Locations
Where Will You Tell Your Story?
Here are the Virginia sweet spots that we think will get your reels turning. Scout the regions on the map to find out more about their unique features...or feel free to explore on your own via the search. Also, click on the map to find film/permit liaisons for your area of interest.
South West
Southwest Virginia is a region of breathtaking mountain scenery, rich Appalachian heritage, and vibrant small towns. Home to the Blue Ridge Highlands, scenic byways, outdoor recreation, and a thriving music and arts culture, the region offers a unique blend of natural beauty, authentic character, and welcoming communities that make it an exceptional destination for visitors and filmmakers alike.
Browse Reel ScoutAirports
Tazewell County Airport (KJFZ), 2200 Airport Rd, Cedar Bluff, VA 24609, https://fly.tazewellcountyva.org/
Virginia Highlands Airport (VJI), 18521 Lee Hwy Abingdon, VA 24212, http://www.vahighlandsairport.com/
Twin County Airport (KHLX), 504 Hangar Rd, Hillsville, VA 24343, https://twincountyairport.us/
Liaisons
BUCHANAN COUNTY
Matthew Fields
Director of Tourism
Office: 276-312-5033
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://buchanancountyonline.com/
BLAND COUNTY
Cicely Dunford
Tourism and Community Development Director
Office: 276-688-4622
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.blandcountyva.gov/
CARROLL COUNTY
Brooke Love
Tourism Manager
Office: 276-730-3101
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.lovecarroll.com/
CITY OF BRISTOL
Mack Chapman
Economic Development Specialist
Office: 276-645-7352
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.bristolva.org/
CITY OF GALAX
Patti Price-Love
Director of Tourism
Office: 276-238-8130
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://visitgalax.com
CITY OF NORTON
Katie Dunn
Community Engagement & Tourism Director
Office: 276-679-1160
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.nortonva.gov/
DICKENSON COUNTY
Dana Cronkhite
Economic Development Director
Office: 276-926-1699
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://dickensonchamber.net/
GRAYSON COUNTY
Tracy Cornett
Director of Tourism & Economic Development
Office: 276-773-8002
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.graysoncountyva.com/
LEE COUNTY
Leslie Litton
Community Development Director
Office: 276-346-7766
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.ilovelee.org/
RUSSELL COUNTY
Lonzo Lester
County Administrator
Office: 276-889-8000
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.experiencerussellva.com/
SCOTT COUNTY
Brittany Robertson
Director of Tourism
Office: 276-386-6521
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.explorescottcountyva.org/
SMYTH COUNTY
Amanda Livingston
Director of Tourism
Office: 276-646-3306
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://visitsmythcountyva.com/
TAZEWELL COUNTY
A.J. Robinson
Director of Communications & Tourism
Office: 276-322-1345
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://tazewellcountyva.org/
TOWN OF ABINGDON
Adam Bolt
Events and Marketing Coordinator
Office: 276-676-2282
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://visitabingdonvirginia.com/
TOWN OF DAMASCUS
Julie Kroll
Director of Media & Recreation
Office: 276-475-3831
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.visitdamascus.org/
WASHINGTON COUNTY
Jason Berry
County Administrator
Office: 276-525-1300
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.washcova.com/
WISE COUNTY
Brian Falin
Director of Economic Development
Office: 276-328-2321
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://wisecounty.org/
WYTHE COUNTY
Allyson Williams
Public Information Officer
Office: 276-223-4522
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://wytheco.org/
Coastal Virginia
Virginia’s Coastal region offers a unique blend of oceanfront beauty, maritime heritage, and vibrant communities along the Atlantic Ocean. Home to the iconic boardwalk of Virginia Beach, the bustling waterfront city of Norfolk, and the world’s largest naval base, the region provides a diverse range of authentic locations. From expansive beaches and scenic state parks to historic sites, urban environments, and military settings, Coastal Virginia delivers a versatile backdrop for film and television productions.
