Production Service

We handle the local production logistics so international commercial shoots run smoothly from day one to wrap.

Goodside

Goodside

Director: Eugen Stemmle
Producer: Petra Felten-Geisinger
Bubbles Hamburg

Hagebau

Hagebau

Director: Alex Feil
Producer: Uli Ulbrich
Production Company: Tempo Media

Almased

Almased

Director: Eugen Stemmie
Producer: Sabine Hertzog
Production Company: Bubbles Hamburg

Frequently Asked Questions

We provide comprehensive full-service film production and facilitation in South Africa. This includes budgeting, location scouting, permitting, casting, crew hiring, equipment rental coordination, and on-set management for commercials, stills, and long-form content.

Cape Town offers world-class infrastructure, diverse locations (from Mediterranean coastlines to modern cityscapes), and highly skilled English-speaking crews. Plus, the favorable exchange rate makes South Africa one of the most cost-effective premium filming destinations in the world.

Absolutely. We have an extensive database of locations across the Western Cape and beyond. We handle everything from the initial digital lookbook to physical scouts and securing all necessary municipal and private permits.

In Cape Town, standard municipal permits usually take 3 to 5 working days. However, for complex shoots involving road closures or national parks, we recommend allowing at least 10 to 14 days.

South African film crews are world-renowned for their work ethic and technical expertise. Many of our local heads of department (HODs) regularly work on major international features and high-end global commercials.

Yes. Cape Town has a very diverse talent pool. We work with the city’s top casting directors to provide you with everything from professional actors to specialized extras and models.

South Africa has “Film/Crew” visa exemptions for many countries (like the UK, USA, and many EU nations) for short-term projects. For longer stays, we can facilitate the OVP (Oversight Permit)process to ensure your team enters the country legally and smoothly.

Our peak season is the southern summer (November to March), offering long daylight hours and consistent “golden hour” light. However, our mild winters can be perfect for “moodier” looks or soft-light requirements.

Transparency is our core value. We provide detailed line-item budgets in your preferred currency and offer comprehensive “actualization” reports at the end of every wrap to ensure every Cent is accounted for.

Riceboy carries comprehensive Public Liability Insurance. We also assist in securing specialized production insurance for equipment, weather days, and cast “key-man” insurance if required by your production.

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