FilmSavannah was delighted to host the “Why Georgia” marketing group and assisted the filmmakers on their Savannah episode. The video features local industry professionals: Samita Wolfe, Genevieve Hawkins, Witt Lacy, Chad Darnell, Nikki Hill, Bo Bowen, and Stratton Leopold.
Beyond the Southern hospitality, Augusta has the resources to serve as an ideal filming location. Film Augusta reports millions have been generated in economic impact by films shooting in the city. Hundreds of local cast + crew have been employed on productions since 2019. In the past 5 years. Watch this.
Craig Miller, Founder and Executive Producer for Craig Miller Productions explains how the film incentive in Georgia, which was created to bring large productions to Georgia, has also benefited independent film makers.
Shane Hall, freelance photographer and aspiring videographer, discusses the role of re:imagine in expanding his talents from natural ability to professional with education and support.
Ethan Byrd, Program Director of Kennesaw State Esports is being selected as the new Commissioner of GEL. Byrd has been an integral part of the KSU Esports program
Ted Basco, Director of Sales and Film Liason for Visit Roswell discusses how he assists in finding film locations in historic Roswell.
If you are a company (or individual) in Georgia you can financially support innovation in public education and connect diverse students to the massive and growing creative industry without spending one extra penny!
Mala Sharma, President of Georgia Music Partners, talks about the recent music study conducted by both the Georgia House and Senate to produce initiatives to aid the Music industry in Georgia.
Mark Wofford, President and CEO, discusses the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) at PC&E. If the company is successful, it’s going to benefit the employee who becomes more invested in the business.
As a board member of IATSE 491, Judith More sees the positive impact the union is having on film industry growth in Savannah.