Film Industry Generates 200,000+ Jobs in Florida
Thursday, March 19th, 2009Florida Governor Charlie Crist has applauded the most recent film and entertainment industry figures showing that film and entertainment in the state is a $17.9-billion-a-year industry that generates 207,000 industry and related jobs in Florida. The Governor met with Florida Film Commissioner Lucia Fishburne and industry leaders to discuss the importance of film and entertainment in Florida, which is projected to grow jobs faster than any other targeted industry in the Sunshine State.
“As we continue to seek growth opportunities for Florida’s economy, it is important to remember the significant role film and entertainment plays in our state, generating more than 200,000 Florida jobs,” said Governor Crist, who hosted the roundtable in Tallahassee.
The Office of Film & Entertainment, within the Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development, recently conducted an independent study showing that in 2007, Florida’s film and entertainment-related spending accounted for: