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Film Fixer & Production Services Across France
FAB FIXERS provides comprehensive film production services and fixer support for international crews filming anywhere in France. Based in Paris since 2014, we coordinate productions across all French regions — from Normandy's D-Day beaches to the French Riviera.
Whether you're filming a documentary, news coverage, branded content, or feature film, FAB FIXERS delivers seamless production coordination from pre-production through wrap.
Filming Locations Across France
FAB FIXERS has coordinated shoots in every major French region, securing access to iconic landmarks, historic sites, natural landscapes, and exclusive private locations.
PARIS & ÎLE-DE-FRANCE
• Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre-Dame, Arc de Triomphe
• Palace of Versailles
• Corporate headquarters and luxury brand locations
• Seine riverbanks, Montmartre, Le Marais
NORMANDY
• D-Day landing beaches (Omaha, Utah, Gold, Juno, Sword)
• Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial
• Historic WWII sites and bunkers
• Mont-Saint-Michel
• Medieval towns (Bayeux, Rouen)
• Recent project: Delta Air Lines D-Day 80 Documentary (June 2024)
PROVENCE & FRENCH RIVIERA
• Lavender fields and hilltop villages
• Cannes, Nice, Saint-Tropez
• Luberon, Gorges du Verdon
• Historic cities (Avignon, Aix-en-Provence)
• Vineyards and olive groves
LOIRE VALLEY
• Renaissance châteaux (Chambord, Chenonceau, Amboise)
• Historic towns and medieval fortresses
• Vineyards and river landscapes
FRENCH ALPS
• Alpine villages and mountain landscapes
• Year-round outdoor locations
BRITTANY
• Medieval towns (Saint-Malo, Dinan)
• Celtic heritage sites
• Fishing villages
LYON & AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES
• UNESCO World Heritage historic quarter
• Gastronomy capital (Michelin-starred restaurants, Les Halles)
• Roman ruins and Renaissance architecture
• Nearby Alps and wine regions
BORDEAUX & NOUVELLE-AQUITAINE
• World-famous vineyards
• Historic Bordeaux city center
• Basque Country
CHAMPAGNE REGION
• Champagne houses and cellars (Moët, Veuve Clicquot, Dom Pérignon)
• Rolling vineyards and historic estates
• Reims Cathedral
And every other French region — we coordinate productions nationwide.
France Filming Permits
Filming in France requires navigating complex permit requirements that vary by location, municipality, and site type.
FAB FIXERS has over 10 years of experience securing filming permits across France, with established relationships with local authorities, monument administrations, and private property owners.
NATIONAL MONUMENTS & LANDMARKS
We secure permits for France's most iconic locations:
• Eiffel Tower filming authorizations
• Louvre Museum and Musée d'Orsay permissions
• Palace of Versailles filming permits
• Notre-Dame Cathedral
• Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées
• Mont-Saint-Michel
• Normandy American Cemetery
• And all other Monuments Nationaux
MUNICIPAL FILMING PERMITS
We coordinate with city authorities across France:
• Paris filming permits (Mairie de Paris, Préfecture de Police)
• Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, Nice municipal authorizations
• Public space permits (streets, parks, squares, waterfronts)
• Traffic management coordination
• Parking permits for production vehicles
REGIONAL & DEPARTMENTAL PERMITS
• Préfecture authorizations for regional filming
• Natural park and protected area permits
• Beach and coastal filming permissions
• Mountain and ski resort access
PRIVATE LOCATIONS
We facilitate access to:
• Châteaux and historic estates
• Vineyards and wine domains
• Private beaches and coastal properties
• Corporate headquarters and luxury brands
• Michelin-starred restaurants
• Hotels and exclusive venues
SPECIALIST PERMITS
• Drone filming authorizations (DGAC compliance)
• Railway station filming (SNCF coordination)
• Airport filming permits
• Highway and autoroute filming
• Military site access (when applicable)
Recent success: Secured exclusive Notre-Dame construction site access for CBC News (2024), Omaha Beach and Normandy American Cemetery permits for Delta Air Lines D-Day 80 Documentary (2024), and Olympic venue access for CBC Olympics coverage (2024).
Production Services Across France
FAB FIXERS provides end-to-end production coordination for shoots anywhere in France.
