We provide talented local production professionals and equipment for world-leading broadcasters and brands
OUR CLIENTS
We combine state-of-the-art equipment, knowledge, and enthusiasm with friendly communication, multiple languages, and cultural awareness to care for the people and talent we work with so they feel comfortable and can outperform.
Where We Are.
Germany | Austria | Belgium | Netherlands | Slovakia | Italy | Spain | Switzerland | Czechia | Poland | United Kingdom | United Arab Emirates | Lithuania |
Germany | Austria | Belgium | Netherlands | Slovakia | Italy | Spain | Switzerland | Czechia | Poland | United Kingdom | United Arab Emirates | Lithuania |
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Vienna, Salzburg, Graz, Linz, St. Pölten
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Brussels, Brugge, Antwerp
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Hannover, Hamburg, Munich, Frankfurt, Köln, Dortmund, Leipzig, Nuremberg, Göttingen
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Amsterdam, Eindhoven, Rotterdam
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Milan, Bologna
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Mallorca (Palma), Barcelona, Madrid
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Zürich, Geneva, Bern
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Prague, Pilsen
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Warsaw, Gdansk, Poznan, Wrocław
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London, Portsmouth, Southampton
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Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah
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Vilnius, Kaunas
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Bratislava, Žilina
Location Hubs by Country
Worldwide production experts locally sourced for your production
Why Clients choose us.
Cost-effective locally sourced crews who have the expertise and experience to work independently while navigating complex and intense shoots as a daily business. You become part of a family that takes care of each other, of you and of the demands of your production.
Alex Lake (Lakey) acts as a first point of contact for international broadcasters, production companies, and new clients to quickly understand production demands and create localised cost-effective solutions.
He works together with the flare management team below to put together the right crew to support each production with locally sourced equipment, crews, and logistics. We are a fast-moving family of support that guarantees our clients are well taken care of.
A team of local managers keep clients informed throughout the production process and ensures visions are realised.
Our Concept.
Alex Lake
Germany; UK ; Mallorca
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Alex has been trusted by production managers around the world to provide exceptional production professionals for international broadcasters, leading brands and growing companies. An established D.O.P and steadicam operator by trade he went on to work more closely with his main passion - People. He built a company based on being accountable for a production process remaining constant throughout, keeping clients informed and ensuring visions are realised whilst supporting and developing those who work for the flare MEDIA family.
Meet the
Management
Stuart Jolley
Vienna, Austria
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British born DOP Stu, successfully established in Vienna with a wide network of crew members, helps our clients source local production professionals and equipment to get the job done. A wide skill-set from shooting, audio and adobe editing, Stu is as capable technically as he is with managing the crew members to ensure your shoot is outstanding.
Mike Kvick
Vienna, Austria
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Relied upon by clients big and small, Mike is always happy to bring their dreams to life. During the in-between, he’s always open for a good chat, a hearty laugh, or a picturesque run together towards the sunset. With a drive to enjoy life fully, Mike gives 100% to whatever he sets his mind to. Whether it's Audio Operating or running as a DoP, he’s always got his eyes and ears out to help make the next production that much better.
Eddie Monteiro
Berlin, Germany
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Kind natured and taking highly complex and intense production demands with great ease. Eddie has proven a tremendous resource for our clients including local knowledge and contacts in the World of Film and Television within Berlin. Trained in multiple disciplines including Audio, Camera Operating and Producing, Eddie took the time to invest in his skill set so that clients can value his diversity and he can ensure teams perform as required having the personal knowledge through experience of what each role must fulfil in order to meet our clients expectations.
Fabrizio Fornizerro
Bologna, Italy
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Known historically as every tennis player's best friend, the incredibly kind and talented Fabry is one of the best live camera operators on planet Earth! Building on experience he pioneered the use of the Sony fx series on stabilised gimbals for live broadcast and non live use transforming coverage as we know it and adding massive value
to now many different broadcasts Worldwide using custom made technology. He has the knowledge of cameras and engineering alike to deliver and is an ease for productions to deal with. Local management and supplier of equipment in Italy we are proud to have Fabry take care of our clients.
Ben Fayala
Dubai, UAE
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Hugely experienced as a DOP and the manager of both a studio set within Dubai and multiple crews, Ben is a rock of stability for us and our clients in the UAE. Also a certified drone pilot with the correct licences and local knowledge with the contacts to cover these production areas. Speaking fluent Arabic, French and English, Ben manages productions maintaining the highest of standards whilst communicating to all invested parties keeping them informed and satisfied. He has a strong history of outstanding results.
