The quaint City of Kaufman, Texas, has officially been stamped as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community, Texan Governor Greg Abbott announced. In the details provided by the Office of the Texas Governor, Abbott extolled the multi-step training and certification process Kaufman undertook to join a network of over 200 communities primed for media production. Abbott praised Kaufman's achievements, saying, "Congratulations to Kaufman on joining more than 200 Film Friendly Texas Certified Communities." He added, "Through ongoing Film Friendly Texas training, communities are prepared to support media production, spurring on-site spending at local businesses and creating good-paying jobs for Texans."
The designation is a concerted effort by the Texas Film Commission within the Governor’s Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office to proudly market the diverse appeal of the state. Kaufman's certification represents not only a recognition of its character but also seeks to briskly attract new investments, infusing the local economy with media related activity. Senator Bob Hall spoke about Kaufman's "vibrant character, rich history, and welcoming spirit," qualities that he believes make the city an "ideal backdrop for creative projects". Echoing Hall's sentiments, Representative Keith Bell added that the designation opens "doors to good-paying jobs from skilled trades to creative careers," as stated by the Office of the Texas Governor.
Airtime was also given to Kaufman City Manager, Mike Holder, who seemed thrilled about the newfound opportunities that come with the Film Friendly designation. Holder stated, "This designation not only showcases Kaufman's unique charm and scenic locations, but it also opens doors to economic opportunities that benefit our local businesses and residents," according to the Office of the Texas Governor. The Texas Film Commission offers ongoing training and guidance to certified communities, ensuring they meet industry standards and are ready to host a variety of media productions efficiently.
The Film Friendly Texas program has been supporting the film and media industries for over 50 years, showing how popular Texas is for productions. It also helps create local jobs and grow the economy. Anyone interested in what these communities offer or looking for film industry jobs can visit the Texas Film Commission’s website. With Texas' support and Kaufman's welcoming spirit, filmmakers are encouraged to choose this newly recognized community for their next project, as per the Office of the Texas Governor.
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