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Regional media outlets report on the value and future funding of AdvantageWest
6/16/2013
A roundup of recent coverage on the benefits of AdvantageWest to the 23-county region.
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Local Production Seeking Extras Talent (AVL)
6/14/2013
Must be available between June 17th and June 24th
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Open House and Free Acting Classes event on June 13th
6/11/2013
Join the New York Studio for Stage & Screen in Asheville (NYS3) for an open house and free classes this Thursday
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The latest edition of AdvantageWest e-News is now out.
5/30/2013
News, events, opportunities and more from Western North Carolina's regional economic development partnership.
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Howl-o-Palooza Halloween Festival, Lenoir
5/29/2013
The organizers of Howl-o-Palooza, downtown Lenoir's Halloween festival, are excited to announce their first frightening film festival.
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Radio broadcast from AdvantageWest offices on 5/28/13
5/28/2013
Matt Mittan and Agnes Cheek from WZGM's "Take A Stand" conduct several guest interviews about the value of AdvantageWest.
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Innovative summer acting program comes to Asheville
5/22/2013
Professional acting conservatory offers unique summer program, combining acting with outdoor adventure.
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Local Production seeking Production Assistant
5/20/2013
Asheville production seeking PA for shoot Sunday May 26th through Sunday June 2nd with pay of $150/day
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Twin Rivers Media Festival Starts today, May 17th, at the Flood Fine Arts Center
5/17/2013
The 20th Twin Rivers Media Film Festival runs Friday May 17th-19th and will feature more than 50 selections
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2nd Meet & Greet for 48 Hour Film Project May 21st
5/16/2013
Mix and mingle with other filmmakers at Chai Pani on Tuesday May 21st for the 2nd Meet & Greet session for this year's 48 Hour Film Project
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Facts and stats about AdvantageWest and our program of work
5/14/2013
Click here for fact sheets, recent programmatic updates and more.
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Local Production Seeking Talent
5/7/2013
An Asheville production is seeking as principles: a mom, a dad, and a daughter.
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CNN Travel names Asheville one of the top 8 best beer towns in the US
5/7/2013
AdvantageWest region continues its growing reputation in the craft beer industry with this latest accolade.
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Trailer released for "Shadows on the Wall", filmed in WNC
5/6/2013
The first official trailer for “Shadows on the Wall,” the sci-fi motion picture recently filmed in western North Carolina this past winter, is now available online at Shadows-Movie.com.
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Screen Artists Co-op offers training for actors
5/4/2013
Open house events on May 8 and May 28
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NC shares the spotlight with 'Iron Man 3'
5/1/2013
Film made in NC joins others such as 'The Hunger Games,' 'Last of the Mohicans,' and 'The Fugitive,' all made in Western NC
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Last of the Mohicans returns to Chimney Rock - June 15
4/30/2013
2nd Annual Movie on the Meadows features outdoor film screening and guided hikes at Chimney Rock, film location for The Last of the Mohicans
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UNC-TV features Blue Ridge Food Ventures in segment on "North Carolina Now."
4/26/2013
The winners of The Big Tasty contest talk about their food business idea, Vortex Doughnuts, which beat out 58 contestants from around the state.
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The Asheville 48 Hour Film Project begins
4/24/2013
Learn more about the competition, screenings and opportunities
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The latest edition of AdvantageWest e-News is now out.
4/17/2013
News, information, opportunities and events from across our region.
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Production Assistant needed for TV documentary food/travel series
4/16/2013
Dates Needed: April 21st - 22nd, 2013.
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Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park top list
4/13/2013
The National Park Service releases its list of most-visited parks and places, and the AdvantageWest region is at the top.
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Independent feature film seeks security and CDL licensed drivers
4/9/2013
Help needed through approximately May 18.
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NYS3’s Business for Artists, Actors, and Creative Entrepreneurs Weekend Workshop Intensive
4/8/2013
Auditioning, resumes, micropreneurship, headshots, and parenting in the film industry
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Independent feature seeks special effects makeup assistant.
4/3/2013
Filming dates are April 16-May 15. All filming will take place in Hendersonville, NC.
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Independent feature film still seeking Wardrobe Department Intern
4/3/2013
Position is unpaid/volunteer; filming dates are April 16-May 15.
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Movie shot in WNC features local residents
4/3/2013
One of Western North Carolina’s most notorious killing fields are the center of a new movie being filmed now.
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The latest edition of AdvantageWest e-News is now available.
4/2/2013
Business opportunities, national recognition for WNC, award-winning ventures, upcoming events and more.
