Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Film Production Solutions in New York
Schenk Productions is a New York-based full-service film production company with over 25 years of experience in managing independent feature films, documentaries, television productions, and commercials. Our expertise spans script breakdown, scheduling, budgeting, casting, location scouting, and securing permits across New York City and the United States. We specialize in logistical coordination, including crew hiring, insurance packages, equipment rentals, and post-production support, ensuring seamless execution from pre-production to delivery.Our team has contributed to award-winning projects such as The Reader, Unorthodox, and Razing Liberty Square, demonstrating a commitment to quality and client-centric solutions. With a focus on international collaboration, we provide tailored services for local and global productions, handling travel, accommodations, customs, and immigration logistics. Our proven track record in managing complex projects underscores our reputation as a trusted partner in the film industry.
Services
Script Breakdown
Casting Coordination
Location Scouting
Permit Acquisition
Crew Hiring
Insurance Packages
Equipment Rentals
Post-Production Support
Accounting Services
Travel Arrangements
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in film production management.
- Our team specializes in New York location shoots for domestic and international productions.
- We provide end-to-end services from script breakdown to post-production.
- Our track record includes award-winning documentaries and feature films.
- We handle all logistical aspects including permits, crew, and travel arrangements.
Services
Film Production Management
We oversee all aspects of film production, from script development to post-production, ensuring seamless execution. Our services include budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating logistics for independent films, documentaries, and commercials. With decades of experience, we deliver tailored solutions for domestic and international projects.
Location Scouting
Our team specializes in identifying and securing optimal filming locations across New York City and the U.S. We handle permit acquisition, site assessments, and logistical challenges to ensure locations align with creative and practical requirements. This service supports efficient production workflows and compliance with local regulations.
Crew Coordination
We provide access to experienced local and international crews, managing hiring, contracts, and logistics. Our network includes union and non-union professionals across departments like camera, lighting, and sound. This ensures productions meet technical and creative standards while adhering to labor laws.
Post-Production Support
Our post-production services include editing, sound design, and visual effects coordination. We collaborate with trusted partners to deliver high-quality final products on time and within budget. This phase ensures creative vision is realized through technical precision and industry expertise.
Travel Arrangements
We manage travel, accommodations, and immigration requirements for cast and crew. This includes visa processing, transportation, and lodging coordination for domestic and international productions. Our goal is to minimize logistical barriers and ensure smooth on-site operations.
People
Sabine Schenk
Producer/Line Producer
Sabine Schenk founded Schenk Productions in 1998 after earning an M.A. in Cinema Studies from NYU. She has line-produced Oscar-nominated films like The Reader and Emmy-winning series Unorthodox, with expertise in international project coordination.
Questions
What services does Schenk Productions offer?
We provide script breakdown, casting, location scouting, crew hiring, permit acquisition, post-production support, and travel logistics for film and television projects.
Do you work on international productions?
Yes, we manage logistical and production needs for international film and TV projects, including crew coordination, permits, and travel arrangements.
What types of projects have you worked on?
We specialize in independent films, documentaries, TV series, and commercials, including award-winning projects like The Reader and Unorthodox.
How do you handle location permits in New York?
We secure all necessary permits for NYC shoots, leveraging local expertise to navigate regulations and ensure compliance for film and TV productions.
