Magazine highlights the influx of filmmakers in the Sacramento region and Placer County
A photo of the Sept. issue of Comstock’s Magazine cover features an illustration of local film stars.
Placer County’s Film Office was recently mentioned as part of Comstock’s Magazine’s September cover article discussing the growth of local film production in the Sacramento region.
What makes the Sacramento region so appealing to filmmakers? One big selling point, according to Juli Johnston, the film liaison for the Placer County Film Office, is its stunning and diverse landscape. Sacramento really is close to everything: lakes, rivers, mountains, snow, vineyards, orchards, farms, you name it.
The article, written by Marybeth Bizjak, explains how film productions have shown a growing desire to call the Capital Region home for their films, commercials, sitcoms and more. This influx has added millions of dollars to the local economy and thousands of jobs into the region.
Placer County recorded $5 million in economic growth from the film and TV industry last year.
The City of Sacramento and nearby Placer and El Dorado counties work actively to entice filmmakers to bring their movies here. Each jurisdiction has its own film office with a full-time commissioner who markets her area (they all just happen to be women) to producers of film and media, a broad category that includes feature and independent films, documentaries, TV movies and specials, scripted and reality TV shows, commercials, music videos, corporate and industrial videos, public service announcements and print ads.
Read the full article here: https://www.comstocksmag.com/article/ready-set-action
Follow us on social media:
READ MORE:
Placer County is a proud FLICS member
Since Centaur Film Company moved from New Jersey to the modest citrus groves of Hollywood in 1911, the Golden State has become the headquarters for America’s premier film studios and production companies, as well as one of the largest collection of creatives on Earth....
Gear up for the Oscars with Placer film History
As we gear up for this year’s Oscars on Sunday, March 2, 2025, let’s take a moment to celebrate Placer County’s unique connection to the Academy Awards. Over the years, our stunning locations have played a role in some of Hollywood’s most iconic films: A Place in the...
Local filmmaker announces world premiere release date
'No Address' is a compelling drama that captures the journey of a group of individuals experiencing homelessness. The film, which is inspired by true events, is a cinematic exploration of hope, humanity, and resilience as the characters navigate the stormy challenges...