Arts, Media, and Entertainment Industry Cluster
About the Arts, Media, and Entertainment Industry Cluster
DEO and its LA County Film Office advance policies, strategies, partnerships, and programs to help LA County remain the arts, media, and entertainment capital of the world, increase local film and television production, and provide pathways for County residents into quality jobs and pathways in the industry.
Los Angeles County is the global hub for film and television production, offering unmatched infrastructure, diverse locations, and a deep pool of skilled professionals. Home to the highest concentration of studios and creative talent in the country, the County continues to attract a high volume of productions each year.
Its year-round favorable weather, iconic landscapes, and streamlined permitting process make it a top choice for filmmakers. With strong public-private partnerships, LA County remains vital to California’s entertainment economy, supporting everything from major blockbusters to independent projects.
Related Motions
Motion: Long Term Supports For The Film Industry In LA County
Motion: Support For Governor Newsom’s Expansion Of The California Film And Television Tax Credit Program
Motion: Advancing the Resilience of the Film and Television Industry in LA County
325+K
Workers directly or indirectly employed by the entertainment industry per year
15K
Businesses directly employed by the entertainment industry per year
$117.2 Billion
Economic Impact and $38.5 billion in labor income for Los Angeles County
DEO is home to the LA County Film Office which was established in 2016 to serve as the liaison for the County and Board of the Supervisors to the entertainment industry. In this role, the County Film Office is responsible for all filming-related matters, including:
- Single point of contact within the County for productions, location managers, unions, studios, and the general public
- Servesas a point of contact for residents and constituents inquiring about filming in their neighborhoods
- Oversees all County film policies, procedures, and ordinances
- Promotes the use of County properties for filming within the County
- Serves as a system navigator, advocate, and concierge for productions and the industry.
- Works with Cities within the County and external partners to create streamlined and aligned film, television, and photography permitting policies and regulations.
- Serves as a system navigator, advocate, and concierge for productions and the industry.
- Provides subject matter expertise to the Board of Supervisors and LA County Departments on entertainment-related economic and workforce trends and issues
- Manages the County’s Film and Photography Permitting system and regulations
- Coordinates with County Departments, including Sheriff’s Office and Fire Departments, Supervisorial Districts, Productions, FilmLA, and the public regarding filming activity
- Collaborates with California Film Commission and other statewide groups to align policies, regulations and local incentives with the goal of attracting and retaining more production to the Region
Film Office and DEO Services and Resources
Los Angeles County has adopted a proactive approach amidst the many dynamic forces reshaping the film and entertainment industry. The County fosters the most favorable environment possible for film production, ensuring the industry continues to thrive and evolve in Los Angeles—its historic and cultural home.
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Industry Report: Advancing the Resilience of the Film and Television Industry in LA
In March 2025, DEO – County Film Office released the report “Strategies to Advance the Resilience of the Film and Television Industry in Los Angeles” in response to the Board of Supervisors’ September 26, 2023 motion, “Long Term Supports for the Film Industry.”
DEO’s LACounty Film Office is initiating implementation of the report’s program and policy strategy recommendations. The recommendations will incentivize new and continued industry production in the region. Some of these recommendations include:
• Identifying new revenue streams and creating incentive packages
• Reducing regulatory barriers
• Revising departmental film policies
• Creating shared production space and an Evergreen Fund
Los Angeles County has adopted a proactive approach amidst the many dynamic forces reshaping the film and entertainment industry. The County fosters the most favorable environment possible for film production, ensuring the industry continues to thrive and evolve in Los Angeles—its historic and cultural home.
Film and Photography Status Reports
Film LA Reports
Contact the Film Office
For questions or additional help navigating County requirements, reach out to the LA County Film Office directly at this email here (gsmith@opportunity.,lacounty.gov)
Notable Productions Assisted
The County Film Office supports various productions in unincorporated LA County by clarifying municipal regulations, addressing community concerns, and assisting with filming on County properties.