Browse Reel ScoutAirports
Chesapeake Regional Airport (CPK), 2800 Airport Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23323, https://www.chesapeakeairport.com/
Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF), 900 Bland Blvd, Newport News, VA 23602, https://newportnewsairport.com/
Norfolk International Airport (ORF), 2200 Norview Ave, Norfolk, VA 23518, https://www.flyorf.com/
Liaisons
CITY OF CHESAPEAKE
Josh Fisher
City Events Coordinator
Office: 757-382-1312
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.cityofchesapeake.net
CITY OF FRANKLIN
Lauren Rodil
Marketing & Existing Business Manager
Office: 757-516-0206
Email: [email protected]
Website: Visit Franklin Southampton VA
CITY OF HAMPTON
Yuri R. Milligan
Director of Media & Community Relations
Phone: 757-728-5328
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.hamptoncvb.com
CITY OF NEWPORT NEWS
Desiree McDaniel
Tourism Manager
Office: 757-926-1425
Cell: 757-936-0957
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.visitnewportnews.com/
CITY OF NORFOLK
Communications & Marketing Department
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.norfolk.gov/
Permit Application: https://www.norfolk.gov/3317/Film-Permit-Requests
CITY OF POQUOSON
Tonya O’Connell
Assistant City Manager
Office: 757-868-3002
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.ci.poquoson.va.us/
CITY OF PORTSMOUTH
James McCann
Tourism Manager
Office: 757-393-8983 Ext. 20
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.portsmouthva.gov/
CITY OF SUFFOLK
Somerbreze Jones
Special Event Permits
Office: 757-514-7273
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.suffolkva.us/
CITY OF VIRGINIA BEACH
Jamie Capps
Special Events Permit Coordinator
Office: 757-385-4800
Direct: 757-385-6636
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.vbgov.com/
CITY OF WILLIAMSBURG
Nicole Trifone
Public Information Officer
Office: 757-220-6197
Cell: 757-707-0478
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.williamsburgva.gov/
COLONIAL WILLIAMSBURG
Kevin Crossett
Director of Public Affairs
Office: 757-220-7286
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.colonialwilliamsburg.org/
HISTORIC YORKTOWN
Katie Meis
Waterfront Operations
Events & Marketing Coordinator
Office: 757-890-3374
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.visityorktown.org/
ISLE OF WIGHT COUNTY
Judy Winslow
Director of Tourism
Office: 757-357-2476
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.isle-of-wight.va.us/
JAMES CITY COUNTY
Carla Tyler Brittle
Tourism & Centers Administrator
Office: 757-259-4171
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.jamescitycountyva.gov/
JAMESTOWN SETTLEMENT
Tracy Perkins
Media Relations Manager
Office: 757-253-4114
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.jyfmuseums.org/
SOUTHAMPTON COUNTY
Lauren Rodil
Marketing & Existing Business Manager
Office: 757-516-0206
Email: [email protected]
Website: Visit Franklin Southampton VA
SURRY COUNTY
David Harrison
Deputy County Administrator
Office: 757-294-5271
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.surrycountyva.gov/
TOWN OF SMITHFIELD
Judy Winslow
Director of Tourism
Office: 757-357-2476
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.VisitSmithfieldIsleofWight.com
YORK COUNTY
Deirdre Roesch
Economic & Tourism Development
Office: 757-890-3386
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.visityorktown.org
Central Virginia
Central Virginia blends rich history, vibrant urban settings, and breathtaking natural landscapes to create a region unlike any other. Home to the Commonwealth’s capital city, iconic historic sites, grand estates, charming small towns, and scenic countryside, the region offers a diverse range of authentic locations. Richmond has been named one of the “Top 10 Cities to Be an Independent Moviemaker” and provides a strong film infrastructure with a long list of production credits to its name. From urban landscapes and beautiful parks to historic homes, Revolutionary and Civil War-era sites, and rolling farmlands, Central Virginia offers a versatile backdrop that can double for Washington, D.C., and a wide range of historical and contemporary settings for film and television productions.
