The Douglas County Film and Entertainment Office is a one-stop shop for film and media permitting. This includes production information and referral sources through our team of government liaisons. The Film and Entertainment Office provides assistance with film, television, music and commercial production to promote industry expansion and economic prosperity. 

Meet our Team

Yvette Jones, Chief Communications Officer

Yvette Jones is an award-winning communications professional with comprehensive experience and expertise in broadcast journalism, media relations, strategic communications, and public affairs. Jones currently serves as Chief Communications Officer for Douglas County Government.  In this role, she directs internal and external communications operations strategies across the County’s broadcast, digital, social, and mainstream media platforms. Yvette also oversees operations for the newly revamped Film and Entertainment Office and is the official ‘Camera Ready’ liaison for Douglas County. In this capacity she is the primary contact for general information about the Film and Entertainment Office and filming opportunities and requirements in Douglas County. 

Wendy Caudle, Constituent Services Manager

Wendy Caudle manages the Constituent Services Department for Douglas County Government.  As the liaison to county departments and the community, she is the primary point of contact for film inquiries, location scouting and usage of County-owned facilities.  Wendy manages the use and permitting for filming that involves parks, libraries and other County-owned facilities.

Allison Duncan, Planning and Zoning Manager

Allison Duncan manages the Planning and Zoning Department, a part of Douglas County Development Services.  Allison is the primary point of contact for temporary special event permitting, including film permits, in unincorporated Douglas County.  

Filming in Douglas County

Location Information

If you have an inquiry about filming in Douglas County, you can contact the Film Office at film@douglascountyga.gov.  The information below will also assist you with your request. 

• To verify that your location is located in unincorporated Douglas County, enter the location address in the County's Interactive Property Information Website. 
• To learn more about film locations in Douglas County, search for sites on Georgia Reel Scout. 

Film Permit Requests

Depending on your location, different permits will be required. This overview of the County's requirements will help you navigate the process. The list below provides information on various applications and agreements that may be necessary. 

Filming on County Owned Property

• County facilities available for film locations
• Temporary Event Application for Filming
• Intent to Film Agreement
• Certificate of Insurance Agreement
• Use of County Right of Way Application
• Douglas County Parks and Recreation Ordinance (only for use of a County park facility)
• Fee Schedule
• Indemnification Agreement

Filming in Unincorporated Douglas County (not on County-owned property)

• Temporary Event Application for Filming
• Use of County Right of Way Application
• Fee Schedule
• Indemnification Agreement

Douglas County Film Trail

Douglas County Travel and Tourism maintains the County's Film Trail.  Visit backdrops for popular productions including Stranger Things, The Walking Dead, The Hunger Games, Avengers: Infinity War, Atlanta, and many others. 

Other Helpful Links

• City of Douglasville Film Permit (apply directly to the City and not Douglas County)
• City of Villa Rica Film Permit (apply directly to the City and not Douglas County)
  • Intent to Film - Private Property
  • Intent to Film - City Owned Property
  • Film Production Permit Application
• Film and Photography in Georgia State Parks
• GDOT Right-of-Way Permits for Movie and TV Production