Industry Resources

Production Resources  -  (IMDb) Internet Movie Database  -  Film Commissions  -  Producer's Master Guide

Welcome to the industry resources page!  Rather than trying to accomplish the impossible task of finding, and listing every possible resource, we have taken a different approach. We have spent hours researching, and reviewing hundreds of resources. The final result - A condensed list of universal sources that literally will provide everything you could possibly need for production! Most are worldwide, and keyword searchable.

Here are just a few examples of what can you find - Production Equipment new, used, and rentals i.e. - (Lighting, grip, camera, dollies, rigs, sets, props, and more). Find actors, all types of crew, animal trainers, locations, caterers, special FX's personnel, schools, aerial photographers, scripts, forms, contracts, and just about anything else in production you can imagine! We are sure you will find what you need. Happy hunting!   

Universal Sources: The following list of links will provide the sources for anything in production you need. All sites are searchable by location, and contain a huge amount of catagories. Free to use!

The ACME Resource Network - (Mostly Los Angeles) - Build, buy, rent almost anything for production. Once there, scroll down the page, and select one of the "Featured Categories"

Debbie's Book - Good sources, and some off-beat categories to search

CINELEASE - One of the largest motion picture production equipment rental companies in the United States. They have offices in Los Angeles, CA; Dallas & Austin, TX; Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA; New orleans and Shreveport, LA.

Canadian Film Source

The International Producer's Guide to Canada - Designed to assist producers living OUTSIDE of Canada, who are considering production IN Canada or a co-production WITH Canada. Canadian production & distribution resources, upcoming events, major Canadian television and film companies, broadcasters, unions, and organizations

IMDb - Internet Movie Database

The master list of credits, and movies, both studio and independent. Also has many industry sources, and tons of useful material for any film maker or buff. You can search a person's name, a movie, or category. If you worked on a reputable movie, search on your name, and see if you are listed. Employers often use this site to check people's credibility before hiring cast, and crew.

Film Commissions

Film Commission HQ - Searchable data base of film offices, vendors, and services

Film Commission Offices - KEMPS National Directory - Searchable by city.         

Producers Master Guide - This one Costs $$ International Film Production Guide and Directory. The Most Comprehensive Film Production, Film Pre-Production, and Film Post Production Information Source. Your Production Guide for Feature Films, Television Productions, Videotape, Cable, Satellite, TV Commercials, Film Festivals, Film Production Financing, Film Union Agreements, Film Commissions, Film Distribution and Much More! An incredible list of sources!