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 conclusion of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA work actions on September 27 and November 9, respectively, came too late for production to pick up by year’s end. Local on-location filming declined steeply in the fourth … Read More
Do I Need a FilmLA Permit? Some Guidance from FilmLA
So, you want to do some filming (or take some pictures) in/around Los Angeles and want to know if you need a permit. It’s a good question, and if you’re inclined to ask, the answer is definitely “maybe.” FilmLA serves 23 different jurisdictions, whose rules for when permits are required vary. Generally speaking, government authorities look at two things when … Read More
Benefits of Obtaining a Film Permit
Though it has its share of global competitors, Greater Los Angeles remains one of the most convenient destinations for filmmaking, due in no small part to the film industry’s long and celebrated presence here. On any given day, upwards of 120 simultaneous productions are underway in Greater Los Angeles. Even with this volume, a recent FilmLA survey found that, by … Read More
Upcoming FilmLA Office Relocation
In February 2024, FilmLA will relocate from its current Hollywood, CA headquarters to a new location in nearby Studio City. Effective 2/1/24, FilmLA will become the latest company to operate a production office from Bungalow 20 on the lot at the historic Radford Studio Center (RSC). In keeping with studio security protocols, our new office will not be open to … Read More
No Surprise: Summer of Strikes Sends LA Shoot Days Lower
Reality TV Emerges as the Season’s Primary Production Driver FilmLA, partner film office for the City and County of Los Angeles and other local jurisdictions – today issued an update regarding regional filming activity. FilmLA’s new report reveals the full effect of the WGA and SAG-AFTRA work actions on summer film and television production in Los Angeles. Local on-location film … Read More