“I’m thinking about listing my property for filming. This is the first time I’ve done this. What am I getting myself into?”- AnonymousFor nearly 30 years, FilmLA has been Los Angeles’ leading resource connecting filmmakers and the communities in which they film. As a liaison between our government clients, film industry customers and local neighborhoods, we seek a sustainable level … Read More
Post-Strike Production Rebound Slow to Materialize in Early 2024
FilmLA, partner film office for the City and County of Los Angeles and other local jurisdictions – today issued an update regarding regional filming activity. The film industry’s highly-anticipated return to production in 2024 took eight to ten weeks to materialize, according to FilmLA. The end of labor work actions late in 2023 pushed many project starts into the New … Read More
Film Permits vs. Event Permits: Clearing Up the Confusion
FilmLA previously published guidance for filmmakers on when film permits are required in Greater Los Angeles. Even though FilmLA does not process special event permit applications, a question is sometimes asked by event planners, community organizers, and concert promoters. The question is, “Do I need a special event permit?” You might! Determining what kind of permit(s) you need requires a … Read More
Streamlining School Site Access: A Talk with the MyFilmLA Project Team
Late last year, FilmLA introduced a major update to its MyFilmLA customer portal. For the first time, filmmakers gained the ability to apply for school filming licenses online. The old way of doing things, requiring work in separate systems to obtain a license and valid permit, created numerous challenges. Now that the two processes are integrated, and all permissions coordinated … Read More
FilmLA Updates Ongoing Study of Sound Stage Development and Production
Availability Expands as LA, Major Competitors Add New Stage Infrastructure Today, FilmLA issued its sixth Sound Stage Study, updating its ongoing survey of Los Angeles area studio developments, and releasing new stage occupancy and use data for calendar year 2022. FilmLA’s report is made possible by a unique data-sharing partnership with 17 participating studio operators, who by entrusting FilmLA with … Read More