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Making Movies in Houston: Workshop with the Houston Film Commission

  • South Coast Media Services 5234 Elm Street Houston, TX, 77081 United States (map)

📍 Location: South Coast Media Services, 5234 Elm St., Houston, TX 77081

🎟 Cost: FREE

📩 RSVP required (form below)

Thinking about producing a short film or indie feature in Houston? Join SWAMP and the Houston Film Commission for a two-hour crash course on working with local film commissions.

This free workshop will cover:

  • How to scout and secure filming locations

  • Sourcing local crew and equipment

  • Available incentives, grants, and permits

  • Best practices for making your production Houston-friendly

Led by Alfred Cervantes, Executive Director of the Houston Film Commission, this session is perfect for filmmakers at any level who want to take full advantage of Houston’s production resources. Alfred brings over 30 years of industry experience, having worked on films like Reality Bites, Jason’s Lyric, Apollo 13, and more.

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