What does a fixer do?

A fixer manages all local logistics for international film crews, including location scouting, permits, crew sourcing, equipment rental, translation, and on-ground coordination. Fixers serve as your local production partner, handling everything from government access to cultural protocol.

Why do I need a fixer in France?

France has complex filming permit requirements, language barriers, and cultural protocols that are difficult to navigate without local expertise. A fixer like FAB FIXERS ensures smooth production by handling permits (Eiffel Tower, museums, government sites), sourcing bilingual crew, and coordinating all logistics from pre-production through wrap.

How much does a fixer cost in France?

Fixer rates in France typically range from €400-800 per day depending on project scope and complexity. Full production coordination including permits, crew, and equipment sourcing is usually quoted per project. FAB FIXERS provides detailed quotes within 24-48 hours based on your specific needs.

What filming permits are required in Paris?

Paris filming requires permits from multiple authorities: Mairie de Paris for public spaces, Prefecture de Police for street filming, individual monument authorities (Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Arc de Triomphe), and private property owners. FAB FIXERS handles all permit applications and coordinates with French authorities on your behalf.

Can you film at the Eiffel Tower?

Yes, but it requires advance permits and fees. Commercial filming at the Eiffel Tower requires authorization from SETE (Société d'Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel), typically €2,000-5,000 with 4-6 week lead time. FAB FIXERS has secured Eiffel Tower permits for PBS, CBC, Delta Air Lines, and other clients.

Do you provide crew and equipment?

Yes, FAB FIXERS sources experienced bilingual crew (DOPs, sound recordists, gaffers, PAs) and coordinates equipment rental from Paris's best rental houses. We've built a network of 100+ trusted professionals across France and Belgium over 10 years.

Can you help with filming in Brussels and Belgium?

Yes, FAB FIXERS is based in both Paris and Brussels. We provide full fixer services across Belgium including EU institutions (European Parliament, Commission), Brussels landmarks (Grand Place, Atomium), and Belgian regions (Flanders, Wallonia, Bruges, Antwerp).

What clients have you worked with?

FAB FIXERS has coordinated productions for PBS, BBC, CBC News, Netflix, National Geographic, The Washington Post, Delta Air Lines, Chanel, and Airbnb. Recent projects include CBC's Paris 2024 Olympics coverage, Notre-Dame exclusive access, and Delta Air Lines' D-Day 80 documentary in Normandy.

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Film Fixer & Production Services in France and Belgium

FAB FIXERS provides film production services and fixer support for international crews filming in France and Belgium. Based in Paris and Brussels, we specialize in location scouting, filming permits, crew sourcing, and full production coordination across France and Belgium— from Paris to Brussels, the Eiffel Tower to the Grand Place, Normandy beaches to Flanders fields, the French Riviera to Wallonia.

Since 2014, we've worked with PBS, BBC, CBC News, Netflix, National Geographic, Chanel, and Delta Air Lines on documentaries, news coverage, branded content, and feature films. Whether you're filming in Paris, Brussels, or anywhere in France, FAB FIXERS delivers seamless production support from pre-production through wrap.

What is a Film Fixer?

A fixer (also called a line producer or production coordinator) helps international crews film in foreign locations by managing all local logistics.

Fixers handle:

Location scouting and permits
Local crew and equipment sourcing
Translation and cultural liaison
Transportation and accommodation
Government and institutional access
On-ground production coordination

In France and Belgium, FAB FIXERS provides comprehensive fixer services for documentaries, news coverage, branded content, and feature films.

Our Services

A reporter for ABC Australia covering the Notre-Dame Cathedral Fire in Central Paris in April 2015

Filming Permits & Access

Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame permits
Mairie de Paris & Préfecture de Police coordination
National Monuments Authorizations
EU institutions access (Brussels)
Recent projects: Elysée Palace Presidential Interview

Crew Sourcing & Coordination

Bilingual French-English crew (DOPs, sound, lighting, PAs)
Multilingual coordination (Spanish, Portuguese available)
Technical specialists (drone pilots, gaffers, grips)
Talent coordination and casting
Crew management and scheduling
Network: 100+ trusted professionals across France and Belgium

A filming crew in a lavender field on the Valensole Plateau in the South of France

Translation & Cultural Liaison

On-set interpretation (French, English, Spanish, Portuguese)
Document translation
Cultural protocol guidance
Interview coordination
Journalist and fixer support
Recent project: Interpreting for a Gisèle Pélicot interview for CBC News

