Film Locations Glossary
Filming notice
What is a filming notice?
Also called filming sign, or public notice.
A filming notice is the posted sign at a location's perimeter stating that filming is in progress and that entering the area may mean appearing on camera.
It supports the production's position where individual appearance releases are impractical, such as a public street. Wording, size, and placement are often specified by the permit, and photographing the posted notices is part of the day's paperwork.
Example
Signs at four approaches state that filming is in progress and entering may mean appearing on camera, in the size and wording the permit specifies. Photographing the posted signs in place is part of the day's paperwork.
Figures are illustrative, chosen to show the mechanics rather than to quote market rates.
Where you'll see it
Posted at the perimeter on the day, and photographed for the delivery and clearance file.
Common mistake
Posting notices after the crew arrives. They have to be visible before anyone can walk into frame, and the permit often specifies size, wording, and placement.
Related questions
- What does a filming notice say?
- That filming is in progress and that entering the area may mean appearing on camera, usually with the production name and a contact, in wording the permit specifies.
- Does a filming notice replace a release?
- For incidental passers-by it generally supports the production's position. Anyone recognizable and featured still needs a signed appearance release.