Trusted by major Hollywood South productions including Disney, NBC, Netflix, and more. NOLA Protection Group has secured 100+ film and television shoots across New Orleans and Southeast Louisiana since 2012.
Film & Television Production Security in Louisiana
Film and television production security is a specialized service critical to the success of Hollywood South productions filming throughout Louisiana. NOLA Protection Group has protected movie sets, location shoots, and production facilities across the Greater New Orleans area since 2012, providing set access control, talent protection, equipment security, and traffic management for productions of every scale.
Louisiana’s generous tax incentives have made the state one of the top filming destinations in the country, earning New Orleans the well-deserved nickname Hollywood South. Major studio productions, independent films, television series, and commercial shoots rely on professional security teams to protect multi-million-dollar equipment, manage location logistics, and ensure the safety and privacy of cast and crew.
Key Benefits of Production Security
- Set Access Control: Officers manage entry points to sets and base camps, verifying credentials and preventing unauthorized access by the public, paparazzi, or trespassers.
- Talent & Cast Protection: Dedicated close protection officers provide personal security for actors, directors, and high-profile production personnel during filming and travel.
- Equipment Security: Overnight and round-the-clock protection of cameras, lighting rigs, props, wardrobe, and other high-value production equipment stored on location or at warehouses.
- Traffic & Pedestrian Control: Officers manage street closures, redirect pedestrian traffic, and coordinate with city permitting offices to maintain safe, uninterrupted shooting conditions.
- Location Security: Protection of filming locations including historic buildings, private properties, and public spaces from vandalism, theft, and unauthorized entry during production.
- Crowd & Bystander Management: Professional management of public onlookers and fans at outdoor location shoots to prevent disruptions and maintain scene integrity.
Our Approach to Production Security
NOLA Protection Group assigns a dedicated security coordinator to each production who serves as the single point of contact between our team and your production management. Before principal photography begins, our coordinator conducts site surveys of all planned filming locations, identifies security risks, and develops a comprehensive security plan.
Our officers understand the unique rhythm of film production. They know how to operate quietly during takes, manage crowd control without creating confrontations, and adapt quickly as shooting schedules and locations change. Many of our officers have extensive experience on Louisiana productions and understand the protocols and expectations of professional film sets.
Why Choose NOLA Protection Group for Production Security
The film industry demands security providers who are reliable, discreet, and experienced with the unique pressures of production environments. NOLA Protection Group has built a strong reputation among Louisiana production companies, location managers, and studio security departments for delivering exactly this level of service.
“NOLA Protection Group provided flawless security for our 60-day shoot across four New Orleans locations. Their officers were professional, adaptable, and understood the demands of a major production.” - Line Producer, Louisiana Film Production
Our team includes officers with backgrounds in law enforcement and military service, bringing discipline and situational awareness to every assignment. For productions requiring armed security or law enforcement presence, our off-duty police details provide certified officers from NOPD and surrounding jurisdictions.
We also offer technology solutions including LVT mobile camera towers for remote monitoring of equipment staging areas, parking lots, and base camps during overnight hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have experience with major studio productions?
Yes. Our team has provided security for feature films, television series, commercials, and music videos produced by major studios and independent production companies filming in Louisiana. We understand the confidentiality requirements, union protocols, and professional standards expected on professional sets.
Can you provide overnight security for equipment and locations?
Absolutely. Overnight equipment and location security is one of our most requested production services. We provide dedicated officers to guard camera trucks, prop storage, wardrobe trailers, and filming locations during non-shooting hours.
How do you handle paparazzi and public interference at location shoots?
Our officers are trained in professional crowd management and public interaction. They establish clear perimeters, communicate respectfully with bystanders, and work with local police to enforce public safety boundaries without creating negative publicity for the production.
Can you scale security for multi-location shoots?
Yes. We routinely provide simultaneous security coverage at multiple shooting locations, base camps, unit parking areas, and talent accommodations. Our deep roster of trained officers allows us to scale quickly as production needs evolve.
Protect your production with security professionals who know Hollywood South. Call 504-577-2323 today for a free production security consultation.
