OUR PRODUCTION & LOCATION SERVICES PROVIDES ASSISTANCE TO FILM COMPANIES AND PRODUCERS

Scouting for a great period look?

English castles. Rolling vineyards. Crashing surf. European street scenes. From Central Park to the Oregon coast, the French Quarter to the Napa Valley, you’ll discover an atlas of looks that are cost-effective and easy to shoot.

Southern Vancouver Island offers a diverse range of historic and modern locations.

Locations Library

See the step-by-step guide for what to expect when productions film on location in B.C., from Scouting to Wrap.

Locations 101

The Provincial Film Commission at Creative BC in collaboration with eight regional film commissions, 35 municipal film offices, government and industry, provide local knowledge, industry expertise and ground support to productions anywhere in B.C.

We offer Production and Location Services free of charge

Script Breakdown

Using the photo library as a base resource, the Commission provides complete script breakdown services for features, MOWs, series and pilots. Photo files are sent using ReelScout to the producers to determine if the Capital Regional District is the appropriate place to film the production.

Scouting and Surveys

Based on production and script requirements, the Vancouver Island South Film and Media Commission will scout and photograph specific locations that may not be on file in the Commission’s library. The Commission may provide location scouts to accompany producers and directors around Greater Victoria in search of suitable locations.

Photo Library

The library is continually being updated and expanded; it consists of key images from all over the Capital Regional District used in script breakdowns, commercial requests and ongoing production and location support. It is used internally by Commission staff and contractors, and externally by producers, location managers and other industry personnel. Click here to view our public photo library. If you would like to view our complete photo library, including private residences, you may make an appointment with us at our office during our business hours.

Ongoing Support

Producers and Location Managers use the Production/Location Services Department for production research and information, location expertise, and assistance with other support and technical services. Staff aid with contacting appropriate agencies regarding city filming permits, as well as information on trade unions, guilds, labour rates, studio facilities, post-production facilities and suppliers.

See What’s Filming Around The Southern Island

Current Productions

Find out what’s shooting around the Southern Island

Behind The Scene of ‘The Twilight Zone’ filmed outside The Empress Hotel (2019)

Rosa Wu - Victoria Buzz

Crew

For established and new crew members, business’, and vendors. Follow the buttons below for more information!

CREW: If you are able to work as a local hire and have at least one professional production on your resume, create a free profile. If you do not have previous experience, consider becoming a member of the film commission to receive entry level crew calls.

BUSINESS: Promote your service to the film industry using our local production directory. A basic listing is free.

See our Sponsorship Brochure: ‘Lights, Camera, Revenue’ for additional ways to get exposure to the film industry.

CREW / BUSINESSES

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MEMBERS

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