ARIZONA PRODUCTION UPDATE Arizona Film Coalition Gets Local This month, the Arizona Film Coalition was pleased to have a table at the 2026 League of Arizona Cities and Towns Annual Conference, an important opportunity to talk about Arizona’s film industry with the local leaders who see its impact firsthand. Coalition members had the chance to connect with city representatives, council members, county supervisors and other local officials from communities across the state. The

INSIDE THE AZ LEGISLATURE Sine Die-ing to Campaign Once the Arizona Legislature adjourns sine die (to adjourn with no date to return), lawmakers usually spend the summer filled with stakeholder meetings, district events, and preparation for the following legislative session. In an election year, however, campaign season begins almost immediately. Arizona’s primary election was July 21, followed by the general election on November 3. That can be especially challenging for lawm

ARIZONA PRODUCTION UPDATE The Arizona Film Coalition is thrilled to welcome Monica Lopez to our Board of Directors. She also serves as Secretary. For years Monica has been supporting the AFC as the manager of our social media. Monica brings extraordinary experience and skills to the Board. As many of you know, Monica is Senior Production Manager at Film Tucson, the Southern Arizona film commissioner. She supports film and media productions across Southern Arizona and along th