We’re Here to Help You!
The Berkeley Film Office works closely with local permitting entities throughout Berkeley and the San Francisco Bay Area. We’ve provided some helpful contact information and links to assist you with your filming needs.
Barbara Hillman
Film Commissioner
2030 Addison St., #102
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 549-7040
Jeffrey Church
Film Liaison
2030 Addison St., #102
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 549-7040
Kyle Gibson
Director of Communications
A&E Building, First Floor
Berkeley, CA 94720
(510) 495-5786
Ali Haynes
Film Coordinator
2950 Peralta Oaks Court
Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 642-9942
Loren Nakamura
Facility Rentals
BUSD
(510) 644-8603
(FILM LIAISONS IN CALIFORNIA, STATEWIDE)
FLICS was created to heighten the level of professionalism and visibility of California Film Commissions and Offices by developing quality standards, guidelines, education and marketing components for its members. FLICS currently has 50+ members that are ready to assist you with your filming needs throughout the State of California.
The California Film Commission offers free on-line permitting for all state property including state parks and beaches, freeways, roads, and government buildings. From hospitals and prisons to back roads and mountain ranges, the California Film Commission helps filmmakers gain access to the perfect locations. Please visit the CFC website for locations, online permits, incentives, green filmmaking and more.