Edison Newly Certified To Host Film & TV Productions

EDISON, NJ — Edison is among 15 municipalities added to New Jersey's Film Ready Community roster, the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission said Tuesday

The state certification program prepares towns to host film and television productions. It is part of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority.

The 15 new Film Ready Communities announced Tuesday are:

• Edison
• Fanwood
• Garwood
• Hamilton
• Hanover
• Highland Park
• Hightstown
• Lambertville
• New Brunswick
• Newton
• Oceanport
• Phillipsburg
• Randolph
• Robbinsville
• Shrewsbury

"New Jersey's variety of landscapes and locations, from charming main streets and bustling city blocks to rugged mountains and vast farmland, are a major asset for the state's film and television industry," said NJEDA Chief Executive Officer Evan Weiss. "The newest cohort of Film Ready Communities will be prepared for the industry's continued growth, which will support Governor Sherrill's vision to create jobs for residents, support small businesses, and drive meaningful economic growth in municipalities across the Garden State."

Film Ready New Jersey is a five-step certification program that standardizes local permitting, designates trained municipal film liaisons and helps communities market themselves to location scouts and production companies.

Training covers topics including economic impact, ordinances, public safety and small business opportunities.

"As film and television production continues to break records in New Jersey, local communities need to be prepared to handle the unique needs of the industry," said NJMPTVC Executive Director Jon Crowley.

"The Film Ready Program establishes statewide consistency and provides expert guidance on everything from permitting to public safety management."

More information is available at film.nj.gov.

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