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[Learn more](/advocacy/) about our key issues and work to support a thriving entertainment ecosystem that benefits both creators and consumers.
###### [Defending Creators](https://www.motionpictures.org/advocacy/defending-creators/)
###### [Driving Local Economies](https://www.motionpictures.org/advocacy/driving-local-economies/)
###### [Advancing Inclusion, Community, & Belonging](https://www.motionpictures.org/advocacy/advancing-inclusion-community-belonging/)
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Driving Local Economies
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The film and television industry supports 2.74 million jobs in all 50 states. The stories of the industry are enjoyed by audiences around the world and pays out $33 billion per year to more than 240,000 businesses in cities and small towns across the country.
[View Our Interactive Map](https://www.motionpictures.org/advocacy/driving-local-economies/#map)
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#### [California Captures Millions in Economic Activity from Production of 'Nope'](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/california-captures-millions-in-economic-activity-from-production-of-nope/)
August 31, 2022
Prior to hitting the big screen, Jordan Peele’s 'Nope' generated 1,550 local jobs and tens of millions of dollars for the state’s economy, according to data from NBCUniversal’s Universal Filmed Entertainment Group (UFEG).
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/california-captures-millions-in-economic-activity-from-production-of-nope/)
#### [2025 MPA Awards to Honor “Wicked” Director, Key U.S. Lawmakers, and IPR Center](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/2025-mpa-awards-to-honor-wicked-director-key-u-s-lawmakers-and-ipr-center/)
February 20, 2025
MPA Recognizes Jon M. Chu with Creator Award, Sens. Thune and Coons and Rep. Issa with Industry Champion Awards, and IPR Center with Creative Protector Award
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/2025-mpa-awards-to-honor-wicked-director-key-u-s-lawmakers-and-ipr-center/)
#### [Motion Picture Association Returns to SXSW with Robust Program of Panels on Film, TV Industry](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-returns-to-sxsw-with-robust-program-of-panels-on-film-tv-industry/)
February 20, 2025
MPA to Highlight the State of the Industry, Fighting Digital Piracy, and Production in Texas
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-returns-to-sxsw-with-robust-program-of-panels-on-film-tv-industry/)
#### [Motion Picture Association Adds Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios as Newest Member](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-adds-prime-video-amazon-mgm-studios-as-newest-member/)
September 19, 2024
MPA Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin Brings on Association’s Second New Member During Seven-Year Tenure
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-adds-prime-video-amazon-mgm-studios-as-newest-member/)
#### [2024 MPA Awards Go Global, Recognizing Spain’s Vibrant Film and TV Industry](https://www.motionpictures.org/events/awards/)
June 28, 2024
The 2024 MPA Awards, hosted in Madrid, recognized and honored champions in the Spanish policy, creative, and law enforcement communities who have positively impacted the film, television, and streaming industry.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/events/awards/)
#### [The American Motion Picture and Television Industry: Creating Jobs, Trading Around the World](https://www.motionpictures.org/research-docs/the-american-motion-picture-and-television-industry-creating-jobs-trading-around-the-world-6/)
January 7, 2025
The American film and television industry supports 2.32 million jobs, pays out $229 billion in total wages, and comprises more than 122,000 businesses—according to an analysis of the most recent economic figures released by the Motion Picture Association.
