What does the Maryland Film Office do?
The Maryland Film Office is a marketing arm of the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development. Our mission is to attract feature film, television, video and commercial production to shoot on-location in the state of Maryland. For major productions, we provide scouting for specific location needs. We break down scripts and prepare customized photo files. We coordinate scouts and can accompany productions throughout the location survey. We provide pre-production research into production services, accommodations, production personnel, state regulations, weather and climate. We can make introductions to appropriate labor representatives. We also coordinate and facilitate cooperation with local, state and federal officials, businesses, civic and institutional leaders, neighborhood associations and residents. Members of the Maryland Film Office are on call at all times during a production to address changing needs as they arise.
