The Community Filming Survey is a time-tested tool used by FilmLA and public authorities to discover neighborhood concerns with upcoming filming activity. Usually required in advance of more complicated shoots, Filming Surveys are conducted door-to-door near planned film locations by production companies or their hired representatives. When Greater Los Angeles reopened to filming on June 15 after the COVID-19 shutdown, City … Read More
Want Filming at Your Place of Business? Put Your Front Door to Work!
When you think about it, the front door of any retail business has a big job to do. That’s the go-to place for would-be customers to find critical information about the business. There wait answers to all the important questions: Have I come to the correct place? What are the hours of operation? What payment forms are accepted? And perhaps … Read More
Location Pros Share Advice for Film Hosts at LA Loves Film Event
On Wednesday, January 15, local business owners, residents, and location professionals gathered at the West Valley / Warner Center Chamber of Commerce for “Bringing Filming to Businesses in the West Valley” – a FilmLA sponsored networking event and panel conversation attached to the LA Loves Film campaign. The event launched with welcoming remarks from Michael Owens of Los Angeles City … Read More
Seeking a Sustainable Future for Filming in LA
When FilmLA introduced LA Loves Film in late 2019, we did so with the goal of promoting filming sustainability in Los Angeles. What exactly needs to be done to keep local filming sustainable? The answers to that question are many, but we’ve found some good first steps. The path to long-term prosperity begins with recognizing that on-location filming happens more … Read More
Dressed to Impress, FilmLA Introduces New Uniforms
Coinciding with the new design of our film notices, FilmLA’s Field Services team has a fresh new look on the streets. Gone are the tried and true beige and blue (circa 2005). Starting this week, FilmLA uniforms have been stylishly upgraded with a modern black and grey color palette. As before, spotting a Field Services Rep or Monitor on-location will … Read More