State Praises East Brunswick For Being ‘Film Ready’

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – We told you back in May that East Brunswick received the “Film Ready” certification from the New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission.

This certification will allow the township to attract studios and networks looking for their next production site.

The New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission (NJMPTVC) is part of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA)

Last week, the state’s film commission praised the township and other towns for having “a remarkable variety of landscapes that meet the diverse needs of film and television productions.”

“Under Governor Murphy’s leadership, New Jersey has reestablished itself as a premier destination for the industry — creating jobs, supporting small businesses, and driving meaningful economic growth in communities across the state,” NJEDA Chief Executive Officer Tim Sullivan. Through the Film Ready New Jersey Program, municipalities are better positioned to welcome and support productions of every scale, from big-budget blockbusters to independent films.”

East Brunswick is among 19 municipalities to be designated as Film Ready Community following completion of the Film Ready New Jersey Program.

“The NJMPTVC has built consistency into the Film Ready program so when studios or networks bring projects to New Jersey, Film Ready localities are prepared for any opportunity that may arise,” said NJMPTVC Executive Director Jon Crowley. “As the Garden State continues to break records in film and television production, initiatives like Film Ready exemplify the state’s commitment to ensuring towns and counties across the state share in the industry’s immense economic benefits.”

The push to make East Brunswick a regional hub started almost eight years ago, when Mayor Brad Cohen and his administration started on the plan to revitalize Route 18.

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Meanwhile, Cohen and his administration will be looking at ways to celebrate this important milestone with the community. An announcement on the same will be made in time.

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