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The Mayor’s Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting now accepts permit applications online at https://nyceventpermits.nyc.gov/film/. Productions will have the ability to apply for new project accounts and submit their location requests from any computer with internet access. Productions must submit their applications at least 48 business hours in advance to ensure that permits are processed and that all parking requests are granted.

"Made in NY" Production Assistant Training Program: Learn about the free training program, developed by our office and Brooklyn Workforce Innovations, that prepares diverse New Yorkers for jobs in film and television production.
Code of Conduct and Keys to the City: Read the best practices guidelines the Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting requires all productions shooting in the City to sign.
Resident and Merchant Frequently Asked Questions: Frequently asked questions about what to expect when film and television crews shoot on location in your neighborhood.
Permit and Fee Information: Find out important information regarding required permits, optional permits, the new project application fee and liability insurance.
Oversized Vehicle Permit Procedure: An oversized vehicle permit is required for any single vehicle exceeding 35’ length (bumper to bumper), 8’ width or 13’6” height and for tractor/trailer vehicles exceeding 55’ length, 8’ width or 13’6”.

Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting Year in Review: 2011

The Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting looks back at some of the highlights of 2011.

February 1, 2012 - As award season kicks into gear, a number of "Made in NY" productions are among the winners.

February 1, 2012 - New "Made in NY" television series will hit the small screen this month.

'Once' Is Never Enough on Broadway this Month

February 1, 2012 - Broadway in February brings a revival of a classic American play, an one-man show and the theatrical adaptation of an Irish film.

Ghetto Film School Presents GFS MasterClass with Online Videos

January 31, 2012 - The Ghetto Film School (GFS) has announced the launch of GFS MasterClass, a cutting edge initiative to bring the nonprofit’s award-winning educational model to scale, reaching thousands of teen storytellers around the world.

Mayor Bloomberg Announces 2011 Was Busiest Year Ever for Television Production in NYC, Celebrates 100th Episode of the Hit TV Series 'Gossip Girl'

January 26, 2012 - Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Media & Entertainment Commissioner Katherine Oliver visited the set of “Gossip Girl” – a “Made in NY” television series that films at Silvercup Studios in Long Island City – to announce that 2011 broke all records for television production in New York City and to celebrate the show’s 100th episode, which will air Monday, January 30th on The CW.

January 24, 2012 - The 84th Annual Academy Awards have announced the nominees for this year’s ceremony. The “Made in NY” film Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close was nominated for Best Picture (executive producer, Scott Rudin) as was actor Max von Sydow for his supporting role as the Renter.

Brooklyn Residents Welcomed to Special Screening of ‘Extremely Loud’ Hosted by Warner Bros. and the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment

January 20, 2012 - A special screening of the new film Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close took place at the UA Court Street Stadium 12 for local Brooklyn residents as part of Warner Bros. and the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment’s local community outreach plan.

Real New Yorkers Share Real Stories about Breaking into the Film and TV Industry

January 19, 2012 - At the latest talk from the “Made in NY” Industry Series, an audience gathered at Brooklyn Public Library at Grand Army Plaza to learn about the realities of breaking into the film and television production industry.

September 16, 2011 - The Creative NYC: Campaign against Content Theft summit took place at the Tweed Courthouse on Tuesday, September 13, 2011, and brought together representatives from the City of New York, the entertainment industry including the Motion Picture Association of America and International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, US Immigrations and Customs Enforcement, academia and law enforcement, who participated in panels and provided a thoughtful review of the current state of digital piracy.

New York Extends and Expands 30% Production Tax Credit

August 4, 2010 - New York State has extended and expanded its 30% production tax credit and has introduced its first free standing post production credit. To learn more about the credits, contact the New York State Governor's Office for Motion Picture and Television Development at 212-803-2330 or visit the website at www.nylovesfilm.com.

The "Made in NY" Discount Card Application, created by developers WFT Productions, helps users find vendors who participate in the "Made in NY" Discount Program. With around 1,000 vendors participating in the program, "Made in NY" cardholders can use this app to easily find the right vendor for their needs.

Sets in the City: Find out what locations have been used in "Made in NY" films and television shows.

"Made in NY" PA Graduates Show off their Work at 5th Annual Film Festival

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Help the MOFTB Promote Entertainment Production in New York City

The Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre and Broadcasting (or: This initiative) is supported (or: supported in part) by the Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City. The Mayor's Fund is a not-for-profit organization established to strengthen public programs with support from individuals, corporations, and foundations. As a 501(c)(3) public charity, donations to the Mayor's Fund are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

To learn more about the Mayor's Fund to Advance New York City or to make a contribution, click here.

If you would like to play a key role in promoting the entertainment production industry specifically in our City, please make your check payable to the following, and specify on the check that the monies be allocated to the NYC Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre & Broadcasting.The mission of the Mayor's Office of Film Theatre and Broadcasting is to facilitate local production work for the 100,000 plus New Yorkers who make their living in the film, television and theatre production industry and to promote the City as the ideal location for these projects.

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