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Specialty Camera Rigs
Advanced rigging solutions for your Colombian production.
Specialty rigs are purpose-built vehicle platforms designed for mounting cameras and capturing dynamic driving, chase, and motion sequences. From Russian arms and camera cars to process trailers and insert vehicles, these rigs enable complex moving shots that would be impossible with standard equipment.
We source specialty camera rigs and vehicles from experienced local operators who understand the safety and technical requirements of vehicle-mounted filming. Our team coordinates rig availability, technical specifications, and logistics to ensure 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
Understanding your vision and discussing the specific shots you need to achieve.
Rig Selection
Recommending the right specialty equipment and rigging solutions for your shots.
Safety Planning
Comprehensive safety planning and risk assessment for specialty rig operation.
Execution Support
Experienced operators and technicians to ensure 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 productions 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-vehicle 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.
Aerials route through Aerocivil-licensed pilots and operators — drone permits filed in advance for restricted 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.
DIAN ATA carnets cover imported specialty rigs through Bogotá El Dorado BOG. We plan around the Bogotá altitude (2,640m, ~15% generator 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 vehicle work. Our rigs accommodate various camera packages and provide smooth, dynamic movement while shooting driving sequences.
Can you provide cable cam systems?
Yes, we offer cable cam and wire cam systems for aerial coverage. These can span various distances and heights, providing smooth horizontal and vertical movement for sports, events, and film production.
What motion control options are available?
We provide motion control systems including programmable heads and Bolt-style arms for precise, repeatable camera movements. These are essential 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 requirements. From POV cameras to crash housings, we create solutions for shots that standard equipment can't achieve.
Do you provide operators?
Yes, specialty rigs require experienced operators for safe, effective use. We provide skilled technicians who understand both the equipment and the safety requirements for specialty rigging work.
What about safety and insurance?
Safety is paramount with specialty rigs. We conduct thorough risk assessments, provide appropriate safety equipment, and ensure all rigging work meets Colombian safety regulations. Comprehensive insurance is available.
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
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