals are secured.
We work with:
- Shortlisted locations
- Temporary schedules
- Budget scenarios based on multiple options
This approach allows productions to move forward without delays, while maintaining flexibility until final approvals are secured.
Crew planning is fully integrated into ORBIS Production’s pre-production workflow.
We manage:
This ensures that the right crew is secured early, avoiding last-minute compromises.
We manage:
- Department head selection
- Crew availability checks
- Crew scaling based on budget
- Local and international crew coordination
This ensures that the right crew is secured early, avoiding last-minute compromises.
Supporting international clients is one of ORBIS Production’s core strengths.
During pre-production, we guide clients through:
This makes ORBIS Production a trusted local partner for international film and commercial productions in Italy.
During pre-production, we guide clients through:
- Italian production regulations
- Local working practices
- Cultural and logistical considerations
- Location-specific requirements
This makes ORBIS Production a trusted local partner for international film and commercial productions in Italy.
Yes. ORBIS Production handles permit applications and official approvals as part of pre-production.
We manage:
This ensures that productions are fully compliant and legally secure before shooting begins.
We manage:
- City and regional permits
- Location permissions
- Public and private authority coordination
- Compliance with local regulations
This ensures that productions are fully compliant and legally secure before shooting begins.
Feasibility and risk assessment are essential elements of our pre-production approach.
We evaluate:
This proactive risk assessment helps prevent costly disruptions during production.
We evaluate:
- Budget feasibility
- Scheduling risks
- Location constraints
- Weather and seasonal impact
- Technical challenges
This proactive risk assessment helps prevent costly disruptions during production.
Yes. ORBIS Production is highly experienced in multi-location pre-production planning across Italy.
We coordinate:
This allows complex productions to run smoothly across multiple Italian regions.
We coordinate:
- Logistics between regions
- Travel and accommodation
- Location sequencing
- Crew and equipment movement
This allows complex productions to run smoothly across multiple Italian regions.
ORBIS Production works seamlessly with advertising agencies, external producers and international production teams.
We integrate into existing workflows, ensuring:
Our role is to strengthen the production process, not disrupt existing creative structures.
We integrate into existing workflows, ensuring:
- Clear communication
- Defined responsibilities
- Smooth collaboration
Our role is to strengthen the production process, not disrupt existing creative structures.
Yes. ORBIS Production prepares all standard production documentation during pre-production.
This includes:
Accurate documentation is essential for efficient, professional film production in Italy.
This includes:
- Call sheets
- Shooting schedules
- Crew lists
- Location briefs
- Production notes
Accurate documentation is essential for efficient, professional film production in Italy.
Absolutely. ORBIS Production regularly plans combined photo and video productions during pre-production.
We optimise:
This approach maximises content output while reducing production time and cost.
We optimise:
- Shooting schedules
- Crew overlap
- Equipment usage
- Deliverable planning
This approach maximises content output while reducing production time and cost.
Technical planning is handled in close collaboration with directors, DOPs and technical department heads.
We plan:
This ensures that technical execution fully supports creative intent.
We plan:
- Camera systems
- Lighting requirements
- Sound and grip needs
- Special equipment (drones, cranes, specialty rigs)
This ensures that technical execution fully supports creative intent.
Strong pre-production directly impacts production efficiency, creative quality and cost control.
Well-planned pre-production reduces:
ORBIS Production treats pre-production as the foundation of every successful production.
Well-planned pre-production reduces:
- On-set delays
- Budget overruns
- Creative compromises
ORBIS Production treats pre-production as the foundation of every successful production.
Yes. Pre-production at ORBIS Production is managed by senior, experienced producers with extensive international production experience.
This ensures confident decision-making, proactive problem-solving and high production standards from day one.
This ensures confident decision-making, proactive problem-solving and high production standards from day one.
Yes. ORBIS Production regularly manages pre-production remotely for international clients.
We use:
This allows clients to produce in Italy without being physically present until shooting begins.
We use:
- Video calls
- Shared documentation
- Digital approvals
- Cloud-based workflows
This allows clients to produce in Italy without being physically present until shooting begins.
ORBIS Production acts as a reliable production extension for agencies.
We support agencies with:
This enables agencies to focus on creativity while we handle production complexity.
We support agencies with:
- Local production expertise
- Budget validation
- Logistics and permits
- Execution planning
This enables agencies to focus on creativity while we handle production complexity.
Yes. ORBIS Production integrates early post-production planning into pre-production.
We align on:
Early planning ensures faster turnaround and smoother post-production.
We align on:
- Editing workflows
- Delivery formats
- Timelines
- Post-production budgets
Early planning ensures faster turnaround and smoother post-production.
Approvals during pre-production are managed through clear, structured workflows.
We define:
This prevents delays and ensures efficient progression into production.
We define:
- Approval stages
- Decision-makers
- Timelines
- Documentation
This prevents delays and ensures efficient progression into production.
Yes. ORBIS Production provides expert advice on seasonality and weather during pre-production.
We guide clients on:
This is essential for outdoor filming and location-based productions in Italy.
We guide clients on:
- Best shooting seasons
- Regional climate differences
- Weather-related risks
- Backup planning
This is essential for outdoor filming and location-based productions in Italy.
Legal and compliance planning is addressed early in the pre-production phase to ensure the project is fully aligned with local regulations.
We advise on contractual structures, insurance requirements, labour regulations, location-specific rules and public authority constraints. This is especially important for international teams unfamiliar with how production operates locally.
Addressing compliance early protects both the production and the client, avoiding delays or complications once filming is underway.
We advise on contractual structures, insurance requirements, labour regulations, location-specific rules and public authority constraints. This is especially important for international teams unfamiliar with how production operates locally.
Addressing compliance early protects both the production and the client, avoiding delays or complications once filming is underway.
Risk management is built into our pre-production workflow.
We identify potential risks related to scheduling, locations, permits, logistics, weather, technical complexity and budget exposure. Once identified, we propose mitigation strategies and alternative scenarios so that decisions are made proactively rather than under pressure.
This approach allows production in Italy to remain predictable and controlled, even on complex or time-sensitive projects.
We identify potential risks related to scheduling, locations, permits, logistics, weather, technical complexity and budget exposure. Once identified, we propose mitigation strategies and alternative scenarios so that decisions are made proactively rather than under pressure.
This approach allows production in Italy to remain predictable and controlled, even on complex or time-sensitive projects.
Yes. Travel and accommodation planning is often integrated into pre-production, particularly for international crews or multi-location shoots.
We coordinate logistics such as crew travel, local transportation, accommodation proximity to locations and overall movement efficiency. Proper planning in this area reduces downtime, fatigue and unexpected costs during production.
We coordinate logistics such as crew travel, local transportation, accommodation proximity to locations and overall movement efficiency. Proper planning in this area reduces downtime, fatigue and unexpected costs during production.
Yes. Pre-production can fully support projects that combine filmed content with live or hybrid elements.
This includes aligning technical requirements, schedules, crew responsibilities and contingency planning for both formats. Careful coordination ensures that live components and filmed material work seamlessly together rather than competing for resources.
This includes aligning technical requirements, schedules, crew responsibilities and contingency planning for both formats. Careful coordination ensures that live components and filmed material work seamlessly together rather than competing for resources.
Pre-production begins with a deep understanding of the creative treatment.
We analyse how the creative vision translates into locations, schedules, crew size, technical approach and overall production scope. Where needed, we advise on adjustments that strengthen the idea while keeping execution realistic.
This alignment ensures that what is approved creatively can be delivered confidently during production.
We analyse how the creative vision translates into locations, schedules, crew size, technical approach and overall production scope. Where needed, we advise on adjustments that strengthen the idea while keeping execution realistic.
This alignment ensures that what is approved creatively can be delivered confidently during production.
A full-service approach creates clarity and continuity from planning through delivery.
Instead of fragmented decision-making, all departments are aligned under one production structure. This reduces miscommunication, improves efficiency and ensures that creative, technical and logistical decisions support one another.
For international projects in particular, this approach simplifies production and reduces risk.
Instead of fragmented decision-making, all departments are aligned under one production structure. This reduces miscommunication, improves efficiency and ensures that creative, technical and logistical decisions support one another.
For international projects in particular, this approach simplifies production and reduces risk.
Location scouting in Italy usually starts with creative references, script requirements or visual direction.
From there, we propose location types, regions or specific environments that match the brief. Initial recommendations are refined through feasibility checks, logistics analysis and budget considerations before moving into detailed scouting.
This staged approach avoids unnecessary scouting while keeping options open early on.
From there, we propose location types, regions or specific environments that match the brief. Initial recommendations are refined through feasibility checks, logistics analysis and budget considerations before moving into detailed scouting.
This staged approach avoids unnecessary scouting while keeping options open early on.
Yes. Location scouting is a fundamental part of pre-production.
Locations influence scheduling, crew size, permits, logistics and technical setups. Treating location planning as an early priority allows production decisions to be made with full awareness of their impact.
Locations influence scheduling, crew size, permits, logistics and technical setups. Treating location planning as an early priority allows production decisions to be made with full awareness of their impact.
Absolutely. Early advisory support is often provided before physical scouting starts.
Based on the brief, we suggest suitable regions, location types and realistic alternatives, helping clients shape expectations before committing time and budget to full scouting.
This guidance is particularly valuable for teams unfamiliar with Italy’s geography or filming regulations.
Based on the brief, we suggest suitable regions, location types and realistic alternatives, helping clients shape expectations before committing time and budget to full scouting.
This guidance is particularly valuable for teams unfamiliar with Italy’s geography or filming regulations.
Yes. Every proposed location is assessed for feasibility before being confirmed.
This includes access, permissions, logistical constraints, technical limitations, weather exposure and budget impact. Feasibility checks ensure that creative decisions are supported by practical execution.
This includes access, permissions, logistical constraints, technical limitations, weather exposure and budget impact. Feasibility checks ensure that creative decisions are supported by practical execution.
In most cases, yes. Final location decisions are made during pre-production once feasibility, permits and scheduling are confirmed.
Locking locations early allows the rest of the production plan to stabilise and reduces uncertainty during filming. When needed, backup options are also identified to protect the schedule.
Locking locations early allows the rest of the production plan to stabilise and reduces uncertainty during filming. When needed, backup options are also identified to protect the schedule.
