Our (LS) Productions of the Year Wrapped
As another wild year wraps at LS Productions it felt like the perfect moment to grab a quiet five minutes with our brilliant production team to reflect on their 2024 highlights. With some incredible pieces of work in the locker - seeing LS shoot across the globe in Mexico, Malta and Manchester, collaborating with some of the world's most exceptional creative talent and delivering our biggest ever fashion project back home in Scotland, it’s definitely been another year to remember.
Clare Murtagh, Senior Producer, Fashion
The Work: DIOR Cruise Collection, Scotland
Drawing on the legacy of Mary Stuart and the intimate relationship between Scotland and Christian Dior himself, in early 2024 it was announced that DIOR creative director, Maria Grazia Chiuri, would be using the country as the inspiration for their 2024 Cruise Collection. A year in the planning, and centred around the runway show at Drummond Castle that saw A-List and global fashion community descend on rural Perthshire. LS delivered a total of 21 shoots across three days for multiple partners at multiple locations. A huge undertaking and also the company's biggest ever collective piece of fashion work, which drew extensively on the team's expert local production and locations knowledge.
Why I loved working on this?
“Working around the show itself was a truly unique experience—I doubt I’ll ever see anything quite like it again. Witnessing the scale and meticulous care that goes into a high-end fashion show was incredibly impressive, and the collection itself was exceptional. This was also one of the most challenging projects I’ve ever worked on. The last-minute nature of the shoots pushed us to new levels, yet we worked tirelessly to deliver everything required and more.
As always, I was blown away by the LS team and the talented freelancers who supported us. The teamwork was extraordinary, and the people involved were, without question, some of the best I’ve ever worked with in the industry. This success would not have been possible without them.
Looking back, I feel immense pride in what we achieved. It was a brilliant showcase of Scotland’s capabilities to deliver seamless global productions at an international scale, working alongside some of the world’s finest creative minds.”
Linsey Romano, Senior Producer, Commercials
The Work: Google x Beetlejuice
Part of Google's ‘New Ways to Search’ by 72andSunny, this brilliantly timed collaboration coincided with the release of the new Beetlejuice movie and sees (shrunken head) Bob getting the influencer treatment, as he prepares for the movie premiere courtesy of a little help from Google Search.
LS Productions delivered full production service for WW7 on the commercial shoot, which was shot in a studio in London over two days, with the team overseeing four different set builds to create scenes for Bob to work in, including a walk-in wardrobe, a bathroom, a living room and a sushi restaurant. Multiple content elements were captured on the shoot to amplify the creative idea and showcase the latest google pixel phone alongside the release of the new Tim Burton Beetlejuice Beetlejuice film.
Why I loved working on this?
“Working with puppeteers was a completely new experience for me and the team, and we especially loved collaborating with the incredible teams at Warner Brothers. It was fascinating to be up close with Tim Burton's characters from the film, but even more rewarding was working with the talented crew behind the scenes—from costume and makeup to the puppeteers and coordinators.
Working with WW7 from LA and director Emma Debany was an absolute joy. The project involved intricate logistics, including precise timing for the puppeteers and handling last-minute curveballs with prop changes and client feedback. At LS, our shoots are typically location-led, so studio shoots and set builds like this are less common. However, we brought the same high level of client care and attention to detail, and we were thrilled with the outcome.
What stood out to me most was how everyone collaborated so seamlessly as a team, and I believe the results speak for themselves.”
Sam Barber, Production Manager
The Work: Expedia Local Lens, Featuring Ewan and Colin McGregor
The Expedia Local Lens Scotland shoot was an incredible project to produce. Over two packed days, we covered eight stunning locations across Scotland with a crew of 60–70, capturing Ewan and Colin McGregor's journey in a vintage camper van. It was an ambitious schedule, but seeing the brothers reconnect with their homeland made every moment worth it.
The logistics were challenging, but the payoff was huge. Working with Ewan and Colin was a privilege—they brought such authenticity to the story—and collaborating with director Stuart McIntyre and the team at Somesuch was a fantastic experience. What stood out most was the opportunity to showcase Scotland’s beauty through a heartfelt narrative, proving that even with tight timelines, we could deliver something truly special. I look back on this shoot with real pride.
Why I loved working on this?
“Filming in late January in Scotland brought its own set of challenges, with limited daylight hours pushing us to an ambitious schedule of four locations per day plus driving scenes. Shot over a single weekend, we worked documentary-style with two cameras but with a crew on a commercial scale. This wasn’t a traditional commercial shoot—it was about crafting authentic experiences for Ewan and Colin McGregor. From suggesting activities that showcased Scotland’s charm to incorporating local characters and iconic locations, we had to create a journey that felt both genuine and engaging.
What stands out most about this project is its heart. It’s a love letter to Scotland, celebrating its landscapes and people. Ewan and Colin were a dream to work with—down-to-earth and completely invested in the story. Their enthusiasm is evident on screen (their only request? Coffee and water!). On a personal note, having my mum feature as the fiddle player in Fortingall Bar was such a proud moment.
This project also felt like true creative collaboration. The Somesuch production team, the director, and LS all worked closely to adapt to the needs of the shoot, requiring flexibility, problem-solving, and teamwork. Pulling off something of this scale, with such a tight schedule and high-profile talent, was an incredible achievement—and I’m so proud of what we created together.”