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Music Video Asheville extends submissions deadline.
4/2/2013
The video submission deadline for Music Video Asheville has been extended until midnight April 5. Tickets are now on sale.
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Clothing company seeking classic SUV as prop vehicle for photo shoot
4/2/2013
Deadline for submission is April 15th; Looking for a 80's - 1990 Classic SUV type Landcruiser, Bronco, Jeep Cherokee, Wagoneer, 4-Runner or even a box style Volvo Station Wagon.
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Film industry in NC continues upswing in 2013
3/27/2013
The fast start to 2013 is coming off back-to-back record-breaking years for the film industry in North Carolina, which included the making of The Hunger Games in the AdvantageWest region.
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Hunger Games Fan Tours Offered at District 12 – Henry River Mill Village
3/26/2013
Tours on weekends April thru October.
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NYS3 Introduction to Acting Class - Starts April 2nd
3/25/2013
Acting for Film, Theatre, Movement for Actors, Improv and Vocal Technique
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NYS3 Filmmaking: Process to Product - Starts April 27
3/25/2013
This filmmaking Intensive will provide a practical and comprehensive grounding in the concepts and techniques for both film and digital production.
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Independent, Feature Film in Henderesonville Seeks Interns
3/22/2013
NEEDED: Production Assistants interns for Art Department, On-set, Production Office, Camera Department, and Wardrobe Department.
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Film Crew Positions Available for Independent, Feature Film in Hendersonville
3/22/2013
Pay varies depending on position. Filming dates are April 16th through May 15th.
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Independent, feature film in Hendersonville Seeks Two Stand-ins
3/22/2013
Needed: One male and one female stand-in.
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Allegiant announces nonstop service between Asheville and Tampa-St. Pete
3/19/2013
Service between AVL and PIE begins June 6; special introductory fares now available.
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Independent Film Seeking Extras in WNC
3/13/2013
Independent feature filming in western North Carolina, "The World Made Straight," is now accepting submissions for extras.
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Eddie Bauer Seeking Child Models (age 10-12) for Highlands, NC Photoshoot
3/12/2013
Eddie Bauer Catalog shoot to take place in the Highlands/Cashiers area.
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The latest edition of AdvantageWest eNews is here.
3/4/2013
News, information, opportunities and events from around the region.
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Officials with WNC Film Commission join NC Film Office in promoting the state as a location for filmmakers.
2/11/2013
The trip included an LA reception attended by about 200 film industry professionals
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The latest edition of AdvantageWest e-News is now out.
1/31/2013
News, opportunities, events and more from around Western North Carolina.
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Professional film crew training course starts Feb. 10; open house event is Feb. 2
1/26/2013
Press release from the Screen Artists Co-op, dedicated to creating opportunities in the filmmaking industry for qualified professionals in the region.
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Voice & Presentation Skills Weekend Jan 19 - 20
1/18/2013
The New York Studio for Stage & Screen in Asheville announces an upcoming weekend workshop dedicated to the health and improvement of the human voice.
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New Motion Picture Filming in WNC
1/15/2013
The Obsidian Collective is filming a new motion picture, a sci-fi suspense called “Shadows on the Wall,” in WNC in January.
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Emmy-winning Producer Peter Goldsmith to speak at NYS3 Presents
1/14/2013
On January 24th, Goldsmith will expand upon his ideas for avant-garde theater, and the community is invited to attend.
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Press Release: Screen Artists Co-op Launches Talent Agency and Professional Film Crew Training Course
1/2/2013
Open House on January 9 to provide information on training opportunities for a career in the filmmaking industry
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2012 record-breaking year for NC film industry
12/21/2012
As in 2011, North Carolina witnessed another year of record-breaking film numbers as 2012 comes to an end.
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WNC Companies produce world's first 4k Damage Pack Visual Effects Library
11/28/2012
Local Production Companies VidMuze.com, Suttlefilm & Media and Cine’ Foundry Production Services have partnered to release the world’s first 4K Damage Pack Visual Effects Library that will assist Visual Effects Artist across the industry in creating even higher quality content for film, TV and other media.
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Moog Music executive is featured in Asheville Citizen-Times
11/11/2012
Mike Adams will be a panelist at the AdvantageWest Economic Summit.
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'4Gosh' Open Casting Call Continues in Winston-Salem on Oct 27
10/22/2012
Open casting call for local independent feature film, 4Gosh, will continue Saturday, October 27 at Wake Forest University. The film, a drama about teen homelessness, will be shot in Winston-Salem in early December 2012.
