Film in Ventura County
— with clarity on locations, services, and permits
A directory of permitting jurisdictions, locations and production services, sponsored by Ventura County Film Commission to help you find the right contacts and start with the correct permitting authority.
Find Permit Contacts by Jurisdiction →Profiles are tied to verified representatives to keep information accurate.
Liaison support connecting production to resources
- VCFC helps you navigate the production ecology by connecting productions to the right permitting office and local resources.
- Resource listings are connections — not advertisements, identifying contact and location/service specific resources.
- Accuracy matters: listings are maintained by verified, real representatives (not anonymous or generic accounts).
- VCFC does not issue permits. Permits are handled by the relevant city/county/state/federal authority.
Start here: a practical production pathway
If you're scouting or scheduling, the fastest way to stay on track is to confirm location which will identify permitting jurisdictions as well as lead time requirements.
- 1 Search the directory for locations and services that match your needs.
- 2 Open a listing to see contact details, notes, and jurisdiction context.
- 3 Confirm the permitting authority (city, unincorporated county, state, federal, or special district).
- 4 Plan for lead time (timelines vary by jurisdiction and production footprint).
- 5 Submit the permit and coordinate any required safety, traffic, or site requirements.
Not sure who the authority is? Use the Permit Contacts directory or reach out to the VCFC Film Liaison for guidance: bill@edcollaborative.com or call +1 (805) 409-9947.
A county with range — coast to ranchland to main-street backdrops
Ventura County offers a broad mix of looks—beaches and harbors, farms and ranches, historic buildings, parks, golf courses, hotels, and downtown settings—while staying within reach of the greater Los Angeles production ecosystem.
List your location or service — keep it accurate and clear
VCFC listings are designed to help productions quickly assess fit and contact the right representative. Profiles are reviewed for consistency and kept equitable across the directory.
Location Owners
Create or manage a location profile with photos, access notes, filming considerations, and the correct jurisdiction context.
Service Providers
List your production services so crews can discover and contact you directly—without paid placement or favoritism.
Registration is required to publish or manage a listing.
Permits: who to contact depends on where you film
Permitting is jurisdiction-specific. If you're filming inside a city, the city typically coordinates reviews; if you're filming in unincorporated areas or special jurisdictions, the authority changes. Use the Permit Contacts list to start in the right place.
Some jurisdictions recommend applying weeks in advance depending on scope—always check timelines early.
View Permit ContactsWhy this work matters
Film and entertainment contribute meaningfully to Ventura County's economy and jobs. VCFC and EDC Film exist to support a smooth experience for productions and local partners—while keeping the directory accurate and equitable.
~$918M
Film & entertainment economic impact
~4,000
Jobs supported
EDC Film
Permits supported, film days facilitated
Reported by Business Forward Ventura County and EDC.
Need help getting oriented?
If you're unsure where to start—permits, locations, or local resources—the VCFC Film Liaison can point you to the right contacts.
Contact the Film Liaison