The State of the Film Industry: Bild Expo 2025
07/21/2025When you think of movie and television productions, the state of New Jersey rarely comes to mind. However, there is a thriving filmmaking industry just across the river from Manhattan. Join Janice Kovach, David Schoner, Carol Cuddy, and Jon Crowley of the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission on the Bild Expo Filmmaking Stage. You'll learn how the industry was brought to New Jersey, how it affects local communities, and much more.
- 0:00 Hollywood in New Jersey
- 6:00 Meet Our Panelists
- 6:49 How the Industry Has Evolved
- 10:50 Why New Jersey & Purpose-Built Stages
- 13:59 The Role of the Commission
- 21:41 Resources & Grants for Independent Filmmakers
- 26:06 Impact on Local Small Businesses
- 29:45 Workforce & Career Pathways
- 36:37 5 Years from Now ...
- 40:24 Q&A
