The film offices of Hertfordshire and Essex have announced an exciting new partnership: Screen Alliance East. This collaboration has aims to transform the region into one of the UK’s most dynamic hubs for TV and film production.

Screen Alliance East combines the strengths, expertise, and innovation of both film offices to act as a catalyst for growth in the screen sector. The alliance will serve as a central hub for:

• Production Support – Helping crews and studios with everything from location scouting to filming.
• Skills Development – Creating training and career pathways for emerging and established professionals.
• Industry Promotion – Showcasing the East of England as a world-class destination for film and TV.
• Sustainability – Encouraging greener practices and innovation across the sector.
• Investment Attraction – Developing regional funds to support independent productions.

The goal? To ensure local talent, businesses, and communities benefit directly from the UK’s booming screen industry.

Cllr. Jeremy Newmark, Hertfordshire Futures Board member and Chairman of Elstree Studios, commented:

“This alliance will be game-changing for our region. Hertfordshire’s screen industries sit at the heart of a globally significant production cluster. By working together with Essex, we will unlock opportunities that neither region could achieve alone.”

Councillor Louise McKinlay, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Levelling Up, Communities and Business Engagement at Essex County Council, said:

“Essex already has a fantastic track record of attracting blockbuster films and quality TV productions. Screen Alliance East will unlock more opportunities for our residents, businesses, and communities. Together, we are ensuring that the eastern region is at the forefront of the TV and film industry.”

The two film offices have already collaborated on major projects, including the latest instalment of Netflix’s hit Knives Out, filmed at Leavesden Studios and on location in Epping Forest and Witham, Essex. Leavesden Studios is also renowned for hosting the Harry Potter franchise.

By pooling resources, Essex and Hertfordshire will drive:

• Skills Training & Job Creation
• Inward Investment
• Global Visibility
• Tourism Growth

This alliance sets the stage for attracting more high-profile projects and creating a thriving creative economy in the East of England.

Discover Hertfordshire Film Office

Hertfordshire Film Office (HFO) provides a one-stop service for productions looking to film in Hertfordshire. Delivered by Hertfordshire Futures, part of the Growth and Environment directorate of Hertfordshire County Council, the Film Office supports the county’s creative industries by providing a coordinated gateway for productions looking to film across Hertfordshire.