Oregon Media Production Association Releases the 2013 SourceOregon MagazineFeatures an Extensive Online Production Directory of Oregon Crew, Talent, & Services
April 23, 2013 -- This month, the Oregon Media Production Association (OMPA), the trade association which supports and promotes the industry, has released a magazine to advertising agencies and production companies around the country featuring Oregon's media talent.

Local Hero LLC Producing Its First Feature Film "I Remember You"Production Begins February 19
January 24, 2013 -- Local Hero Post is proud to announce it is in production of its first feature film, "I Remember You". Principal photography begins February 19 in Los Angeles. "I Remember You" is being executive produced by Leandro Marini, founder, head of imaging, and supervising colorist at Local Hero Post, and James Cotten, owner of Dark Highway Films and one of the owners of Local Hero Post.

150,000 New Reasons To Roll Cameras In Greater Fort Lauderdale With Rebates For Film And TV ProjectsEntertainment Industry's Sunniest Film Location in the Spotlight at the 40th Annual International Emmy World Television Festival
November 15, 2012 -- The Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau has announced a cash rebate for qualified production expenditure up to $150,000 for film and TV projects. These incentives are in addition to the Florida Governor's Office of Film and Entertainment's tax credit for film and entertainment projects conducted in the Sunshine State.

Movies Being Filmed in Columbus, Canton and DaytonSeveral Films Taking Advantage of the Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credit
October 05, 2012 -- "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" is just the beginning. The Ohio Film Office has secured numerous films to be shot in Ohio, bringing the total number of films, television series, and commercials assisted by the Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credit to 44 since the program began in Fiscal Year 2010.

Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credit Helps Lure New Captain America Movie2,500 jobs and two Ohio locations tied to next edition of blockbuster 'Avengers' franchise
September 28, 2012 -- Ohio's film industry is receiving another major production with support from the Ohio Development Services Agency's Film Office. Disney's Marvel Studios was awarded a $9.5 million Ohio Motion Picture Tax Credit for two project locations related to the new film, "Captain America: The Winter Soldier." The movie will be shot in northeast and southern Ohio.

New York Governor Cuomo Triples The Empire State Film Post Production CreditJuly 27, 2012 -- The Post New York Alliance (www.postnewyork.org) is pleased to announce that Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed into law a bill which triples the EMPIRE STATE FILM POST PRODUCTION CREDIT from 10% to 30% (35% for Upstate). It is effective immediately.

Greater Cleveland Film Commission Applauds Expansion of Ohio Motion Picture Tax IncentiveTax incentive is doubled, opens doors for more film projects and jobs for Ohioans
June 06, 2012 -- The Greater Cleveland Film Commission today commended Ohio Governor John Kasich and the Ohio Legislature for expanding the Ohio Motion Picture Tax Incentive, a critical tool for strengthening Ohio's growing film industry and creating jobs for Ohioans.

Mayor Bloomberg And Media & Entertainment Commissioner Oliver Present Seventh Annual "Made In NY" AwardsHonorees Include Robert De Niro, Meryl Streep, Whoopi Goldberg, Kelly Ripa, Jerry Stiller, Anne Meara, Kickstarter and @radical.media
June 04, 2012 -- Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Mayor's Office of Media & Entertainment Commissioner Katherine Oliver today presented the seventh annual "Made in NY" Awards, honoring individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the City's entertainment and digital media industries. New York City's Film and Television Leaders Celebrated as Recent Report Shows Industry Generated $7.1 Billion in 2011

Mayor Bloomberg Opens Five New Soundstages At Steiner Studios And Announces New Programs To Help New Yorkers Get Jobs In Entertainment IndustryFive New Stages in Brooklyn Navy Yard Total over 45,000 Square Feet
March 26, 2012 -- Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and Media & Entertainment Commissioner Katherine Oliver today joined Steiner Studios Chairman Douglas C. Steiner to open five new soundstages at Steiner Studios in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The new stages, totaling 45,000 square feet, will provide new and expanded opportunities for New Yorkers who work in the film, television and commercial production industry. The Mayor also launched initiatives designed to support and grow the industry, including new grants for training programs that prepare New Yorkers for careers in production and digital fields

Georgia Production Partnership Names New Officers Executive BoardJanuary 11, 2012 -- The Georgia Production Partnership (GPP), the voice of filmmaking in the state of Georgia, installed its new Officers and Executive Board at their first 2012 general membership meeting, January 10th. General members elected the new slate Officers and Board Members to represent their organization in December.