August Recap

Bryan Cranston to reprise movie role as real Tampa federal agent

The “Breaking Bad” actor starred as Robert Mazur in “The Infiltrator.” He will do so again in “The Betrayal.”

FULL STORY HERE


Lights, Camera, The Bay? Recent films bring millions into Tampa Bay

Tampa Bay's beaches, suburbs, downtown areas, and businesses are all coming to the silver screen. Since September 11, filmmakers have chosen this area as the setting for their films on Lifetime and Hallmark.

FULL STORY HERE


The Florida Office of Film and Entertainment is Hiring!

The Tallahassee office is hiring a Full-Time Production Coordinator. This position is accepting applications until Fri, Sep 2nd. The role is Tallahassee-based and cannot be filled remotely.

The production coordinator role will include administration of the Entertainment Industry Sales Tax Exemption Program, client services/production related, maintaining the Reel-Scout Database, and maintaining the Reel Crew Production Directory among other tasks and responsibilities.
Apply online today!

APPLY HERE


Recap: A Night With Iron Man

Tampa Bay came together to celebrate Comic Book Legend Bob Layton with a free screening of Iron Man. Before the film, Bob met adoring fans and signed several memorabilia. The 14-year-old feature film held up its impact to a live audience as both its comedic and most triumphant moments were met with collective reactions from the crowd.

When the film ended, Bob was joined by Iron Man screenwriter Hawk Ostby for a lively Q&A hour, moderated by film commissioner Tyler Martinolich, and answering questions from the audience. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this night epic! Stay tuned for our next Film Tampa Bay Presents.

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Next Month’s Spotlight

Joe Pelham is a Videographer, Editor, Gaffer, Camera Operator and Motion Graphics Designer in Tampa Bay.

Stay tuned for more about Joe Pelham.


Episode 13: Jordan & Jordy Klein is now streaming

Available on Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Podbean


 

Notable Productions in August

TV Shows:
Zombie House Flippers
100 Day Dream Home
MLB Network Play Ball

Commercials:
HSN Fall Campaign
Publix - Gasparilla Distance Classic

 

Are you still paying sales tax on your Florida Production Expenditures?

The Florida Office of Film and Entertainment offers a point-of-sale Sales Tax Exemption to qualified production companies producing content in Florida. 
 
Qualified Florida Expenditures include:

  • Production equipment rental or purchase

  • Real estate rental (studio, office, location fees)

  • Set design and construction

  • Props

  • Wardrobe

  • Computers and software (production related)

You can start saving up to 7.5% in just a few business days! Apply online at www.filminflorida.com.

Birdie Doyle