[Read the Report](https://www.motionpictures.org/research-docs/the-american-motion-picture-and-television-industry-creating-jobs-trading-around-the-world-6/)
#### [Charles Rivkin “State of the Industry” Address at CinemaCon 2024](https://www.motionpictures.org/remarks/charles-rivkin-state-of-the-industry-address-at-cinemacon-2024/)
April 9, 2024
MPA Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin addressed the largest global gathering of theater owners in his "State of the Industry" Address, where he highlighted how the MPA protects consumers, combats piracy, and promotes the film and television industry.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/remarks/charles-rivkin-state-of-the-industry-address-at-cinemacon-2024/)
#### [MPA Renews Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin’s Contract for Third Term](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-renews-chairman-and-ceo-charles-rivkins-contract-for-third-term/)
January 17, 2024
Rivkin has transformed the Motion Picture Association since he became CEO and Chairman. We operate in almost 20 countries, ensuring our members can produce and distribute their content in every major market, and protecting that content by combatting digital piracy across global jurisdictions.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-renews-chairman-and-ceo-charles-rivkins-contract-for-third-term/)
#### [_The Color Purple_ Contributed Over $74.2 Million in Direct Spending While Filming in Georgia](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/the-color-purple-production-contributed-over-74-2-million-in-direct-spending-while-filming-throughout-georgia/)
December 20, 2023
Over 81 days of filming around Greater Atlanta and Savannah, the Warner Bros. Pictures production contributed over $74.2 million in direct spending to the local economy, including payments to the more than 2,500 local Georgian cast and crew hired for the production.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/the-color-purple-production-contributed-over-74-2-million-in-direct-spending-while-filming-throughout-georgia/)
#### [American Parents' Views on Movie Ratings](https://www.motionpictures.org/research-docs/american-parents-views-on-movie-ratings/)
April 25, 2023
American parents overwhelmingly believe the Motion Picture Association’s film ratings are accurate and that they help them make better movie choices for their families, according to a new report released by our Classification and Rating Administration, which administers the rating system.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/research-docs/american-parents-views-on-movie-ratings/)
#### [Pre-Holiday Anti-Piracy Public Service Announcements](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/national-intellectual-property-rights-coordination-center-launches-pre-holiday-anti-piracy-public-service-announcements/)
November 16, 2023
The MPA and the Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE) partnered with the National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center (IPR Center) to launch two new public service announcements, informing consumers about the many harms they face when viewing pirated movies and television shows.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/national-intellectual-property-rights-coordination-center-launches-pre-holiday-anti-piracy-public-service-announcements/)
#### [Statement on the California Film and Television Tax Credit Program Extension](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-statement-on-governor-newsom-signing-the-california-film-and-television-tax-credit-program-extension/)
July 10, 2023
Version 4.0 of the California Film and Television Tax Credit program — which Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law — will build on the program's success by creating new commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion and establishing a pilot program on production safety, among other provisions.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-statement-on-governor-newsom-signing-the-california-film-and-television-tax-credit-program-extension/)
#### [MPA Welcomes Republic of Korea President Yoon Suk-yeol to Global HQ](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-welcomes-republic-of-korea-president-yoon-suk-yeol-to-global-headquarters/)
April 27, 2023
The Motion Picture Association hosted Republic of Korea (ROK) President Yoon Suk-yeol at our global headquarters, marking the first time a Korean president has formally met with the American entertainment industry. The event brought together some of the most important and culturally influential content creators from the United States and the ROK.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-welcomes-republic-of-korea-president-yoon-suk-yeol-to-global-headquarters/)
#### [TPN Launches Upgraded Program and New TPN+ Platform to Advance Entertainment Content Security](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/tpn-launches-upgraded-program-and-new-tpn-platform-to-advance-entertainment-content-security/)
February 6, 2023
The Trusted Partner Network (TPN) — the leading global film and television content security initiative, which is fully owned by the MPA — is launching its enhanced program with a new membership model, application and cloud content security assessments, and the TPN+ platform.
With this expansion and the launch of the new TPN+ platform, TPN is bolstering its program to keep pace with rapid change and evolution throughout the media and entertainment industry.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/tpn-launches-upgraded-program-and-new-tpn-platform-to-advance-entertainment-content-security/)
#### [New York State Multicultural Creativity Summit](https://www.motionpictures.org/event/new-york-state-multicultural-creativity-summit-2022/)
October 25, 2022
The Motion Picture Association, in partnership with Empire State Development and the New York Latino Film Festival, hosted the 2022 New York State Multicultural Creativity Summit — providing a roadmap for diverse content creators to navigate the film and television industry.
