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Toyota commercial spotlights Seattle’s commercial film industry

It’s a sunny day in Downtown. Part of Sixth Avenue is closed. A camera-mounted Rivian follows a new Toyota as it drives down the closed street. This is just one of several Seattle locations Toyota used to film a commercial for their newest electric vehicle, the bZ Woodland. Commercial film… [ Keep reading ]

Mayor Katie B. Wilson awards Kate Becker, Abdul Kassamali, and Tom Florino with 2026 Mayor’s Film Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Film

From left to right: Abdul Kassamali, Emerging Film Award recipient, Kate Becker, Legacy Award recipient, and Tom Florino, Industry Award recipient. SEATTLE – Today Mayor Katie B. Wilson awarded Kate Becker, Abdul Kassamali, and Tom Florino the 2026 Mayor’s Film Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Film, which celebrates those who… [ Keep reading ]

Preparing neighborhoods and small businesses for a summer of sports

Together with our partners, we are committed to making the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup an unforgettable moment for Seattle – one that strengthens local businesses, celebrates our neighborhoods, and showcases Seattle on a global stage.

2025 film permits by the numbers  

Our office coordinates and issues Master Film Permits for productions working on public City of Seattle property. This coordination leadership is across all City departments, and with multiple county and state agencies. Film production is big business in Seattle. We offer a $25 a day, one-stop-shop concierge film permit coordination… [ Keep reading ]

Lights, Camera, Seattle: Independent film Cheap AF showcases our thriving film industry

When you think of a movie set, you likely picture a Hollywood studio lot filled with lights, cameras, and lots of set pieces. The set of Cheap AF is unassuming, taking over the Vue Lounge in Belltown. From the street, you wouldn’t know a feature production is filming inside unless… [ Keep reading ]

Washington Filmworks announces 30%-40% commercial film incentive expansion to Seattle

We’re excited to share that qualifying commercials filming anywhere in Washington state are now eligible for funding through the Washington Filmworks Production Incentive Program. Commercial film productions can receive 30%-40% cash back on money spent in Seattle. “This changes everything,” said Motion State’s Corey Koniniec, who noted that a recent… [ Keep reading ]

Rita Meher and Tasveer Film Festival and Market Honored with 2025 Mayor’s Film Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film

SEATTLE – Today, Rita Meher and Tasveer Film Festival and Market were awarded the 2025 Mayor’s Film Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film. During the opening night gala for the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF), Rita Meher and Tasveer Film Festival and Market were recognized for their contributions to the… [ Keep reading ]