Film Industry Opportunities for Small Business
The film and TV industry are often thought of as being glamorous, but it’s called an “industry” for a reason. Film is big business and the West Virginia incentives make it one of the most competitive places to film in the world. If it’s a large Hollywood production, or a local TV commercial, film production can provide special opportunities for our local small businesses. Film crews need, caterers, accounts, builders, tax credit brokers, electricians, drivers, and more. They also need things like housing, facilities, generators, and parking. Join us for a look at what opportunities are available for small businesses to support the film industry and what you can do to position your business to capitalize on these opportunities.
Allegheny Image Factory – https://webuildstories.com/
Robert Tinnell | Founder – Allegheny Image Factory
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-tinnell-2147463/
Robert Tinnell is an award-winning writer, director, producer, and graphic novelist whose career spans feature films, television, and publishing. He began his career under legendary filmmaker George Romero before producing a slate of independent films, including South of Reno and Surf Nazis Must Die. Robert went on to direct several acclaimed features, such as the ACE-nominated Kids of the Round Table, the cult favorite Frankenstein and Me, and Feast of the Seven Fishes.
As a screenwriter, his credits include adapting the French-language hit Les Boys and Anthony Bourdain’s novel The Bobby Gold Stories. In the world of graphic novels, Robert is known for the bestselling The Black Forest, The Wicked West, and the Eisner-nominated Feast of the Seven Fishes.
Jeffery Tinnell | Founder – Allegheny Image Factory
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-tinnell-8322455/
Jeff Tinnell is an award-winning producer with more than three decades of experience in film, television, and branded content. A West Virginia native, he launched his career in Los Angeles and producing work for major brands and artists including Nike, Coca-Cola, McDonald’s, The Rolling Stones, Metallica, and Don Henley. His feature film credits span international projects such as Les Boys I & II, Frankenstein & Me, Son of the Pink Panther, and Feast of Seven Fishes. His career combines Hollywood-level production expertise with deep Appalachian storytelling roots.
Meghan Smith, Manager, Business Development at WV Economic Development
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I believe there’s no better place to build and grow a business than West Virginia. Many companies, whether they are starting or expanding their operations, are already benefiting from the opportunities found in West Virginia. Global leaders such as Bombardier, Toyota, NGK Spark Plugs, Procter & Gamble, and Northrop Grumman chose West Virginia to expand their operations. West Virginia’s pro-business climate gives your business the advantage and opportunity needed for success.
You can join the ranks of other great companies who call West Virginia home. Discover the advantages today! Contact me at Meghan.E.Smith@wv.gov
MODERATOR – Jamie Cope – Executive Director of Innovation