We are growing a film industry
on America’s richest soil.
Film Delta combines the economics of the production industry and the magic of good storytelling to create a better future for the Delta and its people.
Our process
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Film Delta produces feature films and episodic content set in the Delta for worldwide audiences.
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On each production, Film Delta trains local Delta residents to begin new careers in the film industry through our non-profit workforce development partner, Griot Arts.
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Film Delta leverages its productions and trained crews to develop the ecosystem of economic assets necessary for a local production industry to thrive.
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Film Delta captivates audiences with authentic stories that showcase the compelling culture and landscapes of the Delta region, in all of its variety.
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By engaging audiences and film professionals with our productions, Film Delta seeks to increase the cultural and financial capital of the region, sparking new awareness, interest and investment throughout the Delta.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Film Delta trains local Delta residents to begin new careers in the film industry with our workforce development partner, Griot Arts.
Students
Start a career in a well paying industry.
Filmmakers
Get paid to make a difference in the Delta.
Funders
Make an impact with consistent returns.
Economic Goals
The U.S. film industry, which employs over 900K people and supports 2.5 million jobs across 122,000 job types, has been a powerful driver of economic renewal in communities across the United States.
Film Delta seeks to replicate this in the Delta, using film production to drive economic renewal. Read more about our vision for success.
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Film four major projects, equaling about 100 days of production, per year.
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Finance about $4M of productions annually, capturing 50% of this investment in local economies.
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Establish an ecosystem of 3 companies to support Delta productions.
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Employ 30 Delta Residents. Support 750 jobs directly and indirectly.
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Train 100 film professionals, bolstering the crew base throughout the region.
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Attract producers who film in Georgia, Louisiana and Alabama to film in the Mississippi & Arkansas Delta.
Film Delta is the result of multiple organizations linking arms with a shared mission of empowering Delta residents to enrich the world with better stories.
Collaboration is key.
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