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Uniting Film, Video, Audio Production and New Media

The Virginia Production Alliance (VPA), headquartered in Richmond, was formed to promote production in the Commonwealth. We unite the Virginia creative community — professionals involved in film, video, audio and new media — and provide valuable educational, social, and networking opportunities that help grow the industry.

Special guest speaker for this month’s General Meeting on Tuesday, May 28th is Virginia Film Office Director, Andy Edmunds!  Andy will be discussing upcoming projects for the region so come with questions prepared!  The meeting will be held at ArtWorks (320 Hull Street, Richmond, VA 23224) in the Center Gallery; light refreshments and drinks 6:00-6:30, meeting 6:30-6:45 and Andy’s presentation and Q&A 6:45-8:00.   Free for VPA members, $5 for non-members.

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The Annual General Meeting of the VPA took place at ArtWorks in Richmond on Tuesday, March 19th, 2013.  Kahil  Dotay welcomed the attendees.  Following introductions and short remarks, Kahil presented Outstanding Service certificates to the following VPA supporters:
Mary Nelson - Film Office Liaison
Erica Arvold - Charlottesville Chapter Chair
Brian Kirwin - Hampton Roads Chapter Chair 
Bill Funk - Staunton Chapter Chapter Chair 
Alfred Shapiro - Treasurer
Terry Stroud - Legislative Affairs
Hilary Montgomery - Secretary 
Anne Chapman - Events Chair
Spec Campen
Steve Hurwitz
He also presented the following awards:
Liz Marks Spirit Award - Nick Ventura 
President's Awards - Erica Arvold 
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The election of the 2013-2014 VPA Board and Officers was next on the agenda with the following results:
Bill Armstrong - Member at Large
Tiffany Armstrong - Member at Large
Erica Arvold - Member at Large
Spec Campen - Member at Large
Anne Chapman - President
Peggy Crowder - Secretary
Kahil Dotay - Immediate Past President
Tim Dowdle - Member at Large
Andrea Gaines - Member at Large
Virginia Haiderer - Treasurer
Mark Joy - Member at Large
Brian Kirwin - Member at Large
Natalie Hall - Member at Large
Richard Keel - Member at Large
Sarah Kiminski - Member at Large
John Moon - Member at Large
Hilary Montgomery - Member at Large
Chuck Paris - Member at Large
Jason Shifflet - Member at Large
Terry Stroud - Legislative Affairs
Amy Quick - Member at Large
Nick Ventura - Member at Large
Heather Waters - Member at Large
Irene Ziegler - Member at Large
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Anne Chapman was introduced as the new President.  Anne thanked Kahil for his service and presented him with an engraved gavel to commemorate his 2 terms (2011-2013) as President of the VPA.  Each of the new board members and officers were introduced and asked to stand.  Anne then discussed the items the new board would be working on including fund-raising and budget concerns, redoing the VPA website, updating the VPA bylaws and upcoming and annual events.  Mary Nelson, Deputy Director of the Virginia Film Office, was recognized for her continued support of the VPA.  She will continue to serve as the Film Office Liason to the VPA for 2013-2014. Terry Stroud and Virginia Bertholet spoke about the importance of incentives to bring film, TV and commercial work to Virginia. Anne also introduced our newly hired Administrative Coordinator Shannon Cain.  The formal meeting was adjourned,  socializing and networking continued for quite some time. 
 

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Economic Impact Of Film and Television Industry on Virginia: Just The Facts… 


Want to be armed with the facts of how the state’s incentive program for film production benefited us?

 We are looking at:

-$394 million:  The 2011 total economic impact of the film and television industry in Virginia.

-$14.3 percent:  The increase in economic impact from 2012.

-3, 817 jobs were attributed to the film industry in 2011, up from 2,651 in 2010.

-$64 million – total economic impact of Lincoln.

The industry seems to be emerging for a long economic downturn. Part of this growth is a result of the economy as a whole, but a greater part is due to the financial incentives for film created by Governor McDonnell and the Virginia General Assembly.

Kudos goes to everyone who is part of the Virginia Production Alliance, the voice of Virginia’s production community.  The tireless work done by the Alliance was the driving force behind the education of our lawmakers and the passage of legislation in support of our industry. Congratulations! 

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MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!

 

The VPA is the industry group with a known track record and the credibility of working with the General Assembly.  Industry members with a vested interest, be it individual or corporate, needs to be on board with our efforts.  When the General Assembly convenes it is the VPA who will protect the budgetary incentive funds.  

To identify your Legislator simply click on the link below and fill in the required information. 

 http://conview.state.va.us/whosmy.nsf/VGAMain?openform

 

Pick up the phone…  And make your voice heard!

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WHY JOIN THE VIRGINIA PRODUCTION ALLIANCE?

Membership in the VPA shows our legislators that Virginia has a robust and prolific film and video community, and that we represent a forceful voice when it comes to matters involving film incentives and economic development. It shows film and video production companies that Virginia has a deep and diverse pool of talent and crew available for their next project, giving them every reason to bring their next production to the Commonwealth. Lastly, membership shows that the film and video community is a collaborative group of professionals who stand ready to share information and resources, and support their fellow colleagues in their creative endeavors.
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Why do we need film incentives? Read on for the answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding what film incentives mean to Virginia filmmakers. . .
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