Film Squad

Who We Are

The Film Squad is a collective of City Department representatives, coordinated by the Department of Art, Culture + Tourism, who work with production companies to facilitate the logistics of filming in Providence.

What You Need To Film In Providence:

Before completing the required forms for filming in Providence, all production companies must contact Janine Schwartz, (401) 680- 5772.

Mandatory Forms

1. Registration Form
It is mandatory that all production companies who are filming in Providence complete a registration form.

2. Location Agreement
An agreement is required for anything filmed on city streets or city-owned property.

3. Insurance
All productions are required to purchase a minimum $1,000,000 liability insurance policy naming the City of Providence as an additional named insured.

4. Rhode Island Film & Television Office
The Rhode Island Film & Television Office serves as the initial point of contact for all productions and provides:
· Permits to film in Rhode Island
· Information about the State Tax Credit program
· Listing of current and past film projects
· Crew & Production Guide
· Casting information

5. Public Notification
All productions companies must notify merchants and residents about filming that will be taking place in their neighborhoods.
· Sample Letters

Additional Forms

1. Need To Close A Street?
· General Street Closing & No Parking Guidelines
· Street & Sidewalk Closing Permit
· Reserved Parking & No Parking Permit

2. Police & Fire Department Detail
· Police Department Detail Agreement & Rate Sheet
· Fire Department Detail Agreement & Rate Sheet

3. Filming In A City Park?
· All events taking place in a park require a permit
· All applicants must call Parks + Rec prior to applying
· (401) 785 - 9450 x240
· Park Permit