Here at Screen Manchester, we pride ourselves in working with a comprehensive range of world class service providers: partners we approach to ensure that we can offer the very best and most cost-effective choices to our many clients here in the UK and from across the globe.
When it comes to all important logistics, we have enjoyed a long and fruitful relationship with leading international travel management company, TAG, where the dedicated Production Team specialises in managing all things travel, accommodation and logistics for everyone from individual production companies to broadcasters, streaming services, and independent studios.
When people ask us why we work with TAG, we confidently point to Deanna Williams, Director of Production UK and her team of highly experienced agents who are always ready to work closely with each production team. TAG’s people understand the dynamic world of film and media production and with a combined 70+ years of experience and expertise, they handle anything that comes their way. We are always secure in the knowledge that whatever clients need TAG is there to support them 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
TAG and Screen Manchester continue to work together across many Productions with TAG who while not only providing Travel have opened up their contact book and share their access to a global network of suppliers ensuring the very best deals for every Screen Manchester client. Between TAG, Screen Manchester, and the fantastic Space Studios where of course we are based, our collaborative credit include: Gentleman In Moscow, Dodger, The Rising, Brassic, Cobra, The Crown, Curfew, Culprits, Full Monty, Little Birds, Red Rose, The Listeners, Waterloo Road, Wedding Season, World on Fire and Wolfe.
And it doesn’t stop with this impressive list as TAG’s expertise stretches still further. Many countries around the world provide government aid for producing and developing film and media projects. Across TAG’s 19 global offices they have on-the-ground knowledge, and the team can assist and advise on the rebates producers can claim in any given destination. In an industry where delivering on budget is beyond essential, TAG’s in-depth knowledge of the way these incentives work can prove priceless to producers who are focused on delivering profitable productions.
Bobby Cochrane, Film Office Manager at Screen Manchester says, “Every production is unique, and we need to cater to this when planning any project for a client. We work with TAG because we know that every client can expect a personal, tailored service from the TAG agents at every stage of production. TAG takes the time to understand specific needs and provides the required solutions. TAG knows our Industry inside out and many have worked in TV and production themselves. They speak our language, and this means in every aspect of our working relationship we can anticipate and meet every travel, accommodation, and logistical need. This means producers can focus on the task at hand and trust in our teams’ combined knowledge and expertise working on their behalf.“.
TAG recently received feedback after a shoot from a Leading International Hotel chain that reads: “You and the entire team were just a delight to be around, your commitment to the client was extraordinary to see and unparalleled by any agent I have ever seen in a 30 year career. A career highlight for many from the very first hello to the farewell, I speak on behalf of the entire team to thank you for the trust you installed in us with this important and valuable client of yours…”.
So – in summary TAG offers a highly personal service every step of the way powered by smart technology and personal service to save time, money and stress from initial recces all the way through to post-production. Just what is needed in the fast-paced production world. TAG goes above and beyond the usual range of travel agency services to ensure the ultimate experience – no matter how fast a schedule might change. TAG will be on site with clients, day and night – ensuring everything runs smoothly.
This is why Screen Manchester loves working with TAG!