Supporters & Endorsements

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The San Diego County Film Initiative has quickly gained support from a growing coalition of community leaders, industry professionals, labor organizations, local businesses, and public officials. Their voices reflect a shared belief that this initiative is not only timely—but necessary.

• IATSE Local 122 – Representing film, television, and live event technicians across the region

• San Diego Entertainment Union Coalition (SDEUC) – Uniting multiple creative labor locals in support of local economic growth

• Film & Stage Professionals – Directors, producers, crew members, and creative freelancers who want to stay and work in San Diego

• San Diego Film Commission Foundation (SDFCF) – Advocating for long-term investment in local film infrastructure and workforce development

• Independent production companies invested in San Diego as a home base

• Hospitality partners (hotels, catering services, transport providers) who benefit directly from increased production traffic

• Community arts organizations that recognize the cultural and creative value of a thriving film sector

• City council members and county supervisors who have publicly expressed interest in a unified countywide strategy

• Economic development agencies promoting innovation and job creation in the creative economy

• Educators and training programs ready to feed talent into the growing workforce pipeline

"This initiative brings together the vision, infrastructure, and local talent needed to make San Diego a national leader in film and television production."
— Greg Sowizdrzal, President IATSE Local 122

"I think the SDC Film Initiative truly has the potential to not only drive more production to San Diego, but to simplify production for San Diego industry professionals by streamlining the process and becoming a one-stop-shop." 

- Jordan Jacobo - Jordan Loves Digital Series

"In 2005, the film & TV industry was estimated to bring $105M of economic impact to San Diego County. Now, 20 years later, the SDC Film Initiative is a very important first step towards returning San Diego County to be a true player in the Entertainment industry once again." 

- Aaron Roberts - Chula Vista Entertainment Complex 

We’re proud to stand alongside our partners in building something lasting. And we invite others to join us—because a stronger film economy is a stronger San Diego.

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