Locations in Austria
snow locations year round to the easy accessible peaks in the Alps
picturesque Austrian cities and mountain villages
more than 1000 lakes in a variety of landscapes
over 100 mountain passes with great road conditions
architecture/buildings by world-renowned architects
hometowns of Marcel Hirscher and other world class athletes
Why come to Austria
easy permitting for aerial filming with drones and helicopters
some of the best winter sports athletes worldwide
any kind of film equipment available
large international talent diversity
Advantages
From blockbuster hits to independent films, we offer line production services for national and international projects. We’ll work to fulfill your production needs across formats including original content, high-end series, and feature films. Whether your shoot lasts just one day or several weeks, we’re here to assist with all your production needs, managing every aspect—from plates to 2nd unit. Our extensive expertise supports all aspects of your project, including scheduling, budgeting, location scouting, casting, sourcing and contracting local crew, accommodation and transport management, accounting, payroll, and local VAT deduction.
With our established presence and growing connections in Austria, we can also collaborate with local film boards and explore initial concepts for financing through public film funds.
Locations
Austria's diverse landscapes provide an impressive range of locations. From the dramatic Alps to the gentle hills of the east, and from the Danube Valley to the pristine lakes of the Salzkammergut, the country ofers distinctive central European scenery within manageable distances.The changing seasons create natural variety throughout the year. Winter transforms the mountainous regions into snow-covered landscapes from December through March, while the warmer months showcase lush meadows, historic vineyards, and crystal-clear lakes across the country. Austria's excellent infrastructure makes location moves efcient. Vienna serves as the main production hub, while cities like Salzburg, Graz, and Innsbruck each ofer their own unique architectural and cultural backdrops. The urban environments range from historic districts to modern cityscapes, providing versatile settings for diverse productions. In 2024 the new HQ7 Studios opened in the heart of Vienna and ofer two state of the art soundproof stages as well as one of the largest fully furnished hospital flm sets in Europe with over 460sqm.
Close proximity to the ARRI headquarters in Munich allows for easy access to modern equipment and the neighboring countries of Hungary, Slovenia and the
Czech Republic open the possibility for crew hiring with competitive rates.
Previous Clients
Boardwalk Pictures, bombero international, CBS, eOne, Fabula, Focus Features, Inner City Films, Komplizen Film, Pinewood Pictures, RatPack, Sony Pictures, TF1 Production, X-Filme, Zwart Arbeid,...
Sustainability
At SHOTZ, we are fully committed to sustainability across all areas of our work. From commercial production to filmmaking, we implement eco-friendly practices inspired by global initiatives like AdGreen, Green The Bid, the UK's Albert, and the Green Production Guide in the USA. We actively reduce our environmental impact by integrating green methods at every stage of production, collaborating with partners who share our values. Our flexible approach allows us to meet sustainability goals in various locations while maintaining high production standards. Through these efforts, we aim to create impactful content while protecting the planet.
Incentives
FISA+ (Film Industry Support Austria)
• Base grant: 30% of eligible production costs spent in Austria
• Additional green bonus: +5% for environmentally sustainable productions
• Minimum spend requirements:
o Feature flms: €150,000
o Documentaries: €80,000
o Animation/VFX: €25,000
• Maximum funding cap:
o Films: €5 million
o Series: €7.5 million
