Film Commissions
Film Commissions
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Fresno County Film Commission
Full-service regional film commission (FLICS member), available 24/7 for assistance with location scouting and as a liaison with local businesses, government and regulatory agencies.
Giles County Tourism
The Giles Film Office's role is to assist the production company on the community level by connecting them with the local services that they require for their film project.
Glenwood Springs Film Commission
The State of Colorado offers film incentives for hiring and using Colorado talent.
Location Library
Production Resources
From accessible waterfalls to mountain roads, from upscale mountain homes to Victorian architecture, from underground caverns to majestic mountains, this area has it all.Home of the World's Largest Hot Springs Pool and Glenwood Caverns.
Greater Cleveland Film Commission
Tax rebate of 30% on all qualifying Ohio expenditures, with a minimum spend of $300,000. $40 million annual cap. No per-project cap.
For more information, visit http://www.clevelandfilm.com/incentives/
For more information, visit http://www.clevelandfilm.com/incentives/
The vision of the Greater Cleveland Film Commission (GCFC) is to achieve increased economic development in Northeast Ohio by using the artistic and culturally enriching activities of film and other media production to strengthen the workforce, support the media production industry and attract media production to the region.
Greater Erie Film Office
PENNSYLVANIA FILM TAX CREDIT INCENTIVE
Pennsylvania will provide up to a 25% Film Production Tax Credit for film production expenses incurred in the Commonwealth. In order to qualify for the tax credit, 60 percent of the total production expenses must be incurred in Pennsylvania. A qualified PA expense is a production expense that is subject to PA taxes. There are no per project minimums and no per project caps. Qualified projects will be awarded credits available under the $60 million tax credit. Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received.
Eligibility
Projects eligible for tax credits under the Program include: the production of a feature film, a television film, a television talk or game show series, a television commercial, a television pilot or each episode of a television series intended as programming for a national audience.
Terms
Applications may be filed no sooner than 90 days prior to the start date of principal photography in the Commonwealth. The Commonwealth will be reviewing and approving application packages within a 90 day period: July 1st through September 30th; October 1st through December 31st; January 1st through March 31st; and April 1st through June 30th.
FREE USE OF STATE-OWNED PROPERTY
Except for extraordinary activities, no department or agency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania may charge a fee or other cost, except the actual costs incurred by the affected department or agency, for the use of State-owned property for the purpose of making commercial motion pictures.
Pennsylvania will provide up to a 25% Film Production Tax Credit for film production expenses incurred in the Commonwealth. In order to qualify for the tax credit, 60 percent of the total production expenses must be incurred in Pennsylvania. A qualified PA expense is a production expense that is subject to PA taxes. There are no per project minimums and no per project caps. Qualified projects will be awarded credits available under the $60 million tax credit. Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received.
Eligibility
Projects eligible for tax credits under the Program include: the production of a feature film, a television film, a television talk or game show series, a television commercial, a television pilot or each episode of a television series intended as programming for a national audience.
Terms
Applications may be filed no sooner than 90 days prior to the start date of principal photography in the Commonwealth. The Commonwealth will be reviewing and approving application packages within a 90 day period: July 1st through September 30th; October 1st through December 31st; January 1st through March 31st; and April 1st through June 30th.
FREE USE OF STATE-OWNED PROPERTY
Except for extraordinary activities, no department or agency of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania may charge a fee or other cost, except the actual costs incurred by the affected department or agency, for the use of State-owned property for the purpose of making commercial motion pictures.
The Greater Erie Film Office fosters awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the art of film while providing assistance, support, and education for regional film production.
Since 2014, The Greater Erie Film Office (GEFO) has been Northwestern Pennsylvania's only State recognized film office with Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) membership and credentials. They want to rely on a local film commissioner who truly understands their needs and can make filming in the region a success. Offering unique local insights coupled with global production capabilities, the AFCI and its more than 300 Member Film Commissions are consistently regarded by the industry as top-notch, trusted resources. The Greater Erie Film Office is devoted to the business of facilitating film and television production activity, which generates billions of dollars annually. We provide invaluable tools for industry decision makers searching for the right location, production resources, and getting the most for every dollar spent.