Location research often starts earlier than people expect.
Over the years, ORBIS Production has built an extensive internal reference library of locations across Italy, based on real productions rather than theoretical databases. It includes a wide range of environments, urban settings, historical architecture, private properties, landscapes, coastal areas and remote regions, each with practical production context.
Because of this, we are often able to share an initial selection of location ideas and a visual reference moodboard shortly after the first conversation. This early material helps creative teams visualise options, discuss direction internally and make faster, more informed decisions before formal scouting begins.
Providing this kind of early guidance allows projects to move forward with clarity, while keeping the process flexible as ideas evolve.
Over the years, ORBIS Production has built an extensive internal reference library of locations across Italy, based on real productions rather than theoretical databases. It includes a wide range of environments, urban settings, historical architecture, private properties, landscapes, coastal areas and remote regions, each with practical production context.
Because of this, we are often able to share an initial selection of location ideas and a visual reference moodboard shortly after the first conversation. This early material helps creative teams visualise options, discuss direction internally and make faster, more informed decisions before formal scouting begins.
Providing this kind of early guidance allows projects to move forward with clarity, while keeping the process flexible as ideas evolve.
Production costs depend on the scope, format, locations, crew size and technical requirements. Rather than offering fixed price lists, we work with custom-built budgets tailored to each project’s creative and logistical needs. This ensures transparency, control and flexibility at every stage of production.
Key factors include:
- number of shooting days
- locations and permits
- crew size and seniority
- equipment and specialty gear
- talent, casting and usage rights
- post-production complexity
Yes. We regularly work with fixed or capped budgets, especially with international agencies and brands. We adapt scope, crew structure and production design to maximise value without compromising quality.
Video and film production budgets typically start from €25'000 depending on the scope and requirements of the project.
Final costs vary based on several key factors, including:
Each project is quoted individually to ensure the budget accurately reflects creative ambition, production scale and logistical needs. After reviewing a brief, we provide a clear, itemised estimate outlining all cost components.
Final costs vary based on several key factors, including:
- number of shooting days
- locations and filming permits
- crew size and seniority
- equipment and technical setup
- talent, casting and usage rights
- post-production complexity and deliverables
Each project is quoted individually to ensure the budget accurately reflects creative ambition, production scale and logistical needs. After reviewing a brief, we provide a clear, itemised estimate outlining all cost components.
In most cases, we deliver a clear, line-by-line estimate within 24–72 hours, depending on project complexity and location requirements.
Permit timelines in Italy depend primarily on the type of location and the authorities involved. For private locations, permits are often the fastest, typically taking from a few days to one week, depending on ownership structure and availability.
Public locations such as streets, squares, or municipal spaces usually require coordination with local authorities and police departments. These permits commonly take between one and three weeks, depending on the city, the scale of the shoot, and whether traffic control or public access restrictions are involved.
Heritage locations, including historical landmarks, museums, or protected sites, require additional approvals and more detailed documentation. In these cases, timelines can range from three to six weeks or longer, particularly for high-profile or sensitive locations. Our role during pre-production is to assess permit feasibility early and align creative plans with realistic approval timelines.
Public locations such as streets, squares, or municipal spaces usually require coordination with local authorities and police departments. These permits commonly take between one and three weeks, depending on the city, the scale of the shoot, and whether traffic control or public access restrictions are involved.
Heritage locations, including historical landmarks, museums, or protected sites, require additional approvals and more detailed documentation. In these cases, timelines can range from three to six weeks or longer, particularly for high-profile or sensitive locations. Our role during pre-production is to assess permit feasibility early and align creative plans with realistic approval timelines.
Weather is an important factor in Italian productions, especially for outdoor shoots. During pre-production, we always assess seasonal patterns and location-specific weather risks, taking them into account when structuring the schedule and shoot plan.
Where weather sensitivity is critical, we develop clear contingency strategies, which may include backup shoot days, alternative locations, flexible call sheets, or interior options that can be activated if conditions change. For multi-day shoots, schedules are often built with weather buffers to reduce risk and protect key scenes.
Our approach is to anticipate potential disruptions in advance rather than react on set, ensuring continuity, cost control, and minimal impact on creative outcomes.
Where weather sensitivity is critical, we develop clear contingency strategies, which may include backup shoot days, alternative locations, flexible call sheets, or interior options that can be activated if conditions change. For multi-day shoots, schedules are often built with weather buffers to reduce risk and protect key scenes.
Our approach is to anticipate potential disruptions in advance rather than react on set, ensuring continuity, cost control, and minimal impact on creative outcomes.
Budget lock is achieved once the creative scope, schedule, and production parameters are clearly defined and approved. This typically follows confirmation of shoot dates, locations, crew structure, equipment level, casting requirements, and post-production deliverables.
We provide a detailed, transparent line-item budget that allows clients to review and approve costs with full clarity. Once approved, the budget is considered locked based on the agreed assumptions. Any changes to scope, timing, or creative requirements after this stage are reviewed separately and assessed for cost impact before being implemented.
This structured approval process helps avoid surprises, protects the agreed budget, and ensures alignment between creative expectations and production execution.
We provide a detailed, transparent line-item budget that allows clients to review and approve costs with full clarity. Once approved, the budget is considered locked based on the agreed assumptions. Any changes to scope, timing, or creative requirements after this stage are reviewed separately and assessed for cost impact before being implemented.
This structured approval process helps avoid surprises, protects the agreed budget, and ensures alignment between creative expectations and production execution.
Video & Film Production
Film and video production in Italy requires more than cameras and crews — it demands coordination, experience and local intelligence.
ORBIS Production delivers high-end film and video production services in Italy for international brands and agencies, covering commercials, corporate films, fashion films, branded content and documentaries. We manage projects end-to-end: from pre-production and multi-location shoots to post-production and delivery, ensuring consistency, efficiency and production standards expected by global clients working in Italy.
ORBIS Production delivers high-end film and video production services in Italy for international brands and agencies, covering commercials, corporate films, fashion films, branded content and documentaries. We manage projects end-to-end: from pre-production and multi-location shoots to post-production and delivery, ensuring consistency, efficiency and production standards expected by global clients working in Italy.
Yes. ORBIS Production operates as an Italian full-service production partner, capable of managing projects from initial planning through filming and final delivery.
This includes pre-production, on-set production, post-production and all supporting services in between. Clients often rely on us as a single point of coordination, especially when producing in Italy with international teams or tight schedules.
Having one production structure responsible for the entire process ensures continuity, accountability and consistent quality throughout the project.
This includes pre-production, on-set production, post-production and all supporting services in between. Clients often rely on us as a single point of coordination, especially when producing in Italy with international teams or tight schedules.
Having one production structure responsible for the entire process ensures continuity, accountability and consistent quality throughout the project.
Crew selection is always tailored to the specific needs of each project.
We work with a wide network of experienced local professionals across Italy, while also supporting international crew members when required. Teams are assembled based on creative requirements, technical complexity and production scale rather than a fixed roster.
This flexible approach allows us to maintain high standards while adapting to very different types of productions.
We work with a wide network of experienced local professionals across Italy, while also supporting international crew members when required. Teams are assembled based on creative requirements, technical complexity and production scale rather than a fixed roster.
This flexible approach allows us to maintain high standards while adapting to very different types of productions.
Equipment sourcing is handled both in-house and through trusted partners, depending on the needs of the project.
ORBIS Production operates its own equipment rental house in Italy, with warehouses based in Milan and Rome, which allows us to support productions efficiently across the country. Having equipment locally available gives us flexibility, faster response times and greater control over technical consistency.
For projects filming outside these hubs, equipment is delivered and supported nationwide, ensuring that crews have access to the required tools regardless of location. When productions require specialised or highly specific gear, we integrate additional rental partners as needed while keeping technical coordination under one production structure.
This approach allows equipment planning to remain practical, reliable and fully aligned with the creative and technical requirements of each shoot.
ORBIS Production operates its own equipment rental house in Italy, with warehouses based in Milan and Rome, which allows us to support productions efficiently across the country. Having equipment locally available gives us flexibility, faster response times and greater control over technical consistency.
For projects filming outside these hubs, equipment is delivered and supported nationwide, ensuring that crews have access to the required tools regardless of location. When productions require specialised or highly specific gear, we integrate additional rental partners as needed while keeping technical coordination under one production structure.
This approach allows equipment planning to remain practical, reliable and fully aligned with the creative and technical requirements of each shoot.
We regularly support commercial productions across a wide range of sectors, including brand campaigns, advertising films and digital commercials.
Each project is approached individually, with attention to creative intent, production value and delivery requirements. Whether the focus is broadcast, online or multi-platform distribution, production planning is adapted accordingly.
Each project is approached individually, with attention to creative intent, production value and delivery requirements. Whether the focus is broadcast, online or multi-platform distribution, production planning is adapted accordingly.
Corporate productions in Italy are handled with the same production discipline as commercial work, but with a different strategic focus.
We support projects such as corporate films, employer branding, internal communications, interviews and case studies. The emphasis is on clarity, authenticity and efficient execution, often within tight timelines and live business environments.
We support projects such as corporate films, employer branding, internal communications, interviews and case studies. The emphasis is on clarity, authenticity and efficient execution, often within tight timelines and live business environments.
Fashion and luxury projects require a strong sensitivity to visual language, pacing and detail.
Our experience in fashion film production in Italy includes close collaboration with fashion brands, creative agencies and directors on campaigns and films that demand a refined aesthetic and precise execution. These productions often involve premium locations, complex logistics and a high level of creative control.
Our role is to provide a production framework that supports the creative vision, allowing the focus to remain on imagery, movement and storytelling while we manage structure, coordination and delivery seamlessly.
Our experience in fashion film production in Italy includes close collaboration with fashion brands, creative agencies and directors on campaigns and films that demand a refined aesthetic and precise execution. These productions often involve premium locations, complex logistics and a high level of creative control.
Our role is to provide a production framework that supports the creative vision, allowing the focus to remain on imagery, movement and storytelling while we manage structure, coordination and delivery seamlessly.
Yes. We create branded content production in Italy, including brand films, campaign storytelling, digital series, interviews, lifestyle content and social-first video.
