About the Commission
  About the Commission

The Missouri Film Commission was created in 1983 to attract film, television, video and cable productions to Missouri, and to promote the growth of the film and video production industry within Missouri. The Commission operates a full-service office devoted to saving filmmakers time, effort and money in arranging a shoot.

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The Film Office backed by a strong and eager network of local contacts to help meet your daily production needs. The Missouri Film Commission provides the following services:

Scouting

We research and document any type of location background and supply photographs or videotape shot to your specifications. We accompany you to the suggested locations and arrange for any necessary clearances.

Pre-Production

We provide detailed information on state and local film regulations, weather, production services, crew, talent, facilities, equipment and various support services such as hotels, caterers, transportation, etc.

Liaison

We work closely with the various federal, state and local officials, as well as institutions, private businesses and individuals to ensure your shoot is hassle-free.

2006- 2007 Missouri Film Commission Board Members

Legislative Members

  • Senator Norma Champion
  • Senator Maida Coleman
  • State Representative Bruce Darrough
  • State Representative Mike Sutherland

Public Members

  • Mark M. Biggs -- Chair
    Executive Vice President Missouri Film Alliance of Springfield
  • James Palumbo
    President, Waylon Ad
  • Jan L. Parkinson
    Vice President Development and Distribution
    Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions, Inc.
  • Cindy Sheltmire
  • H. Morley Swingle
    Prosecuting Attorney Cape Girardeau County

Contact Information

Jerry Jones, Director
Andrea Sporcic, Assistant Director
Missouri Film Office
Academic Support Center
505 East Stewart Road, Room 204
Columbia, MO 65211
Phone: 573/882-1046
Email: mofilm@missouri.edu