Scotland's Production Partner
Pineapple
Films
Bringing the world's biggest productions to Scotland's most extraordinary locations.
Local producers,
country-wide reach.
Pineapple Films runs on a network of Scotland and England-based producers — in Edinburgh, Glasgow, the Highlands and beyond. Relationships with councils, estates and Screen Scotland are already in place before your brief arrives.
Recces move same-week, not same-month.
When timelines tighten, the network keeps pace. Location scouts aren't bottlenecked by a single producer's diary — there's always someone close enough to move fast.
One brief. One point of contact.
Adil is your single line throughout the production. The full network operates behind that call, giving you nationwide reach without juggling multiple vendors.
Production Services
Scottish Location Scouting
Discover the perfect backdrop, from the historic streets of Edinburgh to the untamed beauty of the Highlands and Skye. We handle end-to-end location sourcing, comprehensive scout reporting, risk assessments, and secure all necessary access permissions tailored to your brief.
Elite Local Crew Provision
Tap into our established network of Scotland's finest production professionals. We supply production-tested, BECTU-registered talent across all departments - including camera, lighting, sound, art, hair & makeup, and casting - ready to support international shoots of any scale.
Permits & Access Management
We untangle the red tape so you don't have to. From complex council permits and road closures to securing access through NatureScot for remote wilds or Historic Environment Scotland for heritage sites, we manage all negotiations and paperwork so your team can focus on the creative.
Full Production Services
Your dedicated on-the-ground partner in Scotland, supporting international projects from prep to wrap. We handle the logistics - budgeting, scheduling, equipment hire, travel, accommodation, and catering - providing a seamless experience through a single point of contact.
One of the world's great cinematic destinations.
Scotland delivers some of the most striking and varied landscapes on earth within a highly accessible, logistically sound footprint. From the historic streets of Edinburgh to the untamed expanse of the Highlands, you can capture entirely different worlds in a matter of days.
Beyond the aesthetics, the financial case is equally compelling. With highly competitive UK film and television production incentives, all qualifying spend in Scotland maximizes your budget. Paired with a world-class crew base hardened by decades of major Hollywood features, you get breathtaking scenery without ever compromising on elite talent.
Unrivalled Terrain
Highlands, islands, ancient castles, and dramatic coastlines are all within a short drive of the capital. The sheer variety of locations and natural light remains unmatched in Europe.
Elite Crew Base
Hosting major studio features for decades has forged a crew base operating at the highest international standards across camera, sound, lighting, and art departments.
Strategic Timezone
Operating on GMT places us in the perfect window to overlap seamlessly with both US East Coast mornings and full European working days. When you call, we answer.
Streamlined Permitting
Scotland operates with a deeply production-friendly culture. We navigate well-established permitting pathways supported actively by Screen Scotland.
Unbeatable Value
For international productions, the combination of generous UK tax reliefs and strong currency conversion makes this one of the most financially efficient destinations available.
Adil
Pineapple Films is a dedicated production services operation. We don't develop, finance, or own creative - we exist purely to execute your vision. Production companies, agencies, and brands trust us to navigate the unique landscape of Scotland and the UK to deliver their work seamlessly.
Having spent years producing on the ground, I learned Scotland location by location. From building a robust network of top-tier crew to establishing deep relationships with landowners and permit bodies, we ensure your shoot is delivered on time and on budget. I serve as your main point of contact from the first email through to the final wrap, backed by a trusted team of professionals whenever the production calls for it.
The Full Picture
Before you arrive
We scout your locations, secure all permits, hire your crew, source equipment, book accommodation, plan transport, and build the schedule around daylight and logistics. Every piece of admin is handled so your team lands ready to shoot.
While you're here
Our team is on the ground managing the crew, liaising with landowners and councils, and keeping the schedule strictly on track. I am always reachable if something needs escalating, and I'll be there when it matters.
After you leave
Wrap logistics, equipment returns, final cost reconciliation, crew payments, and anything else that needs tying up are seamlessly managed through to the end.
Depth Over Breadth
Scotland is our home base and where we do our best work. The landscapes, the permit bodies, the crew network, the landowners: we know them all. That said, we're fully equipped to work across the width and breadth of the UK when the project calls for it. If you need someone who can seamlessly move between Scotland and England, or cover a multi-location UK shoot, get in touch and we'll work it out.
The Practical Stuff
- ✦Based in Edinburgh, Scotland
- ✦Available for pre-production consultations by phone, video, or email in any timezone
- ✦Full professional indemnity and public liability insurance
- ✦Happy to work under your production's insurance and contracts
