Your production coordinator
in Laos
Hiring a production coordinator in Laos means adding a knowledgeable, vetted local professional to your project. This person will advise you on picking the right locations for your shoot. They will also be able to put you in touch with a journalist fixer, for example, should you need one. Laos is an offering country when it comes to filmmaking, one that few production crews used as a filming ground. Here are a handful of locations to consider for your filming.
Vientiane
The capital city of Laos, Vientiane, is the largest hub for culture, history, industry, and business in the country. The city of just 200.000 inhabitants is the place where most production crews will start their projects. Based on the scope of your project, ask your location scout or production coordinator in Laos for advice on where to shoot while in town. Popular places include Buddha Park, the That Luang monument, the Patuxai Victory Gate, and others.
Mekong River
The unrivalled water vein of Laos, the Mekong River is a splendour of nature and biodiversity. It flows for thousands of miles through six countries. As a result, it stands as a favourite for travellers and filming crews visiting Laos. With such a diverse offer for filming spots along the river, ask your production coordinator in Laos for the right ones for the best result. The river offers countless bays, waterfalls, and natural wonders to be filmed and explored.
Mekong River
Luang Prabang
A city at the intersection of two large rivers, the Mekong and Nam Khan, Luang Prabang is often chosen by travellers as the starting place for their trips on one of the two waterways. Hiring a journalist fixer will ensure access to locals with incredible stories to tell, worthy of a documentary on the history and culture of the place. Luang Prabang is famous for old temples like the Wat Wisunarat, serene waterfalls like the Kuang Si, or mysterious caves like Pak Ou.
Nam Ha National Protected Area
Located in the northern part of the country, the Nam Ha National Protected Area is famous for its ecotourism. The protected area is home to countless endangered species of plants and animals, as well as ethnic groups living by the old traditions. Ask your location scout about where to shoot while in the protected area, as well as sorting out the film permits that you need for filming in the park. The paperwork is well worth being allowed to film in this unique place.
Nam Ha National Protected Area
Pakse
Pakse is the second-largest city by population in Laos, as well as the capital city of the Champasak province. Visitors of Pakse can travel to popular spots such as the famous Golden Buddha statue, the legendary Tad Young waterfalls, or the scenic Phou Asa Mountain, among others. Ask your location scout to advise you on places to film while in Pakse, or your production coordinator in Laos, ensuring you make the right choice for where to shoot in this part of the country.
Hiring a location scout in Laos
Hiring a professional who is entitled to give valuable advice on filming locations, such as a location scout or a production coordinator in Laos, will ensure you will make an informed decision on where to film. This will help you turn your media production into a successful one. Regardless of how many guides you read as preparation, a local who knows Laos and has been helping crews film in the country is simply the right choice.
From the bustling streets of Vientiane or Pakse to the wild beauty of the Mekong River, or the countless unique, protected areas, our local professionals can recommend tailored locations based on your exact needs. If you have decided on filming in Laos, we are ready to help. Fixer Laos is waiting for your email. As soon as we have the details of your project, we will get back to you with a reply, as quickly as possible.