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Hendersonville Times News: Reality show comes to downtown Hendersonville
10/21/2012
Film crew from Hollywood shoots a TV pilot in the AdvantageWest region.
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Casting Call to be held at Wake Forest University
10/16/2012
Open casting call for local independent feature film, 4Gosh, begins Saturday, October 20 at Wake Forest University. The film, a drama about teen homelessness, will be shot in Winston-Salem in early December 2012.
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4th Annual Asheville International Children's Film Festival
9/20/2012
This year's festival, held November 2- 11, 2012 includes an opening night rollicking pajama jam with "Neo - Acoustic Folk/Funk" performer Jacob Johnson. and many other cinematic delights for the whole family. Children can also participate in the festival jury.
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NC Entrepreneurship Summit in Asheville Sept 24-25
9/17/2012
Sign up today!
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Asheville Airport to offer non-stop Fort Lauderdale flights
9/11/2012
Low-fare carrier Allegiant Airlines will begin non-stop service from AVL to Fort Lauderdale FL beginning Nov 15.
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Press Release: Photography Event Returns to Montreat
8/21/2012
The 3rd Annual WNC Foto Fest will take place September 7 – 9 in Montreat, North Carolina.
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NC Film Production for 2012 Already Exceeds 2011 Record-Setting Numbers
7/25/2012
35 productions to date account for $300 million in spending, 16,000 job opportunities
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Live monthly radio interview on Clear Channel regarding AdvantageWest activities
7/25/2012
President & CEO Scott Hamilton talks about AdvantageWest's WNC Film Commission.
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NC Film Incentive Sunset Date Extended
7/18/2012
The sunset date for the film tax incentive offered to productions by the state of North Carolina has been extended an extra year (now set to expire on January 1, 2015)
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NBC-TV's "The Biggest Loser" seeking contestants in NC
6/20/2012
A casting call will take place July 14 in Raleigh.
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Hickory Daily Record: "Hunger Games" site boosts tourism
6/20/2012
Tourism is up 200% in Burke County, with about 75% of that said to be directly related to "The Hunger Games."
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AdvantageWest eNews for June 4 2012 is now online.
6/4/2012
Upcoming opportunities for businesses and job-seekers, plus info on the 48 Hour Film Project and Blue Ridge Food Ventures' presence at the Asheville Wine & Food Festival
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SyFy Channel buys WNC "Hunger Games" filming location
5/29/2012
Henry River Mill Village to be featured on network's "Hollywood Treasures" on June 6.
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“The Hunger Games” continues its phenomenal success
5/27/2012
Shot in the AdvantageWest region, the Lionsgate film has grossed $637,680,781 worldwide
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The Hunger Games, filmed in the AdvantageWest region: Continued media coverage
5/27/2012
This blockbuster film continues to garner media attention around the world. Here’s a small sample.
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NC is #2 in list of Top 10 Film Locations Around the World, says Global News
4/15/2012
One of the top news services in Canada mentions 'The Hunger Games' as it names North Carolina to its list of Top 10 Film Locations Around the World
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LA Times: 'Hunger Game' wins weekend box office; surpasses $300 million
4/9/2012
The blockbuster made in the AdvantageWest region continues to break records.
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Madison County reaps success of 'The Hunger Games'
4/9/2012
Secrets of the biggest movie to hit the hills of Madison County are beginning to be unveiled.
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Tourism, economic development officials want to build on 'Hunger Games' success
3/31/2012
AdvantageWest’s WNC Film Commission helped bring the film to the region; Scott Hamilton, President & CEO, is interviewed.
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The Today Show broadcasts live from Western North Carolina.
3/30/2012
Transylvania County was one of several WNC locations for the filming of the blockbuster 'The Hunger Games' and the NBC Today Show was there for a live report.
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AdvantageWest eNews for March 27 2012 is now online.
3/27/2012
The backstory on how 'The Hunger Games' landed in WNC, plus upcoming events and opportunities.
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Forbes: Why you should visit Asheville now
3/26/2012
Movie magic, art, history, beer, Biltmore and more.
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WLOS-TV interviews AdvantageWest CEO Scott Hamilton about landing The Hunger Games
3/23/2012
AdvantageWest’s WNC Film Commission was the first to get the call from Hollywood looking for a location
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AdvantageWest's WNC Film Commission hosts private screening of 'The Hunger Games'
3/22/2012
View a photo gallery of the invitation-only event, held March 21, 2012
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WLOS-TV: WNC Film Commission hosts sneak peek of The Hunger Games
3/21/2012
Extras, crew, elected officials, and business and community leaders who helped with the production attend private screening organized by AdvantageWest and Asheville Buncombe EDC.
