Please submit your application no less than 4-6 weeks before your first date of work, including travel, rehearsal, and principal photography. The Film Production Tax Credit program is designed to strengthen the film production industry in New York State and its positive impact on the State's economy.To do so, filmmakers must fill out and submit the New York City Parks Film Shoot Request Form. This video has helped you understand how to create a proper contract. The Film Office is accepting Film Permit applications for production activity. Media production activity in New York City is subject to requirements. 1) Send Actor's Agent script 2) Actor approves of project. 3) Producer sends contract to Agent. Have a completed budget. The budget determines which SAG-AFTRA contract applies to your project, so you'll need to know your production (including post) costs.