F.A.Q.

The Poconos Film Office aims to support and promote film and television production in the Poconos region by offering location scouting assistance, facilitating permits, providing information on local resources, and advocating for financial incentives to benefit productions.
We offer a range of services including assistance with location scouting, coordination of permits, liaison with local authorities and service providers, information on tax incentives, and support for logistics and accommodation.
Filming in the Poconos is subject to local regulations, including permit requirements for specific locations, restrictions in protected areas, and adherence to environmental guidelines. We can help navigate these requirements.

Property owners interested in listing their property as a filming location can contact us with details and photographs of their property for consideration.
Yes, we maintain a comprehensive directory of local film crew and talent available for hire. Contact us for access to the directory.
The Poconos region offers a variety of accommodation options for large film crews. We can assist in coordinating lodging that meets your budget and proximity requirements.
We can provide information on local post-production facilities and services, including editing suites, sound design, and visual effects studios.
You can subscribe to our newsletter, follow us on social media, or regularly visit our website for the latest news, events, and updates related to filming in the Poconos.

Yes, there are tax incentives available for eligible productions filming in the Poconos. We can provide detailed information on eligibility criteria and application processes.
We can guide you through available local funding options, grants, and financial incentives that your production may qualify for.
Yes, we offer comprehensive location scouting services and can provide you with a portfolio of potential filming locations that match your project's needs.
Permits are not currently required to film in the Poconos unless your production requires the closure of streets or will disrupt day-to-day business. For more information, visit permits.
The Poconos Film Office acts as a facilitator for studios and film productions. To have your location listed on our database, please reach out to us.
You can decide whether or not you want to charge a location fee to use your private property. It is expected that location fees can vary depending on the size of the property, the production’s needs, schedule, and the footprint the production has on your property.
As a facilitator, we kindly ask that we are made aware of any fees associated so we can present them to productions when it is time.

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