Setting Up Shoots in Eastern Europe
Eastern European countries have become increasingly attractive to filmmakers worldwide. Thanks to new policies and investments, these regions now offer unique landscapes, historical sites, and modern infrastructure — everything needed to bring a creative vision to life. From stunning natural backdrops to vibrant cities, locations such as Romania, Cyprus, North Macedonia, and Montenegro are emerging as budget-friendly hotspots for international film productions.
In this free one-hour session, we will provide a comprehensive overview of how to plan shoots in Eastern Europe while avoiding common pitfalls. The session will also include a live Q&A, so bring your questions!
Who is this for
This session is suitable for anyone working in production or editorial roles, working in any genre such as documentary, reality TV, natural history, HETV, film, sports, music, art, news, factual entertainment, children’s TV, live events, corporate and commercial and more. Or those working on the shoots such as HODs, art dept, hair and make-up, costume, locations, camera dept, sound dept, grips and lighting teams.
What it covers
• Finding a fixer
• Permits and paperwork
• Location variety and scouting
• Solving “impossible” requests
• Countries that feel like home
• Travel and accommodation
• The Hollywood of Eastern Europe: Studios
• Additional logistical considerations
Although we will be taking questions on the whole of Eastern Europe, we will be focusing the session on these featured countries:
• Romania
• North Macedonia
• Montenegro
Cyprus (Southeast Europe)
Trainers
Bogdan Maraloiu (Producer)
Bogdan holds a bachelor’s in Film Directing and a master’s in Documentary Filmmaking. With over eight years as a Local Producer in Romania, he joined Storytailors in 2023 as a Producer. He now oversees international shoots across more than ten European countries, with a strong focus on Romania, where he continues to work as a Local Producer.
Simona Moisescu (Producer)
Simona has over ten years of production experience, managing all aspects of diverse projects, including short films, TV shows, documentaries, music videos, and feature films. Her extensive network spans various roles and departments across Europe, making her a valuable asset to any production team.
Storytailors
Storytailors specialises in providing local production services through a trusted network of media professionals, including producers and camera crews. They cover a wide range of content, from scripted productions to unscripted projects across genres such as news, corporate videos, and branded documentaries.
With a presence in over 151 countries, Storytailors handles everything from permits to crew assembly, tailoring their services to meet your specific needs. In areas they do not currently cover, they offer reliable recommendations via their regional contacts.
Learn more about Storytailors here.
Cost
Free
Duration
1hr
Location
Online (via Zoom)
Next Webinar
TBA
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