St. Louis Film Office
Our Mission
At the St. Louis Film Office, our mission is to serve as the official liaison between the film industry and the residents of St. Louis. We are committed to promoting the St. Louis region as a film-friendly destination and attracting film productions to our vibrant region. Through our collaborative efforts, we strive to facilitate a seamless experience for filmmakers, providing them with the necessary resources, support and local talent to bring their creative visions to life. Our ultimate goal is to foster a thriving film industry in St. Louis, contributing to economic growth, cultural enrichment and the overall development of our local community.
Why St. Louis?
A friendly and talented local crew base, ease of access from both coasts, favorable economy, four distinct seasons, cooperative government agencies, a competitive motion media state tax incentive and an abundance of diverse architecture. Bring your vision to life, right here in St. Louis!
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Contact Us
For information about shooting your film in St. Louis, contact:
Kelley Hiatt
St. Louis Film Office Manager
khiatt@usingyourcontacts.com
(314) 992-0625
Register Your Production
The St. Louis Film Office is here to help with all your production needs, from logistics to lodging. To get the process started, please fill out this brief form. Upon submission, your production will be officially registered with the St. Louis Film Office.
Missouri Motion Media Production Tax Credit Program
Get your camera rolling in St. Louis! Find out how your production can benefit from the MO Motion Media Production Tax Credit.
St. Louis Location Guide
Find the perfect St. Louis location for your next production.
Crew & Services Directory
Need crew or support services for your production? Start the search here.
Location Manager Toolbox
Welcome to production in St. Louis. We are glad you are here! This toolbox is designed to answer general questions you may have about filming in St. Louis It is important to know that the St. Louis film office covers the city of St. Louis as well as the 90+ municipalities that make up St. Louis County.
Resident & Business Owner Toolbox
If you are approached about a filming opportunity on your property there are a few things you should know.
Additional Resources
Why Production Companies are Choosing St. Louis
- Diverse shooting locations
- Impressive production crew base
- Professional, diverse talent pool
- State-of-the-art post-production facilities
- 38,000+ hotel rooms region-wide with 8,000 in downtown St. Louis
- Nonstop flights from Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and more than 60 major U.S. cities
- Extensive equipment rental
- Stage space, soundstages, unique venues and theaters
- Easy permitting system
