Timelapse of city lights and production energy

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

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.

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

featured work.

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

in their words.

Longer reflections from producers and directors who have filmed with us across Guatemala and the region.

I had the pleasure of working with Giron and Schwartz in 2022. The dynamic duo were my fixers on location for the award-winning Nat Geo series, "World Eats Bread". We covered a lot of ground in Guatemala City and Antigua, and Giron and Schwartz made everything easy for our crew, even when our plans pivoted at the last minute. Our team never had to worry about transportation, meals, and hotels, and they made sure all our locations were ready and waiting for us when it was time to film. We were also shooting during Semana Santa, a very busy time in Guatemala, and Giron and Schwartz made sure we were able to navigate throughout Guatemala with ease. I am thankful I got the opportunity to work with them, and I am privileged to call them friends.

— Jenna Reynolds, Producer · USA

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