These projects often sit between commercial and editorial formats, requiring careful balance between storytelling and brand messaging. Production planning focuses on flexibility, multiple deliverables and platform-specific outputs.
These projects often sit between commercial and editorial formats, requiring careful balance between storytelling and brand messaging. Production planning focuses on flexibility, multiple deliverables and platform-specific outputs.
Yes. ORBIS Production supports documentary production in Italy, including short documentaries, branded documentaries, factual content and documentary-style corporate films. Documentary production often requires real-world planning, sensitive logistics and flexible crews — we provide research support, scheduling, location scouting, permits (where required), interviews, multi-day shoot planning, and post-production editing workflows.
If you need a partner for documentary filmmaking in Italy, we manage the full process while protecting narrative clarity and production value.
If you need a partner for documentary filmmaking in Italy, we manage the full process while protecting narrative clarity and production value.
Music video production is approached as a creative collaboration.
We support directors and artists with production planning, locations, crew and technical execution while maintaining flexibility for creative exploration. These projects often require fast turnaround and strong visual identity.
We support directors and artists with production planning, locations, crew and technical execution while maintaining flexibility for creative exploration. These projects often require fast turnaround and strong visual identity.
Yes. We offer medical video production in Italy and healthcare video production in Italy, producing surgical videos, medical procedures, corporate healthcare films, training content and patient communication videos. This includes interviews, institutional films, medical procedures and educational content. Planning focuses on safety, compliance and minimal disruption to operational spaces.
Our team manages hospital permissions, compliance, safety protocols and specialised filming requirements, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and professional execution.
Our team manages hospital permissions, compliance, safety protocols and specialised filming requirements, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality and professional execution.
Yes. ORBIS Production delivers case study video production in Italy and testimonial video production in Italy for corporate, B2B and technology clients.
We manage interviews, storytelling structure, filming logistics, lighting, sound and post-production to ensure clear messaging and strong credibility. Production is structured to capture authentic content while respecting the schedules and environments of participants.
We manage interviews, storytelling structure, filming logistics, lighting, sound and post-production to ensure clear messaging and strong credibility. Production is structured to capture authentic content while respecting the schedules and environments of participants.
Real estate productions in Italy require careful coordination between locations, lighting conditions and access timing.
We support residential, commercial and mixed-use property projects, often combining video and photography within a single shoot to maximise efficiency.
We support residential, commercial and mixed-use property projects, often combining video and photography within a single shoot to maximise efficiency.
Yes. ORBIS Production offers hospitality video production in Italy and travel video production in Italy for hotels, resorts, destinations and tourism brands.
We manage location scouting, permits, aerial filming, lifestyle storytelling and post-production, creating cinematic travel content that reflects brand identity and destination appeal.
We manage location scouting, permits, aerial filming, lifestyle storytelling and post-production, creating cinematic travel content that reflects brand identity and destination appeal.
Automotive productions often involve complex logistics, moving vehicles and technical safety considerations.
We support automotive commercial production in Italy, with careful planning, experienced crews and location coordination to ensure both creative control and operational safety.
We support automotive commercial production in Italy, with careful planning, experienced crews and location coordination to ensure both creative control and operational safety.
Yes. ORBIS Production delivers sports film production in Italy, producing cinematic sports films for brands, clubs, federations and agencies. We support brand campaigns, athlete content and sports-related films with crews experienced in fast-paced environments and variable conditions.
Yes. Athlete profiles are approached as narrative-driven projects.
Production planning focuses on access, scheduling and authenticity, often combining training, competition and interview elements into a cohesive story.
Production planning focuses on access, scheduling and authenticity, often combining training, competition and interview elements into a cohesive story.
Yes. We regularly coordinate multi-location sports productions in Italy.
This includes managing travel, crew rotation, equipment movement and scheduling to ensure continuity across different regions.
This includes managing travel, crew rotation, equipment movement and scheduling to ensure continuity across different regions.
Yes. ORBIS Production delivers yachting and maritime video production in Italy, producing cinematic content for luxury yachts, superyachts, charter companies and marine brands, both on water and docked. We support yacht and marine filming with experienced crews, technical coordination and careful attention to permits, safety and weather conditions.
Yes. We specialise in luxury yacht video production in Italy, including superyacht films, onboard lifestyle videos and charter promotion content, coordinated with marine authorities and safety protocols.
Yes. Permits, marine coordination and logistical planning are handled as part of the production process to ensure compliant and safe execution.
Podcast video production in Italy is planned around clarity, consistency and technical reliability.
We support studio-based and location-based setups, adapting production scale to the intended platform and audience.
We support studio-based and location-based setups, adapting production scale to the intended platform and audience.
Yes. We deliver multi-camera podcast video production in Italy, ensuring dynamic visuals, professional lighting and broadcast-quality audio.
Yes. Podcast production includes editing, sound optimisation, colour grading and social cutdowns, ready for YouTube, LinkedIn and streaming platforms.
Green screen projects are planned with strong technical coordination.
This includes lighting design, camera setup and post-production alignment to ensure clean compositing and reliable results.
This includes lighting design, camera setup and post-production alignment to ensure clean compositing and reliable results.
Yes. We deliver social media video production in Italy, creating short-form and long-form content optimised for Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and YouTube.
Yes. ORBIS Production supports social content production in Italy, including branded videos, lifestyle clips and campaign assets.
Yes. We regularly support international productions in Italy, including international brands, creative agencies and foreign production companies. Our teams are accustomed to international workflows, clear approvals, tight schedules and high production standards. ORBIS Production provides production services across Italy — location scouting and permits, crew and equipment coordination, logistics, travel planning, and post-production delivery, making us a reliable production partner in Italy for international shoots.
Yes. We specialise in multi-location video production in Italy and multi-location film production in Italy, coordinating schedules, travel, logistics, crew movement and regional requirements across multiple destinations. Multi-city shoots require strong planning: location scouting, permit timelines, transport and accommodation, call sheets and production documentation. ORBIS Production manages multi-location workflows efficiently while maintaining consistent production quality across Italy.
Yes. ORBIS Production frequently manages integrated productions combining video production in Italy and photo production in Italy. This approach is common for commercials, fashion campaigns, branded content and corporate productions, where clients require both motion and stills. We optimise schedules, crew structure, lighting setups and location planning to produce both formats efficiently while maintaining premium quality across all deliverables.
Yes. We provide casting and talent management in Italy for commercials, corporate video, fashion films and branded content. This includes sourcing actors, models, presenters and extras, coordinating casting sessions, managing schedules, and handling on-set talent coordination. Casting integrates directly into pre-production for film and video production in Italy, ensuring the right talent is secured early and aligned with the production plan.
ORBIS Production supports filming permits in Italy as part of full-service production. Permit requirements vary by location (public spaces, heritage sites, municipalities, private properties), so we manage planning, timelines and compliance to keep production schedules realistic. For international productions in Italy, permits and location approvals are one of the biggest risk areas — we address them early and manage them professionally.
Technically demanding projects are supported through detailed planning and experienced crews.
Complex setups are addressed early to ensure smooth execution on set.
Complex setups are addressed early to ensure smooth execution on set.
Yes. We provide post-production in Italy for film and video, including editing, colour grading, sound design, music supervision support, versioning and final delivery. For international brands and agencies, we manage deliverables in multiple aspect ratios and formats for TV, web, social and paid media. Post-production planning is integrated into the overall workflow so that production decisions support the final cut and delivery requirements.
Yes. ORBIS Production supports multi-deliverable workflows for commercial video production in Italy, branded campaigns and corporate productions, including cutdowns, subtitles, alternate languages, format adaptations and platform-specific exports. We coordinate technical specs and delivery schedules to ensure consistent output across markets and channels.
We ensure quality through experienced production oversight, trusted crews, structured workflows and international standards across pre-production, production and post-production. Whether it is a commercial shoot in Italy, corporate video production in Italy, fashion film production in Italy or documentary production in Italy, our process is designed to keep creative intent protected and production execution reliable at every stage.
Yes. We regularly produce TV commercials alongside cut-downs and platform-specific adaptations for digital and social distribution. From the early planning stage, we structure productions to ensure that framing, camera movement, and coverage allow for seamless delivery across horizontal, vertical, and square formats.
This approach enables brands and agencies to maximise the value of a single production while maintaining consistent visual quality across TV, online, and social platforms. All versions are planned, edited, and delivered as part of a coherent post-production workflow.
This approach enables brands and agencies to maximise the value of a single production while maintaining consistent visual quality across TV, online, and social platforms. All versions are planned, edited, and delivered as part of a coherent post-production workflow.
Yes. We regularly work with international talent and are experienced in coordinating productions involving actors, models, and performers represented by international agencies. When required, we collaborate with the appropriate unions, representatives, and legal advisors to ensure contracts, working conditions, and usage agreements are handled correctly.
Our role is to align local production requirements in Italy with international talent standards, ensuring a smooth and compliant production process for all parties involved.
Our role is to align local production requirements in Italy with international talent standards, ensuring a smooth and compliant production process for all parties involved.
Yes. We provide full support for music licensing, voiceover recording, subtitles, and dubbing as part of our post-production services. This includes sourcing licensed music, coordinating voice talent in multiple languages, and delivering subtitles or dubbed versions tailored to international markets.
All audio and language adaptations are managed to meet broadcast, digital, and platform-specific requirements, ensuring consistency across all final deliverables.
All audio and language adaptations are managed to meet broadcast, digital, and platform-specific requirements, ensuring consistency across all final deliverables.
We deliver master files according to industry standards and client specifications, typically using high-quality broadcast and digital formats. Our delivery workflows commonly include secure platforms such as Frame.io, Aspera, and cloud-based transfer systems, depending on file size and client preference.
Final deliveries are clearly organised, labelled, and structured to support efficient internal review, approvals, and global distribution.
Final deliveries are clearly organised, labelled, and structured to support efficient internal review, approvals, and global distribution.
We collaborate closely with local film commissions and trusted partners to support productions exploring tax incentives or regional funding opportunities in Italy. While we do not directly administer rebates, we advise on feasibility and coordinate with specialised partners where applicable.
This ensures clients receive accurate guidance while maintaining a streamlined production structure.
This ensures clients receive accurate guidance while maintaining a streamlined production structure.
