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Northwest Territories Film Commission
The NWT Film Rebate Program provides financial incentives to productions filming on-location in the NWT. Program categories include a 20-35% cash rebate for the purchase of goods and services, travel to/within the NWT and wages for the training and hire of local residents, particularly in recognized film industry positions.
There are three categories to the NWT Film Rebate Program:
1.NWT Labour/Training Rebate
20 percent rebate for eligible NWT Labour.
An additional 15 percent rebate for Recognized Positions or for NWT Resident candidates receiving on-set training.
2. NWT Expenditure Rebate
20 percent rebate for all Goods and Services that qualify as NWT Spend purchased and consumed in the NWT.
An additional 15 percent rebate for Goods and Services for productions shooting outside of Yellowknife city limits.
3.NWT Travel Rebate
Ten percent rebate for travel to/from the NWT from anywhere in the world (south of the 60th Parallel).
30 percent rebate for travel within the NWT (excluding aerial photography).
More info can be found here: http://www.nwtfilm.com/rebate
There are three categories to the NWT Film Rebate Program:
1.NWT Labour/Training Rebate
20 percent rebate for eligible NWT Labour.
An additional 15 percent rebate for Recognized Positions or for NWT Resident candidates receiving on-set training.
2. NWT Expenditure Rebate
20 percent rebate for all Goods and Services that qualify as NWT Spend purchased and consumed in the NWT.
An additional 15 percent rebate for Goods and Services for productions shooting outside of Yellowknife city limits.
3.NWT Travel Rebate
Ten percent rebate for travel to/from the NWT from anywhere in the world (south of the 60th Parallel).
30 percent rebate for travel within the NWT (excluding aerial photography).
More info can be found here: http://www.nwtfilm.com/rebate
With Unique Settings, Colorful Characters and Natural Backdrops, The Northwest Territories has amazing potential for film and television production - from its land and history to its people and spirit.
Nottawasaga Futures
The Film Liaison at Nottawasaga Futures is committed to assisting you in all aspects of your film project. We can help you find what you need to complete your production, from scouting the perfect location to connecting to local businesses for services and goods. Since 2001, our office has been the liaison between local host communities, residents, and production companies to ensure a positive experience for all involved while filming in any of our partner municipalities, being the Township of Adjala-Tosorontio, Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury, Township of Essa, Town of Innisfil, and the Town of New Tecumseth.
Nunavut Film Development Corporation
The Nunavut Film Development Corporation (NFDC) is the film commission and funding agent for the territory and is responsible for fostering and promoting the development and growth of the film, television and digital media industry in Nunavut.
Ojai City Manager's Office
The City Manager's Office is your one-stop shop for Film Permits in the City of Ojai.
Okanagan Film Commission
http://www.creativebc.com/programs/tax-credits/
The Okanagan Film Commission provides strategic leadership and assistance to the film, television, animation and digital screen-based media sectors in the Similkameen & Boundary areas, as well as the South, Central and North Okanagan.
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!
Ontario Media Development Corporation/Ontario Film Commission
Visit the OMDC website for detailed information on the various tax credits available in the Province of Ontario. Call (416) 314-6858 and request to speak with the Tax Credits Business Officer should you have further inquiries.
The OMDC's Film Commission Group assists qualified producers, studios, and networks in determining that Ontario has the looks they need for their next television, film, or digital project. The Locations Database is a password protected site with over 11,000 distinct location files and over 300,000 images. Contact us if you wish to explore Ontario's many varied location options for your production.
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.
Panama Film Commission
We offer 6% Cash Back on the total spent in the country of Panama.Minimum spend is 3M and maximum is 40M.
There are no other requirements to be elegible, as long as the money comes from outside Panama.
There are no other requirements to be elegible, as long as the money comes from outside Panama.
The Panama Film Commission is a division under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, created to promote and facilitate the filming industry to be developed in this country by giving the producers and directors of movies and tv programs the support and benefits in order to open new opportunities in our country.
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.
Pasadena Film Office
The Pasadena Film Office coordinates all on-location production (features, television series, commercials, student films, independent films, still fashion shoots, etc.
Pennsylvania Film Office
Pennsylvania offers a 25% Tax Credit to films that spend at least 60% of their total production budget in the Commonwealth.
The Pennsylvania Film Office assist production looking for locations and filming in the Commonwealth.
Pensacola Film Office
With Pensacola's natural beauty, historic sites, ideal temperate weather and a genuine welcome from our hospitality community, many scouts look to this area for filming, whether it be an independent film, major production or well-known television show.
