Seeking a Sustainable Future for Filming in LA

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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

FilmLA Notices of Filming: Still Blue, But More Green

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If you live or work in Greater Los Angeles and have ever welcomed a film production to your neighborhood, you’re probably familiar with the blue Notices of Filming distributed by FilmLA. Six days a week, FilmLA’s Field Services team works diligently to hand deliver these notices to local homes and businesses.  Each includes important details about upcoming filming activity.  The … Read More

FilmLA’s Expanded Outreach & Education Program Adds New Team Members

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FilmLA recently celebrated the expansion of its Outreach & Education team (formerly Community Relations). Now comprised of four full-time staff, the team exists to provide constituents with a high level of hands-on service while helping sustain filming’s future in Greater Los Angeles. Coinciding with the team’s expansion and FilmLA’s announcement of the LA Loves Film campaign, Arturo Piña was named Manager … Read More

FilmLA Announces New Client Partnership with City of Gardena

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The City of Gardena has approved an agreement with FilmLA establishing the not-for-profit as the film permit coordinator for the area.  FilmLA will now accept applications for permits to film within Gardena’s city limits. The City of Gardena is located in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County. The city is known as the “Freeway City’ and is bordered … Read More