Question 1

What support is available through twofour54 production Services?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

What services are available?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

What post-production services are available?

Accepted Answer

- 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

Question 4

Where can I film indoors?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

Where can I film outdoors?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

How long does it take to make a video?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

What kind of content is made at twofour54?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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

search

Dreamboat

Sea Shadow

Ostora

Dolphin Energy Doha Dash

Million’s Poet 2012

Behind our National Team

Fox International Channels

Abu Dhabi Film Festival 2012

Charisma Group