Brett Hays

The presence of these productions in Illinois created a cascade of positive financial impacts, from the state level down to the local community. The most powerful takeaways are the tangible, direct benefits felt on the ground: the $3.78 million spent directly with Champaign County businesses and the $12.3 million in total economic activity generated statewide.

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The studio doesn’t just offer a rental space; they offer a fully integrated, turnkey operation. The 100,000 sq ft of soundstages and lockups, the 3 fully furnished production offices, and the massive 100,000 sq ft of set dec, props and wardrobe are all pre-loaded, pre-vetted, and ready to go. My time, and more importantly, the Director's time, is immediately focused on the creative vision, not on the logistics of getting a printer installed.