Office of Economic Opportunity and Creative Economy
Economic Opportunity

Executive's Small Business Awards
Applications for the 2025 Executive's Small Business Awards are open.
To apply, or for more information, please visit the Small Business Awards page.
Creative Economy

The creative economy refers to sectors that are based on creative and intellectual assets, rather than traditional commodities or services. King County’s creative economy is comprised of working creative laborers, nonprofit organizations, and small businesses in the creative sector. It encompasses a wide range of activities including arts, design, media, architecture, fashion, advertising, gaming, and more.
Learn more about OEOCE's role in the King County creative economy
Harbor Island Studios

Harbor Island Studios is a 117,000 square-foot facility with two sound stages, located in an industrial area of South Seattle.
Learn more about Harbor Island Studios
Film permitting in King County

Interested in shooting a film in King County? Learn about the types of locations that require permits and how to obtain one.
Regional music industry and artists

OEOCE supports the workers and artists of the regional music scene in many ways, including through the annual Cloudbreak Music Festival.
Information and resources for regional music industry workers and artists
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