"Filmoffice" aims to strengthen Zurich as a film location
Zurich is set to become a more attractive location for filming and production. The City and Canton of Zurich, Zurich Tourism, and the Zurich for Film Association are therefore jointly launching the «Zurich Filmoffice.» The pilot project, tentatively scheduled to run for two years, will begin on June 1.
The film office will be the first point of contact for national and international film productions, as the project partners announced on Friday. It establishes contacts with the local film industry and authorities, provides information on local conditions and offers logistical support. In addition, the Film Office supports filmmakers with filming permit procedures and promotes Zurich as a production location through international marketing. The aim is to give the local film industry an additional boost. The tasks of the Filmoffice are divided between two people. Almost a third of the Swiss audiovisual industry is based in the canton of Zurich, the press release continues. It employs around 5,200 people and generates a turnover of 1.2 billion Swiss francs. (SDA)
