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Gov. Cooper Signs Executive Order To Expand NC Film Industry

PRE News & Ideas | By Jared Brumbaugh
Published October 23, 2019 at 4:00 PM EDT
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On Tuesday, Governor Roy Cooper signed Executive Order 111, establishing the Advisory Council on Film, Television, and Digital Streaming. The 15-member Council will meet at least three times annually to advise the Governor on strategies to attract film productions to North Carolina. The Council will also recommend ways to grow and develop the state's film industry. A news release from the Governor's office states that film job opportunities are up in 2019. Production spending has increased this year and currently stands at $165 million.

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Jared Brumbaugh
Jared Brumbaugh is the Assistant General Manager for Public Radio East. An Eastern North Carolina native, Jared began his professional public radio career at Public Radio East while he was a student at Craven Community College earning his degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. During his 15+ years at Public Radio East, he has served as an award-winning journalist, producer, and on-air host. When not at the station, Jared enjoys hiking, traveling, and honing his culinary skills.
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