Browse Reel ScoutAirports
Richmond International Airport (RIC), 1 Richard E Byrd Terminal Dr, Richmond, VA 23250, https://flyrichmond.com/
Chesterfield County Airport (FCI), 7511 Airfield Dr, North Chesterfield, VA 23237, https://www.chesterfield.gov/739/Airport
Liaisons
AMELIA COUNTY
Eric Pollitt
County Administrator
Office: 804-561-3039
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.ameliacova.com/
CHARLES CITY COUNTY
Cynthia Boone
Director of Economic Development & Tourism
Office: 804-652-4708
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.charles-city.va.us/
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY
Teresa Bonifas
Director of Communications and Media
Office: 804-748-1161
Direct: 804-318-8314
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.chesterfield.gov/
CITY OF COLONIAL HEIGHTS
Nancy Bosher
Exec. Asst. to City Manager
Office: 804-520-9265
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.colonialheightsva.gov/
CITY OF HOPEWELL
Charles Bennett
Director of Economic Development
Office: 804-541-2270
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://hopewellva.gov/
CITY OF PETERSBURG
Joanne Williams
Director of Communications
Direct: 804-347-3321
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.petersburg-va.org/
CITY OF RICHMOND
Montel Marable
Film Permit Liaison
Office: 804-646-0342
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.rva.gov/parks-recreation/special-events-film-production-site-coordination
DINWIDDIE COUNTY
Stacey English
Economic Development & Marketing Manager
Office: 804-469-4500 Ext. 2163
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.dinwiddieva.us/
GOOCHLAND COUNTY
Sara Worley
Economic Development Coordinator
804-556-5862 Main
804-556-5867 Direct
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.goochlandva.us/
HANOVER COUNTY
Rachel Smith
Tourism Director
Office: 804-365-3284
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.co.hanover.va.us
HENRICO COUNTY
Ben Sheppard
Public Relations Director
804-501-4976
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://henrico.us/
NEW KENT COUNTY
Lindsay Hurt
Director of Economic Development
Office: 804-966-9631
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.new-kent.va.us/
POWHATAN COUNTY
Roxanne Salerno
Economic Development Manager
Office: 804-598-4890
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.powhatanva.gov/
PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY
Michelle Rogers
Economic Development & Tourism Specialist
Office: 804-722-8608
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.princegeorgecountyva.gov/
SURRY COUNTY
Pat Bernshausen
Tourism Coordinator
Direct: 757-758-0146
Secondary: 757-294-5095
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.surrycountyva.gov/
SUSSEX COUNTY
David Conmy
Economic Development Director
Office: 434-246-1000
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.sussexcountyva.gov/
TOWN OF ASHLAND
Kelly Franke
Planning & Community Development
804-798-9219
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.ashlandva.gov/
Chesapeake Bay
The Chesapeake Bay region showcases Virginia's iconic coastal beauty, featuring picturesque waterfront communities, working harbors, expansive marshes, sandy beaches, and miles of scenic shoreline. As the birthplace of George Washington and land of the Pamunkey and Mattaponi Tribes, the region is rich in history, maritime heritage, and natural beauty. Its charming small towns, historic landmarks, and breathtaking waterfront landscapes provide an exceptional variety of authentic settings for film and television productions.
Browse Reel ScoutAirports
Middle Peninsula Regional Airport (FYJ) 1000 Airport Rd, Mattaponi, VA 23110, https://www.west-point.va.us/community/visitors/airport.php
Tappahannock-Essex County Airport (XSA), 1450 Aviation Rd, Tappahannock, VA 22560, https://www.essexva.gov/1252/Airport
Liaisons
ESSEX COUNTY
Woodie Walker
Economic Development Authority Executive Director
Office: 540-287-6163
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.essexva.gov
GLOUCESTER COUNTY
Matt Barber
Director of Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Office: 804-693-2355
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://gloucesterva.gov/
KING & QUEEN COUNTY
Kelly Evko
Economic Development Authority
Office: 804-445-3649
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.kingandqueenco.net
KING WILLIAM COUNTY
Derek Stamey
County Administrator
Office: 804-769-4927
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.kwc.gov/
LANCASTER COUNTY
John Bateman
Economic Development Director
Office: 804-436-3562
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.lancova.com/
MATHEWS COUNTY
Ramona Wilson
County Administrator
Office: 804-725-7172
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.mathewscountyva.gov/
MIDDLESEX COUNTY
Trenton Funkhouser
Executive Director
Economic Development Authority
Office: 804-654-1363
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.co.middlesex.va.us/
NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY
Robert Bullard
Economic Development Commission
Office: 703-593-1728
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.northumberland.va.us/
RICHMOND COUNTY
Hope D. Mothershead
Interim County Administrator
Office: 804-333-3415
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://co.richmond.va.us/
TOWN OF COLONIAL BEACH
Charlotte Cole
Director of Economic Development & Tourism
Office: 804-224-7181 Ext. 404
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.colonialbeachva.gov/
WESTMORELAND COUNTY
Dale Hendon
Economic Development Director
Office: 804-493-3562
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.westmoreland-county.org/
Northern Virginia
Northern Virginia offers a dynamic mix of urban sophistication, historic landmarks, picturesque countryside, and scenic waterfronts. From modern cityscapes, charming small towns and rolling horse country, vineyards, and nationally significant historic sites, the region provides an exceptional diversity of filming locations—all within easy reach of Washington, D.C., and major transportation hubs.
