Sector Overview
California is renowned for its long and storied history in film and television production as the home of Hollywood and many of the world’s largest studios.4 Major music and sound recording companies, publishers, design schools, and performing arts venues are found throughout the state, reflecting California’s prominent role in the creative industries.
In 2023, California was home to approximately 220K creative economy jobs, one in every four in the U.S.5
A wide range of tools and resources provided by the California Film Commission, including the Film and TV Tax Credit Program, supports continued growth and innovation in the sector, helping ensure California remains a global leader in the creative economy.
Creative Economy Subsector
Film, TV, & the Arts
References
1. California’s Creative Economy, Key Highlights from 2023, Otis College of Art and Design (June 2024)
2. Governor Newsom proposes historic expansion of film & Tv tax credit program, Office of Governor Gavin Newsom (October 2024)
3. Department of Finance: Tax Expenditure Report 2023-24
4. Top 24 California-Based Film Production Companies, inven
5. California’s Creative Economy, Key Highlights from 2023, Otis College of Art and Design (June 2024)
