Production is the process of putting the script to screen. Once the script or screenplay is developed the process moves into the next phase or pre production. Using advanced software programs like MOVIE MAGIC or EP SCHEDULING, the Production Manager or Assistant Director will break down the script into a series of scenes and develop an effective and cost efficient shooting schedule based on a number of parameters, i.e. cast, special equipment, locations, time of day, and crew requirements.

Our philosophy is that pre production time can never be too detailed. This allows for the maximum level of creativity on actual shooting days.

Our southwest Florida location provides us with an ample variety of location opportunities. Beaches, blue sky, nature, and stylized architecture are just a few of the looks that are right outside our door. As members of FILM FLORIDA we work closely with the local and regional film commissioners to accommodate permits, when required, and can provide assistance with production insurance, location scouting, still photography, and location management as needed.

Marine and aerial coordination are just a few of our specialties and many of our marine coordinators are licensed U.S. Coast Guard Captains and Master SCUBA divers.

Equipment is only as good as the personnel operating it and FFV prides itself in offering the best film and video crews anywhere in the country. Our cameramen, ACs, gaffers and grips, sound recordists, ADs, location managers, PAs, makeup artists, and editors are tops in the crafts with national and international experience and credits.

We are careful to custom select crews to each client's needs and understand that your production is the most important event of the day or week.

FFV can offer full turnkey solutions that include full production insurance and workman's compensation coverage.

When it comes to innovative techniques and specialized gadgets, FFV is second to none. Underwater housings for HD cameras and underwater HMI lighting kits are just a few. All of our cameras can be remotely operated for use on Tyler Helicopter systems and we partner with several grip and rigging companies for a full complement of production solutions.

Our gear and gadgets have been used successfully used on environmentally demanding shoots for National Geographic, Discovery, NOVA, The History Channel, HBO, and the United States Marine Corp.

Please visit our equipment website at www.digitalcinehd.com.

In October of 2007 FFV became the first company in the southeast to acquire and utilize the new tape less workflow of the Panasonic HPX-3000 P-2 HD Camera system. It is the industry's first, one-piece camcorder offering master quality, full raster 1920 x 1080 4:2:2 recording. Recording on the new AVC Intra 100 codec the camera is capable of HD-D5 quality.

We fully support the P-2 workflow and can offer elegant, in the field and post production solutions for the tape less acquisition, including underwater and aerial.

Our commitment to the high definition evolution began in 2001 with the acquisition of one of the first Panasonic AJ-HD27F Varicam systems. In addition to the HPX-3000 and the Varicam we now offer a variety of other popular camera systems including the popular and economical Panasonic HDX-900 and HVX-200.

FFV can also arrange for specialty HD systems such as the RED or the PHANTOM high speed system.

FFV will continue to support Standard definition, NTSC formats with our Ikegami HL57 Betacam SP and Panasonic SDX-900 DVCPro 50 series, and PAL with the innovative Panasonic HVX-3000 P-2 camera.

In addition we offer a portable Sony DVCAM PD-100 with custom underwater housing and HID lighting. Our post production fully supports both BetaSP and DVCAM using the latest AJA technology for digitizing and capture.

FFV considers film, both Super 16mm & 35mm, to still be very much alive and well. Rumors of its demise are greatly exaggerated, and while it may not be for every production, we take great pride in continuing to support this timeless medium. Although there are a number of options available, FFV maintains a state of the art super 16mm Aaton XTRProd Package, complete with full production accessories. Of course, Panavision, Arriflex, and Photosonic are available on request.