How can I list my home or business with the Michigan Film Office for a filming location?
Our online submission is currently limited to 10 photos. To submit a location just CLICK HERE.
To send a disc with additional photos please use the Locations Submission Form
What if a film chooses to use my property for filming?
Here are some helpful tips if your property is chosen as a filming location. Property Owners Guide
How can I list my myself with the Michigan Film Office?
You may list in our production directory if you are a Michigan resident and have professional credits.
Does Michigan offer any incentives to film there?
Yes we do, the best in the nation. See the Incentive Info page.
Where's the film crew?
The lion's share of the crew is in Southeastern Michigan, or metropolitan Detroit (approximately 2-3 features deep). You can also find a good crew base in Grand Rapids. There are small pockets of crew in Traverse City, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Saginaw, Flint, and Manistee.
Sound stages: Do you have any?
Yes with our office of various sizes. Our largest is 15,000 square ft. and 42 to the grid. If you watch the news there are more to come.
How about film labs?
Yes. Filmcraft is a full service 24/7 film lab in Farmington Hills. They can be contacted at (248) 474-3900 or e-mail info-filmcraft@filmcraftimaging.com.
Are you union or right-to-work?
We're union. Our IATSE and Teamster Locals are highly skilled and very friendly. Bring them a small or big budget - they'll make you an offer that works. Union Contacts
What do you have besides big-city looks?
Click this Link and Find Out.
How's the weather?
Interesting. Michigan gives film production companies all four season and many choices. Download our weather charts for more information.
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