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Production Lot

The Production Lot is the global community dedicated to production professionals across the entertainment industry.

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Washington Filmworks - Small Budget Production Initiative Applications Open Aug. 17-24
Are you an emerging filmmaker in Washington? The Small Budget Production Initiative (SBP) incentive program supports Washington-led film projects with budgets between $20,000 and $1M. While fully funded projects can apply at any time, no funding is needed to apply during open application windows. If approved for the…
Film & TV Production Incentive Updates: August 2026
Global film incentive programs have continued to evolve in 2026. Here's your expert breakdown of enacted legislation, proposed bills and more. What changed in film and TV production incentives in the first half of 2026? Quite a lot. Hawaii signed legislation (Act 185) raising its base credits to 22–27% and extending the…
🎮 Gaming is struggling. But its movies aren’t.
Super Mario, Pedro Pascal in 'The Last of Us,' and Jack Black in 'A Minecraft Movie' Hollywood is betting big on video game IP at a rough moment for the people who make the games. Last week alone, indie horror video game ‘Tormented Souls’ sold its film and TV rights, days after Universal scooped up 10 classic Atari…

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2027 Spirit Awards submissions are now open - through 9/29!
Submit your film or TV series for consideration for the upcoming Film Independent Spirit Awards. The 42nd Film Independent Spirit Awards will take place on Saturday, March 6, 2027. The Film Independent Spirit Awards is an annual celebration honoring artist-driven films and groundbreaking new television series. New…
Introduce Yourself!
Welcome to the Production Lot, EP's online community for production professionals! It's time to join the conversation and introduce yourself to the community! This is a great way to get to know your fellow community members and let them know all about you. To get you started, tell us a bit about yourself by answering the…
Co-Productions and the UK AVEC: What Producers Need to Know
Learn the difference between official and unofficial co-productions and how this distinction affects eligibility for the UK Audio Audio-visual Expenditure Credit (AVEC) and qualification requirements. International co-productions are an increasingly common way to finance and produce film and television projects. For…
Get to Know our Member Spotlight: Chag Goul
Each month we highlight a Production Lot member through our Member Spotlights, which include a featured position on the Production Lot homepage and a Q&A to help the rest of our community get to know our Spotlight member better. This month we’re highlighting Chag Goul! Meet Chag Goul Chag Goul is a film and media producer…
🎮 Gaming is struggling. But its movies aren’t.
Super Mario, Pedro Pascal in 'The Last of Us,' and Jack Black in 'A Minecraft Movie' Hollywood is betting big on video game IP at a rough moment for the people who make the games. Last week alone, indie horror video game ‘Tormented Souls’ sold its film and TV rights, days after Universal scooped up 10 classic Atari…
NFMLA Advocacy Focused on Indie Film Grants Highlighted by LA Times
The advocacy that NFMLA has been leading for an independent film incentive in LA, in partnership with LA County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, SD5 Economic Deputy Monica Banken, and LA County Department of Economic Opportunity Film Office Head Gary Smith, is gaining significant traction. Cerys Davies wrote a story about the…
Join Our Virtual Panel with Arthur Cohen!
Join executive producer Arthur Cohen for a conversation on the making of Jim Queen, the animated feature that premiered to a standing ovation at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. Produced by French animation studio Bobbypills, the film marks a bold, genre-defying entry in adult animation. Arthur will share the story behind…
Film & TV Production Incentive Updates: August 2026
Global film incentive programs have continued to evolve in 2026. Here's your expert breakdown of enacted legislation, proposed bills and more. What changed in film and TV production incentives in the first half of 2026? Quite a lot. Hawaii signed legislation (Act 185) raising its base credits to 22–27% and extending the…
Washington Filmworks - Small Budget Production Initiative Applications Open Aug. 17-24
Are you an emerging filmmaker in Washington? The Small Budget Production Initiative (SBP) incentive program supports Washington-led film projects with budgets between $20,000 and $1M. While fully funded projects can apply at any time, no funding is needed to apply during open application windows. If approved for the…
Hey New Jersey! Check out this Production Accounting training program with ReelWorks.
Elevate your Production Accounting career with ReelWorks! ReelWorks is partnering with IATSE Local 161 to launch an intensive 15-session training program to prepare rising Production Accounting Professionals in New Jersey with the essential skills needed to transition successfully to work as 2nd Assistant Accountants or…