Drone filming in Italy is regulated by ENAC and requires specific authorisations depending on the location and type of operation. This includes restrictions in urban areas, near airports, and in protected or sensitive zones.
We coordinate licensed drone operators and manage permit applications to ensure all aerial filming is conducted legally and safely.
We coordinate licensed drone operators and manage permit applications to ensure all aerial filming is conducted legally and safely.
Yes, but filming with children or animals requires additional permits, documentation, and safety measures. This includes compliance with labour regulations, working hours, supervision, and animal welfare standards.
We manage these requirements during pre-production to ensure full legal and operational compliance.
We manage these requirements during pre-production to ensure full legal and operational compliance.
Yes. We actively support sustainable production practices where possible, including efficient scheduling, reduced travel, local crew sourcing, and responsible resource management.
These measures help reduce environmental impact while maintaining high production standards.
These measures help reduce environmental impact while maintaining high production standards.
We work with clients to ensure productions are planned with accessibility and inclusion in mind, particularly for corporate, public-facing, and institutional projects. This may include accessible locations, inclusive casting considerations, and clear communication on set.
Our goal is to support productions that are respectful, professional, and aligned with modern industry standards.
Our goal is to support productions that are respectful, professional, and aligned with modern industry standards.
Photo Production
Photo production in Italy is driven by detail, aesthetics and precision — not improvisation.
ORBIS Production supports international brands and creative teams with premium photo production services in Italy, spanning fashion, beauty, advertising, editorial, product and lifestyle photography. We work both in studio and on location, managing photographers, art buying, crews, equipment, workflows and post-production — ensuring visual consistency and smooth execution from shoot to final delivery.
ORBIS Production supports international brands and creative teams with premium photo production services in Italy, spanning fashion, beauty, advertising, editorial, product and lifestyle photography. We work both in studio and on location, managing photographers, art buying, crews, equipment, workflows and post-production — ensuring visual consistency and smooth execution from shoot to final delivery.
We provide full-service photo production in Italy, including advertising, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, product, e-commerce, editorial and corporate photography. Projects range from high-end campaigns to large-scale multi-day productions across multiple locations.
Yes. The majority of our photo productions in Italy involve international brands, agencies and creative teams. We are experienced in managing cross-border workflows, remote approvals and international production standards.
Absolutely. We frequently deliver combined photo and video productions, ensuring visual consistency, shared logistics and efficient use of crew, locations and equipment.
Yes. We offer professional location scouting across Italy, supported by an extensive internal database. After the initial briefing, we can often provide a shortlist of locations and a visual moodboard immediately.
Yes. We manage studio-based productions as well as location shoots, including sourcing studios, set builds, permits and technical coordination.
Yes. We regularly coordinate multi-city photo productions across Milan, Rome, Venice, Tuscany, Amalfi Coast, Sardinia and other regions, managing travel, logistics and crew continuity.
We work both ways:
- with photographers selected by the client or agency
- or by recommending photographers suited to the project’s visual language and budget
Yes. We supply experienced crews including photo assistants, digital operators, stylists, HMU teams, set designers and production staff.
Ownership and usage rights are clearly defined upfront and outlined in the production agreement.
We manage:
We manage:
- image ownership structure
- usage scope and platforms
- territories
- duration of use
- exclusivity where required
Yes. We manage casting for models, actors and lifestyle talent, including negotiations, contracts and usage rights.
Yes. Fashion and beauty are core areas of our expertise. We regularly produce campaigns requiring precise lighting, skin tone accuracy, texture control and refined visual execution.
Yes. We coordinate advanced beauty setups, tethered shooting, on-set retouch supervision and post-production workflows aligned with brand guidelines.
Yes. We regularly support productions during Milan Fashion Week and other high-demand periods, securing crews, studios and logistics in advance.
Photo production budgets vary depending on scale, locations, crew size, talent and post-production requirements. Each project is quoted individually to reflect its specific creative and logistical needs.
Yes. We frequently work with fixed or capped budgets, adapting scope and production design to maximise output and quality.
In most cases, we provide a clear, itemised estimate within 24–72 hours after receiving the brief.
Photo production budgets in Italy typically start from €10,000, depending on the scope and requirements of the project.
Final costs vary based on:
Final costs vary based on:
- number of shooting days
- locations and permits
- crew size and seniority
- talent, styling and set design
- post-production and retouching requirements
Yes. We offer professional art buying services, sourcing and securing some of the best photographers and creative teams for each project.
Based on the brief, visual direction and budget, we recommend photographers whose style, experience and technical approach best align with the creative vision, while managing availability, negotiations and contracts.
Based on the brief, visual direction and budget, we recommend photographers whose style, experience and technical approach best align with the creative vision, while managing availability, negotiations and contracts.
Yes. We provide access to top-tier professional photo equipment rental, supporting high-end productions across Italy.
Our equipment offering includes:
Our equipment offering includes:
- medium and full-frame camera systems
- premium lenses and lighting setups
- tethered shooting, digital capture and backup systems
Yes. We support analogue and film-based photo productions, including the use of 35mm, medium format and large format film cameras.
Our production team can source and coordinate:
Our production team can source and coordinate:
- professional analogue camera systems
- rare and specialised film stocks
- trusted film labs for development and scanning
Yes. Beyond standard film formats, we can assist with hard-to-source and discontinued film stocks, as well as specialised analogue cameras and accessories, subject to availability. Our team manages sourcing, logistics and lab coordination to ensure consistency and reliability throughout the production process.
Yes. We provide fully experienced English-speaking photo production crews in Italy, including:
- first and second photo assistants
- digital imaging technicians (DIT / digital operators)
- lighting assistants and set support crew
Absolutely. We tailor on-set workflows to match each photographer’s preferred process — whether analogue, digital or hybrid, including tethered shooting, film handling, data management and backup procedures.
Yes. We operate fully equipped, in-house photo studios in Milan and Rome, designed to support high-end advertising, fashion, beauty and commercial photo productions.
In addition, we collaborate with a network of trusted partner studios across Italy, allowing us to secure the most suitable spaces in cities such as Venice, Florence, Turin and beyond, depending on the project’s creative and technical needs.
In addition, we collaborate with a network of trusted partner studios across Italy, allowing us to secure the most suitable spaces in cities such as Venice, Florence, Turin and beyond, depending on the project’s creative and technical needs.
Our photo studios are fully equipped and can be tailored to each production, including:
- professional lighting setups
- grip and rigging solutions
- backdrops and modular set configurations
- tethered shooting and digital capture workflows
- dedicated production and client areas
Yes. We frequently combine studio-based and on-location photo shoots within a single production, optimising schedules, crew usage and creative continuity.
Our production team manages the full transition between studio and location environments, ensuring efficiency and consistency throughout the shoot.
Our production team manages the full transition between studio and location environments, ensuring efficiency and consistency throughout the shoot.
Our in-house photo studios in Milan and Rome are designed to support high-end and confidential productions.
Studio facilities include:
Studio facilities include:
- fully equipped green rooms
- dedicated fitting and make-up rooms
- private access and entrances for high-profile talent and VIP clients
- secure, private parking directly connected to the studio
- 24/7 security and controlled access
Absolutely. Whether using our in-house studios or partner facilities, we recommend the most suitable studio based on:
- creative concept and visual references
- technical requirements
- crew size and set design
- budget considerations
Yes. We manage photo post-production and retouching workflows tailored to advertising, fashion and luxury standards.
This includes:
This includes:
- colour consistency across assets
- accurate skin tone and texture control
- adherence to brand and campaign guidelines
- structured approval and feedback workflows
Yes. Final assets are delivered through secure, structured delivery systems, organised by format, usage and platform.
We can also support:
We can also support:
- clearly structured folder systems
- version control
- long-term archiving when required
Absolutely. We regularly handle confidential and NDA-protected productions, including luxury, fashion and celebrity-led projects.
Our approach includes:
Our approach includes:
- signed NDAs across production and crew
- controlled on-set access
- closed sets when required
- discreet handling of materials and data
We ensure visual and technical consistency through:
- centralised production oversight
- repeatable workflows and documentation
- aligned post-production standards
- continuity across crews, locations and timelines
Yes. We actively support sustainable production practices, including:
- optimised logistics and reduced waste
- use of local crews and suppliers
- efficient scheduling and resource planning
Yes. Thanks to our local infrastructure and experienced teams, we can often support short-notice and fast-turnaround productions, subject to availability and scope.
Yes. We manage full production logistics, including:
- travel and accommodation
- local transportation
- scheduling and coordination
Yes. We regularly work with high-profile talent, ensuring discretion, privacy and efficient on-set workflows. Our studio facilities, private access points, security protocols and experienced crews are designed to support celebrity and VIP productions.
We plan for contingencies from the outset.
This includes:
This includes:
- backup locations or schedules
- flexible crew planning
- clear decision-making protocols
Our photo post-production follows professional retouching standards tailored to the type of project, whether beauty, fashion, product, e-commerce, or advertising. This includes natural skin retouching, precise colour correction, accurate product representation, and consistency across image sets.
All retouching workflows are aligned with brand guidelines and market requirements, ensuring images remain visually refined while preserving authenticity.
All retouching workflows are aligned with brand guidelines and market requirements, ensuring images remain visually refined while preserving authenticity.
Usage rights for photography are managed transparently and in close coordination with the client. This includes defining usage scope, territories, duration, and buyout terms during the planning stage.
We work with photographers, talent, and agents to ensure that all usage rights are clearly documented and aligned with the intended distribution, allowing clients to use the imagery confidently and without ambiguity.
We work with photographers, talent, and agents to ensure that all usage rights are clearly documented and aligned with the intended distribution, allowing clients to use the imagery confidently and without ambiguity.
Yes. We provide professional on-set tethering and digital workflow management using industry-standard tools such as Capture One. This allows clients and creatives to review images in real time, make selections on set, and ensure colour accuracy throughout the shoot.
Colour-managed workflows are maintained from capture through delivery, supporting consistency across all final assets.
Colour-managed workflows are maintained from capture through delivery, supporting consistency across all final assets.
Yes. We often combine photo and video production within a single shoot, using integrated crews and shared resources. This approach reduces duplication in locations, talent, styling, permits, and logistics.
