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West Virginia
Incentive Type:
Fully Transferable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Music Videos, Animation, Commercials, Documentaries, Web Series, Reality TV, Scripted TV, Feature Film, Post Production, Miniseries, MOW
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend27%
- Above the Line Residents27-31%
- Above the Line Non-Residents27-31%
- Below the Line Residents27-31%
- Below the Line Non-Residents27-31%
- Minimum Spend$50,000
- Funding Cap
- Project Cap
- Loan Out RequiredYes
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit RequiredYes
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
$50,000 Minimum spend. Written proposal is required to be accepted.
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Additional Bonuses
Local Bonus- 4% bonus on all base credits for production companies that employ 10 or more West Virginia residents as part of its full-time employees working in the state or as apprentices working in the state.
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How to Apply
Applicant must submit a proposal to the Office of Economic Development. Program is not first come first serve. If approved applicant will be provided a list of requirements from the Office of Economic Development which includes but is not limited to; Required screen credit, required project completion, required a tax return, to pay all vendors and labor incurred in the state.
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Film Office
Office of Economic Development
90 Mac Corkle Avenue SW, South Charleston, WV 25303
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
December 31, 2027
Alaska
Incentive Type:
No Incentives
Qualifying Production Types
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend
- Above the Line Residents
- Above the Line Non-Residents
- Below the Line Residents
- Below the Line Non-Residents
- Minimum Spend
- Funding Cap
- Project Cap
- Loan Out Required
- Loan Out Withholding
- CPA Audit Required
- Screen Credit Required
Film Office
Department of Commerce, Division of Economic Development, Film
550 W 7th Ave, Suite 1770, Anchorage, AK 99501
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
Pennsylvania (Post Production Only)
Incentive Type:
Fully Transferable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Post Production
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend25%
- Above the Line Residents25-30%
- Above the Line Non-Residents25-30%
- Below the Line Residents25-30%
- Below the Line Non-Residents25-30%
- Minimum Spend
- Funding Cap$100,000,000
- Project Cap$12,000,000
- Loan Out RequiredYes
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit RequiredYes
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
Eligibility for a Film Production Tax Credit for Postproduction Expenses of original content for a Film is determined by the type(s) of postproduction activity and whether the Postproduction Expense(s) is incurred at a Qualified Postproduction Facility.Eligible expenses for postproduction activities involving traditional, emerging and new work flow techniquesused in postproduction are included: • picture, sound and music editorial, rerecording and mixing;visual effects; graphic design; original scoring;animation;• musical composition; mastering;• dubbing.Only expenses incurred at a Qualified Postproduction Facility, either as part of the total production activities of aFilm that qualifies for a tax credit under Component A (regualr PA incentive ) or as a stand-alone postproduction project, are eligible for this tax credit.
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Additional Bonuses
5% of the qualified film production expenses incurred by the tax payer if the taxpayer films a feature film, television film or television series films in a qualified production facility which meets the minimum stage filming requirements, which is intended as programming for a national audience.
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How to Apply
Submit a complete application package with fee no sooner than 90 days prior to the start date of post in the commonwealth; The application fee is .2% of 25% of the estimated expenditures in Pennsylvania, not to exceed $10,000.
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Film Office
Pennsylvania Film Office
Commonwealth Keystone Building, 400 North Street, 4th Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17120-0225
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
Missouri
Incentive Type:
Fully Transferable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Commercials, Documentaries, Web Series, Reality TV, Scripted TV, Interactive, Feature Film, Post Production, Miniseries, MOW
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend20%
- Above the Line Residents20%
- Above the Line Non-Residents20%
- Below the Line Residents20%
- Below the Line Non-Residents20%
- Minimum Spend$100,000 ($50,000 for under 30 mins)
- Funding Cap$16,000,000 (8 Feature 8 TV)
- Project Cap$8,000,000
- Loan Out Required
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit RequiredYes
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
For projects 30 minutes and Under the Minimums spend is 50,000 and for 30 minutes and over it would be $100,000.