Olly Collis
Dubai, UAE
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With golf as his passion both on and off the course, people person Olly is a delight to put in front of our clients in Dubai knowing he has the kind nature and ability to deliver as a capable Producer team manager. He invested in himself to become a capable editor who also understands the discipline of shooting. After gaining years of international experience Worldwide, Olly also applied himself in several short form content pushes on social media including sub60 content that thrives in the current market and he is our go to guru when it comes to delivering on social media platforms and having someone with the rare combination of being able to shoot, edit and deliver content that brands demand in short form.
Ursin Caderas
London, UK; Switzerland
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Emmy-nominated producer and reporter for live and non-live content, specialising in sport and travel. 20 years of experience covering global news (CNN) and major sporting events (Olympics, FIFA World Cup, ATP Tour etc.). Brings a wealth of experience in live TV and creative content production, with a passion for in-depth storytelling. Strong skills in crafting compelling narratives, particularly in unscripted situations and run-and-gun environments. Strong interviewer who's used to dealing with high-profile people.
Matt Boyle
London, UK; LA, USA
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Matt is a London based sound recordist/audio engineer and live mixer. He has been working in TV audio for 28 years working on sports, documentaries, and entertainment programming. Matt is genial to clients and crew alike, he is diligent, helpful, calm and knowledgeable. Matt has worked all over the world, for numerous clients, he has a Green Card so is able to live and work in the US, he also has an Irish passport so can continue to work post Brexit on long term projects in Europe.
Oli Cullimore
London, UK
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Oli is a London-based lighting camera operator with a diverse background spanning commercials, online content, documentary, drama, and OB productions. Oli has worked on projects for clients including Warner Bros, Disney, Sky and CBS as well as multiple renowned BBC broadcast and online programs. Oli has a wealth of experience operating many cameras, he personally owns and operates both the Sony FX6 & FX3 Cinema Line cameras. We identified Oli early on as not only an incredibly capable DOP but also as an individual who could manage multi camera productions and teams on his own representing our clients best interests as we take care of their productions.
Mantvydas Plynius
Vilnius, Lithuania
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Mantvydas Plynius, Camera operator, Dop, videographer, 21 years of live broadcast experience, same as studio work , run&gun , drone , gimbal, jib crane, green screen, editing skills. Married, but still feels passion for field zoom lenses combined with superslomo or himotion cameras to freeze and expose clients desired actions and emotions, also good at hiding imperfections. Work experience across four continents in various basketball, football, poker and other sport events,tv shows and concerts . Disciplined, happy and creative boy from Lithuania at your service.
Óscar Vigil
Madrid, Spain
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When it comes to Spain, Oscar is our go to manager. Highly experienced in multi camera shoots, people warm to him his lovely character and he consistently delivers as a DOP and manager of crews serving our clients demands with ease and professionalism. Established under the concept of Imagine Art he is a stand out talent we are proud to have on board to lead the team in Spain.
Sebastian Bock
Hamburg, Germany
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With 20 years of Worldwide experience in feature film production, commercials and flip-ups, Sebastian is a rock of reliability with a wealth of trusted clients to his name who trust him to deliver. Particularly strong lighting DOP with prime lenses.
Germany | Austria | Belgium | Netherlands | Slovakia | Italy | Spain | Switzerland | Czechia | Poland | United Kingdom | United Arab Emirates | Lithuania |
Germany | Austria | Belgium | Netherlands | Slovakia | Italy | Spain | Switzerland | Czechia | Poland | United Kingdom | United Arab Emirates | Lithuania |
Meet the
Talent
Pat Calderwood
Munich, Germany
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DoP (and part-time Gaffer) based in Munich. 18 yrs. experience in commercials, docs and sports. Mainly automotive clients (AUDI, BMW, Porsche,...) and lots of HQ athletics shoots. From big car-commercials to trackside run-and-gun, to green screen or corporate videos. 15+ yrs. of Motorsports experience. I also offer Service Production for commercials/corporate; can outfit any shoot with locations, crew and kit. Fluid with all camera systems and always up-to-date with the latest tech. Also offer photography incl. retouch.
Sebastian Wunderlich
Berlin, Germany
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Sebastian is a Berlin-based Director of Photography and Colorist specializing in commercial and branded content. He began creating his own films at the age of 15. From 2011 to 2016, he studied cinematography in Berlin. Since then, he has completed numerous projects around the world. With a carefully selected range of equipment and extensive knowledge of all major camera manufacturers, he always has the expertise needed to achieve the desired visual style. However, his most important tool in his creative process remains the use of light in all its variations.
