LOCATIONEXPO AT AFM

Explore the world’s leading film destinations, incentives and production services in one location.

Welcome to LocationEXPO^® at the American Film Market!

LocationEXPO connects AFM attendees with film commissions, production facilities, and service companies from around the world — making it easy to explore the best options for your upcoming projects.

Identify unique filming locations and meet directly with organizations ready to help you access the facilities, crews, and services needed to bring your project to life. From millions in tax incentives and financial support to permitting, scouting, casting, and local production resources, LocationEXPO is where filmmakers connect with partners ready to support their next production.

Plan time to visit LocationEXPO during AFM and discover new locations, incentives, and collaborators for your future projects.

To learn more, contact:
Robin Burt, Vice President, Marketing & IFTA Membership
+1.310.446.1020 (o) | rburt@ifta-online.org

LocationEXPO 2026 Participants Featured Below
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Costa Rica Film Commission

The Costa Rica Film Commission’s mission is to attract international productions, promote Costa Rica as a premier filming destination, and enhance the global visibility of local films.

Marysela Zamora

+506.8677.1001

Egypt Film Commission

Egypt Film Commission (EFC) streamlines permits, customs, and logistics for international filmmakers, ensuring a smooth production experience in Egypt.

Ahmed Badawi

+2.0100.333.5340

Film Arizona

With 300+ days of sunshine, no permit application fees for use of state roads and parks, vendor discounts, and new film incentives, Arizona is the right choice for your next production.

Matthew Earl Jones

+1.818.554.7000

Film Palmdale

Palmdale, the crown jewel of the Antelope Valley, is located in North Los Angeles County, less than an hour from studios and production support services in the L.A. basin.

David Halver

+1.310 463.1911

Film Santa Monica

Film Santa Monica is the official entity supporting film and media production in the city of Santa Monica.

+1.310.560.0413

Invest Barbados

Invest Barbados promotes, attracts and supports the expansion of FDI in Barbados. We also collaborate with our National Cultural Foundation to provide Film Commission services.

Kaye-Anne Greenidge

+1.246.234.9250

Japan Film Commission

Japan Film Commission provides information on filming in Japan, locations, a 50% government cash rebate, and local incentives for international productions.

Yumiko Kimura

+81.3.6224.2042

Louisville Film Office

Louisville Film Office is here to help you navigate our 30-35% refundable film incentives, connect with vast resources and experienced crew, and ensure your production’s success in the Bluegrass State

Soozie Eastman

+1.502.805.7850

Thailand Film Office

The Thailand Film Office was established in 2002 to support foreign film production in Thailand as well as supporting a cash rebate of up to 30% for international productions .

Ubolwan Sucharitakul

+66.2141.3178

Tokyo Film Commission

Tokyo Film Commission provides filming experience in Tokyo with the cooperation of local governments, private companies, local communities, the TV/film industry and its related industries.

Mariko Sugisaki

+81.35579.8464

West Virginia Film Office

Connect to Almost Heaven locations and an Out of This World film tax credit in WV – the place where you belong. Discover one of the nation’s best tax credits, fab locations and a skilled workforce.

David Lavender

+1.304.558.2234