Philadelphia - Greater Philadelphia Film Office
Pennsylvania offers a 25% Tax Credit to films that spend at least 60% of their total production budget in the Commonwealth. Projects eligible for Film Tax Credits under the Program are: 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 a programming for a national audience. Applications may be filed no sooner than 90 days prior to the start date of principal photography in the Commonwealth. We 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. Film Tax Credit Guidelines 2016
The Greater Philadelphia Film Office (GPFO) is a "film commission" representing southeastern Pennsylvania that officially serves the counties of Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia.
Phoenix Film Office
The city of Phoenix Film Office is your ultimate resource for everything you need to film in Phoenix, providing hassle-free service.
Piedmont Triad Film Commission
NC currently offers a film grant. For feature films, you must spend $5 million dollars to qualify. The cap per feature film project is $5 million. For commercial productions the minimum spend is $1 million and for TV series, the minimum spend is $1 million per episode with a $10 million cap per project.
The Piedmont Triad Film Commission represents 12 counties surrounding the three major cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem & High Point in central NC. We offer crew and a wide variety of locations.
Pittsburgh Film Office
The Pittsburgh Film Office markets the greater Southwestern Pennsylvania region as a great location for movie, television, and commercial productions. Since its inception in 1990, the PFO has assisted more than 135 feature films and television productions to Southwestern Pennsylvania. These productions have brought in one billion dollars, making a significant economic impact in our region.
To facilitate filming in the Pittsburgh area, the PFO provides information on the region, locations, vendors, and crew; and coordinates government and business offices in support of a production. It also serves as a conduit for information, providing assistance to local filmmakers and the local film industry throughout the region.
To facilitate filming in the Pittsburgh area, the PFO provides information on the region, locations, vendors, and crew; and coordinates government and business offices in support of a production. It also serves as a conduit for information, providing assistance to local filmmakers and the local film industry throughout the region.
Placer-Lake Tahoe Film Office
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Production Resources
For almost 100 years directors have been filming in Placer County, from Charlie Chaplin to Coppola to Spike Jonze. To continue that tradition our office provides location assistance, free county film permits, local resources, and community support to help expedite the pre-production and production process.
We're located just over an hour flight from Los Angeles in Northern California, just east of San Francisco.
Our diverse locations extend from 90' to over 9000, all within 90 miles. From the snowy slopes and sapphire and emerald waters of Lake Tahoe to flat, rural Mid-Western farmlands there are a wealth of locations from which to choose: white water rapids and rivers, hi tech firms and architecture, small towns, vistas, and vineyards (Wise Villa Winery was named top winery of the year at the 2015 California State Fair). We also have the highest bridge in California, and all types of roads and homes. We double nicely as a cross-section of the US (The Muppets, HBO's Cinema Verite), and in the springtime you can often film four seasons in one weekend!
Proud member of the Film Liaisons in California Statewide (FLICS) since 2005.
Quebec City Film & Television Office
QUEBEC offers some of the most advantageous cash rebates available in North America:
20 % cash-back on all expenses
In Quebec, the tax credit is based on all expenditures and the producer is not required to release the film in Quebec. This tax credit corresponds to 20% of all expenditures, with no prescribed limit, paid to Quebec residents or Quebec companies.
At the federal level, you get an additional tax incentive of 16%, net of any assistance, of eligible labour expenditures within Canada (CISP).
Also, a in partnership with the Major Events Office, the City of Quebec offers a 30% discount on the cost of city services provided during filming.
20 % cash-back on all expenses
In Quebec, the tax credit is based on all expenditures and the producer is not required to release the film in Quebec. This tax credit corresponds to 20% of all expenditures, with no prescribed limit, paid to Quebec residents or Quebec companies.
At the federal level, you get an additional tax incentive of 16%, net of any assistance, of eligible labour expenditures within Canada (CISP).
Also, a in partnership with the Major Events Office, the City of Quebec offers a 30% discount on the cost of city services provided during filming.
Quebec City offers the charm of European scenery, magnificent landscapes and winter views. Its Film and Television office, as part as the Major event Office, works closely with producers to help facilitate and coordinate their film and television productions by offering quotes, location scouting, a pool of skilled technicians and workers, issuing filming and parking permits and coordinating city services.
Quebec Film & Television Council
QUEBEC offers some of the most advantageous cash rebates available in North America:
- 20 % cash-back on all expenses
- 16 % Labor-based computer-aided special effects and animation & Shooting of scenes in front of a chroma-key screen activities.
