Adviser
Stephen Hall

  • 1978–1983
    Japanese Dept, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies. Majoring in Japanese Literature
  • 1987-2007
    Executive Producer, Ozpan Productions
  • 2003-2013
    Executive Producer, Carnival Films
  • 2009-Current
    Executive Producer, Spinnaker Films
  • Favorite quote
    Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish on its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing it is stupid

Executive Producer
Tony Fry

  • Born and Raised: Chigasaki, Japan
  • 2007-2009
    Coordinator, Ozpan Productions
  • 2009-Current
    Producer, Spinnaker Films
  • Favorite places
    Palm Beach in Sydney, Moorea Island in Tahiti, Raglan in New Zealand, Margaret River in Western Australia and Shipwreck Bay in New Zealand

Producer
Dinusha Ratnaweera

  • 2008-2013
    Freelance Production Manager & Coordinator for TVC & Film
  • 2013-Current
    Producer, Spinnaker Films

Producer
Yuri Higashino

  • Born and Raised: Tokyo, Japan
  • Education
    Queensland University of Technology – Film, TV and New Media
  • 2015-2017
    Bilingual Production Assistant, Spinnaker Films
  • 2017-Current
    Producer, Spinnaker Films

ABOUT US

Founded in 2009 Spinnaker Films operates in Australia, New Zealand and The South Pacific. With tropical islands, crystal clear waters, scorched deserts, snowy mountains, architectural cityscapes and all four seasons, our region offers some of the world’s most varied locations with diverse casts and talented crews.

We facilitate productions of all sizes from commercials, TV, streaming services and film to online content and plate shoots. Spinnaker Films specialises in anticipating and facilitating our international clients needs and making the complex - simple.“

Executive Producer
Tony Fry

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Producer
Dinusha Ratnaweera

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Producer
Yuri Higashino

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Adviser
Stephen Hall

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OUR SERVICES

  • Research
    リサーチ

    Whether you’re interested in the filming locations or the cast and crew of Australia and New Zealand, let our experienced producers do any research needed for your next filming project. We would love to be involved from your early bidding stage.


  • Location Scout & Management
    ロケーションスカウト及び許可申請/管理

    With architectural cityscapes, rural towns, crystal clear waters and all four seasons, Australia and New Zealand offer some of the world’s most varied locations. Our experienced location managers can scout and permit the perfect location for your next shoot in Australia and New Zealand.


  • Casting
    キャスティング

    From street casting to negotiations with celebrities, we work with the best casting directors in Australia and New Zealand and cast accordingly to your specific needs.


  • Budgeting and Production Managment
    制作業務及び予算管理

    We facilitate productions of all sizes from commercials, TV, streaming services and film to online content and plate shoots. Let our experienced producers help you with all things production including budgeting and schedule management in Australia and New Zealand.


  • Equipment Rental
    機材レンタル

    From GoPros to Russian Arms, we can arrange gear of all shapes and sizes. We have experienced drone pilots and underwater photography specialists in Australia and New Zealand.


  • Negotiation of Rights
    権利関係の交渉

    Let us negotiate the rights and clearance to any materials that you may need, including but not limited to: an Instagram photo, broadcast TV footage and talent appearance.


  • Translation and interpreting
    通訳や翻訳

    Our English / Japanese bilingual producers are experts in the global TV and film industry. With specialised experience in translating briefs and storyboards; and interpreting on-set and in editing suites, our producers will ensure a smooth production from start to finish.


  • Celebrity Care
    タレントのケア

    Our bilingual producers will ensure your celebrity talent and clients are well taken care of in Australia and New Zealand. We will do the airport transfers, meal arrangements and anything else that they may need to film comfortably in Australia and New Zealand.


  • Booking Local Director, Crew and Post Production
    海外ディレクター、ローカルの撮影スタッフやポスプロの起用

    We have a strong, trusted network of local film crew members. There are excellent directors, directors of photography and VFX production companies in Australia and New Zealand. We can help you arrange any crew that you need for your next shoot.


  • Remote Shooting
    リモート撮影


  • And More
    その他映像制作業務全般