By planning photo and video together, clients benefit from greater efficiency, reduced overall costs, and a cohesive visual output across all formats.
By planning photo and video together, clients benefit from greater efficiency, reduced overall costs, and a cohesive visual output across all formats.
We are fully registered in Italy and experienced in invoicing international clients. VAT treatment and invoicing structures are handled in compliance with Italian and EU regulations, depending on the client’s location and legal structure.
Clear documentation is provided to support internal accounting and cross-border compliance.
Clear documentation is provided to support internal accounting and cross-border compliance.
Productions in Italy typically require appropriate insurance coverage, including public liability and, where applicable, equipment and drone insurance. We advise clients on required coverage and coordinate documentation such as Certificates of Insurance when needed.
This ensures productions meet local requirements and location-specific regulations.
This ensures productions meet local requirements and location-specific regulations.
Live & Hybrid Event Production
Live and hybrid event production in Italy demands technical reliability, structured workflows and real-time problem solving.
ORBIS Production delivers live and hybrid event production services in Italy for international brands and corporate clients — from executive meetings and conferences to product launches and brand activations. We design and manage multi-camera capture, live streaming, broadcast workflows and post-event content, integrating physical venues with digital audiences while maintaining broadcast-level production standards.
ORBIS Production delivers live and hybrid event production services in Italy for international brands and corporate clients — from executive meetings and conferences to product launches and brand activations. We design and manage multi-camera capture, live streaming, broadcast workflows and post-event content, integrating physical venues with digital audiences while maintaining broadcast-level production standards.
Live and hybrid event production in Italy covers the complete video and broadcast workflow for corporate events, brand activations, conferences, summits, product launches, award ceremonies, fashion events, and live performances taking place across the country. This includes technical planning, venue assessment, multi-camera capture, live or delayed streaming, on-site direction, recording, post-event editing, and final content delivery in accordance with Italian production standards.
For events in Italy, live and event production planning should ideally begin several weeks in advance, particularly when venues require technical approvals, filming permissions, or coordination with local suppliers. Early planning allows sufficient time to assess Italian venues, confirm infrastructure, and align production workflows with local regulations and event schedules.
Smaller corporate events in Italy can sometimes be organised on shorter notice, provided venue access and technical feasibility are confirmed early.
Smaller corporate events in Italy can sometimes be organised on shorter notice, provided venue access and technical feasibility are confirmed early.
Yes. We provide early-stage technical and production consultation for live events in Italy, advising on venue suitability, stage layout, camera positioning, lighting conditions, audio capture, and streaming requirements. This ensures that the event setup aligns with both creative expectations and local technical constraints.
Yes. We regularly collaborate with Italian venues, event agencies, local hosts, moderators, and stage managers. Our experience working within Italy allows us to coordinate efficiently with venue technical teams and ensure smooth integration of video production into the overall event structure.
Yes. We carry out technical venue assessments across Italy to evaluate camera positions, power availability, rigging options, internet connectivity, acoustic conditions, and audience sightlines. These assessments are essential for designing reliable live and hybrid event production setups in Italian venues.
We produce a wide range of live and recorded events in Italy, including corporate conferences, executive summits, product launches, brand activations, internal town halls, award ceremonies, fashion shows, exhibitions, press events, and cultural or entertainment events.
Each event is planned according to Italian venue requirements and local production conditions.
Each event is planned according to Italian venue requirements and local production conditions.
Yes. We specialise in multi-camera event coverage in Italy, enabling dynamic live switching between speakers, presenters, audience reactions, and stage-wide shots. Multi-camera setups are essential for professional live streaming and high-quality post-event content.
Yes. We provide live streaming and hybrid event production services across Italy, supporting both in-person and remote audiences. Streams can be delivered via corporate platforms, custom event portals, or public streaming services, depending on project requirements and connectivity conditions at the Italian venue.
Yes. We integrate presentation feeds, keynote slides, branded motion graphics, and video playback into live event productions in Italy. This ensures consistency between the on-site experience and the live or recorded stream.
Live and hybrid event production in Italy typically involves broadcast-grade cameras, professional audio systems, vision mixers, monitoring solutions, and redundant recording setups. Equipment choices are adapted to Italian venues, lighting conditions, and audience scale to ensure reliable performance.
Crew size for live events in Italy depends on the scale and complexity of the production. Smaller events may require compact crews, while larger conferences or multi-day events involve directors, camera operators, audio engineers, vision mixers, and on-site production managers familiar with Italian venues and workflows.
Reliability during live events in Italy is ensured through advance planning, technical rehearsals, experienced crews, and system redundancy. Backup recording and signal paths are used to minimise risk during critical live moments.
Yes. Events in Italy can be fully recorded for post-production use, including full-length recordings, highlight edits, speaker cut-downs, recap films, and social media content. Post-event content allows the event to live beyond the venue.
Post-event delivery timelines in Italy depend on the scope of editing and post-production. Basic recordings can be delivered within a few days, while edited highlight films or branded recaps typically require one to three weeks.
Yes. We provide subtitles, captions, and multilingual versions for live and recorded event content produced in Italy, supporting international audiences and corporate communication needs.
Yes. We manage filming permissions and compliance requirements for live events in Italy, including coordination with venues, municipalities, and local authorities when required. This ensures that event filming is conducted legally and professionally.
Yes. We regularly support international brands, agencies, and corporations producing live events in Italy, acting as a local production partner and providing crews, equipment, and coordination aligned with international standards.
Choosing an experienced live and event production company in Italy ensures technical reliability, regulatory compliance, and consistent production quality. Professional teams understand local venues, workflows, and regulations, allowing clients to focus on content and audience engagement while production is managed seamlessly.
Production services
Production services in Italy rely on local knowledge, operational precision and regulatory expertise.
ORBIS Production acts as a trusted production service company in Italy, supporting international productions with location scouting, permits, casting, equipment rental and full logistical coordination. We manage Italian regulations, regional workflows and labour practices, allowing international clients to produce in Italy efficiently, transparently and without surprises.
ORBIS Production acts as a trusted production service company in Italy, supporting international productions with location scouting, permits, casting, equipment rental and full logistical coordination. We manage Italian regulations, regional workflows and labour practices, allowing international clients to produce in Italy efficiently, transparently and without surprises.
ORBIS Production is a production service company in Italy specialises in supporting international productions with local execution expertise. As a full-service production partner, we provide international clients with comprehensive production services in Italy, including crew and equipment coordination, location management, permits, logistics, casting, technical support, and post-production delivery. Our role is to enable foreign brands, agencies, and studios to operate seamlessly within the Italian production environment.
As a production service company in Italy, we bridge the gap between international creative teams and the Italian production ecosystem. We help clients navigate local permits, vendor negotiations, location agreements, Italian crew hiring, equipment rentals, and compliance with Italian law and industry standards. This support allows international clients to focus on creative control while we take care of operational delivery.
Our production services in Italy include pre-production planning, location scouting, permit procurement, crew hiring, equipment rental coordination, casting and talent management, production management, multi-department logistics, post-production supervision, delivery workflows, and rights management. These services are available throughout Italy, with core hubs in Milan and Rome and extension support in all major Italian regions.
Production services in Italy involve collaboration with municipal authorities, location owners, heritage site administrators, and local suppliers that operate under Italian regulations and cultural expectations. As an experienced production service company in Italy, we understand these unique dynamics and ensure that international clients can produce at international standards while adapting to Italian infrastructure, labour practices, and permitting processes.
Italy offers a diverse production infrastructure with well-established crew bases, studios, lighting and grip houses, post-production facilities, and specialised technical suppliers. Our production services in Italy leverage this infrastructure to assemble tailored teams and equipment packages that fit the creative and technical requirements of each project. Whether shooting in urban settings, rural landscapes, or historical sites, we ensure infrastructure readiness and technical reliability.
Location management is a key component of production services in Italy. We identify, assess, and secure locations that meet creative and logistical needs. This includes negotiating agreements with location owners, coordinating access permits, managing insurance requirements, and ensuring that all filming activities comply with Italian regulations. Our team also conducts technical recces to plan camera positions, power access, rigging points, and safety considerations.
Yes. Our production services in Italy include obtaining all necessary permits and ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal filming regulations. This encompasses public space permits, municipal authorisations, heritage site approvals, road closures, drone permits, and any special permissions required for specific locations or formats. We manage these processes proactively to minimise risk and avoid delays during production.
We provide production service support for casting and talent management in Italy, including liaison with casting agencies, contract negotiation, rights and usage clearance, and coordination of call times during production. Whether international or Italian talent is involved, we ensure that all agreements and working conditions comply with Italian labour law and industry expectations.
Our production services in Italy integrate Italian local crew across all essential departments: producers, production managers, directors of photography, camera operators, lighting and grip, sound, art department, production coordinators, and digital techs. Each crew member is selected based on project requirements and often has experience working with foreign productions in Italy, ensuring both cultural and professional alignment.
Yes. We coordinate equipment rentals in Italy and logistics as part of our production services in Italy, tailoring camera packages, lighting, grip, audio, and speciality gear to the specific needs of each production. We work with trusted Italian suppliers to secure high-quality equipment and arrange transport, on-set support, and returns in accordance with schedule.
Yes. Our production services in Italy extend to post-production management, including editing, colour grading, sound design, versioning, subtitling, dubbing, and final delivery. We ensure that post workflows align with client requirements and platform specifications, and we manage secure file transfer and archive solutions for long-term asset control.
Absolutely. Our production services in Italy include transparent budgeting and cost breakdowns that reflect local rates, permitting fees, labour, equipment, locations, logistics, and contingency. We provide detailed estimates and clarify assumptions, enabling clients to approve budgets with confidence and avoid unexpected cost overruns.
Yes. We offer production services in Italy with dedicated support in Milan, Rome and Venice, providing in-market coordination, crew bases, and logistical hubs. These cities serve as strategic bases for production services, but our support extends nationwide to Naples, Florence, Bologna, Turin, Genoa, Sicily, Sardinia, Cortina d'Ampezzo, and other Italian regions.
Our production services in Italy include guidance on insurance requirements and liability coverage necessary for filming. We help secure Certificates of Insurance, public liability coverage, equipment insurance, and any additional risk mitigation required by Italian venues or authorities, ensuring that productions are protected from unforeseen incidents.
