Orlando Film Commission

24-hour access to the Orlando Filmbook  

A qualified listing of crew and vendors in the Orlando region 

One-stop permitting for location filming  

Any time a production impacts public property (street, sidewalk, park, etc.) all communication begins with this office 

Community partners are empowered to re-direct any communication regarding filming impact to this office resulting in streamlined communication from our office to theirs, all calls regarding filming are between the Film Commission and the government entity not the production  

Use of an extensive digital location library  

A catalog of images representing the variety of locations we have in the region representing all counties, cities and communities in the Orlando region  

Preliminary scouting, evaluation of locations, and familiarization tours 

The process to secure a production can include:  

A full location breakdown of the script 

A location package with a map that includes sample images where they could film the project  

If they like what they see, then we physically take them to the locations (often with a location scout) to speak with the property owners and start the process of securing locations and permitting  

Assistance with local hotels and accommodations 

The film office has long standing relationships with many hotels in the region who support the production industry due to the large amount of rooms a production will require for several weeks at a time  

Support throughout entire production schedule 

May include everything from a full meeting with the community in which they are filming to get all departments on board (large project) to assisting in the promotion of any press releases from casting to distribution  

Often includes last minute changes in permitting  

Attract On-Location Production  

Conduct targeted sales calls/meetings with studios, production companies and advertising agencies in major markets such as NYC and LA  

Host inbound FAM tours with film production decision-makers 

Lead legislative efforts in creating local film incentives and support state-level rebate programs. 

Educate and inform prospects on the Florida Entertainment Industry Sales Tax Exemption program, which is facilitated by the State film office 

Manage the Orlando Film Commission permitting process, location database and online databases 

Increase Local and Out-of-Market Visibility of the Region as a Prime Film Production Location 

Increase exposure through targeted association alliances 

Increase out-of-market exposure/awareness at local, regional and national film festivals and conferences including Produced By Conference and Florida Film Festival 

Update location database images used to market the region 

Educate & Engage Local Workforce and Infrastructure  

Meet with local and new to the area professionals/students to provide information from a general overview of our community on ways to better integrate their business into the local industry   

Partner with local and state associations for networking and educational functions such as Women in Film & Television – FL and Film Florida  

Manage the Permitting System for the 4–County Region  

Maintain relationships with all community partners within the various departments such as police, fire, emergency services, economic development and others as they vary from community to community  

Field calls and inquiries from across the world regarding filming in our region 

Respond to the Florida Office of Film & Entertainment requests for locations  

Process every permit for the 4 county region (see attached permit)  

Many permits require negotiation to satisfy both the community and the production company 

The film commission serves as the “translator” between these two parties  

This is a 24hr service – If a production needs assistance at 1am our office must be available to assist  

Field calls from the public who want to know about a production impacting their neighborhood  

Collect economic impact data from the production companies who use our services  

Maintain the database of permits for the office