The heart of the entertainment industry is at a crossroads. With productions increasingly moving out of Los Angeles and overseas, local film and TV workers, small businesses, and the city’s
In a landmark move, TikTok officially ceased operations in the United States on January 19, 2025. This shutdown follows a unanimous decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold the
The Association of Independent Commercial Producers (AICP) has issued a rallying call to the advertising and production industries, urging support for Los Angeles as a critical center for commercial production.
As the calendar flips to 2025, FilmLA’s annual report paints a nuanced picture of the entertainment industry’s recovery and resilience in Greater L.A. The numbers reflect a region grappling with
I like to wake up and start my day with black coffee. My brand – Counter Culture. It’s pricey, but it’s my one little treat in the morning. I grind
The American Advertising Federation (AAF), often referred to as “The Unifying Voice for Advertising,” has revealed the inductees for its prestigious 2025 Advertising Hall of Fame. Eight exceptional leaders from
The Greater Los Angeles film industry has faced another challenging period, marking its second slowest production summer on record, according to FilmLA’s latest report. The total filming activity in the
LIXIL has appointed Hanson Dodge (HD) as its integrated strategic media agency partner for the Americas following a competitive review. This partnership will task HD with overseeing all media activities
A friend recently told me she was guest-starring on Ruthless, a BET+ show I’d never heard of. When I found out it was a Tyler Perry production, I immediately understood
For national auto body repair service provider CARSTAR, thinking about collision repair is just the tip of the iceberg in their latest tongue-in-cheek campaign, “Titanic.” In collaboration with Charlotte-based agency
Luke, move over. You got a new daddy. And a new mama! Skywalkers: A Love Story, directed by Jeff Zimbalist and Maria Bukhonina, is a breathtaking documentary that masterfully blends
Andrew Robinson, currently Executive Chairman of TMA (The Marketing Arm) announced he will retire at the end of July. Robinson has served in this role since January 2023. Before that,
The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) has announced a tentative agreement with Hollywood’s top studios and streamers, covering 13 West Coast Locals. This new contract, which still needs
The advertising, public relations, and related services sector in the U.S. experienced a significant drop in employment in May, losing 2,200 jobs. This is the most substantial monthly decline since
The 27th Annual Dances With Films: LA has announced its film lineup for this year’s festival, running from June 20 to June 30, marking its most extensive program to date.
The Art Directors Guild (ADG) has made the difficult decision to suspend its Production Design Initiative (PDI) program, a training and job placement initiative aimed at aspiring professionals in the
The much-hyped The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live debuts on AMC on today, Feb.25, heralding the return of two of the series’ most beloved characters. While this news should
The 11th annual Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild (MUAHS + IATSE Local 706) awards ceremony at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on Sunday night celebrated the excellence in make-up and
As 2023 came to a close, employment in the advertising, public relations, and related services sectors in the United States reached an all-time high, adding 1,900 jobs in December. The
The lives of actresses Stephanie Courtney and Milana Vayntrub, known for portraying iconic brand characters Flo (Progressive) and Lily (AT&T), respectively, shed light on the complexities of fame, public perception,
