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 and City of Glendale Partner to Support Filming
FilmLA is pleased to announce the launch of a new partnership with the City of Glendale, establishing FilmLA as the centralized coordinator of film permits and related services in the City, effective August 1, 2022 (Prior to that date, inquiries should continue to be directed to the City of Glendale Film and Special Event Office). Glendale is nestled between the … Read More
FilmLA and City of San Fernando Partner to Support Filming
FilmLA is pleased to announce the launch of a new partnership with the City of San Fernando, establishing FilmLA as the centralized coordinator of film permits and related services in the City. Effective June 1, 2022, filmmakers with an interest in filming in San Fernando will be able to do so through FilmLA’s one-stop permitting solution. Meanwhile, San Fernando residents … Read More
Filmmaker Advisory Re: Super Bowl LVI
As Los Angeles prepares to welcome the Super Bowl, FilmLA has been informed of some potential challenges that productions might face in the coming week. California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers will not be available to work on-location from 2/6/22 through 2/13/22. During this time, productions needing to film in unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County will need to secure LA … Read More
A Festival to Celebrate the Departing 6th Street Bridge
In late October, thousands of Angelenos gathered at the 6th Street Viaduct to bid goodbye to a Los Angeles icon. The 6th Street Bridge, a neighborhood landmark made famous on the small and silver screens, is earmarked for demolition and replacement. It seemed only fitting that FilmL.A. join other sponsors and the office of Los Angeles City Councilmember Jose Huizar, … Read More