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Asheville Citizen-Times Photo Gallery: Private screening of "The Hunger Games"
3/21/2012
AdvantageWest's WNC Film Commission and Asheville CDC hosted an invitation-only premiere of the film on March 21.
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Top Movie Film Locations in Asheville and North Carolina Mountains
3/21/2012
The Hunger Games, opening on March 23, was filmed in several areas near Asheville. It is the latest in a long list of movies filmed in western North Carolina.
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CBS News: North Carolina gets ready for 'Hunger Games' fans
3/21/2012
Fans of "The Hunger Games" are already turning up in North Carolina, seeking out places where the movie was shot, from old-growth forests to an abandoned mill town.
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Hunger Games actress gets ready for role in film based on novel by WNC author
3/16/2012
Movie based on WCU professor's best-selling 'Serena,' will star Jennifer Lawrence
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Press Release: Hunger Games Fan Tours Launch in Brevard
3/14/2012
Tours provide a way to see some of the movie locations and share in the experience of participating in Hunger Games–themed adventures with other like-minded fans.
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Huge economic boost predicted in AdvantageWest region from The Hunger Games
3/14/2012
Film opens March 23rd across the country.
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WLOS-TV: Huge boost expected from The Hunger Games
3/14/2012
AdvantageWest CEO Scott Hamilton is interviewed in a report on the economic benefits of “The Hunger Games,” the highest-profile movie ever made in the state.
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AdvantageWest eNews for Feb 14 2012 is now online.
2/14/2012
Read about local business plan competition winners; a new $3.6 million program to engage rural youth in entrepreneurship; plus, meet AW's new Entrepreneurship Program Manager.
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NC Dept of Transportation Information on I-40 Rockslides
2/2/2012
The rockslides have now been cleared.
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Asheville Citizen-Times: 2012 film lineup led by Asheville-made 'Hunger Games'
1/14/2012
A rundown of films to look forward to in 2012.
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Emmy Award-Winning Production Company Seeking Actors for Major Cable Series
1/11/2012
Peacock Productions will be shooting an episode of the Discovery Channel Documentary Series "Disappeared" in Asheville, NC between January 20th and 21st.
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NC Film Office director Aaron Syrett reviews the state of film production
12/28/2011
After years of struggling with a lower profile in the film industry, NC has found itself back in the news in the second half of 2011.
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NC experiencing best year of film production and spending
12/20/2011
The spending by production companies within the state for the 2011 calendar year will top $220 million, the greatest in the history of the state’s film industry.
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Lights, camera, action in North Carolina
12/11/2011
N.C. in the Hollywood spotlight again with a series of big budget movies.
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Washington Post visits Watauga County inn
11/18/2011
Gideon Ridge Inn in Blowing Rock has "nary a bad view"
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Press Release: Brevard reality series cast members announced
11/15/2011
The town of Brevard recently held auditions for the town’s very own reality series - showcasing why residents believe Brevard is the coolest small town in America.
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NC Film Office Press Release: Studio announces completion of major motion picture
10/18/2011
Highly anticipated film shot entirely in NC.
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Travel + Leisure recognizes the Blue Ridge Parkway
10/1/2011
"America's Most Iconic Drives" includes the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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Local company designs costumes for major motion picture being made in the AdvantageWest region.
10/1/2011
Asheville-based Organic Armor creates special effects creature costumes for The Healer.
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CNN: 5 fabulous fall foliage train rides
10/1/2011
Top 5 list includes the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
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AdvantageWest eNews for Sept 29 2011 is now online.
9/29/2011
News about the upcoming Economic Summit and other events and opportunities in the region.
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AdvantageWest recognized by Southern Economic Development Council with communication awards
9/23/2011
AdvantageWest's collaboration with WNC creative firms and individuals on annual report and website is recognized for excellence.
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AdvantageWest eNews for Sept 21 2011 is now online.
9/21/2011
News about our new Executive VP, the upcoming Economic Summit and more.
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LA Times reviews 'Road to Nowhere'
6/17/2011
The feature film was made in Western North Carolina.
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The latest AdvantageWest newsletter is now online
6/17/2011
Check out the latest news from AdvantageWest and around the region.
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NC gets top ranking among best states for business for second consecutive year
5/16/2011
Chief Executive Magazine ranks North Carolina No. 2 best state for business; praised for workforce and quality of life
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2010 Annual Report
5/9/2011
The 2010 Annual Report for AdvantageWest is now online.
