Dear MOME Community,
July is HERE and the countdown is on to the FIFA World Cup final on the 19th at MetLife Stadium! But futbol aside, this summer you can also catch a “Movie Under the Stars” at a local park, or binge some Emmy-nominated programs filmed right here in NYC.
Since becoming Commissioner my focus has been simple: make New York the best place in the world to produce film and television by working alongside studios, unions, city agencies, and the communities that make this industry possible. I recently discussed how production is building momentum with Chris O’Falt and IndieWire, which I encourage you to read here, but our work is just beginning. More production is an important first step. The real measure of success is when the workers who power this industry feel the impact.
All the best,
Rafael Espinal |
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MOME is proud to support “Made in NY” productions, which film at least 75% of content in NYC, employ hundreds of thousands of New Yorkers, and utilize small businesses.
Don't miss the final season of the “Made in NY” production Survival of the Thickest, streaming now on Netflix. |
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Join MOME in exploring how technology and digital workflows in filmmaking contribute to GHG emissions. This discussion focuses on practical measures that can be adopted across VFX and post-production, with the goal of reducing our energy consumption and intentionally building more sustainable technology pipelines. The Film Green Initiative, since its inception in 2016, has served to promote sustainable film production by offering a blueprint for decarbonization, waste management, and sourcing, as well as free resources. |
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MOME and NYC Small Business Services (SBS) are proud to offer a new workforce development initiative that aims to meet the evolving workforce needs of New York City's media and entertainment industries, offered at no cost to New Yorkers. Initial course offerings include:
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Upcoming Events & Resources |
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The festival will bring together creators, researchers, educators, and innovators for two days of keynotes, workshops, awards, and networking that showcase play's impact across education, health, civic engagement, and social innovation. |
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NYAFF has grown from a grassroots festival built by passionate fans of Asian cinema into an essential platform for Asian film culture in North America |
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AAIFF is committed to film and media as a tool for social change and to supporting diversity and inclusion in the media arts. |
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An Afro-disco-space-punk-extravaganza of futurist fabulousness, inviting audiences into intercosmic dance floor liberation. |
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NYS Governor’s Office of Motion Picture and Television Development would like to remind you that the 2026 New York State Independent Film Production Tax Credit Program will be open for applications on Monday, July 13, 2026, 10 am EDT. The latest information on the program is available on the New York State Independent Film Production Tax Credit Program webpage, viewable here. |
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Watch new shows, documentaries and more on NYC Media, the official network for the City of NY, including: |
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Prism NY - History of NYC’s Chinatown, July 27-30 at 7:30pm
In the early 20th century, Chinese immigrants continue to build communal roots, nurturing a new generation of leaders and business owners in Chinatown. |
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The NYC Field Guide – How to Thrive in the Five: Soccer, July 16 at 8pm
From packed stadiums to City parks NYC is obsessed with soccer. Discover why the world’s most popular sport is taking over the five boroughs. |
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Hospitality and Politics with Andrew Rigie - Thursdays at 10pm
Weekly interview series Hospitality & Politics presented by NYC Hospitality Alliance with new episodes airing Thursdays at 10pm. |
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More information on where and how to watch all content, including a new season of NYU Journalism, Inside Lens, and multiple documentary specials, is available on the NYC Media website |
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MOME Spotlight: Workforce Development |
On June 29, MOME hosted the "Made in NY" Animation Training Program (TAP) showcase, celebrating the talent, skills and artistry of the program’s participants, and recognizing this program's roll in building a pipeline of talent for industry jobs. 48 trainees across the four most recent cohorts presented their animated shorts. |
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