Assignment Desk

US Production Services for Foreign Productions

Assignment Desk provides production services for international broadcasters and production companies filming in the United States. That means more than just supplying a crew — it means a US-based field producer who coordinates the shoot on the ground so that you do not need to be physically present in every market. One call, one contact, one invoice covering crew and shoot-day coordination across any of 50 US cities.

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What US Production Services Includes

In the US context, “production services” refers to the physical production layer — the people, equipment, and coordination that happens on shoot day. It does not include post-production, editing, or distribution. Assignment Desk's production services cover everything from crew supply through to shoot-day wrap.

  • Camera crew supply — DP, camera operator, audio technician, gaffer
  • Field producer / US coordinator assigned to your shoot
  • Equipment confirmation and logistics
  • Shoot-day management — call times, talent coordination, location access
  • Daily production reports sent to your team
  • Single itemised invoice in USD covering all crew and coordination

What's Not Included

We want to be transparent about what falls outside Assignment Desk's core services. For the following, we partner with trusted specialists and can make introductions.

  • Post-production and editing — we deliver raw footage only
  • Location permits — we partner with local permit specialists in each market
  • Location scouting — we can refer scouts; we do not scout directly
  • US work visas for foreign crew members travelling with you
  • Stock footage licensing

Need location permits or post-production referrals? Ask us when you book — we can connect you with the right contacts in your specific city.

US Fixer Services for Foreign Shoots

If you are a foreign journalist, documentary team, or broadcaster planning a shoot in the United States, you may need a local fixer — someone who knows the city, has established contacts, and can manage logistics on the ground before and during your shoot. In the US production context, this role is typically fulfilled by a field producer or production coordinator.

Assignment Desk's field producers serve this function for inbound international shoots. They handle advance coordination — confirming locations, managing call sheets, liaising with interview subjects — and remain available throughout the shoot day as the single point of contact between you (in London, Berlin, Paris, or Tokyo) and your US crew.

Field producers are available in all major US markets. Day rates run $700–$1,500 depending on the market and experience level. They are typically booked alongside your camera crew as a package — same quote, same invoice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a US fixer and do I need one?
A fixer is a local production coordinator who manages logistics on the ground for foreign crews. They book locations, coordinate talent, navigate local regulations, and solve problems in real time. If you are shooting in the US without a travelling producer who knows the market, a fixer is essential. Assignment Desk's field producers fulfil this role for inbound international shoots.
What is the difference between 'crew' and 'production services'?
Crew is the camera, audio, and lighting team on the day. Production services is broader — it includes crew plus shoot-day coordination, advance logistics, vendor management, and invoicing administration. When you book production services through Assignment Desk, your field producer handles the coordination so you do not need to manage each vendor separately.
How do I coordinate a US shoot from Europe?
Send us a full production brief — shoot dates, locations, crew needs, interview subjects, any location agreements already in place. We assign a field producer who takes over coordination on the US side. You brief the producer once; they manage everything local. Time-zone communication is handled via email, WhatsApp, or video call — whichever your team prefers.
What is the typical lead time for production services?
For straightforward ENG or interview shoots in a major US city, 48–72 hours is workable. For multi-location shoots requiring advance production coordination — location agreements, talent releases, multi-crew confirmation — plan for 5–10 business days. The more complex the shoot, the more lead time benefits you.
Do you handle location permits?
Assignment Desk does not manage permits directly. We partner with location management specialists in each market who do. We can connect you with the right permit contacts for your city and shoot type, and our field producers understand what permits are typically required for the kind of shoots we handle — street interviews, building access, public space filming.

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Tell us your shoot details — date, city, crew requirements, and any coordination needs. We respond within one business day.

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