Film Commissions
Film Commissions
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Northeast Pennsylvania Regional Film Office
The State of Pennsylvania has a Tax Incentive program for projects looking to shoot in the Commonwealth. In addition all state lands are available to use for projects at no cost (they do require a permit). With amazing locations throughout the State, Pennsylvania has the perfect mix of talent for any production. Northeastern Pennsylvania is generally permit free and the local communities are supportive of the industry.
The NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA REGIONAL FILM OFFICE is dedicated to developing and sustaining the film and media industry in Northeastern Pennsylvania. We provide assistance for individuals and organizations engaged in film, television, advertising, documentary, corporate video, video gaming and still photography production in the state.
Northeast Texas Regional Film Commission
FILM & TELEVISION PROJECTS:
Base Incentive Rate 5% - 20%
*Underutilized or Economically Distressed Areas Incentive Additional 2.5%
Minimum In-state Spend 5% for $250,000 - $1 million
10% for $1 million - $3.5 million
20% for $3.5 million+
Qualifying Expenses Wages, Invoices and Petty Cash
Per Project Cap None
Qualified Labor First $1 million of each Texas Resident
Program Qualifications 70% of paid crew and 70% of paid cast members, including extras, must be Texas Residents
60% of total production days must be completed in Texas
Feature Films
Documentaries
Episodic Television Series
Television Episodes
Television Movies
Miniseries
Interstitial Television Programming
Nationally Syndicated Talk Show
For Reality Television see separate section below.
Program Overview
Texas spending can include eligible pre-production, production and post-production expenditures.
This is taken from http://gov.texas.gov/film/incentives/miiip
Base Incentive Rate 5% - 20%
*Underutilized or Economically Distressed Areas Incentive Additional 2.5%
Minimum In-state Spend 5% for $250,000 - $1 million
10% for $1 million - $3.5 million
20% for $3.5 million+
Qualifying Expenses Wages, Invoices and Petty Cash
Per Project Cap None
Qualified Labor First $1 million of each Texas Resident
Program Qualifications 70% of paid crew and 70% of paid cast members, including extras, must be Texas Residents
60% of total production days must be completed in Texas
Feature Films
Documentaries
Episodic Television Series
Television Episodes
Television Movies
Miniseries
Interstitial Television Programming
Nationally Syndicated Talk Show
For Reality Television see separate section below.
Program Overview
Texas spending can include eligible pre-production, production and post-production expenditures.
This is taken from http://gov.texas.gov/film/incentives/miiip
The Northeast Texas Regional Film Commission promotes 21 counties in the upper "Right Corner of Texas" to all facets of the film industry. Check out our photo library on website at www.netexasmovies.com. We have much diversity in our 21 counties.
Ojai City Manager's Office
The City Manager's Office is your one-stop shop for Film Permits in the City of Ojai.
Oklahoma Film + Music Office
The Sooner State should be on the radar of any filmmaker looking to shoot in America's heartland, as it offers one of the highest base rebate percentages in the nation at 35%. An additional 2% can be obtained by utilizing Oklahoma's bustling music and recording scene in the production, and with a low minimum spend of only $50K (at least $25K of which must be local spend), even small independent films will find the OK incentive easily accessible. There are no caps for how much a single project may obtain in rebates, but keep in mind the program has an annual cap of $5M, distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Created in 1979, the Oklahoma Film + Music Office strives to share all that Oklahoma has to offer by welcoming filmmakers and music professionals to that state by creating a network of support to develop Oklahoma's film and music industries.
Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau
Make the Olympic Peninsula the location choice for your next project! We will be glad to help you in any way we can, and let us show you why we live in a picture postcard and wouldn't live anywhere but here! Washington State's Olympic Peninsula is located just northwest of Seattle and is accessible by ferry, plane, boat or highway. From lush rain forests to wild beaches to snowy mountains, we've got you covered!
Orange County Film Commission
The state of California has its film and television tax credit program of $330 million a year, which includes a 5% "uplift" for qualifying projects which shoot outside the 30-mile studio zone.
Location Library
Production Resources
The Orange County Film Commission serves to attract, retain, and facilitate filming and media production. The OC has 42 miles of coast, diverse sites, and 11 of its 37 cities are in the studio zone.
Orange County NY Film Office
Film Production Credit:
- 30% fully refundable tax credit on qualified production and post-production expenses incurred during production/post production in New York State.
