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Location Spotlight: Australia

02/12/2022
Production Services
Los Angeles, USA
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Global Production Network partner Spinnaker Films gives us the lay of the land down under

Founded in 2009, and based in Sydney, Spinnaker Films provides production services throughout Australia. 

With tropical islands, crystal clear waters, scorched deserts, snowy mountains, architectural cityscapes and all four seasons, our region offers some of the world’s most varied locations with diverse casts, talented crews, and state of the art camera, grip and lighting equipment.

We facilitate productions of all sizes from commercials, TV, streaming services and film to online content and plate shoots. Spinnaker Films specialises in anticipating and facilitating our international clients needs and making the complex - simple.“


LBB> How would you pitch Australia to any production companies looking to shoot in your region?

Spinnaker Films> Australia’s the ideal destination for any upcoming projects as it offers a variety of locations and with world-class crew and cast, and the opposite season of what the Northern hemisphere experiences, making it the perfect filming location for your next campaign.


LBB> What are the main qualities of your region? 

Spinnaker Films> Australia offers such a variety of landscapes - beautiful beaches, rocky mountainous terrain, lush forests and vast dry outback locations, just to name a few. Architecturally, we have beautiful cityscapes that range from historic buildings to modern designs of various cultural influences. In short, whatever clients need, we’ve got it. 

Besides the plethora of locations, we also have access to a large pool of multicultural talent here. Which is why it’s the perfect place to shoot global campaigns ads here (as we often do!).

Our crew is of world-class quality. Numerous award-winning, highly sought-after cinematographers, art directors and editors are based in Australia.

Another factor that sets us apart is that Australia is one of the safest countries, so that alone often gives our international clients a peace of mind. 

Australia offers all four seasons - and the opposite season of what the northern hemisphere experiences, making it the perfect filming location for your next campaign. 

LBB> What would you say are the top locations in Australia? What is available - from mountains, to beaches, to rocky shore, to architecture, etc. Include plants and wildlife and demographics.

Spinnaker Films> Australia offers such a variety of landscapes - beautiful beaches, rocky mountainous terrain, lush forests and vast dry outback locations, just to name a few. Architecturally, we have beautiful cityscapes that range from historic buildings to modern designs of various cultural influences. 


LBB> Which location would you describe as the biggest attribute to local production?

Spinnaker Films> It’s impossible to narrow down the reason for Australia’s popularity into one location because I think it’s popularity stems from its wide variety of natural landscapes. But I think it can offer all kinds of otherworldly “extreme” landscapes that people often want to shoot in. If you want “extremely vast,” “extremely dry,” or “extremely mountainous,” even “extremely lush”, Australia has it all. This is why Australia is a popular destination for filming car commercials.


LBB> Explain the climate and the best/worst times to shoot in Australia?

Spinnaker Films> Australia has all four seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter. But what makes it unique is that it offers the opposite season to the Northern hemisphere. So when it’s winter in the US, it’s summer here, making it the perfect country to shoot your upcoming campaign.


LBB> What specific work permits/Visas are required to shoot in Australia?

Spinnaker Films> Those directly involved with the filming, including directors and cinematographers will need to get a work visa for filming.


LBB> How is the infrastructure in Australia for supporting large productions? Access to high-level cameras and kit, casting, crews, studios etc.

Spinnaker Films> World-class crew and equipment are available in Australia. Australia easily and often accommodates for big productions including Hollywood films.


LBB> What have been your biggest/most successful production in Australia to date? Provide images/video if you wish.

Spinnaker Films> Recently, we worked with Dentsu and PICT (Production Company) on Toyota’s GR Yaris campaign. Shot on film in rural Australia. It won the GOLD CUBE Award at the 2021 ADC Annual Awards.

LBB> As an outsider, what would you say are the biggest Dos and Don’ts in the region? For example: religious sites, language, attire to be worn, how to speak to the locals etc. 

Spinnaker Films> Australia is a relaxed, multicultural country that accepts people for who they are. I don’t think there are any don’ts! 


LBB> What would be your number one tip to any coming to Australia to shoot a campaign/film?

Spinnaker Films> Pack your swimwear so you can sneak an ocean dip in between filming.


LBB> Where would you suggest a foreign production stay while they are in Australia? 

Spinnaker Films> Depends where you’re filming at but if you’re visiting Sydney, we always recommend staying in the Potts Point area. Lots of great restaurants and bars.


LBB> Where are the best bars/restaurants? Any hidden gems you could suggest?

Spinnaker Films> Fratelli Paradiso in Potts Point.


LBB> Any other tourist recommendations?

Spinnaker Films> Time permitting, we’d recommend the Bondi to Coogee walk. 

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