Yes. Our production services in Italy are designed to support a wide range of formats, including film, TV commercials, branded video content, documentary, live events, hybrid events, and still photography. This integrated support allows clients to combine multiple formats seamlessly within a single Italian production.
Production services in Italy are structured to align with international client workflows, including remote communication, shared scheduling tools, technical planning documents, and clear deliverable timelines. We act as the local execution arm of international productions, ensuring that Italian operations are integrated with global creative, legal, and technical requirements.
International clients working with a production service company in Italy should expect local expertise, logistical reliability, clear communication, regulatory compliance, and creative alignment. Our role is to make the Italian production landscape navigable and efficient, enabling clients to realise their creative vision without operational friction.
Choosing professional production services in Italy ensures that your project benefits from local industry knowledge, established supplier networks, technical expertise, and a production infrastructure that supports both creative ambitions and logistical demands. A production service company in Italy minimises risk, accelerates planning, and elevates the quality of your final output.
Location Scouting & PermitS
Location scouting and permits in Italy directly shape creative outcomes, budgets and schedules for film production and photo production in Italy.
ORBIS Production manages filming locations and permits in Italy with a strategic, production-led approach across film and photo productions. We evaluate locations for creative potential, legal feasibility and operational risk, navigating municipal authorities, heritage restrictions and regional regulations. From urban centres to remote environments, we secure approvals and design location workflows that protect timelines, budgets and on-set efficiency — ensuring productions move forward with clarity and control.
ORBIS Production manages filming locations and permits in Italy with a strategic, production-led approach across film and photo productions. We evaluate locations for creative potential, legal feasibility and operational risk, navigating municipal authorities, heritage restrictions and regional regulations. From urban centres to remote environments, we secure approvals and design location workflows that protect timelines, budgets and on-set efficiency — ensuring productions move forward with clarity and control.
Professional location scouting in Italy is a structured production process that goes far beyond visual research. It includes identifying filming locations that match creative references, scripts and mood boards while also being logistically feasible, legally accessible and permit-ready. Location scouting in Italy must account for local regulations, public access rules, heritage protection, traffic impact and safety compliance for film, TV commercial, advertising photo and fashion productions.
Yes. ORBIS Production provides nationwide location scouting and permitting services across Italy, including Northern Italy (Milan, Lake Como, Venice, Dolomites), Central Italy (Rome, Tuscany, Florence), Southern Italy (Amalfi Coast, Naples, Puglia) and the islands (Sardinia, Capri and Sicily). Our coverage includes both major cities and remote or hard-to-access filming locations.
The location scouting process starts with a detailed creative and production brief. This includes visual references, scripts, mood boards, camera requirements, crew size, schedule, budget range and technical constraints. For international productions filming in Italy, this step is essential to align creative ambition with Italian permitting realities and timelines.
Yes. ORBIS Production maintains a curated internal location database in Italy, developed over 15+ years of film, TV, advertising and fashion productions. This database includes private villas, estates, commercial spaces, industrial sites, rooftops, urban interiors, rural landscapes and locations not publicly listed on standard location libraries.
Absolutely. We always deliver a pre-permit creative shortlist of filming locations in Italy. This allows agencies, brands and production companies to review and select preferred options before incurring permit fees or authority costs. This step optimises budgets and avoids unnecessary delays.
Many of Italy’s most cinematic locations are not searchable online. Through local fixers, property owners, municipalities and regional contacts, we access unique filming locations unavailable to the general market. This is especially important for high-end commercials, fashion campaigns and premium brand films.
A creative and technical recce includes evaluation of:
- Camera angles and framing
- Natural light and sun path
- Sound environment
- Access for crew and equipment
- Unit parking and logistics
- Safety and public interaction
- Drone and aerial feasibility
Location scouting timelines in Italy depend on complexity:
- Single-location shoots: 2–7+ working days
- Multi-location commercials: 1–2+ weeks
- Feature films or complex productions: several weeks
Yes. ORBIS Production provides full filming permit management in Italy, including applications, documentation, authority coordination and approvals with municipalities, film commissions, police departments, heritage bodies and private owners.
Indicative permit timelines:
- Private property / small crew: 3–7+ working days
- Public streets / city centres: 1–3+ weeks
- UNESCO or protected locations: 3–8+ weeks
Typical filming permit costs in Italy:
- Small permits: €100–€1500+
- City permits with traffic impact: €500–€10,000+
- UNESCO or major landmarks: €2,000–€50,000+
Indicative location fees:
- Private apartments: €500–€2,500+ per day
- Villas / estates: €2,000–€20,000+ per day
- Commercial spaces: €1,000–€10,000+ per day
- Iconic landmarks: case-by-case
In many Italian cities, police presence and traffic control are mandatory when filming in public spaces. These costs are charged separately and depend on the number of officers, hours and level of disruption.
Yes. We manage traffic plans, road closures, pedestrian flow and safety measures, coordinating directly with local police and municipal authorities to ensure compliant and uninterrupted filming.
Yes. We manage drone filming permits in Italy, including ENAC authorisations, airspace approvals, certified pilots, risk assessments and local authority coordination.
No. Drone filming is restricted near airports, dense urban areas, crowds and protected sites. Each operation requires approval and compliance with Italian aviation law.
Yes. We support helicopter filming permits in Italy, aviation approvals, airspace coordination and safety compliance for high-end aerial cinematography.
Yes. We provide production-grade risk assessments covering locations, aerial filming, weather exposure, public interaction and environmental risks, aligned with Italian regulations and international insurance standards.
We assist productions in meeting location-specific insurance requirements requested by authorities or property owners. Insurance policies are usually provided by the client.
Yes. ORBIS Production specialises in international productions filming in Italy, offering English-language coordination, local expertise and full compliance with Italian filming regulations.
Yes. We provide location scouting and permits for advertising photo shoots, fashion campaigns, editorials and lookbooks, including urban, natural and private locations across Italy.
We regularly manage fast-turnaround projects, subject to authority approval and feasibility. Early communication significantly improves success for urgent shoots.
Yes. We handle location agreements, contracts and access permissions, protecting both production companies and property owners.
Our location managers handle access control, authority coordination, public interface, safety enforcement and on-site problem solving to ensure smooth shoot days.
Yes. We manage filming permits and location services across all Italian regions, not only major cities.
Location reinstatement ensures the location is returned to its original condition after filming, including cleaning, repairs and inspections.
Yes. We oversee reinstatement and final sign-off with owners and authorities, closing permits properly.
Location budgets typically include location fees, permit costs, police and traffic fees, location management, reinstatement and contingency.
Yes. We provide accurate location budgets and feasibility input for agency pitches, tenders and international bids.
Permit delays or restrictions can happen in Italy due to public events, political changes, security concerns or heritage protection. Our workflow includes alternative locations, backup permit strategies and contingency planning. When a permit is denied, we immediately propose approved alternatives to keep schedules and budgets under control.
In some cases, yes. Last-minute filming permits in Italy are possible for small crews, private properties or low-impact shoots. However, public spaces, city centres and UNESCO sites require longer timelines. We always provide a realistic feasibility assessment before committing to urgent requests.
The most common mistakes include underestimating permit timelines, assuming public spaces are free to film, ignoring image rights, relying on taxis instead of production transport, and skipping risk assessments. ORBIS Production prevents these issues through local expertise and production-grade planning.
No. Most Italian public spaces only require filming permits. However, certain landmarks and cities require additional image rights or buyouts, such as Venice, Pisa Leaning Tower or the Colosseum. These costs are separate from permits and must be budgeted early during location scouting.
Filming in high-traffic areas such as Venice, Rome or the Amalfi Coast requires precise scheduling, early permits and crowd management. We coordinate shoot times, police presence and logistics to minimise disruption while maintaining production efficiency and public safety.
Yes. We regularly conduct remote location scouting and virtual recces for international clients. This includes photo decks, video walkthroughs, drone previews (where allowed) and detailed technical notes, enabling decision-making without travelling to Italy.
Weather plays a major role, especially in coastal, mountain and alpine regions. Some permits include weather-related clauses, while others require re-approval. Our team plans weather contingencies and alternative locations to reduce risk.
Yes. ORBIS Production manages multi-region filming across Italy, using Milan and Rome as a central coordination hub and trusted local producers and location managers in each region.
We provide transparent budgeting, clear cost breakdowns and early identification of cost drivers such as police overtime, image rights and reinstatement. This prevents budget overruns and last-minute surprises.
Hidden costs may include police overtime, extended reinstatement, public liability requirements, image rights, night work premiums and Sunday or holiday crew rates. We highlight these costs early during budgeting.
We implement risk assessments, safety plans and authority coordination to protect crew, public spaces and locations. Public liability requirements are reviewed for each municipality and location.
Yes. Some regions restrict filming during peak tourist seasons, cultural events or environmental protection periods. Our scouting process accounts for seasonal limitations and alternative strategies.
Yes. We support local casting, extras coordination and crowd management when required for location-based shoots, in compliance with local regulations.
Filming in residential areas requires neighbour notifications, limited working hours, noise control and police coordination. We manage all communications and permissions to maintain goodwill and compliance.
After filming, we manage location reinstatement, inspections and final authority sign-off, ensuring locations are returned to original condition and permits are properly closed.
Yes. The Colosseum in Rome is subject to specific image rights regulations in addition to standard filming permits. For commercial film and photography productions, the use of the Colosseum’s image may require a separate image rights buyout, depending on how the monument is framed, the type of production, and the intended commercial usage.
Image rights fees for the Colosseum typically start from €10,000 and can increase significantly based on factors such as media distribution, campaign scale, territories, duration of use and exclusivity. These costs are assessed independently from municipal filming permits and are handled by the relevant heritage authorities.
As part of our location scouting and permitting process in Rome, ORBIS Production identifies Colosseum-related image rights requirements during early budgeting, ensuring full transparency and avoiding unexpected legal or financial issues once the campaign is released.
Image rights fees for the Colosseum typically start from €10,000 and can increase significantly based on factors such as media distribution, campaign scale, territories, duration of use and exclusivity. These costs are assessed independently from municipal filming permits and are handled by the relevant heritage authorities.
