Georgia Film Industry Faces Production Declines
The state saw a recent loss in industry jobs as annual production revenue fell to $2 billion.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Remote Work
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Georgia experienced a 9 percent decline in film industry jobs between 2024 and 2025, resulting in the loss of 1,370 positions. During the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, total film production revenue in the state dropped to $2 billion.
Why it matters
The contraction reflects broader volatility in the entertainment sector, as active project counts fluctuated throughout 2026.
Georgia film production revenue reached $2 billion for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The state recorded 13 active productions in July 2026, 23 in August 2026, and 22 as of October 2026.
The players
Annie Davis
She is a film location coordinator who holds a degree in Motion Picture History, Theory and Criticism from Wright State University.
Turner Classic Movies
This is a television network that focuses on the screening of classic films and employs various media professionals.
The details
Location coordinator Annie Davis, who transitioned to the role after working at Turner Classic Movies and the Library of Congress, manages logistics and budgets for major productions including Superman and Spider-Man: No Way Home. Her shift highlights the specialized administrative work required to sustain projects within the state's fluctuating production environment.
Timeline
In 2022, Annie Davis took maternity leave during a peak production year.
From 2024 to 2025, Georgia lost 9 percent of its film industry jobs.
Between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026, film revenue totaled $2 billion.
In July 2026, there were 13 active film productions in Georgia.
In August 2026, active film productions rose to 23.
Market Landscape
The job losses in Georgia follow a regional trend observed in California, which reported a 10.4 percent decline in film industry employment during the same period. This indicates a competitive environment where production hubs are struggling to maintain baseline workforce levels.
The volatility in the local film industry impacts the job security of thousands of residents working in production and administrative support roles. Shoppers and local businesses may also see fluctuations in demand as the number of active projects changes month-to-month.
The takeaway
Workers in the film industry are increasingly managing logistics and contracts to navigate a more unpredictable production landscape. Maintaining professional networks remains a critical strategy for professionals seeking to adapt to shifting project availability.
Further reading
For more on industry employment shifts, see Remote Work.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Rough Draft Atlanta.
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