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Do I need insurance for a still photography shoot?
No, generally you don't need insurance for still photography, but occasionally there may be an exception. To find out if you do need insurance, please call our Permit Department at (212) 489-6710, ext 250.

Additional Information
Insurance requirements




Can the Tech List be mailed to me?
Sorry, we cannot mail or fax the list to you.





How can I be an extra in movies and television?
Get "Backstage" magazine which lists casting calls. You can get this magazine at any newsstand in the theatre district in New York City. The Screen Actors' Guild (SAG), located at 1515 Broadway, also posts casting calls at their offices.

On the web:
Backstage Magazine
Screen Actors' Guild




How do I get a job at the Mayor's Office of Film, Theatre & Broadcasting?
When there is a job vacancy at the Film Office, the position will be listed/posted at all the area college/universities, film schools as well as all NYC publications such as N.Y. Times, Amsterdam News and El Diario. Unpaid internships are also available. If you would like additional information regarding internships or volunteer work in this office, please contact Vivian Cannon at 212.489.6710 x214.

Additional Information
Contact us regarding internship opportunities




How can the Tech List help me get a job?
Using the contact information listed on the Tech List, submit a letter and/or resume to the contact name and address listed. If the production company is interested, they will contact you directly. Please note that some productions will list exactly what crew members they are looking for, i.e. grip, hair/makeup, PAs, electric etc. Again, you will then send your resume to that particular production office.





How do I get a tech list?
The Tech List is updated on Monday. It can be picked up directly from our office Monday through Friday, from 9:00am to 5:00 PM; or the Tech List can be printed and/or downloaded from our web page.

download the techlist




What do the codes such as TV247 and FF117 mean?
These codes are for the film office use, particularly the numbered portion. TV = Television, FF=Feature Film, D=Documentary, C=Commercial or Industrial, MV=Music Video, TX= International Television and O=Other, general.





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