Luse’s perspective offers valuable insight into both the practical realities of building a production career in Georgia and the broader shifts that have made the state an indispensable part of the modern entertainment industry.
Now a broadcast engineer for Film Quality Services in Flowery Branch, Ga., Fossali’s journey demonstrates how dedication to a personal interest, combined with targeted education, can pave the way for professional success in a burgeoning industry. His story is also a testament to the hands-on training provided by Georgia Film Academy (GFA).
Intellectual Property (IP) plays a significant role in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the US. In fact, the U.S Patent and Trademark Office found that IP-intensive industries accounted for over 38% of total US GDP. As a part of this significant portion of US GDP, IP plays a crucial role in the creative economy.
For Faigle, teaching courses in live production, streaming and esports is more than an academic exercise – it’s workforce development in real time, a chance to prepare Georgians to step directly into a rapidly evolving industry.
Two Ships is a 2D hand-drawn animated short that my wife, Mackenzie, and I wrote together based on our experience of working opposite schedules and trying to maintain connection during one of the busiest times in our relationship. It’s a story that’s deeply personal to us but one we’ve found resonates with others who are also looking for human connection.
As we enter the tenth year of Georgia Entertainment, I’m humbled by what lies ahead and grateful to begin our 10 year mark as we host the next Signature 100 at Trilith LIVE. The work that has gone into building this community and the level of investment behind it reflects the strength and ambition of Georgia’s entire creative ecosystem.
The morning program will feature a spotlight on the Trilith Foundation’s initiatives in mental health and wellness for production professionals, followed by a fireside-style conversation between film and music executives from Nashville and Atlanta. The event continues Georgia Entertainment’s mission to build bridges among creative communities through its Signature 100, an annual gathering of the state’s most influential entertainment and economic leaders.
The move broadens Reel Supplies’ product lineup beyond its core inventory of raw lumber, sheet goods and specialty set-construction materials. With the addition of Cross Country’s finishing products, Reel Supplies can now offer both structural and aesthetic materials under one roof, creating a more streamlined production experience for film clients.
The Creative Economy Collective (CEC), a group of 65+ entrepreneurs, business and research leaders, academics and government officials working at the convergence of art and technology, met at Georgia Tech’s Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) on Friday, November 14 for their first in person meeting.
Georgia Entertainment announced today that Trilith Institute has been named its honorary nonprofit for the upcoming Signature Georgia Entertainment 100.