- No minimum spend, no caps
In Quebec, the tax credit is based on all expenditures and the producer is not required to release the film in Quebec.
This tax credit corresponds to 20% of all expenditures, with no prescribed limit, paid to Quebec residents or Quebec companies.
For digital special effects (VFX) and computer animation, a 16% tax credit enhancement is added, on extended eligible labor. Equally, filming in front of a green screen is included in the credit enhancement.
At the federal level, you get an additional tax incentive of 16%, net of any assistance, of eligible labour expenditures within Canada (CISP).
YOUR TOTAL EFFECTIVE TAX CREDIT COULD REACH UP TO 38.4%. For further details, please contact us at 514-499-7070 or toll free at 1-866-320-3456.
Please visit our website : http://www.qftc.ca/tax-incentives/information/
- 20 % cash-back on all expenses
- 16 % Labor-based computer-aided special effects and animation & Shooting of scenes in front of a chroma-key screen activities.
- No minimum spend, no caps
In Quebec, the tax credit is based on all expenditures and the producer is not required to release the film in Quebec.
This tax credit corresponds to 20% of all expenditures, with no prescribed limit, paid to Quebec residents or Quebec companies.
For digital special effects (VFX) and computer animation, a 16% tax credit enhancement is added, on extended eligible labor. Equally, filming in front of a green screen is included in the credit enhancement.
At the federal level, you get an additional tax incentive of 16%, net of any assistance, of eligible labour expenditures within Canada (CISP).
YOUR TOTAL EFFECTIVE TAX CREDIT COULD REACH UP TO 38.4%. For further details, please contact us at 514-499-7070 or toll free at 1-866-320-3456.
Please visit our website : http://www.qftc.ca/tax-incentives/information/
The Quebec Film and Television Council (QFTC) is a non-profit organization that contributes to the development and competitiveness of Quebec as a world-class multi-screen production centre. As an economic development agency, its mission is to generate investment in Quebec by relying on competitive tax incentive programs, the expertise of industry members, architectural diversity, the quality of infrastructure and the industry's ability to export its products to foreign markets.
The QFTC receives support from its Prestige Partners: National Bank, IATSE 514, the Place d'Armes, Intercontinental, Ritz Carlton and Corporate Stays hotels, Technicolor and Miller Thompson, as well as assistance from various federal, provincial and municipal governmental departments.
For more details www.qftc.caRGV Film Commission
Administered by the Texas Film Commission, the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program is cash grant based on in-state spending on feature film, television and commercial projects that offer up to 22.5% back depending on production spend.
The incentive has three tiers based on spend:
5% for $250,000 - $1 million
10% for $1 million - $3.5 million
20% for $3.5 million & up
The incentive has three tiers based on spend:
5% for $250,000 - $1 million
10% for $1 million - $3.5 million
20% for $3.5 million & up
Our mission at The RGV Film Commission is to create new jobs and increase the economic vitality of the region by developing a profitable film industry.
Opportunities to film not only throughout the Rio Grande Valley but also in towns across the border, such as Reynosa and Progreso.
The RGV film commission includes all of Hidalgo, Willacy, Starr and Cameron Counties to serve for your filming location.
Over 330 days of sunshine and warm temperatures year around make our area ideal for filming
The RGV has many of the amenities of a big city but with the charm of a small town.
Why film in the Rio Grande Valley?
The Rio Grande Valley is located in the southern most region of the state of Texas. Located on the U.S. - Mexico border, the Rio Grande Valley is a culturally rich area. Once an agricultural community, this area has evolved into a growing metropolitan region. According to the Forbes list of fasting growing cities in the United States, the Rio Grande valley is an ideal market for up and coming businesses and entrepreneurs. With an array of scenic attractions, the Rio Grande Valley attracts tourists year round.
From the beaches of South Padre Island, to the historic birding center in Roma, the Rio Grande Valley is visually entertaining. And, with a combination of the new and the old, and eleven different ecosystems, the Rio Grande Valley can substitute for many different regions. As an additional benefit, labor costs are very low.
There may be both state and local permits that need to be acquired when filming. The state permits required by the State of Texas can be found on Governor Rick Perry's website. Also, each city in the Rio Grande Valley will vary in the permits one needs to obtain, but we will help you to obtain what you require for each step of your filming process.
Rhode Island Film & Television Office
25% transferable tax credit on qualifying expenses. Minimum $100,000 on the ground spend.