Filming crew at the Pont du Gard Roman Aqueduct in Southern France

Location Scouting

Comprehensive location research in France & Belgium
Site visits and photography
Negotiation with property owners
On-set location management
Backup location identification
Recent projects: DDay beaches, Olympics venues, Notre-Dame Cathedral

Filming crew in front of the Eiffel Tower at the Esplanade du Trocadéro in Paris, France

Equipment & Logistics

Camera & lighting rental coordination
Transportation (crew & equipment)
Accomodation booking
Catering Coordination
On-ground production support

Filming in France & Belgium

“Virgile came highly recommended from colleagues in the company, having had previously worked with CBC News as a fixer/local producer on numerous occasions, including the Paris 2024 Olympic.””

— Andrea Hoang, CBC News/Radio Canada

Film fixer coordinating production at Eiffel Tower Paris France

Cruise on the Seine, 2023 © Demo Dema for Fab Fixers

About FAB FIXERS

FAB FIXERS is an French fixer and production company operating from our hubs in Paris and Brussels. It was founded by Virgile Demoustier, a French fixer and practicing artist (Demo Dema).

This dual perspective — production logistics AND visual storytelling — means FAB FIXERS understands your creative vision and find solutions that serve the story, not just the schedule.

CBC News/Radio Canada recently hired FAB FIXERS to cover the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, and to gain exclusive access to the construction site of Notre-Dame-de-Paris before its grand reopening in December 2024.

In 2023, FAB FIXERS coordinated an exclusive interview with French President Macron at the Elysée Presidential Palace in Paris, for the acclaimed PBS docu series A Brief History of the Future.

FAB FIXERS’ work includes coordinating production for the documentary Why We Dream commissioned by Delta Air Lines for DDay 80 (2024), overseeing the making of Airbnbx Musée d’Orsay experience for the Opening Ceremony of the Paris Olympics (2024), and covering Red Bull’s Road to BC1 breakdance competition (2022).

FAB FIXERS has worked with prominent news organisations like National Geographic, the Washington Post, the Economist, PBS, the BBC, Vice News and ABC Australia, and brands like the NBA, Apple TV, Chanel, the Lonely Planet or EA Sports.

FAB FIXERS produced significant video interviews with high-profile figures such as football icon Kylian Mbappé, Malian superstars Amadou & Mariam, NBA legend Boris Diaw and social activist Latifa Ibn Ziaten.

Since 2014, FAB FIXERS has coordinated productions in Paris, Brussels, Normandy, the French Riviera, Lyon, Provence, and across France and Belgium.

“A valuable asset to my reporting efforts, Virgile deeply understands how journalists operate, how they think, what they need and how to best support their work. He is an excellent interpreter, can work fast and stays cool in a crisis.”

— Griff Witte, The Washington Post

CBC News Paris Olympics 2024 coverage with FAB FIXERS

About Virgile Demoustier | French Fixer & Line Producer

"My name is Virgile, I’m a French fixer, producer and practicing artist. Since 2014, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with a network of remarkable professionals, all of whom excel in their fields. After a career in project management in Buenos Aires and Paris, I launched my fixing and production business, initially covering the news for the Washington Post before expanding into various production projects. I am dedicated to bringing your project to full completion, with a keen attention to detail and a genuine interest in the people I work with."

Virgile Demoustier (born in 1986, Paris, France) works and lives between Paris and Brussels. Virgile moved with his family at a young age to the Philippines, and has since lived in Cambodia, Yemen, France, Argentina, Morocco, the UK and Belgium. Virgile studied International Affairs at Sciences Po Paris (2011) and Fine Art Painting at the University of Brighton, UK (2020). Virgile is fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese, in addition to his native French.

  
    Trusted by Leading International Productions
      100+
      International productions since 2014
    

      15+
      Countries served
    

      500+
      Filming days coordinated
    
Notable ClientsNews Media: PBS, BBC, CBC News, The Washington Post, National Geographic, Vice News, ABC Australia
Brands: Delta Air Lines, Chanel, Airbnb, NBA, Red Bull, Apple TV
Recent High-Profile Projects (2024)CBC News: Paris 2024 Olympics coverage (venue access, crew coordination, multi-week production)
CBC News: Notre-Dame construction site exclusive access (December 2024 reopening coverage)
Delta Air Lines: D-Day 80 Documentary featuring 40 WWII veterans (Normandy, June 2024)
PBS: Presidential interview at Élysée Palace (2023)
Airbnb: Musée d'Orsay Olympic Opening Ceremony partnership

  