Georgia.org Content: Dodd Vickers graduated from Georgia Tech and served in the U.S. Army, but he never thought he could pursue a career in film in his home state. He is now a location scout, and uses his geographical knowledge and contacts with many in the small business community to find unique… Read More
“I am delighted when I see how many people can get jobs in Georgia these days.” Retired camera assistant and Milledgeville resident Clyde Bryan has seen almost everything in the film industry after 45 years and 128 productions. But nothing compares to the explosive growth in Georgia since the tax… Read More
Jordan Tyson followed in his father’s footsteps to become a lighting technician. Born and raised in Macon, he saw how his father made a 15 year career in lighting and gripping countless productions in the state. Jordan’s story represents how the film industry in Georgia employs thousands of skilled… Read More
Eric White started as a server in various restaurants around Forsyth, but wanted the chance to explore his creative side in his home state. After graduating from film school, he started working in crew positions on various productions, eventually moving away from supplemental jobs to earning a… Read More
Retired sheriff’s deputy, Ben Payne, started Risk Management Associates of Georgia to address the security challenges on production sets and studios. He now employs 50 full-time employees, with many of them being on-call officers. Business has been so good that he has opened two offices to keep up… Read More
Sunnyside ATV Paradise, located in Wrens, Georgia, has found itself as the perfect location for Georgia-based productions. It has served as the mountains of Afghanistan to the backdrop of various music videos. But it also opened up a new revenue stream for park owners, Kurt Warneke and Jimmy McPeak… Read More
Georgia.org Content: Terrance Williams is an employee with IndieGrip in Augusta who has benefited from the thriving film industry in the area of the state between Atlanta and Savannah. Until recently, Terrance had been working in theater and local television production but pivoted to logistics… Read More
Brandon Marsh was determined to develop his passion for film into a career path in his hometown of Columbus. But it wasn’t until the newly opened Georgia Film Academy began offering classes through Columbus State that he was able to make a fulfilling career, “ I was one of the first students to… Read More
Valdosta native, Tina Sauls, moved back from Los Angeles to work in Georgia’s film industry. After graduating from Valdosta State University, she realized that there was more opportunities in Georgia than California: “I’m blessed that I get to work on films and pursue my dream of producing in my… Read More
Buck Meeks of Richmond Hill owns Myrtle Grove Plantation along with his brother John. Their property has been the setting of countless productions over the years, adding to the tax revenue and small business growth of the community of Bryan County. Myrtle Grove picturesque surroundings and… Read More
