A key part of the production was filmed at Oasis Studios Ouarzazate, where the studio backlot provided an authentic and atmospheric setting for the biblical world.
The majority of departments on this production were staffed by Moroccan crew, operating seamlessly to international standards. This reflects how years of collaboration with global productions have built a highly skilled local workforce, transforming production services into genuine co-creation.

One of the most strategic decisions for any international shoot in Morocco is defining the right balance between imported crew and local expertise. This balance depends on the project’s scale, format, and technical complexity, and it is most effective when addressed early in collaboration with a local production partner.

For The First Christmas, this collaborative approach resulted in efficient, well-structured departments that combined international precision with local insight. Moroccan crews demonstrated strong capabilities across key departments, including:

Art Department, Camera & Electrical Department, Sound Department, Special Effects, Costume & Wardrobe,  Casting, Production Department

This project stands as a clear example of Morocco’s maturity as a full-scale production base, where skilled local crews, world-class facilities, and international teams come together to deliver complex studio productions at the highest level.