[WATCH HERE](https://www.motionpictures.org/event/new-york-state-multicultural-creativity-summit-2022/)
#### [California Captures Millions in Economic Activity from Production of 'Nope'](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/california-captures-millions-in-economic-activity-from-production-of-nope/)
August 31, 2022
Prior to hitting the big screen, Jordan Peele’s 'Nope' generated 1,550 local jobs and tens of millions of dollars for the state’s economy, according to data from NBCUniversal’s Universal Filmed Entertainment Group (UFEG).
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/california-captures-millions-in-economic-activity-from-production-of-nope/)
#### [2025 MPA Awards to Honor “Wicked” Director, Key U.S. Lawmakers, and IPR Center](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/2025-mpa-awards-to-honor-wicked-director-key-u-s-lawmakers-and-ipr-center/)
February 20, 2025
MPA Recognizes Jon M. Chu with Creator Award, Sens. Thune and Coons and Rep. Issa with Industry Champion Awards, and IPR Center with Creative Protector Award
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/2025-mpa-awards-to-honor-wicked-director-key-u-s-lawmakers-and-ipr-center/)
#### [Motion Picture Association Returns to SXSW with Robust Program of Panels on Film, TV Industry](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-returns-to-sxsw-with-robust-program-of-panels-on-film-tv-industry/)
February 20, 2025
MPA to Highlight the State of the Industry, Fighting Digital Piracy, and Production in Texas
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-returns-to-sxsw-with-robust-program-of-panels-on-film-tv-industry/)
#### [Motion Picture Association Adds Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios as Newest Member](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-adds-prime-video-amazon-mgm-studios-as-newest-member/)
September 19, 2024
MPA Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin Brings on Association’s Second New Member During Seven-Year Tenure
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-adds-prime-video-amazon-mgm-studios-as-newest-member/)
#### [2024 MPA Awards Go Global, Recognizing Spain’s Vibrant Film and TV Industry](https://www.motionpictures.org/events/awards/)
June 28, 2024
The 2024 MPA Awards, hosted in Madrid, recognized and honored champions in the Spanish policy, creative, and law enforcement communities who have positively impacted the film, television, and streaming industry.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/events/awards/)
#### [The American Motion Picture and Television Industry: Creating Jobs, Trading Around the World](https://www.motionpictures.org/research-docs/the-american-motion-picture-and-television-industry-creating-jobs-trading-around-the-world-6/)
January 7, 2025
The American film and television industry supports 2.32 million jobs, pays out $229 billion in total wages, and comprises more than 122,000 businesses—according to an analysis of the most recent economic figures released by the Motion Picture Association.
[Read the Report](https://www.motionpictures.org/research-docs/the-american-motion-picture-and-television-industry-creating-jobs-trading-around-the-world-6/)
#### [Charles Rivkin “State of the Industry” Address at CinemaCon 2024](https://www.motionpictures.org/remarks/charles-rivkin-state-of-the-industry-address-at-cinemacon-2024/)
April 9, 2024
MPA Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin addressed the largest global gathering of theater owners in his "State of the Industry" Address, where he highlighted how the MPA protects consumers, combats piracy, and promotes the film and television industry.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/remarks/charles-rivkin-state-of-the-industry-address-at-cinemacon-2024/)
#### [MPA Renews Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin’s Contract for Third Term](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-renews-chairman-and-ceo-charles-rivkins-contract-for-third-term/)
January 17, 2024
Rivkin has transformed the Motion Picture Association since he became CEO and Chairman. We operate in almost 20 countries, ensuring our members can produce and distribute their content in every major market, and protecting that content by combatting digital piracy across global jurisdictions.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-renews-chairman-and-ceo-charles-rivkins-contract-for-third-term/)
#### [_The Color Purple_ Contributed Over $74.2 Million in Direct Spending While Filming in Georgia](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/the-color-purple-production-contributed-over-74-2-million-in-direct-spending-while-filming-throughout-georgia/)
December 20, 2023