LOCATION SCOUTING
• Regional location research and recommendations
• Site visits and photography
• Access assessment and feasibility studies
• Backup location identification
• Logistical evaluation (parking, power, facilities)
CREW SOURCING
We source experienced French crew nationwide:
• Directors of Photography (DOPs)
• Camera operators and assistants
• Sound recordists and boom operators
• Gaffers and lighting technicians
• Grips and rigging specialists
• Production assistants and drivers
• Hair, makeup, and wardrobe
• All technical positions
EQUIPMENT RENTAL COORDINATION
• Camera packages (ARRI, RED, Sony, Canon)
• Lighting equipment (HMI, LED, tungsten)
• Sound recording gear
• Grip equipment and specialty rigs
• Drone equipment (with certified pilots)
• Sourced from Paris and regional rental houses
TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS
• Production vehicles (vans, trucks, specialty vehicles)
• Crew transportation from airports to locations
• Equipment transport and shipping
• Accommodation booking (hotels, apartments, location houses)
• Catering coordination (set catering, craft services)
TALENT COORDINATION
• Casting services
• Talent booking and management
• On-camera interviews coordination
• Voice-over artists and translators
TRANSLATION & INTERPRETATION
• Fluent English-French support throughout production
• Spanish and Portuguese available
• Technical translation for scripts and releases
• On-set interpretation
PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
• Budget management and cost control
• Daily scheduling and call sheets
• Union and labor law compliance
• Insurance coordination
• Risk assessment and safety protocols
• On-set coordination and troubleshooting
Recent France Productions
FAB FIXERS has coordinated high-profile productions for leading international broadcasters and brands:
RED VENTURES / THE POINTS GUY — Luxury Travel Content (September-December 2025)
Multi-location shoot across northern Italy (Lake Como, Milan, San Siro Stadium) and Spain (Camino de Santiago, San Sebastian, Bilbao). Coordinated Michelin-starred restaurant filming, luxury hotel access, and cultural locations.
DELTA AIR LINES — D-Day 80 Documentary (June 2024)
Ten-day documentary shoot across Normandy featuring 40 WWII veterans aged 97-103. Coordinated filming at Omaha Beach, Utah Beach, Normandy American Cemetery, Sainte-Mère-Église, Mont-Saint-Michel, and Carentan. Secured complex permits for historic sites and Official International D-Day Ceremony. Assembled specialized crew including drone pilot, set designer, and production manager.
CBC NEWS — Paris 2024 Olympic Games Coverage
Coordinated multi-week Olympics coverage across Paris Olympic venues. Managed credentials, access, crew logistics, and live broadcast support.
CBC NEWS — Notre-Dame Reopening Coverage (2024)
Secured exclusive access to Notre-Dame construction site weeks before official reopening. Coordinated filming inside the cathedral during restoration, navigating complex safety protocols and multiple government agencies.
PBS — Presidential Interview at Élysée Palace (2023)
Facilitated high-security shoot at Élysée Palace, coordinating with Presidential administration, security services, and protocol teams.
WASHINGTON POST — French Political Coverage (2014 - 2024)
Ongoing coordination for Washington Post correspondents covering French politics, farmer protests, elections, and breaking news across France.
CHANEL — Luxury Brand Content (2019)
Production coordination for Chanel branded content and corporate communications.
And 50+ additional productions since 2014.
Why Choose FAB FIXERS for France Filming
ESTABLISHED TRACK RECORD
• 10+ years coordinating productions across France
• Trusted by PBS, BBC, CBC News, Apple TV, National Geographic, Chanel, Delta Air Lines, Washington Post
NATIONWIDE COVERAGE
• Paris headquarters with nationwide reach
• Experience in all major French regions
• Regional crew and vendor relationships
• Brussels office for cross-border productions
PERMIT EXPERTISE
• Established relationships with French authorities
• Proven success securing complex permits
• Access to restricted and exclusive locations
• Monument, municipal, and private property coordination
HIGH-PROFILE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
• Olympic Games coverage
• Presidential interviews and government access
• Historic site filming (Notre-Dame, D-Day sites)
• Luxury brand productions
• Breaking news coordination
MULTILINGUAL SUPPORT
• Fluent French, English, Spanish, Portuguese
• Cultural fluency and local knowledge
• Translation and interpretation services
• International crew experience
FULL-SERVICE COORDINATION
• Single point of contact for entire production
• Pre-production through post-production support
• Budget management and cost control
• 24-hour availability for urgent requests
• Problem-solving and crisis management
PRODUCTION INTELLIGENCE
Our approach goes beyond traditional fixing — we provide production intelligence:
• Anticipating challenges before they arise
• Real-time problem-solving on location
• Multi-stakeholder coordination
• Cultural protocol navigation
• Risk assessment and mitigation