What started out as custom rugs for one film production, quickly grew to supplying the flooring and carpet for over 20 productions. Dalton based and family-owned Myers Carpet continues to meet the flooring needs of Georgia’s film industry. Located in the “carpet capital of the world,” Myers Carpet… Read More
Event Services of Georgia provides portable toilets and sanitation services to more than 100 productions in Georgia. Owner Jody Tinsely of Cumming saw a need in the marketplace and has hired six additional employees to keep up with growth. These production contracts keep business consistent and… Read More
Drew Keener found a way to work as an artist and film set illustrator in his hometown of Woodstock. After graduating from SCAD, Drew went to work with Max Graphics in Kennesaw, a company that provides artistic productions services for film sets in Georgia. He still can’t believe that he gets to be… Read More
"The Hate You Give" filmed many of their scenes in Southwest Atlanta, utilizing the culture and small businesses of the local community.
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Filming under the Gold Dome! "The Walking Dead" transformed the Georgia State Capitol into a dystopian museum, making it the first production set of its kind. Governor Nathan Deal even dropped by the set.… Read More
Atlanta, January 18, 2020 –Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced that Amazon will expand its Georgia presence by launching a new fulfillment center in Newnan. Starting on day one, the e-commerce retail company will create 500 new, full-time jobs with industry-leading pay… Read More
College Park resident Dwight Abercrombie credits the film industry for getting his life back on track. Before working in film, he worked “dead-end” jobs that all seemed to end the same. An opportunity at EUE/Screen Gems turned into a full-time position. He is now a rental agent for a film equipment… Read More
Former Miss Cobb County, Lace Larrabee got an opportunity of a lifetime: to act in a TV series filmed in Atlanta. Ironically, the series was about pageants, so Lace was a perfect fit. But the experience ignited a passion in her to continue to pursue a career in performance. Her experience reflects… Read More
Before his job as an on-set production dresser, Germaine Riggs could not afford health insurance. His position as a cook didn't pay all the bills, and he had to supplement his income with food delivery jobs. A degree from film school and a move to Georgia changed all that. Now Germaine has health… Read More
Hudson Hickory House in Douglasville has been owned and operated by Buford and Scot Huson since 1971. But it wasn’t until the growth of Georgia’s film economy that the restaurant had the opportunity to shine in front of and behind the camera. The establishment has been featured in the Fox series “… Read More
