The New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission said March 11 that it added 15 Film Ready Communities to the state’s growing list of FRCs after completing the Film Ready New Jersey Program.
The program educates municipalities on the basics of motion picture and television production and sets basic standards for attracting filmmaking, expanding economic opportunities for communities across the state in New Jersey’s growing film and television sector.
“New Jersey’s variety of landscapes and locations, from charming main streets and bustling city blocks to rugged mountains and vast farmland, are a major asset for the state’s film and television industry, ensuring producers can find the perfect locale for their next feature film,” said NJEDA Chief Executive Officer Evan Weiss.
“The newest cohort of Film Ready Communities will be prepared for the industry’s continued growth, which will create jobs for residents, support small businesses, and drive meaningful economic growth in municipalities across the Garden State.”
The 15 new Film Ready Communities are Edison, Fanwood, Garwood, Hamilton, Hanover, Highland Park, Hightstown, Lambertville, New Brunswick, Newton, Oceanport, Phillipsburg, Randolph, Robbinsville, and Shrewsbury. Along with the previous Film Ready cohorts announced in March 2024 and August 2025, New Jersey has 58 Film Ready Communities.
“As film and television production continues to break records in New Jersey, local communities need to be prepared to handle the unique needs of the industry,” said NJMPTVC Executive Director Jon Crowley. “The Film Ready Program establishes statewide consistency and provides expert guidance on everything from permitting to public safety management, strengthening the state’s industry leadership as more producers choose the Garden State for their next big production.”
Film Ready New Jersey is a five-step certification and marketing program that prepares communities to accommodate movie and television producers and effectively market themselves as film destinations. The film commission’s Film Ready Workshops provide training and guidance from industry professionals, local mayors, and film commission staff, covering topics such as the economic impact of hosting on-location filming, ordinances and permitting, opportunities for small businesses, and expanding film infrastructure.
