Antigua & Barbuda
Locations. White sand beaches. Coral reefs. Lagoons. Waterfalls. Rainforest. Carnival. Colonial architecture including Admiral Nelson’s Dockyard. Natural harbors. Antigua Sailing Week.
Antigua has little to no film infrastructure. Miami is the closest major production centre.
Permits. Permitting is a quick and easy process.
When to shoot? Antigua has a tropical climate which remains warm and relatively dry throughout the year. Tropical storms and hurricanes may occur between June and November.
For monthly weather statistics please see: http://www.gaisma.com/en/dir/ag-country.html
Please contact us for more specific weather and sun path information.
Costs. Local costs are expensive. Since little to no filming infrastructure exists all key crew and equipment must be brought in from abroad. Post needs to be done abroad. Accommodation particularly during the dry period can also be expensive.
Talent is non-union and buyouts are negotiable. Most citizens are Afro-Caribbean with some Caucasian looks also available. All other talent looks need to be brought in from abroad.
Antigua has no pool of directors, directors of photography and stills photographers.
Please contact us for recommended directors, DoP's and photographers for your project.
Crews are non-union. Key crew needs to be brought in. Miami is the closest major production centre should you need to look further.
Fringes. No hidden extras.
Premiums. No fixed premiums apply. We package deals for local crew / talent.
Equipment. There are no equipment houses in Antigua. Miami is the closest major production centre should you need to look further.
Art department and set construction is very basic.
Studios and backlots. None exist at present.
Tax Incentives. At present there are no tax incentives for foreign
commercials or films shooting in Antigua.
Film Stock. None available locally. Miami is the closest major production centre.
Post Production. There are no post production facilities in Antigua. Miami is the closest major production centre.
Visas and Work Permits. Entry is subject to regulations from country of origin. Contact your local Antiguan embassy or representative for more information.
Transportation Infrastructure. Main roads are up to international standards. Several international airlines service flights to Antigua.
Accommodation. Best options in Antigua include:
Jumby Bay - http://www.jumbybayresort.com/
Hermitage Bay - http://www.hermitagebay.com/
Carlisle Bay - http://www.carlisle-bay.com/
Hodges Bay Club - http://www.hodgesbayclub.com/
Curtain Bluff Resort - http://www.curtainbluff.com/
Please contact us for corporate rates.
For longer stays we can also organize serviced apartments.
Communication. Web posted casting and scouting.
Safety. On the whole Antigua is a very safe place for foreign productions to visit.
If you are looking for a film or photographic production service company, line producer or fixer in Antigua, please contact us.
We are able to provide you with answers, references and bids quickly.
