Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has been promoting our world‑class screen sector directly to major US studios during a series of meetings with senior decision‑makers in Los Angeles.
Joined by representatives from Northern Ireland Screen, the Minister met with global production leaders including HBO, Riot Games, Netflix, and Amazon MGM. The meetings were aimed at strengthening commercial relationships and promoting Northern Ireland’s growing technical and creative offering.
Minister Archibald said: “Our screen industry is a global success story, creating high‑quality jobs, attracting international investment, and showcasing our world‑class talent and locations on screens across the world.
“I am pleased to have been able to strengthen relationships with key decision‑makers, promote our cutting‑edge facilities such as Studio Ulster, and position the north as a premier destination for film and television production.”
Richard Williams, Chief Executive of Northern Ireland Screen, said: “Northern Ireland has built an outstanding international reputation as a place where great stories are brought to life. From our highly skilled workforce to our state-of-the-art production infrastructure, we offer a complete and competitive production ecosystem.
“Engaging directly with major studios in Los Angeles allows us to deepen partnerships, showcase new capabilities in virtual production, and ensure Northern Ireland remains firmly on the global production map.”
The Minister also attended the annual Oscar Wilde Awards, hosted by the US-Ireland Alliance, which celebrate Irish and Irish-American achievements in film and television.