From alpine forests and white gypsum dunes to historic desert plains, bring your production to New Mexico’s third-largest county.
Why Film in Otero County
Film Tax Incentives
Access New Mexico's base credit plus up to 40% with rural non-metro uplifts.
Diverse Terrain
Span gypsum dunes, 9,000 ft alpine timber, and open desert within a 45-minute move.
Days of Sunlight
Consistent, low-humidity natural lighting and year-round shootable weather.
Direct Liaison Support
Single-point AFCI contact for multi-agency federal, state, and local permitting.
Why Film Otero?
Major Features
Otero County has served as the dynamic backdrop for major studio blockbusters, indie features, high-fashion campaigns, and international productions.
Streamlined from Script to Wrap
Otero County spans 6,628 square miles of federal, state, county, and tribal land. We serve as your single point of contact to expedite multi-agency approvals and coordinate location logistics.
Submit Intake & Scope
Share your target dates, crew footprint, and desired aesthetic profiles.
Scouting & Multi-Agency Routing
We coordinate directly with NPS (White Sands), USFS (Lincoln NF), BLM, NMDOT, and local municipalities.
Approvals & Rural Tax Uplift
Finalize location agreements, secure municipal permits, and ensure qualification for New Mexico's 25-40% rural tax uplift.
1301 N. White Sands Blvd., Alamogordo, NM 88310
Direct: (575) 491-4017
Email: jwafful@gmail.com
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