Also, if your project has a budget of $5,000,000 or under 2 Apprentices or Veterans must be on the crew; 3 if between $5,000,000 and under $10,000,000; 6 if between $10,000,000 and under $15,000,000; and finally 8 if Over $15,000,000
An economic impact statement is required
Also, if your project has a budget of $5,000,000 or under 2 Apprentices or Veterans must be on the crew; 3 if between $5,000,000 and under $10,000,000; 6 if between $10,000,000 and under $15,000,000; and finally 8 if Over $15,000,000
An economic impact statement is required
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Additional Bonuses
Bonus 1- a 5% bump is available if 50% of the project is incurred in Missouri
Bonus 2-a 5% bump is available if 15% of the project is incurred a rural area of Missouri
Bonus 3-a 5% bump is available if 3 production departments advance a local resident
Bonus 4- a 5% bump is available if the production paints Missouri is a positive light(back up is required)
Bonus 5- a 2% (10% of the base credit) bump is available if the production is “located in” a second, Third or Fourth class County
Bonus 2-a 5% bump is available if 15% of the project is incurred a rural area of Missouri
Bonus 3-a 5% bump is available if 3 production departments advance a local resident
Bonus 4- a 5% bump is available if the production paints Missouri is a positive light(back up is required)
Bonus 5- a 2% (10% of the base credit) bump is available if the production is “located in” a second, Third or Fourth class County
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How to Apply
The application Window opens September 1st and supporting documents along with an economic impact statement will be required.
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Film Office
Missouri Department of Economic Development
301 West High Street, Suite 290, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Last Updated Date
October 13, 2023
Sunset Date
December 31, 2029
New York (Digital Gaming Media)
Incentive Type:
Fully Refundable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Web Series, Interactive
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend25%
- Above the Line ResidentsN/A
- Above the Line Non-ResidentsN/A
- Below the Line Residents25-35%
- Below the Line Non-Residents25-35%
- Minimum Spend
- Funding Cap$5,000,000
- Project Cap$500,000
- Loan Out RequiredNo
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit Required
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
Applicants must meet the definition of a NY Digital Gaming Production company and be structured in that fashion.
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Additional Bonuses
Projects may received an additional 10% credit on qualified labor expenses incurred in certain Upstate counties including:Albany, Allegany, Broome, Cattaraugus, Cayuga, Chautauqua, Chemung, Chenango, Clinton, Columbia, Cortland, Delaware, Dutchess, Erie, Essex, Franklin, Fulton, Genesee, Greene, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Livingston, Madison, Monroe, Montgomery, Niagara, Oneida, Onondaga, Ontario, Orange, Orleans, Oswego, Otsego, Putnam, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Schuyler, Seneca, St. Lawrence, Steuben, Sullivan, Tioga, Tompkins, Ulster, Warren, Washington, Wayne, Wyoming, or Yates ;
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How to Apply
Submit a complete application with required materials prior to the beginning of Spending
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Film Office
New York State Governor's Office for Motion Picture & TV Development (the Office)
633 Third Avenue, 36th Floor, new York, NY 10017
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
January 1, 2028
Oklahoma
Incentive Type:
Grants / Rebates
Qualifying Production Types
Animation, Commercials, Documentaries, Web Series, Reality TV, Scripted TV, Feature Film, Visual Effects, Post Production, Miniseries, MOW
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend30%
- Above the Line Residents20-30%
- Above the Line Non-Residents20-30%
- Below the Line Residents20-30%
- Below the Line Non-Residents20%
- Minimum Spend$25,000
- Funding Cap$30,000,000***
- Project Cap
- Loan Out RequiredYes
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit RequiredYes
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
$50,000 in total budget and $25 000 minimum OK qualified spend is required.
Scoring System for your credit- If less than 25% of crew are Oklahoma Residents: 10% base
If 25-45% of crew are OK Residents: 15% base
If 45% or more of crew are OK Residents: Full 20% base
Eligible television series" means a project if either seventy-five percent (75%) of the series season is filmed within the state or, for an episodic television pilot, if more than seventy five percent (75%) of the pilot is filmed within the state
For projects that are not major studios or shown to have full financing from an approved source , a bond is required.
Apprenticeship requirement- Apprentices are required for every production in the program with the amount depending on direct expenditures.
< $7.5m budget – 2 apprentices
$7.5m – $15m – 4 apprentices
$15m – $25m – 8 apprentices
> $25m – 16 apprentices
For every apprentice that was required but NOT filled a 0.5% deduction from the base (possible 0.5-8% deduction) will be applied to the final payout.
Scoring System for your credit- If less than 25% of crew are Oklahoma Residents: 10% base
If 25-45% of crew are OK Residents: 15% base
If 45% or more of crew are OK Residents: Full 20% base
Eligible television series" means a project if either seventy-five percent (75%) of the series season is filmed within the state or, for an episodic television pilot, if more than seventy five percent (75%) of the pilot is filmed within the state
For projects that are not major studios or shown to have full financing from an approved source , a bond is required.
