Creative industries in Prince Edward County consist of enterprising people with creative sensibilities. Prince Edward County was founded on people, enterprise and creativity. We have a thriving creative industry with diverse opportunities ready for the taking. A 2006 study for the Ontario Arts Council said the County has the most artists as a percentage of the local labour force than any other county outside Toronto. People who specialize in design or multi-media or film and video production have gravitated here to be surrounded by rural calm and a like-minded peer group. These people are using the internet to live their dream while catering to clients across the country. Enterprising people have already tethered here, and you’re invited to harness your creativity and come join us!
Meet Dave and Stacey Hatch of WhistleStop Productions
WhistleStop Productions just won’t stop. The husband-and-wife team of Dave and Stacey Hatch moved their television production company from Toronto to a converted church in Bloomfield ten years ago, planning to pursue a slower, better lifestyle for themselves and their two children. Dave says their business tripled when they left the city.
WhistleStop travels all over North America creating programming like Degree Poker Championship, seen on ESPN in 41 countries, and the motorcycle magazine show, Motorcycle Experience, now in its 20th season on TSN. The Bloomfield studios boast four editing suites and specialized video production equipment as well as graphic design and voice-over capabilities.
Vinyl Cafe: Why Picton’s Main Street
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