According to the report, Austin Studios has generated over $2.6 billion in economic impact and contributed to more than 37,000 jobs in the local film industry.
Martin Jones, head of Austin Studios said, 'The work that they agreed to let happen 25 years ago has begat a considerable and sizable impact on the bottom line for the city of Austin, and it solidified Austin as the major hub for production in the state.'
The AFS Creative Careers workforce development program has served over 120 participants, offering around 150 hours of training each, leading to notable job placements.
The median pay for film and video editors and camera operators was reported at $31.28 per hour, significantly above Austin's living wage of $21.63.
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