Film & Television in

Syracuse

Syracuse is top destination for film, television and commercial production in New York State.

The Syracuse Film Office promotes, develops, and increases film & television production in the Central New York region.

Why Syracuse?

New York’s $700 million film incentive program is one of the most robust in the nation. The upstate New York region, including Syracuse and Central New York has a Production Tax Credit and Post-Production Tax Credit 10% higher than that of the downstate New York region. The Central New York region also offers an additional local incentive, the Onondaga County Production Rebate incentives for Movies and Entertainment Development (PRIMED) through CNY Arts.

Additionally, Central New York is a budget friendly area with cost effective options regarding accommodations, both hotels and apartment/short-term rentals, dining and catering options, and general cost of living or working. The region also now offers several Qualified Production Facilities as well as a state-of-the-art post-production facilities for any company looking to film in the area. The Syracuse area has a qualified crew available, positive union and guild relationships and an established and growing film infrastructure.

Locations
Syracuse, Onondaga County and the surrounding areas offers a wide variety of filming options ranging from urban cityscapes, historic architecture, rural towns, picturesque farms…
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Tax Incentives
New York's $700 million film incentive program is one of the best in the nation.
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Permits and Regulations
No matter the size of the production, filming on public property within Onondaga County requires the acquisition of a permit.
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Qualified Production Facilities
The Syracuse area is home to multiple Qualified Production Facilities, offering several options for filming within a safe, closed studio setting.
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Resources and Tools
The Syracuse Film Office is dedicated to providing everything a filmmaker needs throughout the length of their stay in Syracuse.
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Contact
For assistance with locations, scouting, permits or general information on film production operations in the Syracuse area please contact Eric Vinal, Vice President of…
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How can we help with your next project?

Utilizing state tax incentives, initiation local crew training programs, assisting with permits, and connecting filmmakers with local businesses are just a few examples of how the Syracuse Film Office is ensuring productions succeed in Syracuse.

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Our Growing Roster of Films & Shows

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