A Breakthrough Year for Film Production in the Piedmont Triad
The past year has marked a significant step forward for film and television production in the Piedmont Triad. After several years with limited incentive-qualifying projects filming in the region, the Piedmont Triad Film Commission (PTFC) has helped support two feature films and a television series, bringing production activity and economic impact back to our communities.
Film and television production brings new investment into the regional economy, supporting local jobs and businesses through hotel stays, location rentals, catering, transportation, construction, and many other services. As more productions discover the Triad’s diverse locations, experienced professionals, and collaborative partners, the region continues building momentum as an emerging production hub within North Carolina.
TOP WINS | 2025–2026
- Two Feature Films Filmed in the Region
- Television Series Production in Greensboro
- $200K+ in Hotel Revenue from Production
- Increased Media & Industry Visibility
- Expanded Regional Locations Database’
- Filming that we assisted shot in 7 of the Piedmont Triad counties
Two feature films, The Bard & Widow, and a Television Series, The Race for the Seat, were filmed in the Triad.
By The Numbers
- 2 Incentive Qualifying Feature Films
- 3 – Major Scouts of the area for Projects hosted by the PTFC
- 1 New Television Series – Race for the Seat
- 60–70 Hotel Rooms Booked on “Race for the Seat”
- $200K+ Estimated Hotel Impact on “Race for the Seat”
- X New Locations Added to Database
- 7 Number of Piedmont Triad counties where filming of the above projects took place (Davidson, Forsyth, Guilford, Rockingham, Surry, Stokes, Yadkin)
Supporting Additional Productions
In addition to these major productions, PTFC continues assisting a wide range of projects at various stages of development.
Recent support has included:
- Assisting a Mack Truck commercial with road permits through NCDOT
- Helping facilitate a Shoe Department commercial by coordinating permits and location contacts
- Connecting a fashion photography shoot with a farm location in Thomasville
- Assisting music video and short film projects with location suggestions and production contacts
These smaller projects play an important role in keeping local crew working and introducing new filmmakers to the Piedmont Triad.
Building the Regional Film Ecosystem
A successful film industry depends on more than just productions — it requires a strong local network of crew, locations, and industry professionals.
PTFC continues to support the growth of the region’s film community by:
- Participating in regular Project Space 411 networking events
- Connecting productions with local crew members for jobs on new productions
- Encouraging Crew to list themselves in the PTFC database or update their listings
- Supporting regional film festivals and filmmaking events (we could specify which ones)
- Promoting films made by North Carolina filmmakers
These efforts help strengthen the local workforce and ensure the region is prepared to support future productions.
Media & Industry Visibility: Raising the Region’s Profile
- Cucalorus Film Festival panel (see below image)
- Winston-Salem Magazine coverage – Click here to read the article by Algenon Cash and click here to read the Q&A with editor Emily-Sarah Lineback
- Twin City Talks podcast (see below section of text)
- Greensboro’s 48 Hour Film Project Sponsor
- Out at the Movies Film Festival Sponsor
These opportunities help showcase the growing potential of the Triad as a location for film and television production.
Pictured above is Rebecca Clark and other NC Film leaders across NC during the State of the State Film Panel at Cucalorus Film Festival in November 2025.
PTFC on Twin City Talk
Rebecca Clark joined the Twin City Talk team, Hosts Suzy Fielders & Burgess Jenkins and Producer Tim Beeman, to discuss all about what the Piedmont Triad Film Commission is and her vital role in attracting films and TV shows to the Triad.
Click here to watch the video of the full episode or here to learn more.
Strengthening the Film Commission
As production interest in the Piedmont Triad continues to grow, the Piedmont Triad Film Commission is working to expand its capacity to support filmmakers exploring the region. Increased inquiries from production companies, along with the growing number of projects filming locally, highlight the importance of strengthening the commission’s administrative and marketing resources to ensure productions can continue receiving timely assistance while the region’s film industry continues to develop.
Recent efforts include:
- Developing a three-year strategic plan
- Improving financial systems and accounting services
- Expanding marketing and outreach efforts by contracting with YOU!!
- Exploring additional administrative and marketing support by hiring local marketing and media expert Suzy Fielders
These steps will help ensure the commission can continue supporting productions while expanding opportunities for the region’s film industry.
Looking Ahead
The film commission is currently assisting multiple filmmakers exploring the region for future projects including feature films, commercials, and independent productions.
Here are a few upcoming events:
- Project Space 411 Filmmaking Networking Meet-up – March 31
- River Run Film Festival – April 17-25
Learn More About Piedmont Triad Film Commission
“Recruiting & Supporting film and television production across the Piedmont Triad region since 1993”