Do we really need approvals for elevated-road filming in Shanghai?

Yes. The official One‑Stop item for “filming on elevated roads” requires submitting to the district Traffic Police at least 15 working days before the activity and lists non‑approval scenarios such as peak hours or major events.

What about tripods or lighting on sidewalks?

That falls under “occupying ground roads for filming”; file with the relevant Traffic Police unit. The item shows legal/commitment times and service windows.

Can non‑Shanghai plates reach set?

Workday restrictions apply on many elevated corridors (commonly 07:00–20:00); holidays/weekends are usually excluded. We stage vehicles and plan off‑peak load‑ins.

When is the rainiest period?

Shanghai officially entered Meiyu on June 7, 2025—earlier than average. June–July are wet; late Aug–mid‑Sep can be typhoon‑prone.

How do you handle UAV shots legally?

We use CAAC’s UOM platform for real‑name registration and controlled‑airspace applications; licensed pilots only and routes in permitted boxes.

Shanghai Video Production House

If you searched “video production house Shanghai,” you want proof, clarity and speed: reel, packages, real permits, studio options, UAV compliance and a schedule that won’t break.

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Curated reelTransparent packagesPermit planStudio/stage optionsCrew rosterTimeline & deliverables

Buyer Checklist — What People Want from a Production House

Proof: a reel relevant to Shanghai exteriors/interiors and bilingual deliveries.
Clarity: packages by outcome (brand, corporate, doc, social) with crew, kit and days.
Feasibility: permits, vehicle windows and wet‑season plan baked into the schedule.
Studios: real stage options for weather or product work.
Compliance: UAV filings, public‑way controls, insurance and safety.
Speed: a calendar from brief to delivery with approvals on the path.

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Sample Deliverables

CN/EN masters (ProRes) + platform derivatives
Bilingual subtitles and split captions
Color‑managed proxies (ACES or camera‑managed)
Encrypted media handoff + logs/LTO on request

Related services: Casting · Equipment · Permits · Coordination · Post

Transparent Packages (Indicative Scopes — Ask for a Quote)

Brand House (2–3 Days)

DP + AC, Gaffer/Grip, Sound, Producer
Mini LF/Venice + primes, compact LEDs, gimbal
1× interview set + 2× locations, riverfront plates
Permits path & vehicle staging plan; wet‑weather alternate

Corporate House (1–2 Days)

Lean crew for CBD access; FX9/FX6 + zooms
Boardroom + workplace b‑roll; fast approvals
Color‑managed proxies for same‑week edit

Doc / Social Splits (3 Days)

Split units for lifestyle/doc plates
Gimbal corridors; public‑way controls
Daily rushes to editorial; subtitles same‑week

Studios & Stages — Where We Book

Songjiang “Sci‑Tech Film City” area: policy‑backed film cluster with stages and services; part of Shanghai’s world‑class film industry plan.
Shanghai Film Park (Chedun): backlots themed around old Shanghai with streets, villas and public‑way sets—useful for period looks or controlled “city” shots.
West Bund riverfront: modern cultural corridor for exteriors and museum vicinity (public access rules vary by event).

We match stage size, power and access to your set build; ask for current availability.

Compliance at a Glance (Shanghai)

Activity	Where	Lead	Notes
Filming on elevated roads	One‑Stop item / PSB Traffic	≥15 working days	Non‑approval scenarios include peak hours & major events.
Occupying ground roads/sidewalks for filming	District PSB Traffic	Legal/commitment times posted	Service windows and contact channels provided.
UAV operations	CAAC UOM platform	Plan buffers	Real‑name owner registration; licensed pilots; urban boxes only.
Vehicles (non‑Shanghai plates)	Workday elevated restrictions	07:00–20:00 (typ.)	Holidays/weekends excluded; use off‑peak load‑ins.

Procurement Kit — Ready for Compliance

Certificates of insurance and public‑way control plans
Traffic safety drawings for filings
Talent & location releases (CN/EN)
Data & privacy handling statement; vendor onboarding pack

Seasonality & Contingency

Meiyu (June–July): Shanghai entered Meiyu on June 7, 2025 — plan covers, alternates and dehumidification.
Late Aug–mid‑Sep: Typhoon‑prone — pad days and verify waterfront access.
Holiday surges (2025): Jan 28–Feb 4, May 1–5, May 31–Jun 2, Oct 1–8 — early soft‑holds recommended.

Expanded Case — 6‑Day Production House Run (Jing'an → Bund → Lujiazui → Songjiang Stage)

Brief & Objectives

Premium brand film + social system; bilingual CN/EN; hero skyline + controlled stage builds; compliant vehicle plan.

Timeline

D‑28 ~ D‑18: Brief → look dev → casting; elevated/ground‑road filings; stage holds; UAV plan.
D‑17 ~ D‑10: Tech scout; traffic drawings; vehicle staging; call sheets.
D‑9 ~ D‑1: Prelight stage; safety meeting; deliverables grid signed.
D0 ~ D+5: 6‑day shoot — split units, riverfront plates, stage builds; daily rushes to editorial.
Post week: Color‑managed edit, bilingual subs, masters + platform derivatives.

Crew, Gear & Controls

Producer/1st AD · DP · ACs · Gaffer/Grip · Sound · DIT · Drivers
Mini LF/Venice + primes; compact LEDs; gimbal; wireless video
Public‑way controls (cones/barricades/ramps); weather thresholds; UAV licensed pilots only

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What to Ask Any Shanghai Production House

Which permit item applies to my locations (elevated vs ground‑road)? What’s the buffer?
How will you move vehicles with plate restrictions (07:00–20:00 on many elevated corridors)?
What’s your Meiyu/typhoon fallback and how fast can you switch to stage?
Who is the licensed UAV pilot and what corridor are we using?
How do you hand off media (checksum logs, encryption, LTO)?

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