The Rhode Island Film & Television Office, a state agency under the Rhode Island State Council of the Arts (RISCA), exists to promote Rhode Island as the ideal site for film and television projects, and to help our state's film and video artists, and others, benefit from their filmmaking experience in the Ocean State).
Riverside County Film Commission
Free Film Permits in unincorporated areas or any County owned property.
No location fee at any County owned property.
No TOT tax when filming in an unincorporated area of the County.
No location fee at any County owned property.
No TOT tax when filming in an unincorporated area of the County.
The Riverside County Film Commission provides a single resource to the film community to find locations and apply for permits within Riverside County. Our County is film friendly and our office offers concierge service to productions.
Rochester/Finger Lakes Film Commission
NYS Film Incentive program, with an additional 10% on some qualified spending in this region.
Full service film commission, Strongest infrastructure in Upstate New York. Experienced crew base, affordable locations and seamless permit process.
San Bernardino County Film Office
Our region is eligible for the California State Tax Incentive. If you have the incentive, you will get an additional 5% if you shoot in our County.
Production Resources
San Bernardino County Economic Development Agency specializes in obtaining film permits for the entertainment industry. Our dedication to the working at the speed of business is priority one. We provide answers and solutions to the impossible. Our knowledgeable and friendly staff are hallmarks of our service.
Permit Coordination
We will coordinate your film permit by phone or email. Our team of film permit experts will expedite a concise application, provide you with the necessary insurance and film permit requirements, solve any problems, keep you up to date of the process, and deliver the permit in a timely manner.
Permit Coordination
We will coordinate your film permit by phone or email. Our team of film permit experts will expedite a concise application, provide you with the necessary insurance and film permit requirements, solve any problems, keep you up to date of the process, and deliver the permit in a timely manner.
San Jose Film Office
The San Jose Film office serves as a resource to help you and your crew, however big or small, with the right contacts for permitting, scheduling, and other assistance you may need while here in the heart of Silicon Valley.
San Luis Obispo County Film Commission
Private properties with no permits required and low permitting fees for county and city locations.
Production Resources
The San Luis Obispo County Film Commission is a department of Visit San Luis Obispo County and offers a variety of services to fit your production needs whether they are in feature films, commercials, television, or still photography.
San Mateo County/Silicon Valley Film Commission
www.filmsanmateocounty.com
Location Library
www.filmsanmateocounty.com
Santa Barbara County Film Commission
Qualified commercial or feature film projects can receive cah incentives towards payment of permit and Police/CHP costs.
Feast your eyes on our sumptuous Spanish architecture, as it sweeps you back a century or two - to California's gold rush era.
Santa Barbara County boasts historic estates and modern mansions, formal gardens, both urban and remote and untouched beaches, historic ranches and small towns, massive dunes and so much more.
We have been shot for Italy, France, India, Africa, Mexico, Afghanistan, and many more places--
Santa Barbara County boasts historic estates and modern mansions, formal gardens, both urban and remote and untouched beaches, historic ranches and small towns, massive dunes and so much more.
We have been shot for Italy, France, India, Africa, Mexico, Afghanistan, and many more places--
Santa Clarita Film Office
Santa Clarita's varied topography, 20+ sound stages, 10+ movie ranches, and thousands of film-friendly locations combined with the City's location within the "30-Mile Zone," make it one of the most filmed areas in California.
Santa Cruz County Film Commission
The Santa Cruz County Film Commission assists with film permits, locations, and provides information on crew, equipment and support services for feature films, commercials, television, and still photography shoots.
Sarasota County Film & Entertainment Office
We offer an up-to-100% cash rebate incentive program here in Sarasota County! see the link for more details. http://www.filmsarasota.com/incentives/
Sarasota County is a fabulous place on the gorgeous west side of the state (Florida's Fresh Face), along the Gulf of Mexico, with three cities, one town, five barrier islands, and many beaches (including some voted as having the softest/whitest sugar sand in the world), great accommodations (from the VIP lodging at the Ritz-Carlton to the below the line budget-minded), outstanding fine dining to bar food extraordinaire, and looks from urban to rural and most everything in between.
We are here to serve you: anything else you need, please don't hesitate to ask. We can and do assist with everything from scouting and photography to intergovernmental liaison.
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We are here to serve you: anything else you need, please don't hesitate to ask. We can and do assist with everything from scouting and photography to intergovernmental liaison.
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Savannah Film Office
Georgia Tax Incentive
The Georgia Film, Music & Digital Entertainment Office offers Georgia production incentives up to 30 percent of your Georgia production expenditures in transferable tax credits.
