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Specialty Camera Rigs
Advanced rigging solutions for your Colombian production.
Here is how this works in practice. Specialty rigs are purpose-built car platforms designed for mounting cameras and capturing dynamic driving, chase, and motion sequences. From Russian arms and camera cars to process trailers and insert cars, these rigs enable complex moving shots that would be impossible with standard gear.
Here is the short of it. We source specialty camera rigs and cars from skilled local operators who know the safety and tech needs of car-mounted filming. Our team sets up rig availability, tech specs, and logistics to make sure your unit can capture dynamic vehicular sequences safely and efficiently.
Capabilities
Specialty Equipment
Vehicle rigs, cable systems, motion control, and custom solutions.
Advanced Rigging Solutions
Capabilities
Our Process
Shot Consultation
Knowing your vision and talking about the specific shots you need to achieve.
Rig Selection
Recommending the right specialty gear and rigging solutions for your shots.
Safety Planning
Full safety planning and risk assessment for specialty rig operation.
Execution Support
Skilled operators and technicians to make sure safe, successful execution.
On Location
Russian Arm, Black Arm, gimbal packages and Aerocivil-licensed aerials across Colombia
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Specialty rigs on Colombian shoots are sourced through a small, skilled network. Russian Arm packages run through Imagen Latina with operators who've shot global features and commercials across Bogotá, Medellín, Cartagena and the Caribbean coast. Edge Arm and Black Arm 24' sites cover lower-budget pursuit and chase work, with camera cars and low-loader trailers handling the picture-car side.
Gimbal packages. Movi Pro, DJI Ronin 4D and Ronin 2 — ship out of Cinetech Bogotá, 5.1 Cine and Reel Films, paired with Easyrig vests for handheld long-day work in Tayrona, Sierra Nevada and on the four-day Ciudad Perdida hike where weight discipline is everything. Specialty operators arrive with their own kits and certifications. Our coordinator briefs them against the call sheet, security plan and route survey before truck-day.
Here is the breakdown. Aerials route through Aerocivil-licensed pilots and operators — drone permits filed in advance for off-limits airspace around Bogotá El Dorado, Medellín Rionegro and Cartagena Rafael Núñez, with manned helicopter wescam coverage for Tayrona, Pacific Chocó (Bahía Solano, Nuquí), Sierra Nevada and the Caño Cristales corridor. Caribbean water work in Islas del Rosario. The Tayrona coastline is supported by jet-ski and boat mounts with marine-grade housings. Our team sets up with port captains and DIMAR maritime authority for filming permits.
Here is what that looks like on the ground. DIAN ATA carnets cover imported specialty rigs through Bogotá El Dorado BOG. We plan around the Bogotá altitude (2,640m, ~15% power packs derate) and the Pacific Chocó rainfall (13,000mm/year) so a Russian Arm or gimbal package never lands on set in weather it can't handle. Multi-day specialty schedules get a dedicated coordinator from prep through wrap.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicle rigs do you provide?
We supply Russian arms, pursuit arms, and complete chase car setups for car work. Our rigs accommodate many camera packages and give smooth, dynamic movement while shooting driving sequences.
Can you provide cable cam systems?
Yes, we give cable cam and wire cam systems for aerial coverage. These can span many distances and heights, giving smooth horizontal and vertical movement for sports, events, and film production.
What motion control options are available?
We give motion control systems including programmable heads and Bolt-style arms for precise, repeatable camera movements. These are key for VFX work, product shots, and complex choreographed sequences.
Do you build custom rigs?
Yes, our grip and rigging team can design and build custom mounting solutions for unique shot needs. From POV cameras to crash housings, we create solutions for shots that standard gear can't achieve.
Do you provide operators?
Yes, specialty rigs need skilled operators for safe, effective use. We give skilled technicians who know both the gear and the safety needs for specialty rigging work.
What about safety and insurance?
Safety is paramount with specialty rigs. We conduct thorough risk assessments, give appropriate safety gear, and make sure all rigging work meets Colombian safety rules. Full insurance is ready.
Related Services
Productions in Colombia that need this often pair it with Production Vehicles for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Grip Equipment and Power Distribution Systems.
On Set
Need Specialty Rigs?
Tell us about your shot requirements and we'll find the right solution.