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Press release: Casting Call for Artemis
5/2/2011
An open casting call for adult men and women is being held May 3 and 5.
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AdvantageWest eNews for March 14 2011 is now online.
3/14/2011
Visit our Newsletter page to download a PDF.
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AdvantageWest eNews for Feb 9 2011 is now online.
2/9/2011
Visit our Newsletter page to download a PDF.
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Press Release: Announcement of AdvantageWest Board Meeting
2/3/2011
The AdvantageWest Board of Directors meets Feb. 17, 2011.
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Press Release: Local filmmaker brings the days of early stock car racing to life with feature film
1/31/2011
The Feature Film “Red Dirt Rising,” produced by WNC resident James Suttles, is being released nationally.
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AdvantageWest eNews for Dec 2 2010 is now online.
12/2/2010
Visit our Newsletter page to download a PDF.
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CBS Sunday Morning visits Western North Carolina
11/21/2010
View a segment from the popular Sunday news and feature program on the beautiful fall foliage in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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Site Selection Magazine: NC ranks No. 1 for business climate
11/1/2010
North Carolina is home to the nation’s Top Business Climate for 2010, for the ninth time in the last 10 years. The recently announced expansion of Nypro, in Buncombe County, is cited as an example.
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NY Times: 36 hours in Asheville NC
10/24/2010
Sunday Travel section features the sights and sounds of Asheville.
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AdvantageWest eNews for Oct 21 2010 is now online.
10/21/2010
Visit our Newsletter page to download a PDF.
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Applications now open for Young Entrepreneur Awards.
10/1/2010
Deadline for submissions is December 15.
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Press Release: 2nd annual Asheville Children's Film Festival
10/1/2010
Event runs Nov 1-14 with more than 100 films from 25 countries.
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AdvantageWest eNews for Sept 22 2010 is now online.
9/22/2010
Visit our Newsletter page to download a PDF.
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Indie film made in WNC to premier at Venice Film Festival
8/21/2010
"Road to Nowhere" is one of 19 selected from the U.S.
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AdvantageWest Board of Directors meets on August 19.
8/16/2010
Meetings are open to the public.
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Asheville Regional Airport expands service to NYC
8/16/2010
New non-stop service on US Airways to LaGuardia begins in October.
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Variety: NC beefs up incentive
7/27/2010
The state has bumped the maximum payout on its film production tax incentive from $7.5 million to $20 million.
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News-Record & Sentinel: Federal grant will extend Internet service in Madison County
7/27/2010
Areas of rural Madison County will benefit from a $1.8 million federal grant to extend high-speed Internet service.
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Business funding forum for small biz coming to WNC
7/22/2010
Free event is Aug. 25 at McDowell Tech in Marion, presented by Congressman Heath Shuler.
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NC gets top ranking by CNBC
7/15/2010
CNBC ranks North Carolina as the 4th best in its "America's Top States for Business"
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AdvantageWest Board of Directors Meets June 17 at 2pm
6/5/2010
Meetings take place at the AdvantageWest offices and are open to the public.
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7th Annual Carolina Connect Conference Coming May 13
5/7/2010
The Carolina Connect conference focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship. Connect with top business leaders, entrepreneurs and investors at this much anticipated event.
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Nominate a deserving entrepreneur and innovative company or business today!
4/19/2010
AdvantageWest and BREC are now accepting nominations for innovative entrepreneurs and companies. *Deadline is April 30*
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15 Years of Serving WNC: AdvantageWest's 2009 Annual Report
4/14/2010
The 2009 AdvantageWest Annual Report is now online.
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Announcement: AdvantageWest Board of Directors Meets April 15 at 2pm
4/13/2010
Due to construction on the roads around the AdvantageWest offices, the bimonthly meeting will take place at the DoubleTree Biltmore, located at 115 Hendersonville Rd. in Asheville, in room Burghley B.
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Press Release: AdvantageWest Board Meeting Relocated Due to Construction
11/30/2009
The Dec. 10 meeting will be held at 2 p.m. at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park, due to road construction around the AdvantageWest offices.
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Good Morning America Weekend visits WNC mountains
11/30/2009
Host Bill Weir takes a motorcycle ride on the legendary Tail of the Dragon in Swain County, considered by many as one of the world's best motorcycling and sports car roads.
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Daily non-stop service from Chicago to Asheville begins Dec. 17
11/24/2009
United Airlines begins twice-daily non-stop service to Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) from Asheville Regional (AVL), connecting the Midwest with WNC.
