Team showreel

This collective showreel features First Tone’s commission works, in addition to our collaborators’ previous works as key creators of videos and short films.

First Tone connects China and the UK through moving images.

Whether you are looking for a Chinese-speaking team to carry out your film shoot in the UK,
professional help with landing your commercial idea in China,
or simply someone to translate your videos,
First Tone has you covered.

We enable this with our knowledge, insight and expertise in both industries, our international collaborators based in both countries, and our dedication to bringing these two cultures closer together. Read who we are

Remote filming

We create seamless remote filming experiences for you. Be it in the UK or China, our team will precisely execute your shooting plan while you are physically away.

Location scouting & liaising

We provide a choice of locations and studios tailored to your need, create recce reports, and help with obtaining permission and liaising with them.

Local culture insights

What’s a cooler landmark than London Bridge? What video form would work better in the Chinese market? We help you understand the local culture better.

Crew supply

Need Chinese-speaking (be it Mandarin, Cantonese or other specific dialects) crew members for your shoot in the UK? We will make it happen with our extensive network.

Translating, titling & editing

Our bilingual team will be able to translate, edit and subtitle your videos for you, so that you have a smooth post-production.

Or, just try our one-stop solution

From translating your initial idea to a filming plan, to carrying out the shoot, to delivering the final video, we are able to provide you with a hassle-free one-stop solution.

Our clients

  • Genesis China

  • Esquire China

  • Xiaomi

  • Ping Pong Digital