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The latest updates on film productions throughout the Savannah Region.

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Feb142022

Extras Casting: Cave Dweller

Extras Casting Call: Cave Dweller

Wednesday 2/16

Hinesville Yellow Bee

802 Elma F Miles Parkway, Hinesville GA

8:30am – 1:30PM

See flyer for more details.

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Feb32022

Extras Casting Call: A Homecoming to Remember

Extras Casting Call: A Homecoming to Remember (Feature)

Casting Agent: Melanie Forchetti

Shoot Dates: 2/5 – 2/15

Shoot Location: Savannah Area

Rates:

BG Breakdown: ($120/10 hr day (non-union/local hires to Savannah))

“High School Students”: Male & Female, any ethnicity, over 18yo (Shoot dates: Sat 2/5, Sun 2/6, Fri 2/11, Sat 2/12, Sun 2/13 & Tues 2/15)

“Tennis Players”: Female, any ethnicity, over 18yo (but looks like high school student) – must be able to actually play tennis (Shoot Date: Wed 2/9)

Featured Extra Role: (Rate: $120/7 hours (non-union/non-speaking))”Young Laura”: Female, Cauc, over 18yo (but looks like high school student): brunette/brown eyes, attractive (Shoot Date: Fri 2/11)

How to submit:1) Register at https://airtable.com/shriganzjXNl5dhSW and select “Homecoming” from the Project Drop Down Menu. Please note availability in the “Notes” section.

-OR

-2) Email pics/resume to casting@forchetticasting.com with the subject header “Homecoming.” Please also note your availability and vaccination status.

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Jan272022

#2 Best Places to Live and Work as a Moviemaker: Small Cities and Towns 2022

Savannah was named the #2 Best Place to Live and Work as a Moviemaker: Small Cities and Towns 2022, by Moviemaker Magazine!!!

Savannah has consistently been ranked in the top four since 2015, taking the #1 spot in 2020, 2019, 2017, and 2016.”Hollywood knows that Savannah is the go-to location for architectural treasures, top-notch crews, and locations that can double for just about anywhere in America,” says MovieMaker editor-in-chief Tim Molloy. “But it’s not just a great place to make a movie — it’s become a great place for filmmakers to build a life.”

Savannah named number two “Best Small Cities and Towns to 
Live and Work as a Moviemaker” by Moviemaker magazine

The entertainment production industry generated 
$114 million in direct spend in 2021

SAVANNAH, Ga. – Savannah was named the number two “Best Small Cities and Towns to Live and Work as a Moviemaker”in MovieMaker magazine’s annual ranking. Savannah has consistently been ranked in the top four since 2015, taking the #1 spot in 2020, 2019, 2017, and 2016.

“Hollywood knows that Savannah is the go-to location for architectural treasures, top-notch crews, and locations that can double for just about anywhere in America,” says MovieMaker editor-in-chief Tim Molloy. “But it’s not just a great place to make a movie — it’s become a great place for filmmakers to build a life. Work opportunities abound, SCAD leads a thriving local film community, and the Georgia Department of Economic Development reported a record $4 billion in direct spending on productions in the state in the 2021 fiscal year. The beauty and affordability of the town also means a very agreeable work-life balance. It’s a magical place with a down-to-earth work ethic.”

“Since 2015, the Savannah Economic Development Authority and our partners have worked to strategically position Savannah as the place for entertainment production,” said Savannah Economic Development Authority President and CEO Trip Tollison. “With a well-known and effective state tax credit, our local incentive and aggressive marketing combined with a backdrop that can be almost anywhere in the world, our efforts have paid off.” 

“We are thrilled to be recognized once again and be named in 2022 by MovieMaker as the second best small cities and towns to live and work. Being named in the top four for the past seven years has helped our region build a sustainable crew base, which in turn helps us attract more productions to the region,” said Savannah Regional Film Commission Executive Director Beth Nelson. 

The Savannah Regional Film Commission reported that in 2021 the entertainment production industry had a direct impact of nearly $114 million. Eighty eight professional productions were shot in the Savannah area in 2021 including Devotion, The Girl From Plainville, Chase and Tyler Perry’s Jazzman’s Blues.

“Due to the pandemic, we saw productions completely shut down and the industry took a big hit here in Savannah and across the world,” said Nelson. “Starting in late 2020, our phones began to ring, and we saw the return of production in 2021 making it one of our most successful years. We anticipate 2022 to be just as busy if not more so.”

In October 2021, the Savannah Regional Film Commission was named the number one “Outstanding Film Commission” by the Location Managers Guild International. The Savannah Regional Film Commission was nominated for its work on The Underground Railroad, a 2021 television series that chronicles Cora Randall’s desperate bid for freedom in the Antebellum South. Five other film commissions were also nominated for the award including Estonian Film Institute, Bath Film Office, Screen Queensland Australia, Liverpool Film Office and Hamilton Music & Film Office. Past winners include Toscana Film Commission, Film Otago Southland, Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Film and Entertainment, Royal Film Commission of Jordan, FilmL.A., City of Long Beach Office of Special Events and Filming and Albuquerque Film Commission. 

Also in October 2021, the SEDA Board of Directors voted unanimously to extend the Savannah Entertainment Production Incentives. These incentives are in addition to the tax credit the state of Georgia offers. 

“The Savannah Entertainment Production Incentives combined with the state of Georgia’s tax credit program, have significantly raised Savannah’s profile as a desired location for entertainment production,” said Tollison. 

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Jan202022

Call for Applications: PA Training Class

Deadline to submit: This Wednesday Feb 2nd!!

February 2022 Production Assistant Training Class taught by Witt Lacy (DGA)

We are now accepting applications for an upcoming PA Training Class taught by DGA Assistant Director, Witt Lacy. This training is offered at no cost and is ideal for those who want to, and are serious about, starting to work in the entertainment industry. The class will take place Saturday Feb 12th & Sunday Feb 13th – 8AM to 4PM (Each Day).  You MUST be available both training days, be at least 18 years old, have legal status to work within the United States, and a local resident of the Savannah region.  COVID-19 protocols will be observed.  Student applicants must be seniors, or graduate students with open availability to work. Spaces are limited and submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance into the training.

DEADLINE is Friday Feb 2nd

Please follow the link and fill out the application form.

LINK TO APPLICATION =====>> Apply Here: Google Doc Form