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North Carolina tops list for best film incentives
11/24/2009
Check out what insiders told Variety Magazine.
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Gov. Perdue Signs Executive Order Reestablishing the N.C. Film Council
11/19/2009
Film Council and new 25% tax credit will help maintain North Carolina’s competitive edge in the global film industry.
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Advisory: AdvantageWest Region Still Accessible Despite Rock Slide
11/15/2009
Despite a rock slide on I-40 that has closed the interstate near the Tennessee-NC border, it’s business as usual for most of the AdvantageWest 23-county region. DETAILS AND ALTERNATE ROUTES HERE.
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Video: Televised Town Hall Meeting on Rural Economy in WNC
11/14/2009
UNC-TV recently presented a town hall meeting on the region's economy, broadcast live from WCU and featuring a panel of local leaders. A video is now available for viewing online.
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Press Release: Gov. Bev Perdue Reestablishes NC Film Council
11/12/2009
Executive order will assist in ongoing development and growth of the NC film industry and support fiscal incentives that help NC remain competitive in recruiting films.
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Hendersonville Times-News: Indie film casts locals
10/31/2009
Locally made film submitted to Sundance and Slamdance film festivals
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USA Today: Profile of Asheville film and TV star Paul Schneider
10/15/2009
Native is known for his roles in "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford," "Bright Star," "Lars and the Real Girl," and NBC’s "Parks and Recreation."
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Waynesville Mountaineer: "Haywood Lands Leading Role in Movie"
8/11/2009
Haywood County has once again captured the attention of Hollywood with the upcoming feature film, “Road to Nowhere.”
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Smoky Mountain News: "Indie film brings big economic boost"
8/5/2009
Businesses and individuals profit when Hollywood comes to Western North Carolina.
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Washington Post: "Asheville, N.C., has a song at its heart
8/1/2009
A Washington Post editor spends time enjoying Asheville.
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Good Morning America: Asheville's Biltmore Estate and a Hot Music and Art Scene Draw Tourists
6/28/2009
Good Morning America Weekend, seen on the ABC television network, features Biltmore Estate and the art and charm of downtown Asheville.
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Event: Film Day in Raleigh
6/2/2009
On June 11th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Halifax Mall in Raleigh, the Cucalorus Film Foundation and the 25 To Survive advocacy group will be sponsoring a meeting to help bolster awareness in the faltering motion picture industry and help increase film tax incentives to 25%.
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Press Release: Motion Picture Industry Month
6/1/2009
Governor Bev Perdue announced that June will be Motion Picture Industry Month for North Carolina. The announcement urges North Carolinians to celebrate and recognize the impressive legacy and significance of North Carolina’s motion picture industry.
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Verve Magazine: Hatch Couture - Consider the ground broken.
6/1/2009
The 2009 HATCHfest Asheville, brought to Western North Carolina in part by AdvantageWest's Creative Commerce Commission (which includes WNC Film Commission), included groundbreakers in fashion design as well as architecture, journalism, design and technology, music, photography and film.
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Mountain Xpress: HATCH Asheville revisited
5/13/2009
AdvantageWest helped to bring HATCH Asheville to Western North Carolina, aimed at building the creative-arts community and mentoring young professionals. According to organizers and attendees alike, including AdvantageWest Board member Sam Neill, the festival was a success and will only get better.
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Press Release: Attendees at SXSW learn about WNC as a place for filmmaking and creative commerce
4/17/2009
SXSW is a hotspot for creative entrepreneurs – making it an ideal location to share the advantages of doing business in Western North Carolina.
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Mountain Xpress: Hatch Asheville, April 15-19, a creative festival like no other
4/8/2009
What is HATCH Asheville? It’s the first running of an annual event that aims to inspire, educate, mentor and innovate in and across seven creative disciplines: architecture, design/technology, fashion, film, journalism, music and photography. It’s a front-row seat for anyone who wants to witness and participate in new art and new connections springing to life.
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Western North Carolina Film Commission
Testimonial

People were here from LA, Spain, Greece – they all fell in love with the area, and the production manager liked the ease of filming in Western North Carolina.
Mike Bigham
Location Scout and Manager

Contact Info

Amanda Baranski , Executive Assistant & Assistant Corporate Secretary
Western North Carolina Film Commission
134 Wright Brothers Way
Fletcher, NC 28732

ph. 828-687-7234
fx. 828-687-7552
Email Amanda Baranski

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