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Specialty Camera Rigs
Advanced rigging solutions for your Croatian production.
Here is how this works in practice. Specialty rigs are purpose-built car platforms designed for mounting cameras and capturing dynamic driving, chase, and motion sequences. From Russian arms and camera cars to process trailers and insert cars, these rigs enable complex moving shots that would be impossible with standard gear.
Here is the short of it. We source specialty camera rigs and cars from skilled local operators who know the safety and tech needs of car-mounted filming. Our team sets up rig availability, tech specs, and logistics to make sure your unit can capture dynamic vehicular sequences safely and efficiently.
Capabilities
Specialty Equipment
Vehicle rigs, cable systems, motion control, and custom solutions.
Advanced Rigging Solutions
Capabilities
Our Process
Shot Consultation
Knowing your vision and talking about the specific shots you need to achieve.
Rig Selection
Recommending the right specialty gear and rigging solutions for your shots.
Safety Planning
Full safety planning and risk assessment for specialty rig operation.
Execution Support
Skilled operators and technicians to make sure safe, successful execution.
On Location
Specialty camera rigs for Croatian productions — Russian arms, camera cars, process trailers and cable cams — are coordinated from the Zagreb base, with cross-border units drawn from neighbouring EU markets when needed.
Here is how this works in practice. We source specialty camera rigs and car-mounted sites from skilled local operators who know the safety and tech demands of dynamic vehicular filming, setting up rig openings, tech specs and logistics so a unit can capture moving sequences safely. Croatia's coastal roads and dramatic island landscapes are a frequent draw for chase and driving work, and the country's service-production reputation. Deepened by global features since Game of Thrones brought sustained volume to Dubrovnik and Split.
Here is the short of it. Has broadened the pool of operators and rigging crews ready. Because Croatia is in the EU single market. The Schengen area, Russian arms, pursuit cars and motion-control rigs that are not in the local fleet move freely by road from pro operators in neighbouring Italy. Slovenia, Austria and Hungary, with no carnet needed for that EU transport. This lets us match a production to specific rigs without border friction.
Here is the breakdown. Specialty rig work needs road closures, permits and authority planning, and our team manages that with Croatian authorities. Including plan for driving sequences on coastal routes and within the constraints of historic locations such as Dubrovnik and Split. We conduct thorough risk assessments and make sure rigging meets Croatian safety rules.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Weather is a real operational factor: the strong bura wind can close exposed coastal roads and bridges and makes elevated rig work on arms and cable cams hazardous, so we plan around forecasts, while hot Mediterranean summers and salt air factor into gear handling near the sea. Non-EU shoots importing their own specialty rigs clear ATA Carnets through Croatian customs. Specialty rig hire from Croatian operators counts as qualifying spend under the 'Filming in Croatia' incentive administered by HAVC, the Croatian Audiovisual Centre. A 25 percent cash rebates on eligible Croatian spend, rising to 30 percent in less-developed regions.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicle rigs do you provide?
We supply Russian arms, pursuit arms, and complete chase car setups for car work. Our rigs accommodate many camera packages and give smooth, dynamic movement while shooting driving sequences.
Can you provide cable cam systems?
Yes, we give cable cam and wire cam systems for aerial coverage. These can span many distances and heights, giving smooth horizontal and vertical movement for sports, events, and film production.
What motion control options are available?
We give motion control systems including programmable heads and Bolt-style arms for precise, repeatable camera movements. These are key for VFX work, product shots, and complex choreographed sequences.
Do you build custom rigs?
Yes, our grip and rigging team can design and build custom mounting solutions for unique shot needs. From POV cameras to crash housings, we create solutions for shots that standard gear can't achieve.
Do you provide operators?
Yes, specialty rigs need skilled operators for safe, effective use. We give skilled technicians who know both the gear and the safety needs for specialty rigging work.
What about safety and insurance?
Safety is paramount with specialty rigs. We conduct thorough risk assessments, give appropriate safety gear, and make sure all rigging work meets Croatian safety rules. Full insurance is ready.
Related Services
Productions in Croatia that need this often pair it with Production Vehicles for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Grip Equipment and Power Distribution Systems.
On Set
Need Specialty Rigs?
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