Browse Reel ScoutAirports
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 2401 Smith Blvd, Arlington, VA 22202, https://www.flyreagan.com/
Stafford Regional Airport (RMN), 95 Aviation Way, Fredericksburg, VA 22406, https://staffordairport.com/
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), 1 Saarinen Cir, Dulles, VA 20166, https://www.flydulles.com/
Winchester Regional Airport (OKV) 491 Airport Rd., Winchester, VA 22602 https://www.flyokv.com/
Liaisons
ARLINGTON COUNTY & CITY OF ARLINGTON
Emily Cassell
Director of Convention and Visitors Service
Office: 703-228-0875
Email: [email protected]
Film Permit: https://www.stayarlington.com/partners/filming-in-arlington/
Website: https://www.arlingtonva.us/
CAROLINE COUNTY
Kathy Beard
Tourism Manager
Office: 804-633-4074
Cell: 804-572-4269
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://co.caroline.va.us/
CITY OF ALEXANDRIA
Misha Enriquez
Director of Marketing
Office: 703-652-5365
Email: [email protected]
Email 2: [email protected]
Film Permit: https://visitalexandria.com/press/film-permits/
Website: https://visitalexandria.com/
CITY OF FAIRFAX
Colleen Kardasz
Director of Economic Development
Office: 703-293-1631
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.fairfaxva.gov/
CITY OF FALLS CHURCH
Mary Catherine Chase
Director of Communications and Public Information Officer
Office: 703-248-5210 EXT 711
Email: [email protected]
Film Permit: http://va-fallschurch.civicplus.com/formcenter/communications-office-7/film-permit-application-52
Website: http://www.fallschurchva.gov/
CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG
Danelle Rose
Tourism Services Manager
Office: 540-372-1216 x7100
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.visitfred.com
CITY OF MANASSAS & HISTORIC MANASSAS
Jeremy Beale
Public Affairs Manager
Office: 703-257-8456
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.manassascity.org/
AND
Lisa Harlow
Executive Director, Historic Manassas
Office: 703-361-6599
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.visitmanassas.org
CITY OF WINCHESTER
Justin Kerns
Executive Director
Office: 540-542-1326
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.visitwinchesterva.com
CLARKE COUNTY
Michelle Ridings
Economic Development & Tourism Director
Office: 540-277-7567
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.clarkecounty.gov/
FAIRFAX COUNTY
Bert Cook
Director of Destination Services
Office: 703-752-9508
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.fxva.com/
FAUQUIER COUNTY
Laura Torpy
Tourism Director
Office: 540-422-8270
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.VisitFauquier.com
FREDERICK COUNTY
Justin Kerns
Executive Director
Office: 540-542-1326
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.visitwinchesterva.com
KING GEORGE COUNTY
Matthew Smolnik
County Administrator
Office: 540-775-9181
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.kinggeorgecountyva.gov/
LOUDOUN COUNTY
Jennifer Sigal
Director of Communications
Office: 703-669-2002
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.VisitLoudoun.org
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY
Kevin Costello
Tourism Director
Office: 703-792-8426
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.visitpwc.com/
SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY
Angel Rose
Tourism Manager
Office: 540-507-7090
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.spotsylvania.va.us/
STAFFORD COUNTY
Morgan Lynch
Tourism Marketing Manager
Office: 540-658-8681
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.gostaffordva.com/
TOWN OF BOWLING GREEN
Jason Manns
Film Liaison
Board of Economic Development
Office: 949-235-6828
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.townofbowlinggreen.com/
Eastern Shore
Virginia’s Eastern Shore is a distinctive coastal region accessible via the 17.5-mile Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, connecting visitors to a landscape steeped in history, natural beauty, and maritime tradition. Stretching 70 miles along the Atlantic coast, The Shore offers charming old railroad towns, intimate fishing villages, working waterfronts, pristine beaches, and peaceful rural landscapes. From the historic charm of Cape Charles to the world-famous Chincoteague Pony Swim, the region’s unique character and timeless coastal settings provide an unforgettable backdrop for film and television productions.