The program is available for qualifying projects, including feature films, television series, commercials, music videos, animation and game development.
Georgia Tax Incentive Highlights:
20 percent base transferable tax credit
10 percent Georgia Entertainment Promotion with inclusion of Georgia logo on approved projects
$500,000 minimum spent to qualify
No limits or caps on Georgia spend, no sunset clause
Both resident and non-resident workers' payrolls and FICA, SUI, FUI qualify
No salary cap on individuals paid by 1099, personal service contract or loan out
Travel and insurance qualify if purchased through a Georgia agency or company
Original music scoring for projects produced in Georgia qualify
Post production of filmed-in-Georgia movies and television projects qualify
For more information on Georgia's tax incentives click here.
Savannah Entertainment Production Incentives
In addition, Film Savannah offers the Savannah Entertainment Production Incentives that includes two distinct incentives:
Cash rebates for feature films and televisions series for qualified productions.
Relocation expenses reimbursement of up to $2,000 per household for qualified moving expenses for qualified applicants.
More information available here: http://www.savannahfilm.org/incentives/
The Georgia Film, Music & Digital Entertainment Office offers Georgia production incentives up to 30 percent of your Georgia production expenditures in transferable tax credits.
The program is available for qualifying projects, including feature films, television series, commercials, music videos, animation and game development.
Georgia Tax Incentive Highlights:
20 percent base transferable tax credit
10 percent Georgia Entertainment Promotion with inclusion of Georgia logo on approved projects
$500,000 minimum spent to qualify
No limits or caps on Georgia spend, no sunset clause
Both resident and non-resident workers' payrolls and FICA, SUI, FUI qualify
No salary cap on individuals paid by 1099, personal service contract or loan out
Travel and insurance qualify if purchased through a Georgia agency or company
Original music scoring for projects produced in Georgia qualify
Post production of filmed-in-Georgia movies and television projects qualify
For more information on Georgia's tax incentives click here.
Savannah Entertainment Production Incentives
In addition, Film Savannah offers the Savannah Entertainment Production Incentives that includes two distinct incentives:
Cash rebates for feature films and televisions series for qualified productions.
Relocation expenses reimbursement of up to $2,000 per household for qualified moving expenses for qualified applicants.
More information available here: http://www.savannahfilm.org/incentives/
The Savannah Film Office is a full service, professionally staffed and certified Film Commission.
The Savannah area boasts a wealth of locations including the nation's largest historical district, an evergreen urban forest & unique and timeless coastal and rural settings. Being the first planned city in the U.S., Savannah has retained its original layout with 22 public squares, quaint brick streets, and an architectural timeline which dates back to 1733. Period locations abound that easily double 19th century U.S. or European cities, and our marshes and swamps have often played as Southeast Asia.
The area boast local tax rebates in addition to Georgia's tax incentives which are among the top in the nation.
Savannah's growing infrastructure, supplemented with regional resources make filming here economical.
Savannah is a film-friendly community with cooperative local governments and agencies. Most permits are free and are issued or coordinated through the Film Office.
The Savannah area boasts a wealth of locations including the nation's largest historical district, an evergreen urban forest & unique and timeless coastal and rural settings. Being the first planned city in the U.S., Savannah has retained its original layout with 22 public squares, quaint brick streets, and an architectural timeline which dates back to 1733. Period locations abound that easily double 19th century U.S. or European cities, and our marshes and swamps have often played as Southeast Asia.
The area boast local tax rebates in addition to Georgia's tax incentives which are among the top in the nation.
Savannah's growing infrastructure, supplemented with regional resources make filming here economical.
Savannah is a film-friendly community with cooperative local governments and agencies. Most permits are free and are issued or coordinated through the Film Office.
Scott Valley Film Coalition
The Scott Valley Film Coalition is a group dedicated to promoting the visual and audio arts in northern California. The group is sponsored by the Northern California Resource Center, a private, non-profit organization.
Screen Nova Scotia
For information on Nova Scotia's Film & Television Production Incentive Fund, please visit: http://www.novascotiabusiness.com/en/home/businesssupport/resourcesandfunding/filmapplication.aspx
Screen Nova Scotia is a membership organization that celebrates and advocates on behalf of Nova Scotia's screen-based industries. Talk to us about how we can make your next film or TV series a success!
Sedona Film Office
The Sedona Film Office is your ultimate resource for everything you need to film in Sedona, Arizona.
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