What Is China Grip? Your Gateway to Seamless Production
China Grip provides professional video production services for international clients seeking reliable support throughout China. When global brands and filmmakers require dependable production assistance in this complex market, they consistently turn to China Grip expertise. At Shoot in China, our specialized China Grip services establish the foundational framework necessary for successful projects, delivering bilingual production crews, comprehensive location logistics management, and technical precision specifically tailored to international client requirements. With an impressive portfolio of over 1,600 projects successfully completed since our establishment in 2012, we specialize in simplifying complex productions across major urban centers including Shanghai, Beijing, and numerous other locations throughout the country.
Why Choose Our Production Services?
Navigating China’s dynamic and often challenging filming landscape demands genuine local expertise and established relationships. Our production solutions distinguish themselves through multiple competitive advantages that ensure project success. The bilingual coordination team eliminates communication barriers with fluent English-Mandarin producers and experienced fixers who understand both Western expectations and Chinese business practices. Our turnkey efficiency approach manages every production detail from government permits and location scouting to equipment rentals and crew management, all coordinated under one streamlined roof. The cost-effective execution methodology leverages our extensive local network to prevent budget overruns and scheduling delays that commonly affect international productions operating in China without proper local support.
Comprehensive Production Support Services
End-to-End Filming Assistance
Our professional teams stationed strategically in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Chengdu deliver full-spectrum production services covering every phase of the creative process. This comprehensive support includes initial concept development and scriptwriting, high-quality 4K/8K filming with professional cinematographers, and complete post-production services. Whether coordinating a commercial shoot amidst Chongqing’s dramatic urban landscape or documenting authentic stories in Hong Kong’s vibrant streets, we guarantee seamless execution from pre-production planning through final delivery. Our project managers maintain constant communication with clients to ensure creative vision alignment and operational excellence throughout the entire production timeline.
Specialized Equipment and Advanced Technology
We maintain an extensive inventory of premium production equipment to meet diverse filming requirements and technical specifications. Our rental offerings include top-tier camera systems from industry leaders like Arri, Sony, and Canon, complemented by comprehensive lighting packages and professional audio recording equipment. For aerial perspectives, our licensed drone pilots operate approved equipment for stunning cinematic footage while adhering to China’s strict aviation regulations. The technological capabilities extend to advanced motion graphics development and sophisticated localization tools that adapt content for specific regional markets and cultural contexts, ensuring maximum audience engagement and message effectiveness.
Primary Service Locations Across China
Our operational footprint spans nationwide, with particularly deep roots and established relationships in key production hubs. In Shanghai, we leverage access to corporate headquarters and the city’s iconic skyline backdrops that appeal to commercial and corporate clients. Beijing operations benefit from our familiarity with cultural landmarks and established government liaison support that streamlines permit acquisition and location access. The Chengdu and Chongqing regions offer authentic regional storytelling locations that provide distinctive visual character for documentary and narrative projects. Shenzhen and Hong Kong locations capitalize on tech-driven environments and international connectivity that support productions requiring cutting-edge facilities and global accessibility.
Partner with Experienced Production Professionals
Our leadership team combines international production standards with genuine local market insights developed through years of hands-on experience. Matt Clarke brings 16 years of BBC-trained production management expertise that ensures projects meet global quality benchmarks while adapting to local conditions. Clark Wang contributes exceptional cross-cultural negotiation skills and logistics mastery that navigate China’s unique business environment effectively. Yann Ma adds award-winning documentary direction capabilities and proven crisis-solving abilities that maintain production continuity even when facing unexpected challenges. This diverse leadership ensures that every China Grip project benefits from comprehensive expertise across creative, technical, and operational dimensions.
Additional Services to Enhance Your Project
Beyond core production support, we offer complementary services that elevate project outcomes and expand distribution potential. Our video localization and subtitling capabilities cover more than 12 languages, ensuring content resonates with diverse international audiences. Corporate photography services deliver high-quality visual assets with rapid turnaround times to meet tight publication schedules. Custom animation development enhances brand storytelling through engaging motion graphics that communicate complex messages clearly and memorably. These integrated services provide clients with a complete creative solution that addresses both production and post-production requirements through a single trusted partner, simplifying the entire content creation process while maintaining consistent quality standards across all deliverables.