Emma Hughes, Senior Producer, Sport
The Work: Nike - Awaken Your Madness
With the Euros pencilled to land in summer 2024, LS supported Magna Studios in Spring, in order to deliver all UK based production elements, featuring Erling Haaland, as part of Nike’s award winning production, Awaken Your Madness. A global production effort featuring Vinicius Junior, Kylian Mbappé and of course Haaland himself, the ad is a surreal trip exploring notions of to be truly great then you need to take yourself to the brink of madness.
Why I loved this shoot?
“With the ad built on such a richly dark creative concept this infused across all elements of the production. Director Sam Piling had a clear vision of what he wanted to achieve and I loved the creativity of each scene. Working around Haaland’s very tight schedule, we shot scenes with him on the pitch, in the ice sauna and in the training room as well as the ‘Chamber’ set (which eventually Vini Jr was filmed in - the magic of post production) was also built and filmed in Manchester.
Like with any shoot there were many challenges to overcome which our local HOD's ingeniously dealt with to accommodate how tech heavy the production was. Our team definitely had their hands full wrangling 3x 35mm, 1x photosonic and three cranes, a very specialist lighting list as well as massive rain and wind rigs at the stadium. However it was all worth it in the end as the response to the ad has been phenomenal.”
Bert Dijkstra, Production Co-ordinator
The Work: Guinness 0.0 x The Premier League
Back home in Scotland again, this project involved a three day shoot on the island of Eriskay in the Outer Hebrides, to film the commercial to launch the Guinness 2024 Premier League sponsorship. With an 18 person visiting team, 44 Scottish crew and 88 local Background Artists from the Uist islands, we filmed mostly at Eriskay FC football pitch, which is renowned as one of the most remote and beautiful football pitches in the world.
What I loved about this shoot?
“By far and away the most rewarding part about this job was getting the local community engaged in the project, and how that in turn solved a lot of problems on the shoot for us. We went on a couple of scouts to the island during prep, in order to engage the community and to cast them in the film. All of the cast were locals, we had a local caterer providing dinners too and most of the props and vehicles, such as the tractors, cars, pitch side couches and more all came in from local connections. Plus a herd of wild ponies, which almost stole the show.
The shoot enquiry came to us at short notice in the middle of summer, so there was almost no accommodation available on the island. We were even looking at the possibility of using a cruise ship as accommodation. Our scout trips to the island helped to solve this problem, with locals opening hunting lodges and Airbnbs for us that weren’t initially listed online, and in the end we just about managed to fit 62 people across various accommodation options on the island (without the need for a cruise ship!) This was a brilliant piece of work to be involved in, the finished ad hits all the right notes and was really well received. This shoot reminded me that with perseverance and a great team, there isn’t much we can’t accomplish for a shoot.”
Alannah Nicholson, Production Co-ordinator
The Work: TK Maxx SS‘24/SS’25
The first of our global shoots in 2024, it was brilliant to collaborate with our long term partners at TKMaxx, heading to Baja California, Mexico for a stills & motion shoot to capture the high streets fashion brands Spring Summer ‘24/’25 collection. Shooting over 4 days and across 7 different locations in Los Cabos and Todos Santos, LS oversaw a visiting team of 19 and 13 models.
What I loved about this shoot?
“It was great getting to work alongside the local team in Mexico and shoot in such a rich variety of vivid and unique locations. Logistics were a bit of a challenge given everything we had to fit into our 4 days as well as the number of visiting crew and models to factor in, but the collaboration of the whole team ensured it came together perfectly and resulted in some amazing final images and video content.
I also love this shoot, as it was my first time servicing a shoot outside the UK which was a fantastic opportunity and came with lots of new experiences and learnings. It's great to learn from different production crew and their ways of working. Definitely missing the chips and fresh guacamole rounds on set though!”
Chris Gainsbury, Production Manager
The Work: Sid Meier’s Civilization VII with Gwendoline Christie
With the big reveal of Gwendoline Christie as the official narrator of the strategy turn based game Civilization VII, LS Productions were brought in by LA based creative content company, Chromista, to survive the trailer to announce the exciting news. Shot within the constraints of an 1800s Victorian sewage pumping station on the outskirts of London, with a distinctly pungent smell that was at some points overwhelming, LS delivered a first rate production supporting Director Marcelo Burgos to bring his unique vision to life.
What I loved about this shoot?
“Director Marcelo Burgos was instantly drawn to the unique aesthetics of the location. We embraced the challenge of transforming his creative vision into reality. The venue was grimy, dimly lit, and presented dangers for all involved, including our A-list talent, Gwendoline Christie. With expert precision, we produced this project by effectively managing potential risks and collaborating seamlessly within the cramped spaces and tight deadlines we faced.
The creative involved heavy post-production and VFX elements, complemented by a bespoke set piece and design built by our Production Designer. Lighting continuity was integral throughout and involved an entire blackout of up to 50 arched windows inside the upper floors of the location - removing these panels for a trustees' conservation tour and reinstating all again a few hours before our teams stepped onto set for the shoot. The beautiful work from our in-house locations department and library offering was so unique, that it resulted in a mix of steampunk meets Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. It was crucial that we filmed and left no trace behind, let alone damage to the grade I listed building, but the collaborative and logistical efforts from our production team and heads of department working in tandem made it possible.”
