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Your on-the-ground production partner in Central America.

From fixer services and scouting to permits, crew, logistics, and field execution, we support international productions across Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, and southern Mexico.

who we are.

Girón & Schwartz is a hands-on production company built through years of experience on the ground in Guatemala and the region. Our work is rooted in close collaboration, direct communication, and a strong understanding of how productions move in real conditions. We stay involved at every stage so that clients can work with a team that understands both the creative demands of a project and the realities required to carry it through.

Manuela Girón

Manuela Girón

Co-founder

Manuela Girón is one of Guatemala’s most seasoned production professionals, with extensive experience in advertising, documentary, and unscripted productions. She has worked as a fixer, field producer, and assistant director, and is trusted to carry complex productions from the ground with authority and local experience.

Luis Andrés Schwartz

Luis Andrés Schwartz

Co-founder

Luis is an audiovisual producer with experience in national and international productions, as well as a background in public administration, cultural management, and historical research. His understanding of institutions and territory makes him especially valuable on projects that require coordination and context.

Selected clients

ARTE Distribution
BBC Studios Nordic
Disney+
Eccholine
Long Way Home
National Geographic

What collaborators say

Reliable, thoughtful, and exceptionally well connected on the ground.

— La Marcelo, role / production

A phenomenal network and a wealth of experience as fixers and consultants.

— Arturo C., director

The top production team in the region. Professional, trusted, easy to work with.

— Natallié R., producer

services.

We cover the full production process, from pre-production planning and permits to crew, logistics, and operational support across the Central American corridor.

Pre-production

Permits, casting, visas, research, and the planning required before a shoot begins.

Production support

Fixers, producers, crew, equipment, and day-to-day production coordination.

Logistics & access

Location permits, transport, lodging, catering, security, and customs support.

why Girón & Schwartz.

An approach to production shaped by experience and trust.

Direct involvement

Our boutique approach allows us to stay personally involved throughout the process instead of handing your project off.

Transparent communication

Our experience allows us to guide you with clarity, so you understand your options and can make sound decisions at each stage.

Planning a shoot in Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, or southern Mexico?

Let’s talk about what your production needs.

Tell us where you’re filming—we’ll map logistics, permits, and support to your schedule.

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Central America — Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, southern Mexico
Central America — Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, southern Mexico

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WORLD EATS: BREAD — teaser
LONG WAY UP — EPISODE 10
MARKETS OF THE WORLD
FIND MY FAMILY
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PEKIN EXPRESS

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