Since 2014, The Greater Erie Film Office (GEFO) has been Northwestern Pennsylvania's only State recognized film office with Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) membership and credentials. They want to rely on a local film commissioner who truly understands their needs and can make filming in the region a success. Offering unique local insights coupled with global production capabilities, the AFCI and its more than 300 Member Film Commissions are consistently regarded by the industry as top-notch, trusted resources. The Greater Erie Film Office is devoted to the business of facilitating film and television production activity, which generates billions of dollars annually. We provide invaluable tools for industry decision makers searching for the right location, production resources, and getting the most for every dollar spent.
Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward Office of Film, Music & Entertainment
The Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County OFE may provide a cash rebate for qualified production expenditures of up to $150,000 for film, TV, commercials, Independent & Emerging, music video and still projects. The incentives are awarded to projects filming and housed for the duration of the production in Broward County. These rebates are limited to a first come, first serve basis. Project completion, Pre production budgets and post production reconciliation budget will need to be provided to the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward Office of Film & Entertainment for receipt of rebate. Projects must have proof of financing prior to applying. The CVB's Office of Film & Entertainment reserves the right to disqualify projects at anytime should agreed upon requirements not be met and delivered. For further details on the rebate program for each queue, contact Noelle P. Stevenson, Vice President, Film, Music, Entertainment & Creative Industries, Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward Office of Film & Entertainment at 954-767-2440.
We are pleased to provide professional assistance to production companies that are interested in, or have chosen, Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County for a project.
Our services include:
- Assistance in obtaining permits where needed. Film permits are required for production projects on public property in Broward County. There is no fee for Broward film permits. Depending upon the scope of the project, specific permits may be necessary, such as: tent, pyrotechnic, firearm, or environmental. A Certificate of Insurance which additionally insures the municipality in which you choose to work is also required.
- Assistance in finding production-friendly accommodations
- Site tours and location suggestions
- Production offices and sound stages. Greater Fort Lauderdale was voted Best Studio and Warehouse Space in South Florida.
- Assistance in contacting local, state and federal agencies
- Crew and production service referrals
- Still photography and video
- Local contacts and introductions
- We provide a Preferred Production Pass (P3) for your executives and crew, with access to special values and offers from more than 50 local vendors, during your stay.
Greater Rome Convention & Visitors Bureau
Georgia's Rome & Floyd County are recognized as one of 16 counties in the state of Georgia that are Camera Ready Communities! This certification means the Greater Rome Convention & Visitors Bureau is prepared to scout locations and host successful filming productions.
Hawaii Island Film Office
The State offers a 25% tax credit to qualified productions on Hawaiii Island. That is 5% MORE than what you will get in Honolulu, Oahu! Hawaiii 's Film incentives are generous and straightforward including more than you can get from other locations around the world. The Hawaiii Island tax credit is extremely generous including above-the-line and non-residents with a minimum spend of $200,000 and a maximum credit of $15,000,000.
With our advanced connectivity through private fiber, it is time to rethink Hawaii Island for your post production needs. Take advantage of our tax credit for post, vfx, and utilize our remote collaboration tools!
With our advanced connectivity through private fiber, it is time to rethink Hawaii Island for your post production needs. Take advantage of our tax credit for post, vfx, and utilize our remote collaboration tools!
Hawaii Island offers a diverse landscape that can double for locations from all around the world. The Hawaii Island Film Office is standing by to help. Enjoy direct flights and close proximity to the Mainland US. Put your talent up in some of the best hotels and resorts in the world, just minutes from set! Push your dailies back to the studio real-time with our private fiber!
Haywood County Film Office
The Haywood County Tourism Development Authority has officially revived the Haywood County Film Office. Becky Seymour, Video Marketing Manager of the Haywood TDA, is determined to draw more TV and Film Production to Haywood County. The Haywood County TDA is currently working side by side with Advantage West, out of Asheville, and supplies information on Haywood County when presented with Location requests for TV and Film.
Hermosa Beach Community Resources Department
The City of Hermosa Beach welcomes businesses and individuals that wish to engage in commercial filming, videotaping or still photography.
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