Browse Reel ScoutAirports
Accomack County Airport (MFV), 29194 Parkway, Melfa, VA 23410
Liaisons
ACCOMAC COUNTY
Michael Mason
County Administrator
Office: 757-787-5700
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.accomack.va.us/home
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY
Matt Spuck
County Administrator
Office: 757-678-0440 Ext. 515
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.northampton.va.us/
TOWN OF CAPE CHARLES
Rick Keuroglian
Town Manager
Office: 757-331-3259 Ext. 12
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.capecharles.org/
TOWN OF CHINCOTEAGUE
Joanne Moore
Executive Director
Chamber of Commerce
Office: 757-336-6161
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.chincoteaguechamber.com
TOWN OF ONANCOCK
Debbie Caton
Director of Administration
Office: 757-787-3363
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.onancock.com/
TOWN OF TANGIER
Ooker Eskridge
Mayor
Office: 757-891-2438
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://tangiervirginia.org/
Roanoke Valley
Nestled in the heart of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, the Roanoke Valley offers a striking blend of vibrant urban amenities and breathtaking natural landscapes. From a historic downtown shaped by its railroad heritage and charming neighborhoods to scenic mountain vistas, rivers, and parkways, the region provides an exceptional variety of filming locations. With its rich cultural history, outdoor recreation, and easy accessibility, the Roanoke Valley is a dynamic destination for film and television productions.
Browse Reel ScoutAirports
Lynchburg Regional Airport (LYH), 350 Terminal Dr, Lynchburg, VA 24502, https://flylyh.com/
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA), 5202 Aviation Dr NW, Roanoke, VA 24012, https://flyroa.com/
Liaisons
ALLEGHANY HIGHLANDS
Alleghany County, City of Covington, and Towns of Clifton Forge and Iron Gate
Josh Taylor
Executive Director, Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Office: 540-862-0936
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.visitalleghanyhighlands.com
AMHERST COUNTY
Lori Saunders
Director of Economic Development
Office: 434-946-5200
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.countyofamherst.com/
BATH COUNTY
Mark Shore
President and CEO, Visit Bath County
Office: 540-490-1111
Email: [email protected]
Website: Visit Bath County
BEDFORD COUNTY AND CITY
Nicole Johnson
Director of Tourism
Office: 540-587-5681
Email: [email protected]
Website: Welcome to Destination Bedford Virginia
And
Michelle Crumpacker
Administrative Manager
Office: 540-587-5683
Email: [email protected]
BOTETOURT COUNTY
Brent Watts
Director of Communications
Office: 540-928-2004
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.visitbotetourt.org
CITY OF LEXINGTON & BUENA VISTA
Sheryl Wagner
Director of Tourism
Office: 540-463-3777
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.rockbridge.va.us/
CITY OF LYNCHBURG
Mauresa Nenadovich
Event Operations Coordinator
Office: 434-485-7295
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.lynchburgvirginia.org/film-guidelines/
CITY OF RADFORD
Kim Repass
Tourism Director
Office: 540-267-3153
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.visitradford.com
CITY OF ROANOKE
Lisa Soltis
Economic Development Specialist
Office: 540-853-1694
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.roanokeva.gov
CITY OF SALEM
Mike Stevens
Film Liaison, Communications Manager
Office: 540-375-3000
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.salemva.gov
CRAIG COUNTY
Craig County Tourism Commission
Office: 540-864-5010
Email: [email protected]
Website: Explore Craig County, VA: Your Next Adventure Awaits!