Over 81 days of filming around Greater Atlanta and Savannah, the Warner Bros. Pictures production contributed over $74.2 million in direct spending to the local economy, including payments to the more than 2,500 local Georgian cast and crew hired for the production.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/the-color-purple-production-contributed-over-74-2-million-in-direct-spending-while-filming-throughout-georgia/)
#### [American Parents' Views on Movie Ratings](https://www.motionpictures.org/research-docs/american-parents-views-on-movie-ratings/)
April 25, 2023
American parents overwhelmingly believe the Motion Picture Association’s film ratings are accurate and that they help them make better movie choices for their families, according to a new report released by our Classification and Rating Administration, which administers the rating system.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/research-docs/american-parents-views-on-movie-ratings/)
#### [Pre-Holiday Anti-Piracy Public Service Announcements](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/national-intellectual-property-rights-coordination-center-launches-pre-holiday-anti-piracy-public-service-announcements/)
November 16, 2023
The MPA and the Alliance for Creativity and Entertainment (ACE) partnered with the National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center (IPR Center) to launch two new public service announcements, informing consumers about the many harms they face when viewing pirated movies and television shows.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/national-intellectual-property-rights-coordination-center-launches-pre-holiday-anti-piracy-public-service-announcements/)
#### [Statement on the California Film and Television Tax Credit Program Extension](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-statement-on-governor-newsom-signing-the-california-film-and-television-tax-credit-program-extension/)
July 10, 2023
Version 4.0 of the California Film and Television Tax Credit program — which Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law — will build on the program's success by creating new commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion and establishing a pilot program on production safety, among other provisions.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-statement-on-governor-newsom-signing-the-california-film-and-television-tax-credit-program-extension/)
#### [MPA Welcomes Republic of Korea President Yoon Suk-yeol to Global HQ](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-welcomes-republic-of-korea-president-yoon-suk-yeol-to-global-headquarters/)
April 27, 2023
The Motion Picture Association hosted Republic of Korea (ROK) President Yoon Suk-yeol at our global headquarters, marking the first time a Korean president has formally met with the American entertainment industry. The event brought together some of the most important and culturally influential content creators from the United States and the ROK.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/motion-picture-association-welcomes-republic-of-korea-president-yoon-suk-yeol-to-global-headquarters/)
#### [TPN Launches Upgraded Program and New TPN+ Platform to Advance Entertainment Content Security](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/tpn-launches-upgraded-program-and-new-tpn-platform-to-advance-entertainment-content-security/)
February 6, 2023
The Trusted Partner Network (TPN) — the leading global film and television content security initiative, which is fully owned by the MPA — is launching its enhanced program with a new membership model, application and cloud content security assessments, and the TPN+ platform.
With this expansion and the launch of the new TPN+ platform, TPN is bolstering its program to keep pace with rapid change and evolution throughout the media and entertainment industry.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/tpn-launches-upgraded-program-and-new-tpn-platform-to-advance-entertainment-content-security/)
#### [New York State Multicultural Creativity Summit](https://www.motionpictures.org/event/new-york-state-multicultural-creativity-summit-2022/)
October 25, 2022
The Motion Picture Association, in partnership with Empire State Development and the New York Latino Film Festival, hosted the 2022 New York State Multicultural Creativity Summit — providing a roadmap for diverse content creators to navigate the film and television industry.
[WATCH HERE](https://www.motionpictures.org/event/new-york-state-multicultural-creativity-summit-2022/)
#### [California Captures Millions in Economic Activity from Production of 'Nope'](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/california-captures-millions-in-economic-activity-from-production-of-nope/)
August 31, 2022
Prior to hitting the big screen, Jordan Peele’s 'Nope' generated 1,550 local jobs and tens of millions of dollars for the state’s economy, according to data from NBCUniversal’s Universal Filmed Entertainment Group (UFEG).
