Quick answer: African Fixer is a full-service production company in Namibia, providing international crews with film permits, vetted local crew, location scouting, equipment, 4×4 transport and remote-area logistics. We service feature films, commercials, music videos, documentaries and stills across the Namib Desert, the Skeleton Coast, Sossusvlei and Etosha — turning one of Earth’s most cinematic but logistically demanding countries into a smooth, well-run production.
Namibia is a land of epic contrasts: the towering dunes of the Namib, the eerie Skeleton Coast, the wildlife plains of Etosha, and some of the cleanest natural light on the planet. It is one of the most sought-after locations on the continent for commercials and features — but it is also remote, sparsely populated and infrastructure-light. A dedicated Production Company Namibia is what makes ambitious shoots here run on time and on budget.
Explore our full range of African filming locations, or see how we deliver production support in Botswana and across the region.
About African Fixer
African Fixer is a film, video and stills production fixer that has operated across Africa since 2005. We provide global clients a streamlined, professional production experience from first call to final wrap, with one of the largest networks of local film and stills fixers on the continent — local teams in more than 50 countries and surrounding islands. With two decades of hands-on industry experience, we know what it takes to deliver an exceptional production in some of the world’s most incredible locations.
What types of projects do we service?
As a production company in Namibia, African Fixer supports productions of every size and format:
- Commercials and advertising — Namibia’s dunes and open roads are a global favourite for automotive and brand campaigns.
- Music videos — striking desert and coastal backdrops for international artists.
- Feature films and television — Namibia has doubled for alien worlds, post-apocalyptic landscapes and period settings.
- Stills and photo shoots — fashion, automotive and editorial.
- Documentaries and factual content — wildlife, conservation, travel and adventure.
Our production services in Namibia
We offer world-class services to suit productions of all sizes:
- Film permits — applications sorted before you begin shooting, including protected and desert areas.
- Visa applications — for international celebrities and crew.
- Local crew — sourced and vetted across every department, experienced in desert conditions.
- Heads of departments — experienced HODs who know how to work in Africa.
- Scouting and locations — expert knowledge of dunes, coast, plains and remote sites.
- Casting — including contracts for usage and performance (TV and print).
- Art department — props and wardrobe management and supply.
- Film equipment and hire — gear sourced locally or shipped and cleared.
- Shipping of logistics — equipment cleared through customs in each country.
- Production vehicles — 4×4 and specialist vehicles for on- and behind-camera needs.
- Drivers and chaperones — including 4×4 and convoy support for remote travel.
- Hotel, lodge and flight bookings — including charter flights to remote airstrips.
- Catering — for all on-set personnel and dietary requirements, including in the field.
- Security — professional security and remote-area safety management.
- Local fixers — production coordinators with indispensable local knowledge.
- Equipment hire and shipment — full support for imported and local kit.
Best filming locations in Namibia
| Location | What it offers | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Sossusvlei & the Namib Desert | The world’s tallest dunes and the iconic Deadvlei pan | Commercials, automotive, sci-fi, fashion |
| Skeleton Coast | Foggy Atlantic shoreline, shipwrecks and stark desert-meets-sea | Atmospheric, adventure, documentary |
| Etosha National Park | Vast salt pan and abundant wildlife | Wildlife, factual, safari |
| Swakopmund | Colonial coastal town and a practical production base on the coast | Urban, period, crew base |
| Damaraland | Rugged mountains, desert elephants and ancient rock art | Adventure, documentary, landscapes |
When is the best time to film in Namibia?
Namibia offers reliable clear skies for much of the year, which is part of its appeal. The cooler dry season (roughly May to October) is generally most comfortable for desert and wildlife work and concentrates game around water in Etosha, while coastal areas see characteristic morning fog year-round. African Fixer plans schedules around heat, light and remote access.
Why choose a Production Company Namibia like African Fixer?
Namibia delivers some of the most spectacular and unusual visuals on Earth, but its remoteness, distances and fragile environments demand serious logistical planning. A dedicated production company gives international teams one accountable partner who handles permits, 4×4 logistics, remote catering, fuel and safety — so the crew can focus on the frame. Learn more about filming in the country via the Namibia Film Commission.
Frequently asked questions
Do you provide full production services or just fixing?
Both. African Fixer can act as a local fixer or provide full-service production — crew, permits, equipment, 4×4 logistics and on-set management end to end.
Can you support remote desert shoots?
Yes. We handle 4×4 convoys, charter flights to remote airstrips, fuel planning, field catering and safety for shoots far from infrastructure.
Which towns are the main production bases?
Windhoek (the capital) and Swakopmund (the coast) are the principal bases for crew, equipment and logistics.
Work with a production company that knows Namibia
African Fixer provides full production services in Namibia — permits, crew, scouting, equipment, 4×4 transport and logistics for films, commercials, music videos, documentaries and stills.
Planning a shoot in Namibia? Contact African Fixer to start building your production.