As part of our location scouting and permitting process in Rome, ORBIS Production identifies Colosseum-related image rights requirements during early budgeting, ensuring full transparency and avoiding unexpected legal or financial issues once the campaign is released.
Yes, in some cases. The Leaning Tower of Pisa and the surrounding Piazza dei Miracoli are managed as a protected heritage site, and commercial filming or photography may require specific authorisation and image rights clearance, in addition to standard filming permits.
Image rights requirements depend on how the monument is used in the content, the commercial nature of the production, and the intended distribution. Fees are evaluated case by case by the managing authority and can vary based on campaign scale and media usage.
As part of our location scouting and permitting services in Italy, ORBIS Production verifies image rights obligations for Pisa during the scouting and budgeting phase, ensuring full legal compliance and accurate cost forecasting for international productions.
Image rights requirements depend on how the monument is used in the content, the commercial nature of the production, and the intended distribution. Fees are evaluated case by case by the managing authority and can vary based on campaign scale and media usage.
As part of our location scouting and permitting services in Italy, ORBIS Production verifies image rights obligations for Pisa during the scouting and budgeting phase, ensuring full legal compliance and accurate cost forecasting for international productions.
Yes. Venice has implemented a city-wide image rights framework for commercial film and photography productions. As of 2025, most commercial shoots within the city of Venice may require an image rights fee, regardless of whether iconic landmarks such as St. Mark’s Square or the Grand Canal are clearly featured in the final images or footage.
This regulation applies to advertising campaigns, branded content, fashion shoots and commercial video productions filmed within the municipal boundaries of Venice. Image rights are assessed separately from standard filming permits and are influenced by usage, media type and distribution scope.
When managing productions in Venice, ORBIS Production clarifies all image rights obligations at pre-production stage, ensuring that permits, fees and usage rights are fully aligned before filming begins.
This regulation applies to advertising campaigns, branded content, fashion shoots and commercial video productions filmed within the municipal boundaries of Venice. Image rights are assessed separately from standard filming permits and are influenced by usage, media type and distribution scope.
When managing productions in Venice, ORBIS Production clarifies all image rights obligations at pre-production stage, ensuring that permits, fees and usage rights are fully aligned before filming begins.
Production logistics in Italy require dedicated planning and local coordination, especially when filming outside major cities or in complex environments such as historical centres, coastal areas or mountain regions. ORBIS Production manages all location-related logistics, including crew transportation, equipment movement, access timing, unit parking, load-in/load-out schedules and coordination with local authorities.
Unlike generic transport solutions, production logistics are designed to ensure that crew, talent and equipment arrive on set on time, every time, regardless of terrain or local infrastructure limitations. This is a critical part of maintaining schedule control and avoiding costly delays during filming in Italy.
Unlike generic transport solutions, production logistics are designed to ensure that crew, talent and equipment arrive on set on time, every time, regardless of terrain or local infrastructure limitations. This is a critical part of maintaining schedule control and avoiding costly delays during filming in Italy.
For professional productions in Italy, transportation is treated as part of the production plan, not as an afterthought. Crew and equipment movement is scheduled around call times, access windows, permit conditions, load-in restrictions and local regulations — especially in historical centres, coastal areas and remote locations.
ORBIS Production designs production-specific transport workflows, aligning vehicles, drivers and routes with the shooting schedule, permit limitations and on-set priorities. This approach ensures timing accuracy, equipment security and uninterrupted shoot days, regardless of location complexity.
Transportation planning is integrated during location scouting and recce stages, allowing us to anticipate access constraints and avoid delays that could impact permits, crew hours or overall production costs.
ORBIS Production designs production-specific transport workflows, aligning vehicles, drivers and routes with the shooting schedule, permit limitations and on-set priorities. This approach ensures timing accuracy, equipment security and uninterrupted shoot days, regardless of location complexity.
Transportation planning is integrated during location scouting and recce stages, allowing us to anticipate access constraints and avoid delays that could impact permits, crew hours or overall production costs.
In Italy, transportation directly affects permits, crew working hours, safety compliance and budget control. Late arrivals, incorrect vehicle types or access issues can result in overtime costs, permit violations or forced schedule changes.
By managing transportation as part of the production infrastructure, ORBIS Production maintains operational control over timing, access and safety, ensuring that filming conditions remain compliant with local regulations and union standards.
This level of coordination is essential for international film, TV commercial and advertising productions operating on fixed schedules and tight timelines in Italy.
By managing transportation as part of the production infrastructure, ORBIS Production maintains operational control over timing, access and safety, ensuring that filming conditions remain compliant with local regulations and union standards.
This level of coordination is essential for international film, TV commercial and advertising productions operating on fixed schedules and tight timelines in Italy.
Filming in remote or challenging locations, such as mountain passes, islands, coastal cliffs, lakeside villas or historical city centres, requires terrain-specific logistics planning. ORBIS Production coordinates specialised vehicles, boats, water taxis, off-road transport, alpine access solutions and time-restricted load-ins, depending on the location.
All logistics are planned in advance during location scouting and recce stages, ensuring that access routes, safety requirements and local regulations are fully integrated into the production workflow. This approach allows international productions to film in complex Italian locations without compromising efficiency or safety.
All logistics are planned in advance during location scouting and recce stages, ensuring that access routes, safety requirements and local regulations are fully integrated into the production workflow. This approach allows international productions to film in complex Italian locations without compromising efficiency or safety.
Simply contact ORBIS Production with your brief. Our team will review requirements, propose a location strategy and guide you through the full location scouting and permitting process in Italy.
Casting & Talent Management
Professional casting in Italy directly shapes how film, commercial and photo productions are staffed, contracted and legally cleared — both creatively and operationally.
Access to production-ready actors, models, performers and specialist talent enables international productions to work efficiently across commercials, branded content, fashion films, feature films, TV series and photo campaigns throughout Italy, while maintaining full control over rights, budgets and schedules.
ORBIS Production provides casting and talent management in Italy through a production-led, legally structured approach. We handle talent selection, availability checks, fee negotiation, usage rights and buyouts across major production hubs such as Milan, Rome and Venice, as well as nationwide locations. At the same time, we integrate Italian labour regulations, image rights frameworks, child labor rules, exclusivity clauses and buyout structures into the casting process from the outset. By defining usage scope early, structuring contracts correctly and coordinating talent in line with local legal requirements, we protect productions from rights conflicts, budget overruns and post-release risks. For projects requiring deeper planning, detailed guidance on buyouts, exclusivity, usage durations and talent agreements in Italy is covered in the FAQ below.
Access to production-ready actors, models, performers and specialist talent enables international productions to work efficiently across commercials, branded content, fashion films, feature films, TV series and photo campaigns throughout Italy, while maintaining full control over rights, budgets and schedules.
ORBIS Production provides casting and talent management in Italy through a production-led, legally structured approach. We handle talent selection, availability checks, fee negotiation, usage rights and buyouts across major production hubs such as Milan, Rome and Venice, as well as nationwide locations. At the same time, we integrate Italian labour regulations, image rights frameworks, child labor rules, exclusivity clauses and buyout structures into the casting process from the outset. By defining usage scope early, structuring contracts correctly and coordinating talent in line with local legal requirements, we protect productions from rights conflicts, budget overruns and post-release risks. For projects requiring deeper planning, detailed guidance on buyouts, exclusivity, usage durations and talent agreements in Italy is covered in the FAQ below.
Professional casting in Italy is the structured process of selecting, contracting and managing talent for commercials, films, fashion and photo productions. It includes talent selection, availability checks, fee negotiation, usage rights, contracts and on-set coordination, all in compliance with Italian labor law.
Casting services in Italy are typically required by international brands, creative agencies, production companies, studios and platforms producing commercials, branded content, films, fashion campaigns or photo productions in Italy.
Yes. Casting in Italy involves specific labor laws, union rules, buyout structures and child labor regulations. Professional casting in Italy requires local expertise to ensure legal compliance and smooth production workflows.
Yes. Professional casting and talent management services are available nationwide, including Milan, Rome, Venice, Florence, Turin, Naples and remote filming regions across Italy.
No. ORBIS Production is a full-service production company in Italy, not a standalone casting agency. Casting and talent management are provided as integrated production services aligned with schedules, locations and legal requirements.
Casting in Italy includes professional actors, fashion and commercial models, dancers, performers, athletes, children, animals, extras, doubles and special talent, depending on the production requirements.
Yes. International talent can be cast for productions in Italy, subject to visa requirements, work permits and contractual compliance. Local legal and production coordination is essential.
Yes. Children casting in Italy is strictly regulated. All child talent requires permits, limited working hours, supervision and compliance with Italian child labor law.
Yes. Animal casting in Italy is provided using trained animals and certified handlers, following animal welfare regulations and safety standards on set.
Yes. Extras and background casting in Italy includes coordination of crowd talent, lifestyle performers and background actors, including scheduling, payroll support and continuity management.
Talent management in Italy includes contracts, usage rights, buyouts, payroll coordination, permits and on-set management, ensuring talent is legally cleared and production-ready.
Without professional talent management, productions risk legal issues, unclear usage rights, payment disputes and compliance violations, especially with international clients.
Yes. All talent contracts are handled in accordance with Italian labor law, including fees, usage rights, buyouts, exclusivity and contract duration.
Talent management may include payroll coordination or Employer of Record solutions, depending on the production structure and client requirements.
Yes. Talent management includes call times, on-set coordination, availability management and communication, ensuring smooth production workflows.
A buyout in Italy is a contractual agreement that defines how talent may be used across specific media, territories and durations, in exchange for an agreed fee.
Yes. Italian law requires clear usage rights agreements. Talent cannot be used without explicitly defined buyouts or usage terms.
A buyout may cover:
- Media (TV, digital, print, OOH, social)
- Territory (Italy, Europe, worldwide)
- Duration (6 months, 1 year, perpetual)
- Exclusivity (category restrictions)
Yes. Commercial buyouts are usage-based, while film and TV contracts usually follow different remuneration and rights structures.
Yes. Buyouts can be renewed or extended, subject to renegotiation of fees and updated contractual agreements.
Commercial casting in Italy involves fast turnaround, curated talent selection, buyout negotiation and full legal clearance for advertising usage.
Yes. Digital advertising casting in Italy is common and requires clearly defined online and social media usage rights.
