For more than 50 years Sonoma County has played gracious host to the film industry. From “Frenchman’s Creek” in the early 40’s to the Twentieth Century Fox production of “Cheaper By the Dozen” in 2003, Sonoma County has been home to as wide a variety of movies as our multitude of locations offer. Our diversity is evident from the breathtaking Sonoma coastline, which boasts everything from sandy beaches to jagged cliffs, the beautiful vineyards that cover our hills and valleys, the ethereal redwood forest, placid lakes, meandering country roads, historic bridges and picturesque rural villages.

The Sonoma County Film Office–like Creative Sonoma–is housed in the Sonoma County Economic Development Board. It supports and facilitates Sonoma County as a location destination for film, video, and commercial production companies worldwide and helps create a “film friendly” environment for production by connecting with local government, businesses, and residents.

FILM OFFICE GOALS AND FUNCTIONS

• Provide assistance and support for film, television and multimedia industry crews working in Sonoma County
• Develop relationships with other organizations to increase the awareness of Sonoma County as a destination for production
• Promote and draw attention to its website to assist individuals or production companies to access the tools for their success
• Support and encourage teamwork among permitting agencies
• Increase awareness of Sonoma County’s heritage of films shot here as a tourist attraction

Creative Sonoma has partnered with the Sonoma County Film Office to house the following directory of experienced production individuals and organizations/enterprises that support film production in Sonoma County:

General Creative Services 

Photographers | Writers | Stylists | Make-Up Artists | Hair Stylists | General

• Individuals
• Organizations/Enterprises

Crew

Producer/Directors | Assistant Directors | Camera Operators | Construction | Location Scouts | Security | General | PR | Studio Teacher | Director of Photography | Sound Recordists

• Individuals
• Organizations/Enterprises

Equipment 

Cameras | Photography Supplies | Vehicles | Props | General

• Individuals
• Organizations/Enterprises

Production 

Production Companies | Editing | Screening Facilities | General | Post Production

• Individuals
• Organizations/Enterprises

Talent 

Stunts | Coaching | General

• Individuals
• Organizations/Enterprises

Multimedia 

Music | Graphic Design | TV, Video, DVD | General

• Individuals
• Organizations/Enterprises

For information on filming locations, permits, California tax credit incentives, advertising policy, lodging and catering, and visitor information, please visit the Sonoma County Economic Development Board Film Office webpage.

To be considered for this directory as an individual or organization/enterprise, REGISTER HERE.