from: James Thompson, P3update.com — Since the early 1990s, the offering of production incentive has been the most logical way to attract film and television productions to a community — and the lack of financial perks could lessen the chance of boosting these local economies. These incentives mainly consist of tax benefits from local governments to encourage...
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We have been notified that LADOT will not accommodate any late posting requests. Please have all posting requests into our office by 11am 3 business days before your shoot. Below is a list of deadlines for posting. Filming on: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday – In by 11am Thursday prior to shoot date Wednesday – In by 11am Friday prior to shoot date Thursday...
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from: James Thompson, P3update.com — On the first day of the 2013 Digital Hollywoodspring conference, attendees were offered opportunities to look into the future of digital content distribution and the new platforms for showcasing their work. The event’s New Hollywood Equation session was held at a poolside tent at theRitz Carlton in Marina del Rey, Calif.,...
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from: David Hurd, P3update.com — After working in the business for 35 years, with 15 of those years on TV truck crews, I’ve learned a few things about production. With enough time and crewmembers, almost anyone can make a normal video production if they’ll keep shooting till they get it right. But the same can’t be said for live production, which usually calls...
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from: Richard Verrier, Los Angeles Times — Hollywood North is going south. That’s the fear among many in the once-booming production community in Vancouver, Canada. Although Vancouver still attracts high-profile movies and television shows, including A&E’s recently launched “Bates Motel,” the city is rapidly losing its perch as one of...
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from: Adrian Knight, TheLocationGuide.com — On those days when I’m feeling a little discouraged, or I seem to be endlessly searching for a location which just doesn’t manifest itself, I have to remind myself how lucky I am to do this job. As Location Managers, we get to meet all kinds of fascinating people from every walk of life. We also get to travel, work...
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