Postproduction Services & Other Motion Picture & Video Industries
Key Figures
Figures are published for NAICS 51219 directly.
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Official definition
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing postproduction services and other services to the motion picture industry, including specialized motion picture or video postproduction services, such as editing, film/tape transfers, titling, subtitling, credits, closed captioning, and computer-produced graphics, animation and special effects, as well as developing and processing motion picture film.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
Illustrative examples
- Motion picture film laboratories
- Stock footage film libraries
- Postproduction facilities
- Teleproduction services
Which code does this activity belong in?
Code 51219 covers establishments that provide specialized services for motion pictures and videos after production is complete, such as editing, graphics, animation, special effects, and film processing. These postproduction service providers differ from motion picture and video production establishments in 51211, which handle the creation and filming of content itself. Code 51219 also excludes distribution operations classified in 51212 and exhibition venues classified in 51213.