FILMING IN OUARZAZATE

Maroc Film Services provides film production services designed to seamlessly streamline international shoots throughout Morocco, with full-scale operational capabilities based right here in Ouarzazate.

Pre-Production & Logistics

From the earliest stages of development, we handle everything from script translation to extensive location scouting across the region, utilising our deep local knowledge of Ouarzazate’s iconic desert backdrops, sweeping rocky hamadas, winding river valleys, and the majestic, ancient architecture of surrounding earthen fortresses.

Our production team and fixers navigate the complexities of local bureaucracy, securing crucial film permits and specialised drone permits from local authorities, coordinating directly with regional municipal bodies. We also manage smooth customs clearance, seamlessly handling carnets and shipping (including ATA Carnets) for gear arriving through Ouarzazate Airport directly into the region. To maximise your budget, we provide specialised financial guidance to help international productions efficiently access Morocco’s 30% cash rebate and secure complete local VAT exemptions.

Talent & On-Set Crew

On set, our Ouarzazate network supplies world-class casting and talent alongside elite technical expertise. We provide professional actors, skilled background talent, and a full array of specialised, multilingual crew members sourced directly from the historical heart of Morocco’s international film industry.

Our comprehensive art department brings visions to life with expert scenic design, massive set construction, prop sourcing, wardrobe, costume design, makeup, and hair styling. For indoor or controlled environments, we offer exclusive access to world-renowned, full-service film studios, massive backlots, and state-of-the-art sound stages, complemented by Ouarzazate’s own versatile indoor filming options and beautifully preserved heritage sites.

Equipment & Drone Services

To ensure every frame is visually stunning, we provide state-of-the-art camera equipment, lighting equipment, and grip equipment packages available for immediate deployment anywhere in the Ouarzazate and Zagora regions. We also offer professional sound equipment setups alongside cutting-edge, heavy-lift drone hire services, customised for spectacular aerial footage of the legendary Ksar of Aït Benhaddou, the historic Kasbah Taourirt, and the endless desert horizons.

Accommodation, Location Catering & Transport

Our logistical support guarantees the utmost comfort and efficiency for your entire team. We take care of all your crew’s needs on the ground, ranging from mobile location catering to booking film-friendly hotels, historic kasbah lodges, and private desert encampments. Operating specialised production vehicles directly out of Ouarzazate, including rugged desert-ready 4x4s, heavy-duty equipment support trucks, and high-clearance on-set transport built for off-road and arid terrain, we manage all on-the-ground transport logistics.

From pre-production to the final wrap, Maroc Film Services is your trusted, single-source partner for premium film production services in Ouarzazate and beyond.

Ouarzazate

Ouarzazate is often dubbed “Africa’s Hollywood” or “Ouarzawood,”. It’s a city in southern Morocco that has become a world-renowned hub for film production. Its unique and diverse landscapes, combined with established film studios and a skilled local workforce, make it an incredibly attractive location for filmmakers from around the globe.