Film

Lights, Camera... ACTION!

We’re thrilled that you’re considering our wonderful area for your shooting and production needs! You’ll find that the area contains welcoming and accommodating communities that understand your needs and are ready to roll out the red carpet.

With 17 miles of white sandy beaches and 5 miles of drivable beaches, using the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop is easy! Farms, trails, the NSB Speedway, artist alcoves, historic main streets, fishing camps, Canaveral National Seashore, Ponce Inlet, and one of the most biodiverse estuaries in the Northern Hemisphere, the Indian River Lagoon as our Intracoastal Waterway, makes the New Smyrna Beach Area the perfect setting for any independent or major motion movie or photography.

The New Smyrna Beach Film Commission is here to help. Contact us today and we will help you secure the proper permits and make your production a success!

General Filming Permits

As one of the top tourist destinations in Florida, the New Smyrna Beach Area attracts a wide range of individuals from across the globe. That diverse audience paired with industry-trained professionals and an array of picturesque locations provides the ideal backdrop for film, commercial, and television production. With central access to major cities such as Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville, access to world-class production studios and soundstages are just a short drive away.

The NSB Area Visitors Bureau will assist in connecting you with the appropriate organizations for your next film. To access the Application for Film and Motion Photography Permit Volusia County and Municipalities, click below.

Volusia County Film Permit

National Park Service Film Application

The beauty of the pristine beaches within the Canaveral National Seashore has provided the location for a variety of films, commercials, and print advertisements. If you’re planning to do any filming or photography involving talent, products, or props in front of a camera, you will need to obtain a filming permit.

All permit applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not normally be issued for areas of high visitation or on weekends. To access the Canaveral National Seashore's Short Form Commercial Filming Application & Long Form Commercial Filming Application, please click below. To review the Film & Motion Photography Policy, click here.

NPS Commercial Filming Application