Nader Saffarri
Munich, Germany
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Nad has vast experience in Live TV, film and documentary work as a DOP making him an excellent choice for TV productions with some skill set crossover. Having built an excellent network in Munich Germany and being one of the most friendly gentlemen you could hope to meet, Nad will get things organised quickly whilst remaining an excellent point of contact and care for your shoot throughout.
Daniel Lucenic
Munich, Germany
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Daniel is a Munich-based producer for live and non-live content. He started his career in 2008 and is an experienced and reliable interviewer and procuction manager. From a first draft production concept to making big budget productions happen, he´s comfortable and calm in any situation. He´s used to working with customers worldwide. Previous clients include Red Bull, Deutsche Telekom, FC Bayern Munich (football and basketball) among others. His latest project was a seven-part documentary for FC Bayern Basketball.
Sebastian Jalsovec
Stuttgart, Germany
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Sebastian is a creative brain and has been working as a freelance director and editor for many years. He is responsible for various TVCs, commercials, image and product films, music videos, features and portraits. He is characterized by a high affinity for design and always on the run for new magic. His philosophy: Aesthete by screenwriting. Philanthropist as a director. A basement dweller in editing.
Matthew Warren
London, UK
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Matt is an experienced producer and project manager based in the UK, but often travels globally to work with some of the biggest organisations and on the biggest sporting events including FIFA World Cups & Olympic Games. A trained Broadcast Journalist and former BBC reporter, he has gone on to become a broadcast and digital branding expert, adept at recruiting and managing high quality creative teams, guiding broadcasters and digital agencies to success. Calm under pressure, collaborative, innovative and willing to go the extra, he is passionate about sport, culture and - as you can see from his profile pic - food!
Peter Comodulli
London, UK; EU
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Peter Comandulli, seasoned EVS Op and live replay expert with 16 years of broadcast experience, based in London and Barcelona and available worldwide. Bringing creativity and technical prowess, adept at handling diverse productions from sports to reality shows. Passionate about infotainment integration in venues and arenas, ready to innovate and collaborate. Currently seeking freelance opportunities in UK,EU,KSA, open to EVS operator roles and project proposals. Let’s bring live stories to life, together!
Conor El Sibai
Dubai, UAE; UK; EU
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Conor is an experienced producer who splits his time between the UK and Dubai. He’s worked with some of the biggest brands in the world and has a deep experience with and understanding of what they need to convey by cinematic storytelling. He is a calm head on intense productions and extremely approachable with the cultural awareness to successfully navigate to production results whilst keeping teams happy. Also, if you ask nicely he will bore you with details on how he ‘nearly made it’ playing rugby.
Ole Knetemann
Berlin, Germany
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Ole is a Berlin-based DoP who, like the city itself, serves a diverse range of fields: from TV to social media, brands, events to music videos and creative work, locally and worldwide. One of his strengths is his positive attitude when working with a wide variety of colleagues and clients. Since studying media studies 2005-2009, the camera has been his constant companion and painting with light is his greatest passion. He is familiar with the latest digital camera systems and has the knowledge to get the best picture out of every situation.
Danijel Spasojevic
Essen, Germany
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Danijel Spasojevic, from Essen, where he also attended school, brings fluent Serbian language skills along with his German heritage. With 23 years of experience as a freelancer in the audio and film industry, he has built a substantial network in the Rhein/Ruhr region. As an experienced sound technician and camera assistant, Danijel works in both the TV business and the corporate sector. His projects include the Bundesliga as well as various reports and documentaries. He knows exactly where to source additional video or audio equipment when needed and ensures that complex audio requirements are expertly managed and executed on-site. Whether in small or large teams, Danijel enjoys collaborating with different people to achieve the best results.
Burak Kücük
Munich, Germany
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I am from Munich, and in 2008, I began my training as a filmmaker, focusing on documentary films while spending the first few years creating concert films. That same year, I had my first opportunity to work as a 2nd camera assistant on a "Tatort" feature film production. After several internships, including in film distribution and at Arri's film lab, I worked as a camera assistant. From 2013 to 2015, I worked in Istanbul for the media agency "GoGo Project" as a media designer, set photographer, and in smaller productions handling camera work and film editing. Since 2016, I have freelanced for ZDF as a cameraman and sound engineer. From 2018, I worked as a cameraman for various productions, including for ARD and Arte. Since 2020, I have primarily focused on documentary films with a focus on culture and architecture. I worked as a cameraman for the Arte series "Alt wird Neu," and the new season is currently in production and will be released in early 2025.
