Thinking of filming in Dallas? Here are some useful information such as locations, incentives, and industry-related resources.
Film and TV reflect who we are, where we have been, and where we are going. It combines hundreds and sometimes thousands of cast & crew who miraculously come together and perform their duties in a way that cohesively and successfully tells a story. Films can pique any emotion at a given time and sometimes leave a mark on its viewer. While looking for the setting for your next production, make Dallas your choice.
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DALLAS LOCATIONS
The city continues to cultivate a thriving independent scene that creates quality, award-winning and internationally recognized work. Dallas has a great diversity in locations, low cost of doing business, incredible talent and crew and the infrastructure necessary to make your production a successful one. The Dallas community is one that loves film, and the area backs that up with the educational programs, film festivals and movie theaters to satisfy any film lover or filmmaker’s needs. Come be a part of Dallas’ storied film history and let this beautiful, vibrant city be the backdrop for your next project.
FILM & TV
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Listing yourself, services and credits in the appropriate professional categories in area production directories will provide exposure to productions that are shooting in the area. Directories that cover our area are Dallas Creative Industries Resource Directory, and the Texas Film Commission’s Texas Production Manual (we suggest listing in both for maximum coverage). Cost of these annual listings is minimal when balanced against your career.
When productions are ready to crew up, they will often contact the Dallas and Texas Film Commissions for posting on their online job pages. This information is provided to the public on the DFC JOB LISTINGS or TFC Production Hotline.
Film commissions cannot release information until authorized by the production.
The job listings page includes information on features, TV movies, series and other projects in production or pre-production, that have already chosen to film their project in the Dallas area.
The Dallas Film & Creative Industries does have a searchable locations photo gallery (link is listed below). These location images are a representative of the types of locations that can be found here. No guarantees are made or implied that every location will always be current or available.
Hiring a local Location Manager or Scout is another way to help you find the perfect location.
For additional assistance, please complete the materials assistance form (linked below) or contact our office, film@visitdallas.com or 214-571-1050. By completing the form, we can better personalize a location package for your project.