Discover Dunwoody Partners with RE:IMAGINE to Support Next Generation of Storytellers

Discover Dunwoody announces a strategic partnership with RE:IMAGINE, a leading force in Atlanta’s film industry youth development, to support emerging storytellers and film professionals in one of the world’s fastest-growing entertainment markets.

Published on Nov 20, 2024

Through this innovative partnership, guests booking accommodations through https://dis-dun.me/reimagine for any of Dunwoody’s ten premier hotels will automatically generate a donation to RE:IMAGINE. These hotels offer production crews, industry professionals, and film enthusiasts convenient access to Atlanta’s thriving film and entertainment shooting locations, while being just steps away from 200 dining establishments, 300 retail locations, and innovative entertainment venues including Puttshack and Game Show Battle Rooms.

“This partnership represents our commitment to supporting Georgia’s booming creative economy while investing in its future talent,” said Mark Galvin, Vice President of Marketing at Discover Dunwoody. “By choosing to stay in Dunwoody, entertainment industry professionals contribute directly to fostering the next generation of Georgia’s creative talent.”

Founded in 2014, RE:IMAGINE has established itself as a vital force in creating opportunities for marginalized youth in the film and creative media industry. The organization’s impact includes:

  • Reaching over 5,000 youth from over 45 schools (+700 active program participants in 2024)
  • 30+ Employer Partners, providing paid opportunities and hands-on training for program participants
  • 100+work placements for Apprentices in the past two years, with opportunities to create content for partners like NBC Universal and Warner Bros. Discovery
  • Providing industry training to more than 200 high school audio-visual teachers
  • Creating more than 200 digital assets, including music videos, documentaries, and podcasts

“RE:IMAGINE equips tomorrow’s force of top quality, diverse storytellers by training untapped junior talent, collaborating and placing talent with brands and industry leaders, and showcasing the creative potential of the next generation,” said Julie Foster Straw, Executive Director of RE:IMAGINE. “This partnership with Discover Dunwoody will help us continue building an inclusive and equitable environment for emerging talent and reach more young leaders in storytelling.”

Visitors can book their stay and support this initiative by visiting Discover Dunwoody’s hotel reservation platform at https://dis-dun.me/reimagine.