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FilmLA Announces Leadership Transition

News Releases | October 1, 2025
FilmLA, the nonprofit partner film office serving the City and County of Los Angeles and other local jurisdictions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Denise Gutches as its new Chief Executive Officer. >>Read more
Innovation Spotlight: FilmLA Monitors

For Filmmakers | September 29, 2025
Since 1997, FilmLA Monitors have supported high-impact, on-location film shoots, serving both filmmakers and the community while proving themselves invaluable to productions. >>Read more
Indigenous People’s Day Permit Deadlines

Production Alerts | September 25, 2025
The City and the County of Los Angeles, as well as some of the other jurisdictions we serve, will be closed on Monday, October 13th in observance of Indigenous People’s Day. FilmLA will remain open for business. Please contact Solution Services at info@filmla.com with any questions. Please note that… >>Read more
Location Scouting and Film Hosting: Part 3

For Communities, For Filmmakers | September 25, 2025
This is the third article in a three-part series about hosting filming at your home or business. Through conversations with accomplished Location Professionals and film hosts, we aim to share frank, open advice about the film host experience. A Veteran Host Shares Her Experience In this installment we spoke with… >>Read more
Cold Scouting Explained: Tips for Property Owners

For Communities | September 25, 2025
In the film industry, the practice known as “cold scouting” is when a location scout or other film company representative stops by a home or a business to see if it would be a good fit for their project. FilmLA offers the following tips to protect yourself and your property. >>Read more
Labor Day Permit Deadlines 2025

Production Alerts | August 18, 2025
FilmLA, the City and the County of Los Angeles, and the other jurisdictions we serve will be closed on Monday, September 1st, in observance of Labor Day.Please contact Solution Services at info@filmla.com with any questions. Please note that all permits are due by 10am on the date listed below. Lane/road… >>Read more
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