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2027 Spirit Awards submissions are now open - through 9/29!
Submit your film or TV series for consideration for the upcoming Film Independent Spirit Awards. The 42nd Film Independent Spirit Awards will take place on Saturday, March 6, 2027. The Film Independent Spirit Awards is an annual celebration honoring artist-driven films and groundbreaking new television series. New…
Get to Know our Member Spotlight: Chag Goul
Each month we highlight a Production Lot member through our Member Spotlights, which include a featured position on the Production Lot homepage and a Q&A to help the rest of our community get to know our Spotlight member better. This month we’re highlighting Chag Goul! Meet Chag Goul Chag Goul is a film and media producer…
🎮 Gaming is struggling. But its movies aren’t.
Super Mario, Pedro Pascal in 'The Last of Us,' and Jack Black in 'A Minecraft Movie' Hollywood is betting big on video game IP at a rough moment for the people who make the games. Last week alone, indie horror video game ‘Tormented Souls’ sold its film and TV rights, days after Universal scooped up 10 classic Atari…
Film & TV Production Incentive Updates: August 2026
Global film incentive programs have continued to evolve in 2026. Here's your expert breakdown of enacted legislation, proposed bills and more. What changed in film and TV production incentives in the first half of 2026? Quite a lot. Hawaii signed legislation (Act 185) raising its base credits to 22–27% and extending the…
Washington Filmworks - Small Budget Production Initiative Applications Open Aug. 17-24
Are you an emerging filmmaker in Washington? The Small Budget Production Initiative (SBP) incentive program supports Washington-led film projects with budgets between $20,000 and $1M. While fully funded projects can apply at any time, no funding is needed to apply during open application windows. If approved for the…
NFMLA Film Festival | InFocus: International Animation
🌎️We are thrilled to announce our August Monthly Film Festival and annual InFocus: International Animation program on August 15th, 2026, at the South Park Center in DTLA! The August 2026 Film Festival | InFocus: International Animation kicks off with shorts made in the US, then moves on to those made internationally, and…
Welcome to the Production Lot: New Member Quick Start Guide.
Welcome to the Production Lot! This community is a central hub to ask questions, find answers, promote your work, share feedback and offer tips to your industry colleagues. We're excited to have you here and want you to get the most out of every minute you spend with us. Here's a quick-guide to get you started: 🚀 Become a…
🎥 Documentary Producers – Apply now for Film Independent's Doc Producing Lab!
The Documentary Producing Lab accepts projects in active development, production or post-production. Are you a documentary producer looking to advance your career in the entertainment industry? The Documentary Producing Lab is a week-long program providing advice and expertise on the craft and business of documentary…
Start a new discussion or join a conversation.
Welcome to the Production Lot – now that you’re here, it’s time to start sharing your ideas, commenting, and connecting with fellow members! Let's quickly review how to start posting. There are four types of posts you can create on the Production Lot: Discussions, Polls, and Questions. These post types are slightly…

Member Spotlight

Chag Goul is a film and media producer with over a decade of experience delivering feature films, documentaries, and live productions. Based in the UK, Chag brings international production experience, strong organizational capability, and a reliable, solutions-focused approach to production.

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Upcoming Events

NFMLA Film Festival | InFocus: Latin & Hispanic Cinema
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA) hosts its annual NFMLA Film Festival InFocus: Latin & Hispanic Cinema program. The selection features three short film programs showcasing significant and thought-provoking independent films by emerging filmmakers from and working in Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic,…

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