Do you provide fast filming permits in Madeira?

Yes. Most film, fashion and commercial permits in Madeira can be processed within 24–48 hours.

Do you offer location scouting and local crew?

Yes. I provide full location scouting, fixers, runners, drivers, production assistants, and wardrobe/makeup contacts for productions in Madeira.

Can you manage small and medium productions?

Yes. I line-produce fashion shoots, commercials, documentary work, sports campaigns and small TV units with fast turnaround and full logistics.

Madeira Locations for Film, TV, Commercials & Photoshoots

Madeira Island offers an exceptional variety of cinematic locations for film, TV, commercials, fashion campaigns and photoshoots. As a local independent fixer and line producer with over 14 years of experience, I provide tailored location scouting, permits and on-the-ground support for productions of all sizes. From dramatic mountain peaks above the clouds to volcanic coastlines and dense laurel forests, Madeira delivers diverse visual possibilities within short driving distances.

Pico do Arieiro sunrise above the clouds in Madeira — cinematic mountain location for film, TV, commercials and photoshoots.

Mountain Peaks & Above-the-Cloud Sunrises

Locations such as Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo offer dramatic ridges, steep cliffs and sunrise light above the cloud layer — ideal for sports commercials, outdoor brands, running campaigns and cinematic aerials.

Pico do Areeiro sunrise above the clouds in Madeira — dramatic mountain filming location ideal for commercials, fashion campaigns, aerial cinematography and outdoor productions.

Coastal Cliffs, Natural Pools & Atlantic Views

Madeira’s coastline features volcanic rock formations, natural pools, black sand spots and rugged beaches. These areas are perfect for fashion campaigns, travel TV, automotive content and lifestyle commercials.

Madeira sea cliffs at golden hour — high-impact coastal location for fashion, lifestyle and commercial film shoots.

Laurisilva Forest & Waterfalls (UNESCO)

The Laurisilva Forest provides lush green environments, waterfalls and levada trails suitable for outdoor brands, music videos, nature documentaries and mystical visual concepts.

Laurissilva UNESCO forest in Fanal, Madeira — mystical moss-covered trees and foggy landscape ideal for cinematic productions, fashion editorials, outdoor campaigns and documentary filming.

Urban & Historical Areas

Funchal and surrounding towns offer old streets, tiled squares, gardens, promenades, marinas and colonial architecture — excellent for interviews, travel formats, period content, and stylish fashion editorials.

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Beaches, Villages & Seaside Promenades

Madeira includes a variety of seaside visuals from volcanic pools to colourful fishing villages and long promenades ideal for lifestyle and tourism content.

Traditional Madeira fishing village with colourful boats by the pier — picturesque setting for lifestyle, fashion and travel productions.

Roads, Trails & Scenic Drives

Mountain passes, scenic roads, tunnels and dramatic viewpoints across Madeira provide outstanding filming opportunities for travel TV shows, running sequences and cycling content. With fast elevation changes and diverse backdrops, crews can capture multiple visual styles within short distances — from misty high-altitude ridges to coastal cliffside roads.

The island’s iconic mountain routes offer sweeping bends, clean asphalt and uninterrupted views, ideal for dynamic tracking shots, drone cinematography and high-speed sequences. Several tunnels and cut-through rock corridors add dramatic visual contrast.

For outdoor and sports productions, the long coastal trails and highland paths deliver strong narrative value: rugged terrain, atmospheric fog, volcanic rock formations and dramatic drops. These settings support running campaigns, performance storytelling, high-end sportswear shoots, and long-format adventure content.

The combination of safe access, varied terrain and year-round visibility makes Madeira one of the most versatile locations in Europe for scenic driving shots, athletic sequences and premium outdoor commercials.

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Permits, Logistics & Access Support

Each location on Madeira requires specific permits, access planning and logistics. I coordinate permits, road permissions, drone authorisations, private land access and safe routes for crews.

Tailored Location Recommendations

For commercials, TV shows, fashion shoots and documentaries, I provide tailored location shortlists, moodboards, pre-scouts, recces and full fixer support.

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Need permits, locations or crew availability fast?

I reply within 1 hour. Full location shortlist within 48 hours.

If you're attending FOCUS London and exploring Madeira for future productions, feel free to request a 48-hour location shortlist.

Praia Formosa Beach voleibol at sunset sports photoshoot