Post Production Credit:
- 30%-35% on qualified post-production expenses incurred in New York State. This program is for productions which are not eligible for the film production tax credit program.
Commercial Credit:
- 5% on qualified production expenses for commercials and a 20% annual growth credit. Applications submitted annually.
- 30% fully refundable tax credit on qualified production and post-production expenses incurred during production/post production in New York State.
Post Production Credit:
- 30%-35% on qualified post-production expenses incurred in New York State. This program is for productions which are not eligible for the film production tax credit program.
Commercial Credit:
- 5% on qualified production expenses for commercials and a 20% annual growth credit. Applications submitted annually.
Our mission is as follows: To increase and maintain film and video production in the county; To be a central contact point for production companies and communicate information regarding local film procedures, permits and guidelines; and to serve as liaison with government departments and agencies, connect filmmakers with local communities, and assist in arranging for filming on public and private property.
Oregon Film
Oregon offers a host of generous incentive programs to help your bottom line. Our incentive programs rebate:
- 20% of your Oregon-based goods and services
- An additional cash payment of up to 16.2% of wages paid to production personnel
Unlike other states' programs, these incentives are cash rebates as opposed to tax credits. This enables us to deliver you a check quickly and efficiently. Additionally, Oregon's lack of any sales tax on goods and services can immediately save you 7 to 8 percent.
- 20% of your Oregon-based goods and services
- An additional cash payment of up to 16.2% of wages paid to production personnel
Unlike other states' programs, these incentives are cash rebates as opposed to tax credits. This enables us to deliver you a check quickly and efficiently. Additionally, Oregon's lack of any sales tax on goods and services can immediately save you 7 to 8 percent.
The Governor's Office of Film & Television has been helping productions find, secure, and utilize our magnificent locations since 1968. Our mission is to promote the development of the film, video, and multimedia industry in Oregon and to enhance the industry's revenues, profile, and reputation within Oregon and among the industry internationally.
Orlando Film Commission
Well known as the world's premier tourist destination, Orlando is also a leading destination for film, television, commercial and web production. State-of-the-art soundstages and unique locations have made the region one of the busiest production centers in the United States.
The Orlando region covers Orange, Seminole, Lake and Osceola counties and the City of Orlando, extending over 4,012 square miles. Rolling hills, wild swamps and jungles, unspoiled pastures and great bodies of water paint a diverse landscape that can fit almost every location need. The Gulf of Mexico to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east are approximately a one-hour drive away. There are urban pockets, quiet suburbs, and winding roads leading to rustic, small towns. In the midst of it all, palatial estates, ranging from Georgian to Mediterranean, outline well-manicured golf courses and more great bodies of water.
The Orlando region covers Orange, Seminole, Lake and Osceola counties and the City of Orlando, extending over 4,012 square miles. Rolling hills, wild swamps and jungles, unspoiled pastures and great bodies of water paint a diverse landscape that can fit almost every location need. The Gulf of Mexico to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east are approximately a one-hour drive away. There are urban pockets, quiet suburbs, and winding roads leading to rustic, small towns. In the midst of it all, palatial estates, ranging from Georgian to Mediterranean, outline well-manicured golf courses and more great bodies of water.
Paradise Coast Film Commission
In addition to our climate and varied locations here are some additional reasons to film in Florida. Learn about various tax advantages and exemptions, travel and lodging discounts, and other incentives available when you bring your production to our state.
Welcome to the filming destination of your dreams. With year-round warm weather, diverse locations, expert local support, and production services and accommodations that are easy on the bottom line, Florida's Paradise Coast is Production Paradise.
Bigger than some states, Florida's Paradise Coast offers a broad array of choices for shooting. Located in Southwest Florida, the region is composed of three main areas: Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades. You'll find broad white sand beaches and piers, quaint Mediterranean-influenced architecture, a charming downtown, historic districts, farms and ranchlands, Native American culture, unique wildlife, and subtropical wilderness. We are the western gateway to the Everglades National Park and we also have the Fakahatchee State Preserve and the Big Cypress National Preserve in our backyard.
Arriving in the Paradise Coast is surprisingly easy by either interstate or plane. Accommodations range from world-class beach and golf resorts to elegant boutique hotels and charming beach rentals, so you can find the best lodging for the best value.
The Paradise Coast Film Commission is a full-service agency, ready to help make productions run smoothly, on time and on budget. From permitting to location scouting to support services and accommodations, we will help ensure your production is a success.
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