Here 's what you need to know:

1. You must own or manage the property and be able to legally grant permission for filming to occur.
2. Production companies carry insurance that covers damage or accidents that may occur during location shooting. Request that you and your property be added as "additional insured " on their policy and get a copy before filming begins.
3. You will be working primarily with the Location Manager. Ask the Manager to tape off areas of your property that won't be used to prevent crew and talent from "roaming " from the scene.
4. Make a written agreement as to what you do and do not permit on your property, for example: eating, drinking, smoking.
5. The Location Manager will offer you a fee for the use of your property. Ask how and when you will be paid. When considering whether the amount is a fair offer, first think of a reasonable rate if you were to lease or rent your property to a typical user for one month, then divide that amount by thirty to determine a daily rate. If it is a Business Property, consider what you would make in revenue on a typical day. Other considerations are the level of inconvenience and the time and number of people involved in the production. Interior filming is more disruptive than exterior filming. A print shoot, with a tripod and a crew of 3 to 5 people, is not as disruptive as a 35-member commercial shoot with camera and sound equipment. Remember, the production company must restore everything to its original state.
6. Recognize that any time you have people in your home there will be disruption. Cables will be laid, furniture moved, things bumped, etc. The crew will lay cardboard on your floors to prevent damage and will clean or paint any walls they damage. Negotiate up front for other protective measures your property and belongings may require.
7. You may want to remove any personal items that you consider to be valuable or irreplaceable before shooting begins, such as antiques, photographs or family memorabilia.
8. If there is a celebrity on your property you will be tempted to photograph them or talk to them. Get permission to do either. The actor may be concentrating on the part and not appreciate the interruption. The location manager will know the best approach, and may prefer to introduce you themselves. Please don't invite friends and family to view the filming. The production company is performing work that needs a quiet environment to succeed.
9. The production company supplies its own electricity via portable generator, as well as their own bathrooms, unless otherwise specified. The production company should ask your permission before cutting any shrubs, trimming trees or any other activity that alters your property.
10. Don't be afraid to ask questions. If the production company can't answer your questions to your satisfaction please call the B.C. Film Commission at 604.660.2732
11. Ask these questions:

• Is the B.C. Film Commission involved? (Your assurance that all local governmental and agency permits, requirements and concerns are being handled.)
• What is the name of the production company and the project name?
• What kind of project is it? TV, feature film, commercial, print ad? Is it an interior or exterior shot?
• What is the action? Walk and talk? Fight scene? Chase?
• How many crew members and talent will be on the property?
• Where will they park? Will it impact my business? The neighbors?
• Will the company inform the neighbors and provide a neighborhood letter?
• How long will they use the location?
• If the filming takes longer than planned, what happens then?
• How and when will the company restore the property to its original condition?
• Ask the location manager what kind of film project it is. The impact of filming on your property varies according to the complexity of projects, the length of time involved, whether it is a small print shoot or a larger scale feature film requiring foot chases and fight scenes. Work with the Location Manager so that you are comfortable with the impact of filming on your property.
• The location manager will offer you a fee for the use of your property depending on the project's budget. Don't hesitate to ask the Location Manager what they have in the budget.

What are the Benefits of these services?
Generate additional revenues for you, your business or your community
Add excitement and prestige to your life, business or city's reputation
Enhance your existing marketing, promotional and public relations activities
Attract more customers and tourists to your business, resort or city
Meet actors, be an extra and have fun in this exciting industry

How much money could I make?
Props: $50 - $300 and more per day for props, furnishings, and unusual items
Vehicles: $50 - $500 and more per day for car, trucks, RVs, boats, etc
Talent: $100 - $500 and more per day for actors, singers, dancers, extras, etc
Residence: $500 - $2000 and more per day for residences & neighborhoods
Business: $500 - $5000 and more per day businesses, warehouses, etc
Hotel/Resort: $500 - $unlimited per day for facilities, staff, etc
City: $500 - $unlimited per day for facilities, parks, fire trucks, police, etc
* Approximate figures, and subject to negotiations based on several criteria

Is it safe?
For safety, security and confidentiality, we DO NOT publish your street address. We recommend advertisers only list an email address or telephone number. If you choose to not provide contact information to be published, bcmovieloactions will "act" as the contact for your property.

Why would I submit my home with bcmovielocations as opposed to one of the other film location services?
There are a few "free" Property Submission Services out there. However, bcmovielocations.com offers full and agressive promotion to the people that need to see your property. We also offer photo enhancement and on-site digital photography.
We don't showcase properties in New York, L.A., or Timbucktoo. The integrity of this website remains intact by showcasing only local properties

Do I need an extra policy on my Home Owners Insurance?
No. If a production company chooses to use your property for filming, they will add your property to their existing policy and cover the cost of premiums.

How do I handle Inquiries/Questions?
If you get an inquiry from an industry scout or other industry personnel, we recommend you simply collect details of their needs, film project name and details, studio or organization name, address, etc, first. This information can then be cross-referenced by checking the BC Film Commission's film list or by contacting the BC Film Commission and asking them questions about the upcoming film project or the industry person inquiring. Once confirmation of the scout has been made. Arrangements can be made with them for a showing of your property.

What If I have trouble filling out the online Submission Form?
No problem! Our staff are an email away!
Please direct any property submission questions or comments to help@bcmovielocations.com
One of our staff will gladly help you fill out the form.

Is there alot of paperwork involved?
Yes. But mainly on the Production Crew's end. You can download and print a copy of The B.C. Film Commission Location Kit at http://www.bcfilm.iondesign.ca/location_services/guide_pdfs/locations_kit.pdf
Here, you will find complete guidelines to Filming on location.

I live outside Canada and the Province of B.C. Can I still register and submit my Property?
bcmovielocations.com is just that, a regional database of available properties for filming in the Province. In keeping with the integrity of this unique service, property submissions outside of B.C. are not processed on this site at this time. However, if there is a demand, we will look at expanding our database. Check this site often for updates.