# How we work together - Antoine Similon

> Antoine Similon’s production guide in Brussels: prep call, six-step shoot, four formats, dates agreed before the shoot, 48-hour turnaround on request, two revision rounds, subtitles included.

A practical guide to what happens before, during and after the shoot - so we arrive on day one with the same picture in mind.

## Working together, end to end.

Four sections covering everything from the first call to final delivery - written so your team knows exactly what to expect.

- **01 Pre-Production** - The preparation call, brief, logistics and the interview sheet. We align before anyone picks up a camera.
- **02 On-Set** - Arrival, setup and the shoot workflow - six steps, repeated on every project.
- **03 Format Breakdown** - Testimonial · Podcast · Commercial · Event. Each format has its own kit and crew configuration.
- **04 Post-Production** - Editing, delivery timelines, revisions and subtitles - what to expect after wrap.

## The preparation call.

### A - Brief & objectives

We review your project goals, key messages, target audience and creative direction to ensure full alignment before the shoot day.

### B - Logistics & location

On-site access, interviewee list, timing, parking and any technical constraints are confirmed well in advance.

### C - WhatsApp group

A dedicated channel is set up for real-time coordination on the day - between you, your team and the crew.

### D - Interview sheet & script

You share the structured question list with me in advance so I can prepare the shoot accordingly. A teleprompter is prepared on my side if your format requires it.

## Setup times.

Equipment complexity determines how early I arrive on location.

| Setup | Lead time | Equipment |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Light | 15 to 30 min | Single camera · One microphone · Basic lighting |
| Standard | 30 min to 1 hour | Up to two cameras · Standard lighting rig · Lav mic or boom microphone |
| Full Rig | 1 hour to 1.5 hrs | 2–3 cameras · Boom mic · Backlight · Full professional kit |

## Shoot workflow.

1. **Arrival** - On-site ahead of schedule for a location orientation and equipment check. *(T-60 min)*
2. **Location scout** - Walk-through of the premises to identify optimal shooting spots for interviews and b-roll. *(T-45 min)*
3. **Setup** - Full deployment of cameras, lighting rigs and audio equipment. *(T-30 min)*
4. **Interviews** - Filmed on 1 or 2 cameras depending on the agreed format and brief. *(Main)*
5. **B-Roll** - Coverage of location, activity, products and exteriors - providing editorial context. *(Coverage)*
6. **Wrap** - Full de-rig and pack-down, typically 30 minutes. Site left clean. *(+30 min)*

## Four formats. One standard of excellence.

### Testimonial & Interview

- Arrival 30–60 min prior to shoot
- 1 or 2-camera configuration
- B-Roll: location, action, product
- Exterior shots included
- 30-minute wrap and de-rig

### Video Podcast

- Setup time: 1 hour
- up to 3-camera setup + 2 microphones
- Professional lighting configuration
- 2 on-camera participants
- Studio format - no b-roll

### Commercial & Social

- Full location walk-through
- Setup time: 1 to 2 hours
- Call sheet review on arrival
- Interior and exterior coverage
- 30-minute de-rig

### Event Coverage

- On-site 30–60 min before start
- VIP and priority shot list confirmed
- Interview locations validated
- Reactive, documentary approach
- De-rig at close of event

## Delivery timelines.

All delivery dates are formally agreed with the client before the shoot. A 48-hour turnaround is possible on request.

| Format | V1 delivery | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Event | 3–5 days | Rush in 2 days on prior request |
| Interview | 3–7 days | Includes b-roll edit pass |
| Campaign | 8 days | Colour grade + sound design |
| Podcast | 7 days | Episode + social cuts on request |

## Revisions & subtitles.

### Two rounds of revisions, included as standard.

Comments are collected via a single collaborative link with frame-accurate timestamps. Additional revision rounds can be incorporated on request.

### Included in every delivery.

Automatically generated and embedded into the final file. Your team reviews and validates them via a collaborative platform - efficient, accurate and fully integrated into the workflow.

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