Seattle, WA for #filmmaking Seattle is quickly becoming a “go-to” city for small-budget moviemakers, with such recently acclaimed indies as Your Sister’s Sister, Safety Not Guaranteed, and Eden taking advantage of all the tax incentive goodies the city (and state) has to offer. “Shooting in Seattle was fantastic,” remarks Rufus Williams, director of Butterfly Dreaming. “The city is a standout for its moody, light-varied looks. But, more than that, the people here are enthusiastic and helpful; I was struck by the tight-knit film community, something that is a real blessing for an independent filmmaker. We benefited immeasurably from the film office’s help in finding great local crews and locations.” The vibrant Seattle film industry supports over 5,000 jobs, 700 freelancers and contributes $471 million to the city’s economy. And the city makes the filming process as easy as possible for moviemakers. The dedicated Film Office is a one-stop shop for all logistical production needs, and provides permits for use of all city-owned property—for just $25 per project (of up to 14 days) for low-budget film productions. Seattle also offers a number of financial incentives, including a 30 percent cash back film incentive for productions that shoot in the city, as well as sales tax exemptions on rental equipment, vehicles used in production, and 30 consecutive days of lodging. Much like its independent music scene, #Seattle is renowned as a hip indie moviemaking hub, with a strong sense of community and collaboration. Film is serious business in Seattle, and a moviemaker would be hard-pressed to find a more welcoming, creatively inspiring environment to film his or her latest production. “The Seattle filmmaking community is a nurturing, inclusive and vibrant one, filled with folks who have a genuine passion for making movies,” says writer-director Lynn Shelton (the upcoming Touchy Feely; My Sister’s Sister; Humpday) of shooting in her hometown. “Whether it’s a local director or an out-of-town company, our local crews bring so much talent, good spirit and artistry to everything shot here. Seattle filmmakers will undoubtedly continue to deliver excellent homegrown films, building on the reputation of quality that’s been building for the past decade.” Also, MovieMaker first appeared on the streets of Seattle back in 1993. The Emerald City must be doing something right.
Posted on: Tue, 10 Sep 2013 04:09:03 +0000
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