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SPI CEO to Speak at Shooting Locations Marketplace 2026 Summit
Leon will take part in a panel discussion titled “The Latest Developments in Tax Incentives” at 5.00pm on Wednesday 14th October, exploring the latest developments in screen incentives
Webinar Recording: Rethinking International Co-production
Watch the latest Beyond the Screen by SPI webinar exploring how international co-production is evolving, what makes partnerships valuable, and how these relationships can create longer-term value for producers and screen sectors
SPI Hires New Head of Economics
Effective 1st October 2026, Jack Philips joins SPI as the Head of Economics. In this role, he will be responsible for the firm’s economic impact assessments and data-driven studies.
Why Co-Productions Matter More Than Ever in Today’s Screen Sector
SPI Consultant Kayleigh Hughes shares her views ahead of SPI’s co-production webinar on 6th October 2026
SPI presents Initial Findings on the Impact of Audiovisual Production in Spain at San Sebastián
The full report will be published in late 2026
SPI Publishes US Federal Production Incentive Jobs and Economic Opportunity Report
The study was launched on 15th September by MPA Chairman and CEO Charles Rivkin at a virtual press conference and has been covered by Deadline, The Hollywood Reporter, and Variety
SPI CEO to Speak at MEXAV in Mexico City
Leon will deliver a session called The Competitive Edge at 10.50am on Thursday 10th, exploring why global screen incentives are so fundamental – and how they are changing
Beyond the Screen by SPI: Rethinking International Co-production
The next webinar in SPI’s Beyond the Screen series will explore how international co-production is responding to these changes, and what this means for stakeholders like producers, public funders, screen agencies and policymakers
SPI Publishes Skills Assessment of the UK’s Digital Content Creator Sector
The study, Creator Skills: Progression, Provision & Priorities, was commissioned by ScreenSkills and the BBC
SPI Publishes Seventh CoSTAR Creative Technologies International Scan
The Creative Technologies International Scans look at the adoption of technologies in gaming, television, film, performance and digital entertainment across the globe
SPI Consultant to Facilitate Validation Workshop for the Regional Landscape Study for the Establishment of the ASEAN Centre of Excellence for Creative Industries
SPI consultant Joshua Dedman will be running a workshop with policymakers across ASEAN member countries
SPI to Conduct an Assessment for the Feasibility of a Production Incentive in Zurich
SPI has been appointed by Film Commission Zurich (FC Zurich) to assess the feasibility of introducing an automatic film and television production incentive for the City and Canton of Zurich
SPI to Present Western Balkans Screen Sector Skills Research at Sarajevo Film Festival
Joshua Dedman and Emma Openshaw will contribute to a series of panel and closed-room discussions focused on strengthening the region’s screen sector
SPI is Recruiting for Research Analysts
The deadline for applications is Friday 7th August at 6 pm BST
Watch: SPI Webinar Understanding Screen Production Capacity
This episode, Beyond the Screen by SPI: Understanding Screen Production Capacity - Unlocking the Potential of Production Capacity, aired on 9th July 2026
SPI to Conduct Analysis of Screen Production Infrastructure Capacity in Auckland
Olsberg•SPI (SPI) has been appointed by Auckland Council to provide a clear picture of current and forecast screen infrastructure capacity and needs in Tāmaki Makaurau. SPI’s findings, and other information, will lay the groundwork to determine how NZ$30 million of funding earmarked for Auckland’s screen-sector infrastructure might be invested.
Upcoming SPI Webinar: Understanding Screen Production Capacity
This episode, will share insights for screen agencies, governments and industry stakeholders on managing screen production capacity in an increasingly competitive global market.
SPI to Conduct Economic Impact Assessment of the Audiovisual Sector in Spain
The study’s scope will assess the sector’s contribution at both national and regional levels, covering audiovisual content produced in Spain between 2023 and 2025.
SPI Consultant Joe Stirling Lee to Participate in Panel on Investor Opportunities within the Creative Industries at SXSW London
The panel is scheduled to take place at UK House on Tuesday 2nd June
Winners of Global Production Awards 2026 Announced at Cannes
Celebrating outstanding initiatives from film and television production companies, locations, industry bodies and studios.