FLOYD COUNTY
Kathleen Legg
Tourism Director
Office: 540-239-8509
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.visitfloydva.com/
FRANKLIN COUNTY
Kevin Tosh
Director of Tourism
Office: 540-483-3030
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.visitfranklincountyva.org
GILES COUNTY
Cora Gnegy
Tourism Marketing Director
Phone: 540-921-2079
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.virginiasmtnplayground.com/
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, BLACKSBURG & CHRISTIANSBURG
Samantha Livesay
Executive Director of Regional Tourism Office
Office: 540-394-4470
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.montva.com/
PULASKI COUNTY
Erika Tolbert
Tourism Director
Office: 540-674-4161
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.pulaskicounty.org/
ROANOKE COUNTY
Alex Jones
Assistant Director of Economic Development
Office: 540-772-2124
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.roanokecountyva.gov/
ROCKBRIDGE COUNTY
Sheryl Wagner
Director of Tourism
Office: 540-463-3777
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.rockbridge.va.us/
Shenandoah Valley
The Shenandoah Valley is a region of breathtaking natural beauty, rich history, and timeless landscapes. Framed by the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains, the Valley offers rolling farmland, classic university campuses, vintage towns, historic battlefields, scenic waterways, and iconic mountain views. With its authentic rural character, vibrant communities, and diverse locations, this quintessential Virginia country feels like stepping into a postcard—providing an exceptional backdrop for film and television productions.
Browse Reel ScoutAirports
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO), 300 Connor Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22911, https://gocho.com/
Culpeper Regional Airport (CJR), 12517 Beverly Ford Rd, Brandy Station, VA 22714, https://culpeperairport.com/
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD), 77 Aviation Cir, Weyers Cave, VA 24486, https://flyshd.com/
Liaisons
ALBEMARLE COUNTY
Rebecca Ragsdale
Senior Permit Planner
Office: 434-296-5832 Ext. 3226
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.albemarle.org/
AUGUSTA COUNTY
Mary Winters Blanchard
Economic Development Project Coordinator
Office: 540-245-2619
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://augustavabusiness.com/
CITY OF CHARLOTTESVILLE
David Dillehunt
Deputy Director of Communications
Office: 434-970-3114
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.charlottesville.gov/
CITY OF HARRISONBURG
Peirce Macgill
Deputy Director of Economic Development
Office: 540-432-7701
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.visitharrisonburgva.com/
CITY OF STAUNTON
Samantha Johnson
Tourism Director
Office: 540-332-3865
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.VisitStaunton.com
CITY OF WAYNESBORO
Stephanie Duffy
Assistant Director of Economic Development & Tourism
Office: 540-942-6644
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.waynesborobusiness.com/
CULPEPER COUNTY
Paige Read
Director of Economic Development & Tourism
Office: 540-727-0611
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.visitculpeperva.com
FLUVANNA COUNTY
Jennifer Schmack
Director of Economic Development
Office: 434-591-1910
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.fluvannacounty.org/
GREENE COUNTY
Michele Wallace
Visitor Center Coordinator
Office: 434-985-5201
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.exploregreene.com
And
Alan Yost
Director of Economic Development & Tourism
Office: 434-985-6663
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.exploregreene.com
HIGHLAND COUNTY
Chris Swecker
Director of the Tourism Council
Office: 540-468-2347
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.highlandcova.org
LOUISA COUNTY
James Smith
Director of Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Office: 540-967-4420
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.louisacounty.com/
MADISON COUNTY
Tracey Gardner
Director of Economic Development & Tourism
Office: 540-948-7500
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.madisonco.virginia.gov/
NELSON COUNTY
Maureen Kelley
Director of Economic Development
Office: 434-263-7015
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.nelsoncounty-va.gov/
ORANGE COUNTY
Julie Perry
Director of Economic Development & Tourism
Office: 540-672-1238
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://visitorangevirginia.com/
PAGE COUNTY
Rebecca Armstrong
Communications & Marketing Coordinator
Office: 540-743-1216
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.pagecounty.virginia.gov/
RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY
Garrey Curry
County Administrator
Office: 540-675-5330
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.rappahannockcountyva.gov/
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY
Joshua Gooden
Economic Development & Tourism Coordinator
Office: 540-574-1896
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://visitrockingham.com/
SHENANDOAH COUNTY
Brittany Clem-Hott
Tourism Development Manager
Office: 540-459-6228
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.visitshenandoahcounty.com
WARREN COUNTY
Patrick Barker
Director of Economic Development
Office: 540-692-3166 Ext. 312
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://warrencountyva.gov/
Southern Virginia
Southern Virginia combines picturesque rural landscapes, historic communities, and thriving downtowns with lakes, forests, and farmland that offer exceptional visual diversity. Its welcoming communities, accessible locations, and versatile settings make the region an ideal destination for film, television, and commercial productions.