Pasindu Fernando
Dubai, UAE
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Pas is a truly gifted DOP who produces jaw dropping footage that is simply stunning. Specialising in 4k, super smooth slow motion form with expert quality compression methods to retain quality whilst delivering for multiple formats including instagram, broadcast and film, Pas is a star talent in our family and any production is always better off having him involved.
David Hulik
Munich, Germany
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Munich based David, is a vastly capable DOP using the Sony fx series and award winning lighting set ups. Calm and attentive whilst being willing to go the extra mile, David has an attention for detail and quality whilst being an ease to work with.
Markus Habryka
Munich, Germany
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Award winning, calm, absolutely invisible sound engineer who having worked alongside I believe to be the one of best sound operators in the World. Highly capable in multiple audio input Live TV environments including the most demanding Champions League matches for example with state of the art equipment to match his ability in the field. An outstanding talent we are proud to have on board.
Fabian Welther
Berlin, Germany
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Hugely experienced and highly professional DOP in Berlin.
Lighting specialist and used to large demanding productions as daily business. Sony fx Series operator.
Eric Heß
Köln, Germany
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Eric is a Cologne-based cinematographer working worldwide, specializing in documentary film. He’s a certified drone pilot, including FPV drones, and a certified advanced diver, capturing unique perspectives in diverse environments to deliver authentic visuals and compelling stories.
Tomás Canelo
Germany, Spain, France
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Speaking four languages fluently and working directly with some of the world's most influential sportspeople, Tomàs is a dynamic Floor Manager. He represents clients' interests amongst multiple rights holders. He keeps talent feeling comfortable and able to perform. He has a wide knowledge of the broadcast positions around him, always working as a team player to provide broadcasters with the results they expect.
Christian Kemske
Munich, Germany
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An individual who will do anything for the good of the production, Christian is a talented Floor and Production Manager and an asset to any challenging production due to his knowledge, personal ability and experience to navigate live Television scenarios with ease. Very diverse and locally capable in Munich as a fixer to greatly enhance production value.
Michael Schneider
Hannover, Germany
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Truly creative, enthusiastic and driven DOP and crew manager with a recent CBS Ukraine documentary Emmy to his name, Michael outperforms both in exceptional visuals and creative ideas. Proven to deliver in high intensity situations with agile teams working independently under the hardest of production conditions. A rock in our management team that we highly value within Germany.
Raquel Martin
Madrid, Spain
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Based in Madrid, Raquel is a skilled and trustworthy production sound engineer who has built a diverse portfolio that spans reality shows, live football broadcasts, and scripted fiction. Known for her reliability and adaptability, she consistently delivers high-quality sound tailored to each production’s unique needs. To deepen her expertise, she studied sound design in Vancouver, broadening her skill set and developing her capabilities in post-production. She is an invaluable asset to every project she undertakes.
Patrick Bierling
Munich, Germany
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Vastly experienced DOP with a degree from UCLA, Los Angeles and photography skills to match, Patrick no based in Munich had 7 years experience working in the USA and 20 years worldwide developing into a rock of reliability with experience in TV, commercials, image films, series and scenic documentaries. Particularly skilled in image design, lighting and audio. Experienced owner of Sony fx9, drone A2 license and gimbals.
Paul Cockcroft
London, UK
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With a combination of speed, ease to work with and deep knowledge of complex project enhancing editing skills such as AFX and colouring, Paul’s work has been noticed as some of the best in his field and he is an asset to any production, particularly those that demand quick turnarounds of broadcast quality and the knowledge to deliver in several USA/UK/EU formats simultaneously. Brands are constantly choosing the work of Paul because it is simply outstanding.
Matt Taylor
London, UK
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Matt elevates every production he engages in with a rare combination of cinematography of excellence and the ability to edit at an impressive level. Understanding the craft and able to enhance narrative Matt has created documentaries with BBC, TNT Sports and ‘Why now’ contributing his expertise to captivating content.
Max Kieffer
UAE, Dubai
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Max is approachable and capable with experience in short film and documentary production and a recent adaptation to social content within live sport coverage.
Having moved to the Middle East in 2020, it revolutionised the way he works with the professionals around me in a thriving local industry.
He is passionate about creating results-driven visuals and is committed to achieving high-quality video production. Owner-operator of the Sony fx3/6 and state-of-the-art gimbals and prime lenses delivering stunning content.
Hire Equipment Locally
With years of experience, these industry specialists prepare your kit with all the accessories needed for your production. Whether it is a full-scale live production, ENG interviews, or equipment for Social Media Content, our specialists have you covered.