The Texas Production Expo May 22 at the Grapevine Convention Center could be the biggest one yet, especially after a historic film incentive program recently passed in the Texas state senate, with a plan to invest $2.5 billion over the next decade.

With the support of film heavyweights like Matthew McConaughey and Taylor Sheridan, the Texas film production industry is primed for a wave of new projects, conference organizers noted.

“We’ve seen incredible growth of film, TV, and video in Texas over the past several years and the production community in Dallas-Fort Worth is exploding with talent.” Dallas Producers Association President Ian Loomer said in a statement. “Every event brings more people together to connect, grow, and learn as we strive to help make Texas the film capital of America.”

Shining a light on Texas’ film scene

Photo: Texas Production Expo

The free-to-attend expo will feature industry experts, speakers, and technical specialists brought together by a team of volunteers to help shine a light on the growing film scene in Texas.

With TM Television as the expo’s title sponsor, the conference will showcase the latest gear and technology, hold seminars and workshops, and offer networking opportunities.

Organizers said that any creative with an interest in film production will benefit from the expo—from cinema, television, and livestreamers to marketing teams and advertising agencies. YouTubers, TikTokers, and content creators will all gain insight from the free event.

For more than 25 years, the Texas Production Expo has been a place to learn, connect, and engage
with like-minded creatives around the latest technology and trends.

This year the film industry incentive bill being considered—which would more than double the current spend.

‘Unmatched networking opportunities’

“The Texas Production Expo is the largest and most anticipated film conference in North Texas,
providing unmatched networking opportunities for local industry professionals,”
Film Commissioner Katie Schuck said in a statement. “This event brings together top-tier speakers and leading experts and offers a wealth of educational opportunities for attendees. It’s more than just a conference—it’s a gathering place where artists, technicians, and filmmakers can engage with the latest trends, share industry insights, and expand their networks. “

The TPE will host more than 1.000 industry professionals and tech stalwarts with industry leaders speaking on everything from the future of film in Texas to AI and its impact on the industry.

The expo is a free event aimed at professionals, hobbyists and students to get their hands on the latest equipment, attend seminars, have the chance to win incredible prizes and wrap up the day’s events with an onsite happy hour to network with industry leaders.

The conference will feature speakers who have worked on projects such as The Chosen, Landman, Lioness, and produced content for networks such as Apple TV, Netflix, Paramount.

In addition to the free expo on Thursday, there will also be a half-day workshop on Wednesday, May 21, that will give practical insight and hands-on experience into AI.

To register for the expo or for more info, go here.

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