Film Permit

Thank you for choosing to film in Spokane, the city that is "near nature, near perfect." You'll find the City of Spokane’s Film Office to be a fast and friendly "one stop" for meeting your filming needs within the City of Spokane.

The easy rule of thumb is this: as long as you're working in public space, you probably need to file a permit application with this office. If you wonder whether a permit is required for your project, give us a call and we’ll work with you on that.

While there is no application fee for a master film permit, we do require a $1,000 damage deposit and a certificate of insurance. Check out the City's Film Manual for more detailed information on the various permitting and communication requirements.

As soon as you determine you will be working in Spokane, please call the City Film Office to touch base with us and begin the process. The more lead time we get, the better we can serve your needs.

Film Office Contacts

Karen Marshall
Division of Economic Development
Email:kmarshall@spokanecity.org
Phone:(509) 625-6984
Fax: (509) 625-6013

OR if Karen is not available, contact:

Susanne Croft
Email:scroft@spokanecity.org
Phone:(509) 625-6967
Fax: (509) 625-6013

WA STATE FILM OFFICE LIAISON FOR EASTERN WASHINGTON: http://www.filmspokaneregion.com

Jeanna Hofmeister
Phone:(509) 742-9372
Email:jhofmeister@visitspokane.com

Information on Washington State's film incentive program is available at:
http://www.washingtonfilmworks.org

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