Browse Reel ScoutAirports
Emporia-Greensville Regional Airport (EMV), 139 Airport Dr, Emporia, VA 23847, https://www.flyemv.net/
Farmville Regional Airport (FVX), 130 Wedgewood Dr, Farmville, VA 23901, https://www.farmvilleva.com/166/Farmville-Regional-Airport
Mecklenburg-Brunswick Regional Airport (AVC), 1495 Regional Airport Rd, Brodnax, VA 23920, https://avcairport.com/
Liaisons
APPOMATTOX COUNTY
Mary Stanley
Lead Travel Counselor
Office: 434-352-8999
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://historicappomattox.com/
BUCKINGHAM COUNTY
Karl Carter
County Administrator
Office: 434-969-4242
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.buckinghamcountyva.org/
BRUNSWICK COUNTY
Dixie Daniel
Tourism Coordinator
Office: 434-848-2728
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.brunswickco.com/
CAMPBELL COUNTY
Nina Rezai
Director of Economic Development
Office: 434-332-9595
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.campbellvirginia.com/
CHARLOTTE COUNTY
Landon Green
County Administrator & Economic Development
Office: 434-542-5117
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.charlottecountyva.gov/
CITY OF DANVILLE
Lisa K. Meriwether
Tourism Manager
Office: 434-793-1753
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.visitsosi.com/
CITY OF EMPORIA
Shanetta Beck
Director of Community & Economic Development
Office: 434-634-5056
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.ci.emporia.va.us/
CITY OF MARTINSVILLE
Kelly Rowland
Assistant Director of Tourism
Office: 276-403-5949
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.visitmartinsville.com/
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Stephany Johnson
Planning & Zoning Administrator
Office: 804-492-3520
Direct: 804-492-3800 ext. 1139
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.cumberlandcounty.virginia.gov/
GREENSVILLE COUNTY
Natalie Slate
Director of Economic Development
Office: 434-348-4205
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.greensvillecountyva.com/
HALIFAX COUNTY
LaTonya Sadler Hamilton
Tourism Director
Office: 434-572-1734
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://gohalifaxva.com/
HENRY COUNTY
Kelly Rowland
Assistant Director of Tourism
Office: 276-403-5949
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.visitmartinsville.com/
LUNENBURG COUNTY
Jonathan Chumney
Director of Planning and Economic Development
Office: 434-696-2142
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.lunenburgva.org/
MECKLENBURG COUNTY
Tina Morgan
Tourism Coordinator
Office: 434-738-6191 Ext. 4438
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.mecklenburgva.com/
NOTTOWAY COUNTY
Gregg Zody
Planning & Economic Development Director
Office: 434-645-8696
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://nottoway.org/
PATRICK COUNTY
James Houchins
Director of Tourism
Office: 276-693-2005
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.patrick.va.us/
PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY
Lisa K. Meriwether
Tourism Manager
Office: 434-793-1753
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.visitsosi.com/
PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY
Chelsey White
Director of Economic Development & Tourism
Office: 434-392-1482
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.co.prince-edward.va.us/
TOWN OF FARMVILLE
Ashley Atkins-Austin
Media Office
Office: 434-392-8465
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://farmvilleva.com/
Got a prime filming spot?
Complete the form and once reviewed and approved, your photos will be added to our library, and will be available for viewing by location professionals worldwide seeking the perfect locations for their projects.
submit a locationThink you need a permit?
The Virginia Film Office does not issue film permits; however, we're happy to help determine if you need one and who to talk to. Contact Lori, VFO Locations Manager, with the particulars of your shoot.
Email Locations