Film fixer in Mexico
Local crew, local permits, local knowledge. One production team on the ground in Mexico, from prep to wrap, with a proposal in 48 hours.
WE KNOW MEXICO BECAUSE WE SHOOT HERE
A production service company based in Mexico
Fonktown works with brands, agencies and production companies from anywhere in the world that come to shoot in Mexico. We handle the whole ground operation: filming permits, location scouting, local crew, equipment rental and logistics, with one single point of contact and one clear budget.
Commercials, documentaries, branded content, TV series and photo shoots: if it is filmed in Mexico, we know how to make it happen.
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States, from desert to jungle and two oceans
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UNESCO World Heritage sites to shoot in
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Flight from the main US hubs
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To send you a full production proposal
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Shooting in Mexico #
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PRODUCTION SERVICES IN MEXICO
Everything your shoot needs, from one team
Filming permits & paperwork
Permits with the Comisión Mexicana de Filmaciones, state and city film commissions, INAH for archaeological sites, municipalities, drone authorisations, location releases and insurance.
Location scouting
Our own database of beaches, jungle, desert, colonial towns, haciendas, modern architecture and urban Mexico City, recce trips and location management.
Local crew hiring
Bilingual production coordinators, camera and sound crew, gaffers and grips, art department, hair and make-up, casting and extras.
Equipment rental
Cameras, lenses, lighting, grip, generators, drones, U-crane and underwater gear, sourced locally or brought in under ATA Carnet.
Logistics & travel
Van and truck fleet, boats, accommodation, catering, customs at the airport and visas for your crew.
Budget & local invoicing
Cost control, local invoicing and one clear estimate in dollars or euros, plus help with the incentives available to international productions.
WHERE WE SHOOT
Three hubs, one production team across Mexico
Mexico City
The capital and its surroundings: Barragán architecture, Reforma, Coyoacán, Teotihuacán and the largest crew and studio base in Latin America. See locations.
Riviera Maya
Cancún, Tulum, Bacalar and Holbox: turquoise water, cenotes, Mayan ruins and reliable sun from November to April. See locations.
Baja California
Desert, vineyards and two seas: Valle de Guadalupe, Todos Santos, La Paz and Los Cabos, with the Transpeninsular highway for car shoots. See locations.
Also shooting in Guadalajara, Monterrey, Oaxaca, San Miguel de Allende, Puerto Vallarta and wherever your location is.
RECENT PROJECTS IN MEXICO
Shot in Mexico with Fonktown
- Cenote Tequila: commercial shot in Tulum, in the Riviera Maya.
- Hyatt Inclusive Collection: campaign for Expedia and MSQ in Cancún.
- RIU Expedia: campaign shot in Playa del Carmen.
- Posadas – Miguel Layún: campaign for Expedia and Posadas in Querétaro.
See more in our portfolio, or read how a fixer in Mexico runs a shoot, step by step.
HOW WE WORK
From brief to wrap in four steps
01
Brief
Send us the script, treatment or deck and your dates. We come back the same day with a first read on feasibility, season and permits.
02
Proposal in 48 h
Locations, crew, equipment and a first budget. We adjust it with you until it fits the creative and the numbers.
03
Prep
Permits with the film commissions and INAH, recce trips, casting, travel and a shared production calendar.
04
Shoot & wrap
Our producer and local crew on set every day. At wrap: returns, invoicing and post-production if you need it.
FIXER SERVICES IN MEXICO
What a fixer in Mexico does for your production
Fonktown provides fixer services in Mexico for every kind of media production: photo shoots, TV commercials, documentaries, music videos, branded content and news. For a few days we become your eyes, ears and boots on the ground. We organise interviews, scout authentic locations, manage permits, coordinate logistics and navigate the cultural and legal nuances that would otherwise slow you down, whether you are filming in Mexico City, the Riviera Maya, Baja California, Guadalajara or a village in the mountains.
Our fixer services also cover transportation, translation, accommodation, crew hire, gear rental and emergency solutions, because things change on set all the time. We are fast, flexible and one step ahead, so you can focus on the creative side.
Production planning, done locally
- Location management, research and recce trips
- Schedules, call sheets and the production booklet
- Translation that keeps the meaning, not just the words
- Reservations, vehicles and crew bookings
- Prevention plan and on-set support guide
Behind every fixer there is a solid network of local fixers, location managers, bilingual journalists, producers, camera crews and support teams, with full production services in Mexico when you need more than a fixer. International media outlets, production companies and independent creators trust us to get the job done without stress.
FAQ
Shooting in Mexico: what producers ask us
Still have questions? Send us a WhatsApp or write to info@fonktown.com.
How long do filming permits take in Mexico?
City and state permits usually take 5 to 15 working days. Archaeological sites (INAH), federal zones such as beaches and highways, and protected areas need more lead time, so the earlier we start, the better.
When is the best time of year to shoot?
November to April is the dry season in most of the country, with reliable light on both coasts. Mexico City is shootable all year; summer afternoons bring short rains. We plan around the light you need.
Can we bring our own equipment?
Yes, with an ATA Carnet; we handle customs at the airport. Mexico City also has one of the largest rental markets in the Americas, so most packages are available locally.
Do you work in English?
Yes. Our production team and coordinators are bilingual and used to working with international agencies and directors.
Is Mexico safe to shoot in?
Yes, with the right local team. We work in areas we know, with vetted drivers and crew, coordinate with local authorities when needed and build security into the plan from day one.
What kind of productions do you take on?
Commercials, branded content, documentaries, TV series, unscripted formats and photo shoots, from a two-person crew to a full-scale production.
Planning a shoot in Mexico?
Tell us what you are shooting and when. You will have a full production proposal within 48 hours.
