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City Services and Rates

From securing permits to scouting locations, Film JXN serves as your comprehensive guide to facilitating productions throughout the Jackson Metropolitan area.

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Production Services & Rates

Film JXN works closely with City of Jackson departments to ensure your production has the support and safety resources it needs. Below is an overview of required services, personnel, and rates.

Police Department

Police supervision is required for traffic control and any use of firearms or special effects.

Notice Required: Requests must be submitted at least 48 hours in advance (excluding weekends and holidays).  Monday filming has special requirements. Cancellations:  Notify the Jackson Film Office directly. Late cancellations may incur fees.

Personnel Rates

  • Sergeant $65/hr

    Guaranteed 6 hours. Time & ½ after 8 hrs.

  • Officer $50/hr

    Guaranteed 6 hours. Time & ½ after 8 hrs.

Equipment Rate

  • Squad Car $150/day

    Traffic control only. Not for picture. Travel time not included in guaranteed hours.

Fire Department

Fire Department supervision is mandatory for activities involving public safety.

Personnel Rates

  • Safety Officer $65/hr

    One per assignment. Guaranteed 6 hours. Time & ½ after 8 hrs.

  • Engineer $50/hr

    Guaranteed 6 hours. Time & ½ after 8 hrs.

  • Firefighter $45/hr

    Guaranteed 6 hours. Time & ½ after 8 hrs.

Equipment Rate

  • Squad Car $150/day

    Traffic control only. Not for picture. Travel time not included in guaranteed hours.

Department of Public Works – Streets & Sanitation

Support available for parking, towing, and barricades.

  •  “No Parking” Signs: $15 per parking meter per day

  • Tow Trucks: Contact Film JXN (do not call directly)

  • Barricades: Contact Film JXN for coordination

City Parks & Recreation Facilities

Bring your production to one of Jackson’s parks or community centers.

  • Park Pavilion $35 each

    One per assignment. Guaranteed 6 hours. Time & ½ after 8 hrs.

  • Community Center $400 for 4 hrs

    $50 each additional hour. $200 refundable deposit after inspection.

Contact Us

City of Jackson 
633 N State St, Suite 324
Jackson, MS 39201

Email: kwilliams@jacksonms.gov
Phone: (601) 960-0466