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Las Vegas-filmed ‘Anora’ puts spotlight on growth of Nevada movie industry, job opportunities
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – The Oscars’ Best Picture winner Anora proudly features a “Nevada Film Office” logo in the credits, showcasing the interest and growth in moviemaking across the Las Vegas Valley — and how exactly movie studios hire a range of local businesses and workers to make productions happen.
The Nevada Film Office assists movie studios with acquiring the proper permits for production and helps connect filmmakers with local resources. Kim Spurgeon explains why each movie filmed in Nevada leads to an economic boost for many unrelated industries– whether they are major blockbusters, or even small productions like Anora.
“There’s so much that goes into making a film of any size, but all of them are going to need those crew members that are going to earn wages. Rentals: that money goes to the local businesses. They will eat at local restaurants; they’ll buy things from local stores. All of this impacts the economy when productions choose Nevada,” Spurgeon said.
Spurgeon referred FOX5 to a list of vendors and services utilized by any film, compiled by the Oklahoma Film and Music Office. Movie crews already hire a diverse range of production workers, writers, actors and set crews. Film crews rely on crucial local businesses like car rentals, apartment and home rentals, medical services from chiropractors to doctors, facilities maintenance from janitorial services to electricians, to office staff such as attorneys and accountants.
Despite the growing interest from film studios, according to UNLV Assistant Professor Andi Isaacs, the filming potential for the Las Vegas Valley and all of Nevada remains underutilized — as long as Nevada has limited tax credits for film productions.
“We have the mountains, we have snow, we have desert. There’s no question, it would be desirable to shoot here — if there was a tax incentive,” Isaacs said.
The former executive vice president for Summit Entertainment explains how she and other film executives opt for locations with tax credits — but the economic benefits for the location and local workforce are manyfold.
“Atlanta, New York — they all have 95% local crew,” Isaacs said, noting thousands of crew members needed for major productions.
Last week, hundreds of workers across trades unions and entertainment industries testified at an Assembly Revenue committee in support of Assembly Bill 238, now proposing a $120 million tax credit package over 15 years for productions at Summerlin Studios.
Other groups voiced concern over the budget impact, whether the state could afford tax credits amid looming federal cuts, and if the tax credits would take funding away from budget priorities like social services and education. The testimony for support and opposition can be seen, here: Support and Opposition for Assembly Bill 238.
A separate Senate Bill 220 supports the Manhattan Beach Studios and Birtcher Development movie campus project at the UNLV Harry Reid Research & Technology Park in the Southwest Valley.
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RENO, Nev. (KOLO) – The Wolf Pack are headed on a road trip! A whole group of Nevada coaches, student athletes and staff are hitting the road across Northern Nevada to spread the brand of Wolf Pack athletics.
The trip will span over three days and over a thousand miles across the region, giving them the chance to connect with fans, alumni, and all the communities across Northern Nevada.
“It’s a really fun opportunity to get out in a lot of communities in Northern Nevada that often times come to Reno to support the Wolf Pack,” said head football coach Jeff Choate. “It’s an opportunity for us to get our brand out locally and just interact with some great people.”
The Coaches Caravan kicked off their journey Monday morning in Carson City, gathering at the Nevada State Capitol, greeted by a group of Wolf Pack faithful who were beyond excited to have the opportunity for interaction.
“So much about what college athletics is are bringing communities together. There’s nothing that brings a community together like sports,” said athletic director Stephanie Rempe. “It lets them get to know our coaches and athletes and the things that they’re trying to do to represent the university and the state of Nevada. Getting to know them and meet them makes you care that much more and makes them want to come support and cheer on the Pack!”
The Coaches Caravan continues through Northern Nevada until their final stop on Wednesday afternoon, meeting with thirteen communities around the region in total.
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The Las Vegas Raiders have orchestrated many groundbreaking moves this offseason, but none as important as the impact they made at a fundraising event.
Over the weekend, the Raiders hosted the Silver & Black Gala, raising $2.5 million for mental health in Nevada. Sunday marked the third time the organization had hosted the event, which has produced a tremendous turnout.
Several individuals spoke during the event, including Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis and president Sandra Douglass Morgan, who each highlighted the importance of acknowledging mental health.
Davis’ Thoughts
- “We’re here to raise money for mental health, which is one of the most important things we can all deal with,” Davis said. “Every one of us is impacted by mental health and our families, friends, or anywhere else, we are all directly affected. That’s why it’s so critical to raise money for our community. We’re grateful for you all, and appreciate you being here.”
Morgan’s Thoughts
“Mental health remains one of the most urgent issues across Nevada,” Morgan said. “Through the Silver & Black Gala, the Raiders Foundation is helping expand access to trusted, community-based resources that meet people where they are. This year’s recipients reflect the depth and complexity of that work, supporting our community in schools, clubhouses, homes, shelters, and family systems statewide.”
The Raiders also honored former player Carl Nassib and NFL broadcaster Jay Glazer on Sunday night as the winners of the Commitment to Excellence award. Here is what each of them had to say.
Glazer’s Thoughts
- “First, this is incredible what the Raiders are doing,” Glazer said. “God blessed me with the ability to communicate, so I’m going to use that to try and help other people. When we’re willing to share our scars, we turn them into strength—into something that connects us as teammates with nothing to hide. That’s what builds a true team, a championship team. I’m proud to stand with you and be part of this team tonight.”
Nassib’s Thoughts
- “It is truly a privilege to be up here,” Nassib said. “We’re creating space for people to be vulnerable—and that work is truly lifesaving. It’s not about being perfect, it’s about showing up and reminding people they’re not alone.”
Overall Thoughts
This has been a tremendous event over the last few years, and the Raiders’ organization has done a great job of raising awareness for mental health. This will be an event that the team will continue to host in the future.
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