What support is available through twofour54 production Services?

The team helps clients with the full range of production requirements, providing infrastructure and facilities as needed.

What services are available?

Production services include: - Location filming in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Liwa - Production planning - Location scouting - Permits* - Pre-production - Crewing - Casting - Equipment rentals - Set construction - Production office rentals - Catering* - Accommodation, travel and transport* - Consultants - Production - Accounting and legal - Insurance* - Storage and shipping* *These services are provided through Business Services

What post-production services are available?

- 16-seat 4K screening room - FCP, Adobe and AVID editing platform - Online and finishing suites - Baselight with Truelight colour management colour grading suite - DaVinci colour grading suite - Doremi Cine Assets for digital cinema package creation - Pro-Tools audio suites - Audio booth - Provide LTO-6 storage for a long-term digital archive - Reliable file transfer using Signiant Media Shuttle, with 40Mbps upload/download capability

Where can I film indoors?

You can film indoors at Studio B, which has seven TV studios that range in size from 60 sq.m to 650 sq.m. Each studio: - Is 4K and HDR-ready - Is an HD, tapeless environment - Is fully soundproofed - Includes saturation lighting rig - Includes one green room - Includes two make-up rooms—male/female, with private restroom and shower Our studios are also ready-fitted with broadcast connectivity: - International connectivity through du and Etisalat - Fibre connectivity from Mussafah to Khalifa Campus - Teleport with access to Arabsat and Yahlive In Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Liwa, you will need a permit for filming in locations not owned by twofour54. Our Business Support Services team can help you obtain the necessary permits.

Where can I film outdoors?

You can film outdoors at KIZAD, our 7,000 sq.m backlot, based in Khalifa Industrial Zone in Abu Dhabi. The backlot includes facilities such as costume, make-up and dressing rooms, a large canteen and purpose-built production offices. It complements Abu Dhabi’s diverse locations that provide quick and easy access to a variety of landscapes.

What is the rate card for Film and TV Services assistance?

Ask your production manager/coordinator for more information on costs. You may also be eligible for a 30% cash-back rebate on productions including: - Feature films - Commercials - Documentaries - Telemovies - Episodic (drama/comedy) Moreover, on post-production services such as: - Digital content services - Visual effects (PDV) services for projects shot inside or outside Abu Dhabi Refer to the ADFC website for more information.

What are the script approval requirements for the National Media Council?

You are required to: - Submit the full script in Arabic and English - Highlight scenes to be shot in Abu Dhabi - Complete the application form - Submit the form to your assigned twofour54 production manager It should then take 15–20 days for your approval application to be processed.

How long does it take to make a video?

Every project is unique. Some videos require an immediate turnaround on location, so delivery time is a matter of hours. For larger-scale productions, the process can take several weeks, depending on the size and complexity of the project.

What kind of content is made at twofour54?

Every kind of video is made here! The sky is the limit. Here are just a few types of video that are created at twofour54: - Branded content video productions - Commercials - Promotional videos - Feature films - Dramas - Documentaries - Animation - Event videos - Music videos

How much does it cost to make a content piece at twofour54?

Our goal is to create the best video possible at a budget that is comfortable for you. Every project is unique, and so pricing is unique. Specific videos have minimal needs, while others require more post-production resources, which can result in a higher budget. From the very beginning, our experts will work with you to provide a tailored, itemized quote to help you understand the associated costs of producing your video.

projects | twofour54

Home Grown

The Middle East Theatre Academy (META), designed to introduce and nurture the region’s youth in the art of theatre, stage performance and related education, has partnered with twofour54, the region’s leading media hub, to produce an in-depth documentary about the ‘Home Grown’ project currently underway in Sharjah with The Kevin Spacey Foundation (KSF).

GrandMother’s Farm 2

Grandmother's Farm -2 is a Emarati Horror Movie, created after the huge success of the Part.1 in the Gulf Cinemas. The Ahmad Zain-directed film followed a group of friends who spend a weekend at their friend’s farmhouse, only to come face to face with a mysterious unwelcome guest who’s determined to turn their peaceful evening into total chaos.

Flying Reimagined

Etihad’s new global advertising campaign offers glimpses of their reimagined cabins, uniforms and aircrafts and is inspired by some of the most world’s most remarkable travel experiences.

GT Academy

GT Academy has evolved as the world’s largest driving talent search in which the fastest Sony PlayStation’s GT players are put in a real life race camp for the opportunity of becoming professional motor racers. From 6 million entrants in GT Academy to-date, only 21 have won the competition, three of which raced for Nissan at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in the top Prototype 1 class.

Today Show – 50/50

50/50‎ is a new show launching in October and takes random travelers around the world to spend 50 thousand dollars during 50 hours in a city while making a series of 50/50 choices of activities. Abu Dhabi has been the selected city to host the winners.

Iftah Ya Simsim

Iftah Ya Simsim is a one of the most popular children television series in the Middle East and is the Arabic version of Sesame Street. It was launched originally in the Middle East in 1979 and has been re-produced again after 25 years. The show focuses on Arab children and specifically the children of the Gulf region. It will be airing in many regional stations: Abu Dhabi TV, Al Emarat, Sama Dubai, space toon channel and Sharjah TV.

Woman in the UAE

UAE is ranked as a leader in gender equality in the region where women in the United Arab Emirates are playing an increasingly stronger role in business, military and government. This achievement comes from the fundamental belief that women and men are equal partners in society.

Baby

‘Baby’ has a stellar star cast including Akshay Kumar, Anupam Kher, Danny Denzongpa and Taapsee Pannu. The film premiered on January 23, 2015 and was produced by leading Indian production house, Friday Filmworks, which is responsible for hit movies such as ‘A Wednesday’, ‘Special 26’ and ‘The Royal Bengal Tiger.’

UAE National Service TVC

As part of a bigger campaign, the UAE National Service Manifesto Ad was filmed at various military locations across the UAE, with the twofour54 Film & TV Services team being granted exclusive access to bases and other venues.