Yes. Exclusivity clauses are common and must be clearly defined to avoid conflicts with future campaigns.
Only if exclusivity is not contractually restricted. This must be addressed during the casting and buyout negotiation phase.
Fashion and beauty casting in Italy focuses on visual precision, aesthetic alignment and image rights, often with editorial and long-term usage considerations.
Yes. Beauty buyouts often involve stricter image usage rules, macro usage, and longer exploitation periods.
Often yes, especially in luxury sectors. Exclusivity terms are negotiated during casting and contract setup.
Yes. Casting for films and TV series in Italy includes lead roles, supporting cast and background performers, following production-specific contract structures.
Italy does not operate exactly like SAG-AFTRA, but industry agreements and union-style regulations may apply depending on the production.
Timelines vary, but professional casting typically begins weeks or months before shooting, depending on production scale.
Yes. Casting in Italy is regulated by labor law, contract law, privacy regulations and child protection laws.
Yes. Talent data is handled in full compliance with GDPR regulations, including consent and secure data storage.
Unclear usage rights can result in legal disputes, fines or forced campaign takedowns, which is why professional buyout management is essential.
Casting should ideally be requested as early as possible, especially for productions involving exclusivity, minors or international talent.
Yes. Casting and talent management are often integrated with full production services, simplifying coordination and reducing risk.
Yes. ORBIS Production regularly works with international agencies and global brands producing content in Italy.
Initial casting stages can be handled remotely via self-tapes and digital submissions, but final coordination is managed locally in Italy.
A production-led casting partner ensures legal compliance, realistic scheduling, clear buyouts and smooth on-set execution, reducing risk and protecting the client’s investment.
Camera Crew For Hire
Camera crew hire in Italy directly shapes how film and photo productions are staffed, scheduled, and delivered — both creatively and operationally.
Access to experienced camera crews, technical departments, and production teams enables productions to work efficiently across commercials, branded content, fashion films, documentaries, and corporate projects throughout Italy.
ORBIS Production provides film crew hire in Italy through a production-led, labour-aware approach. We assemble camera crews and technical teams — including Directors of Photography, camera operators, assistants, lighting and grip departments, sound crews, and production staff — across major hubs such as Milan, Rome, and Venice, as well as nationwide locations. At the same time, we integrate Italian labour frameworks governing working hours, overtime, night work, travel time, and crew availability into the crew hire process from the outset. By structuring call times, anticipating overtime exposure, and coordinating departments in line with local working-day models, we protect schedules, control budgets, and reduce operational risk on set. For productions requiring deeper planning, detailed guidance on crew rates, working hours, and overtime structures is available in our Italy Crew Rates & Labor Rules reference.
Access to experienced camera crews, technical departments, and production teams enables productions to work efficiently across commercials, branded content, fashion films, documentaries, and corporate projects throughout Italy.
ORBIS Production provides film crew hire in Italy through a production-led, labour-aware approach. We assemble camera crews and technical teams — including Directors of Photography, camera operators, assistants, lighting and grip departments, sound crews, and production staff — across major hubs such as Milan, Rome, and Venice, as well as nationwide locations. At the same time, we integrate Italian labour frameworks governing working hours, overtime, night work, travel time, and crew availability into the crew hire process from the outset. By structuring call times, anticipating overtime exposure, and coordinating departments in line with local working-day models, we protect schedules, control budgets, and reduce operational risk on set. For productions requiring deeper planning, detailed guidance on crew rates, working hours, and overtime structures is available in our Italy Crew Rates & Labor Rules reference.
Yes. Professional film crews in Italy can be hired for commercials, branded content, feature films, documentaries, and corporate productions. Italy has a strong network of experienced camera, lighting, grip, sound, and production crews accustomed to working on international projects under local labor frameworks.
Yes. At ORBIS Production we provide complete camera crew hire in Italy, including Directors of Photography, camera operators, focus pullers, DITs, camera assistants, gaffers, grips, and full technical departments for film, photo, and video productions.
Yes. Milan is one of the main production hubs in Italy. We regularly supply film and photo crews in Milan for fashion films, advertising campaigns, corporate videos, branded content, and high-end commercial productions.
Yes. We provide professional production and camera crews in Rome for film, TV, commercial, and branded content productions, including projects requiring historic locations, heritage sites, and complex permitting.
Yes. Crew hire in Venice is available for film and photo productions, including shoots involving historic architecture, waterways, boats, and restricted-access locations. Local crew coordination is essential due to logistical and permitting requirements.
Yes. We offer nationwide crew hire across Italy, including Milan, Rome, Venice, Florence, Turin, Bologna, Naples, Lake Como, Tuscany, Puglia, the Amalfi Coast, Sardinia, Sicily, the Dolomites, and Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Crews available for hire in Italy include camera crews, lighting and grip teams, sound crews, production management, art department, wardrobe, hair & makeup, location teams, and specialised technical roles depending on the production needs.
Yes. International productions regularly hire local Italian crews. Local crews understand Italian labor rules, working hour structures, and location logistics, helping international clients avoid scheduling and compliance issues.
Yes. Italian film crews frequently work with international brands, agencies, and production companies and are accustomed to global production standards, English-language workflows, and international scheduling practices.
For commercials in Italy, crew hire typically involves assembling a full technical and production team aligned with Italian labor rules, including defined working days, overtime structures, and local scheduling requirements.
Yes. Photo production crews in Italy include photographers, assistants, digital operators, stylists, hair & makeup, art department, and location teams for advertising, fashion, editorial, and commercial photography.
Yes. Milan is a major fashion capital, and we provide specialised fashion and luxury production crews in Milan for runway coverage, campaigns, lookbooks, editorial shoots, and high-end brand productions.
Yes. Corporate and branded content productions in Italy can be supported with full crews, including camera, sound, lighting, and production management teams experienced in fast-paced and efficient workflows.
Crew working hours in Italy follow defined labor structures, typically based on standard working days, extended working days, and legally enforced maximum limits. Understanding these rules is essential when planning crew schedules and budgets.
Most technical departments operate under an 8+1 working day structure, while certain production and coordination roles may work under an 11+1 structure, depending on department and agreement.
Overtime in Italy is triggered once standard working hours are exceeded. Overtime costs can escalate quickly if schedules are not planned correctly, which is why local production coordination is important.
Yes. Italian labor rules apply to all productions shooting in Italy, including international film, commercial, and branded content projects, regardless of the client’s country of origin.
Yes. Crews can be hired for night shoots in Italy, but night work follows a different working structure, with reduced base hours and earlier overtime triggers, requiring tighter planning.
Yes. In Italy, call time determines how a working day is classified. Shifting call times can change when overtime begins and how the day is calculated for hired crews.
Travel time is often calculated door-to-door as part of the working day. Longer travel distances can push a day into overtime or legal limits if not planned carefully.
Yes. Crews can be hired in smaller cities and remote regions across Italy, but logistics, travel time, and accommodation planning become more important outside major production hubs.
Yes. Multi-city shoots in Italy are common. Crew hire for such projects requires careful scheduling to account for travel days, rest periods, and local labor rules.
In many cases, yes. Hiring local crews in each region can reduce travel time, overtime costs, and logistical complexity, especially for multi-day shoots.
Yes. Crew hire in Italy often includes payroll, contracts, and compliance management in accordance with Italian labor regulations and local agreements.
Italian crew hire is governed by industry agreements that define working hours, overtime, and compensation structures. These agreements are applied across most professional productions.
Yes. For urgent productions, it is possible to mobilise crews in Italy within 24–72 hours, depending on location, availability, and production requirements.
For planned productions, crews are typically booked several weeks in advance. Early booking ensures availability and allows schedules to be built in line with labor rules.
Once a crew is confirmed, cancellations close to the shoot date may trigger compensation under Italian labor practices, reflecting protected availability rather than a penalty.
Yes. Core cancellation principles are consistent nationwide, although specific conditions may vary by role, agreement, and production setup.
Yes. Individual crew members such as cinematographers, camera operators, or assistants can be hired, but scheduling must still comply with local labor frameworks.
Yes. Many Italian crew members speak fluent English and regularly work on international productions with foreign clients and agencies.
Yes. Italian crews are experienced with international camera systems, lighting equipment, and production workflows commonly used by global productions.
Yes. Crews can be hired for live and hybrid events in Italy, including multi-camera setups, live streaming, broadcast production, and technical event support.
Yes. Event production crews are also subject to working hour limits, overtime rules, and scheduling requirements under Italian labor practices.
Yes. Specialised crews for aerial filming, drone operations, helicopter shoots, and technical cinematography can be hired, subject to permits and regulatory approvals.
Yes. Crew hire is often coordinated alongside permits, location permissions, and regulatory approvals required for filming in Italy.
Professional crew hire in Italy includes appropriate insurance coverage aligned with production requirements and local regulations.
Yes. Specialised crews are available for underwater cinematography, alpine, maritime, and challenging environments, particularly in regions such as the Dolomites, Sardinia, and coastal areas.
Yes. Crews for documentary production in Italy can be hired for long-form, short-form, and investigative documentary projects, with flexible setups adapted to production needs.
While labor rules apply to both, film and photo productions often differ in crew size, scheduling, and technical requirements, which are considered during planning.
Yes. Crews are available for social media campaigns, digital content, and online-first productions, while still operating within professional labor frameworks.
Yes. Italian crews frequently collaborate with international directors, cinematographers, and creative teams on global productions.
Yes. Crews can be hired for long-term or multi-week productions, with schedules structured to comply with labor rules and rest requirements.
Yes. Italy supports crew hire for TV series, episodic content, and long-form productions, including international co-productions.
Italian labor rules mandate minimum rest periods between working days. These rules must be respected when building multi-day schedules.
Yes. Crews can be hired for restricted locations, but additional coordination, permits, and scheduling considerations apply.
Yes. Crew hire is typically supported by local production management to coordinate schedules, logistics, and compliance.
Yes. International key crew can be combined with local Italian crews, provided scheduling and labor rules are respected.
Italian labor rules directly influence working hours, overtime, travel time, and cancellations, making them a key factor in crew budgeting.
A detailed overview of Italian crew rates, working hours, overtime, and scheduling rules is available in our Italy Crew Rates & Labor Rules reference guide.
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