Çiğdem Ulupınar
Çiğdem Ulupınar
Independent Line Producer & Fixer in Turkey
Full Production Services for Feature Films, TV Programmes and Commercials. With over 20 years of experience in film and advertising production, Çiğdem Ulupınar provides full production services for international feature films, television programmes and commercial productions filming in Turkey.
Based between Bodrum and Istanbul, she works closely with international crews, overseeing permits, locations, logistics, local teams and on-set coordination to ensure productions run smoothly and efficiently.
With extensive knowledge of Turkey's filming landscape and particular expertise in the Aegean and Mediterranean regions, she delivers reliable, production-focused solutions from pre-production to wrap.
Channel 4 • Rakett Film • Heartland TV
Independent Line Producer & Fixer
With over 20 years of experience in film and advertising production, Çiğdem Ulupınar provides full production services for international feature films, television programmes, and commercial productions filming in Turkey.
Based between Bodrum and Istanbul, she works closely with international crews, overseeing permits, locations, logistics, local teams and on-set coordination to ensure productions run smoothly and efficiently.
With extensive knowledge of Turkey's filming landscape and a particular expertise in the Aegean and Mediterranean regions, she delivers practical solutions, reliable communication and hands-on support throughout every stage of production.
Whether supporting small crews or large-scale international productions, her focus remains the same: providing seamless, production-ready solutions from pre-production to wrap.
About
Who She Is
Çiğdem Çipiloğlu Ulupınar is a fixer and production support provider based between Istanbul and Bodrum, with long-term on-set experience in film, TV series, and commercial productions.
Her background allows her to understand both creative expectations and production realities, enabling her to act as a reliable local extension of international production teams.
How She Works
She works directly with producers, line producers, and directors, supporting them on the ground as their dedicated fixer in Turkey.
With extensive experience on professional sets, Çiğdem brings a calm, proactive, and detail-oriented approach to every project. Her priority is to keep productions on schedule, on budget, and running smoothly throughout the entire process. Whether coordinating a small documentary crew or supporting a large-scale commercial shoot, she adapts seamlessly to the unique pace and creative demands of international production teams.
Where She Works
Based in: Istanbul & Bodrum
Coverage: All regions of Turkey, with deep local knowledge in key production destinations including Bodrum, Marmaris, Fethiye, Antalya, Kaş, Alanya, Side, Denizli, Kuşadası, Didim, İzmir, and Istanbul. Her logistics network and scouting expertise also cover wider regions such as the Aegean, Mediterranean, Cappadocia, Southeast Anatolia, and the Black Sea.
Services
Local Fixer & Production Services
Filming Permits & Authorizations
Filming Permits in Turkey
She handles all official filming permits and authorizations for public, municipal and private locations for international productions.
Location Scouting & Management
She scouts and manages diverse urban, historical, and scenic locations across Turkey.
Local Crew & Equipment
Local Crew & Equipment Support
She connects international productions with experienced local crews and trusted equipment suppliers throughout Turkey.
Casting & Extras
Local Casting & Extras Coordination She provides access to local casting, background actors and talent for international projects filming in Turkey.
Customs & Carnet Support
Equipment Import & Carnet Support She assists with customs, carnet paperwork and equipment entry/exit for foreign productions in Turkey.
Transportation & Logistics
Production Logistics in Turkey transportation, accommodation, catering and on-set support to ensure smooth filming and crew movement.
Production Coordination
Production Coordination — On-site coordination of production teams, schedules and logistics, ensuring smooth workflow for international teams in Turkey.
Selected Clients
Rakett Film
Norway
2021- 2022 - 2023
Boundless Love
Production Services
Free Form Productions
UK
2024
A Place in the Sun
Fixer Services
Heartland TV
Denmark
2025
June and Susanne
Fixer Services