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/press/california-captures-millions-in-economic-activity-from-production-of-nope/)
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#### [Maximus Effort: “Gladiator II” Production Designer Arthur Max on Creating Colossal Constructions](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/11/maximus-effort-gladiator-ii-production-designer-arthur-maxs-on-creating-colossal-constructions/)
Oscar-nominated production designer Arthur Max built not one—but two—replicas of the Colosseum, where the numerous gladiatorial battles were staged.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/11/maximus-effort-gladiator-ii-production-designer-arthur-maxs-on-creating-colossal-constructions/)
#### [“Wicked” Director Jon M. Chu Takes us Behind the Curtain of His Gravity Defying Adaptation](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/12/wicked-director-jon-m-chu-on-harnessing-the-power-of-colossal-performances-superb-source-material/)
"That hat isn't a dunce cap for her...when she puts it on, it's an acceptance of who she is," says "Wicked" director Jon M. Chu about Cynthia Erivo's Elphaba.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/12/wicked-director-jon-m-chu-on-harnessing-the-power-of-colossal-performances-superb-source-material/)
#### [“Dune: Prophecy” Cinematographer Pierre Gill Captures the Many Moving Pieces of a Dangerous Game](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/12/dune-prophecy-cinematographer-pierre-gill-captures-the-many-moving-pieces-of-a-dangerous-game/)
A frequent collaborator with director Denis Villeneuve, award-winning cinematographer Pierre Gill respects the filmmaker’s legacy but also relishes being able to play in the same sandbox and create his own vision with "Dune: Prophecy."
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/12/dune-prophecy-cinematographer-pierre-gill-captures-the-many-moving-pieces-of-a-dangerous-game/)
#### [Maximus Effort: “Gladiator II” Production Designer Arthur Max on Creating Colossal Constructions](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/11/maximus-effort-gladiator-ii-production-designer-arthur-maxs-on-creating-colossal-constructions/)
Oscar-nominated production designer Arthur Max built not one—but two—replicas of the Colosseum, where the numerous gladiatorial battles were staged.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/11/maximus-effort-gladiator-ii-production-designer-arthur-maxs-on-creating-colossal-constructions/)
#### [“Wicked” Director Jon M. Chu Takes us Behind the Curtain of His Gravity Defying Adaptation](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/12/wicked-director-jon-m-chu-on-harnessing-the-power-of-colossal-performances-superb-source-material/)
"That hat isn't a dunce cap for her...when she puts it on, it's an acceptance of who she is," says "Wicked" director Jon M. Chu about Cynthia Erivo's Elphaba.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/12/wicked-director-jon-m-chu-on-harnessing-the-power-of-colossal-performances-superb-source-material/)
#### [“Dune: Prophecy” Cinematographer Pierre Gill Captures the Many Moving Pieces of a Dangerous Game](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/12/dune-prophecy-cinematographer-pierre-gill-captures-the-many-moving-pieces-of-a-dangerous-game/)
A frequent collaborator with director Denis Villeneuve, award-winning cinematographer Pierre Gill respects the filmmaker’s legacy but also relishes being able to play in the same sandbox and create his own vision with "Dune: Prophecy."
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/12/dune-prophecy-cinematographer-pierre-gill-captures-the-many-moving-pieces-of-a-dangerous-game/)
#### [Maximus Effort: “Gladiator II” Production Designer Arthur Max on Creating Colossal Constructions](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/11/maximus-effort-gladiator-ii-production-designer-arthur-maxs-on-creating-colossal-constructions/)
Oscar-nominated production designer Arthur Max built not one—but two—replicas of the Colosseum, where the numerous gladiatorial battles were staged.
[Read More](https://www.motionpictures.org/2024/11/maximus-effort-gladiator-ii-production-designer-arthur-maxs-on-creating-colossal-constructions/)
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