Introduction to El Hub and its Significance
Guadalajara, Mexico, has recently launched El Hub, a cutting-edge post-production center catering to cinematic content and streaming series. This new facility aims to bolster Guadalajara’s position as a hub for audiovisual production in Mexico, addressing the growing demand for high-end technical services both domestically and internationally.
Key Features and Services
- State-of-the-art Equipment: El Hub boasts top-tier technical equipment, including a network of highly skilled colorists and sound designers tailored to each project’s unique requirements.
- Equipment Rental: The center offers camera, lighting, and wardrobe equipment rentals, ensuring productions have access to the necessary tools.
- Compatibility with Streaming Platforms: El Hub’s deliverables adhere to the technical standards of popular platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, and HBO.
- Remote Collaboration: The center is interconnected with Cinema Máquina’s servers in Mexico City, enabling real-time remote workflows between the two cities.
Imaginary Spirit Films’ Broader Strategy
El Hub is part of Imaginary Spirit Films’ comprehensive strategy, providing 360-degree services from pre-production to post-production and assistance in accessing public incentives like the Cash Rebate.
- Creative and Technical Freedom: The company aims to create an environment where productions can operate with creative and technical freedom, avoiding rigid processes.
- Collaborative Partnership: El Hub seeks to be a strategic partner rather than just a service provider, supporting each project with a collaborative approach.
Growth of the Audiovisual Sector in Jalisco
The opening of El Hub coincides with the flourishing audiovisual sector in Jalisco, which has recently attracted both national and international productions. The state has benefited from public policies, such as direct economic incentives for filming in the region.
With over seven years of operation, Imaginary Spirit Films has contributed to the co-production of seven feature films and strives to establish a sustainable business model that combines talent development, world-class technical standards, and public incentives.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is El Hub? El Hub is a new post-production center in Guadalajara, Mexico, offering high-end technical services for cinematic content and streaming series.
- What services does El Hub provide? El Hub offers equipment rentals, color grading, sound design, remote collaboration with Mexico City’s Cinema Máquina, and deliverables compatible with popular streaming platforms.
- Why is El Hub significant for Mexico’s audiovisual industry? El Hub strengthens Guadalajara’s position as a hub for audiovisual production, addressing the growing demand for high-end technical services both domestically and internationally.
- How does El Hub fit into Imaginary Spirit Films’ strategy? El Hub is part of Imaginary Spirit Films’ comprehensive 360-degree service strategy, offering pre-production, production, post-production support, and assistance in accessing public incentives.
- What is the current state of the audiovisual sector in Jalisco? The audiovisual sector in Jalisco is thriving, attracting both national and international productions due to favorable public policies and incentives.
