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The Seattle Film Commission advises and makes recommendations to The City of Seattle on the development of policies and programs that enhance the economic development of Seattle’s film industry.

08/20/2026

Join us next Thursday, August 27, from 6:00–8:00 PM at Coleman Commons Colman Commons for our next Inside Scoop: a live panel discussion moderated by Film Commissioner LexScope . We’ll be diving into what it actually means to navigate the business side of Seattle’s rapidly changing creative and production scene.

Our panelists:
Tadashi Garvida — Music Video Director & VFX Artist
XANNA| SEATTLE MEDIA — Emmy Award-Winning Photojournalist & Videographer
Chase Fade — Video Content Specialist

Come early for networking and light food at 6:00 PM, followed by the panel discussion and an audience Q&A. Whether you’re a new filmmaker or an active creative, we’re breaking down everything from pricing and rates, to the vertical takeover, AI workflows, and building a sustainable career.

07/30/2026

This week the Seattle Film Commission sent a letter to Space Needle LLC, expressing its disappointment in the closure of the Boeing IMAX and encouragement to pursue feature film screenings in the future.

06/23/2026

Today Mayor Katie B. Wilson visited our commission to discuss priorities including the commercial film attraction and retention initiative, the recent string of burglaries targeting production companies, and our overall mission to make Seattle an equitable and prosperous place for filmmaking. Thank you Mayor Wilson, we look forward to working with you!

05/23/2026

🎙️ SEATTLE, THIS ONE IS FOR THE STORYTELLERS.
We’re spotlighting David from Seattle Connected in a lightning round conversation about storytelling, culture, and why podcasting is the wave of today.
🎬 Join us June 3rd for Inside Scoop with KD Hall, an intimate Seattle Film Commission conversation experience featuring the short film Sarah and conversations with the creatives behind the work.
This is more than a panel.
This is community.
This is Seattle storytelling.
✨ Featuring:
Jaebadiah
Atuanya
Wynter

David | Seattle Connected
SeattleCreatives

05/22/2026

🎬 INSIDE SCOOP 🎬
A Conversation with the Minds Behind SARAH

Join Seattle Film Commissioner #5 KD Hall for an evening spotlighting local filmmakers, creatives, production teams, media voices, and community builders shaping the future of storytelling in Seattle.

Featuring an inclusive screening of the short film SARAH followed by conversations centered on creativity, collaboration, representation, and the power of independent film.

✨ Featured Spotlight Film:
SARAH

🎤 Featuring:
Jaebadiah
Atuanya
Wynter

🎙 Additional Featured Conversations:
David | Seattle Connected

This evening is designed to create space for inspiration, meaningful conversation, and authentic collaboration within Seattle’s creative community.

📍 MILI Agency | Seattle, WA
🗓 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Hosted & Produced By:
KD Hall
Seattle Film Commissioner #5

🎟 Register FREE at the link in bio:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inside-scoop-a-conversation-with-the-minds-behind-sarah-tickets-1990053835593

IndependentFilm
SeattleCreatives
WomenInFilm
BlackFilmmakers
FilmCommunity
SeattleEvents

05/15/2026

Commissioners and sharing insight into the priorities of the Seattle Film Commission and its work advising and guiding the and to best support the creative economy through the inclusive growth of Seattles film industry. Check it out at

05/10/2026

This week Mayor Katie B. Wilson awarded Seattle Film Commissioner Tom Florino the 2026 Mayor’s Film Industry Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film, which celebrates those who have significantly contributed to Seattle’s film industry, during the opening night celebration for the Seattle International Film Festival.

As a member of the Seattle Film Commission, Florino actively works to shape the strategy and advance initiatives designed to grow the industry, including the Seattle Commercial Film Production Initiative. For his leadership and impact across Seattle’s film and commercial production industries, Tom Florino of Amazon received the Mayor’s Film Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film – Industry Award. At Amazon, Florino ensures the company is contributing at the highest level of the Washington State Film Incentive Program through Washington Filmworks, strengthening the financial foundation of production and expanding opportunities for local crews and businesses.

“The Puget Sound region has been Amazon’s home for more than 30 years, and we’re proud to be part of the creative community that makes this region so vibrant,” said Tom Florino. We’re also proud to support Washington Filmworks, the Seattle Film Commission, and the continued growth of film, TV, and commercial production here. Creators are entrepreneurs and innovators as much as they are artists, and we believe a thriving local economy that welcomes investment strengthens the community we all share.”

Read more at bottom line.seattle.gov

Congratulations, Tom!

05/07/2026

With Seattle’s Commercial Film Production Initiative, the film office has launched a marketing and outreach campaign with a plan to position the city as a premier place for commercial filming for both local and out-of-state productions. The goal: bring more commercial production to Seattle and keep more of it here.

Read more about the initiative and hear from Seattle Film Commission vice chair Michael Huang at

04/17/2026

We hope you are safe and not impacted by the string of recent film production business robberies. Seattle Office of Economic Development Director Beto Yarce sent this to film production business owners today. Be vigilant and safe!

Film production companies:

We are aware of several recent burglaries at film production businesses. The Seattle Police Department is conducting an active and ongoing investigation.

The Mayor’s Office, Seattle Police Department, and Office of Economic Development are tracking this issue. SPD has an active an ongoing investigation into these crimes.

Crime prevention is most successful when it’s in partnership with the City, and we encourage you to consider preventative measures to help prevent crime and vandalism. You may be eligible for reimbursements for increased security measures through the Back to Business Program Storefront Security Fund after you complete a security assessment with an SPD Crime Prevention Coordinator.

If your film business or organization has recently been the victim of a crime, please:
1 - File a Police Report at https://spdonlinereporting.seattle.gov/
2 - Contact the Seattle Police Department non-emergency line at 206-625-5011

If you have any questions, please contact Office of Economic Development Film Program Manager Chris Swenson at [email protected] or 206-637-4414.

Beto Yarce, Acting Director
Seattle Office of Economic Development

12/04/2025

Each year the and meet to discuss priorities for supporting the growth of Seattle’s film and music industries. This year we were joined by Seattle City Council President , who authored legislation which created the Seattle Film Commission. Looking forward to great film and music things in 2026!

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