Apprenticeship requirement- Apprentices are required for every production in the program with the amount depending on direct expenditures.
< $7.5m budget – 2 apprentices
$7.5m – $15m – 4 apprentices
$15m – $25m – 8 apprentices
> $25m – 16 apprentices
For every apprentice that was required but NOT filled a 0.5% deduction from the base (possible 0.5-8% deduction) will be applied to the final payout.
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Additional Bonuses
Up to a 3% uplift for post-production expenses that are at least 3% of Qualified Production Expenditures (includes music) - If at least 3% of qualified expenditures spent on Oklahoma post-production: 2% upliftIf at least 5% of qualified expenditures spent on Oklahoma post-production: 3% uplift
Up to a 5% uplift for at least 25% of main crew principal photography on a qualified soundstage and at least 1% of direct expenditures spent at the soundstage
-25% filmed at a qualified soundstage facility: 3% uplift
35% or more filmed at a qualified soundstage facility: 5% uplift
Up to a 2% uplift for a TV Series pilot (cannot be combined with Multi-film bonus)
Up to a 5% uplift for a TV series that is filmed for one or more seasons
Up to a 5% uplift for a multi-film deal (at least three films in three years) 2% on Production expenditures of Music composition, mixing, production, reording OR on licensing of OK Music
Up to a 5% uplift for at least 25% of main crew principal photography on a qualified soundstage and at least 1% of direct expenditures spent at the soundstage
-25% filmed at a qualified soundstage facility: 3% uplift
35% or more filmed at a qualified soundstage facility: 5% uplift
Up to a 2% uplift for a TV Series pilot (cannot be combined with Multi-film bonus)
Up to a 5% uplift for a TV series that is filmed for one or more seasons
Up to a 5% uplift for a multi-film deal (at least three films in three years) 2% on Production expenditures of Music composition, mixing, production, reording OR on licensing of OK Music
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How to Apply
Apply no more than 1 year prior to preproduction and no less than 45 days prior to preproduction(14 days prior to post on post only projects); include required documentation, the most current version of the shooting script, the production budget and proof that 50% of funding is in place (100% of funding must be in place 30 days prior to principal photography) 50% of funding must be in place to apply Spending must take place 2 years after pre-qualification has been issuedCase by Case acceptance
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Film Office
The Oklahoma Film & Music Office
120 N. Robinson Avenue, Suite 600, Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
June 30, 2031
Missouri (Kansas City)
Incentive Type:
Grants / Rebates
Qualifying Production Types
Music Videos, Animation, Commercials, Documentaries, Reality TV, Scripted TV, Interactive, Feature Film
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend4%
- Above the Line Residents4-10%
- Above the Line Non-Residents
- Below the Line Residents4-10%
- Below the Line Non-Residents
- Minimum Spend$100,000
- Funding Cap$75,000
- Project Cap
- Loan Out RequiredNo
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit Required
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
KCMO Film Development Program offers two rebate tiers for qualified KCMO verified expenditures. A production can benefit from only one of the incentive tiers and can qualify for one or both bonuses.
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Additional Bonuses
Must qualify for Tier One minimum spend and one of the following is true and the benefit is fulfilled, a production receives a 9% rebate on qualified expenditures:o 250+ KCMO room nights; or o Film for four or more consecutive weeks in KCMO; oro 25 Crew/Principle Cast (Greater KC area hires and at least 1/4 must reside within the 6 Council Districts);AND fulfills the Community Benefit Requirement – Cast member(s), director, executive producer, producer, head of department “gives-back” to emerging artists or young people interested in the industry by connecting with them at a talk, panel, seminar, set visit or other opportunity.
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How to Apply
Applications must be submitted thirty business days prior for film and television projects and fifteen business days for commercial and corporate video projects, in advance of filming and must be approved before shooting commences. Every effort will be made by the City to give notice within ten business days of receipt of all the application paperworK. There is a $50 Application Fee
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Film Office
KCMO Film Development Program
1321 Baltimore Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64105
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
New Mexico
Incentive Type:
Fully Refundable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Music Videos, Animation, Commercials, Documentaries, Reality TV, Scripted TV, Interactive, Feature Film
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend25%
- Above the Line Residents25-40%
- Above the Line Non-Residents25-40%*
- Below the Line Residents25-40%
- Below the Line Non-Residents15-20% *
- Minimum Spend$0
- Funding Cap$110,000,000
- Project CapNone
- Loan Out RequiredYes
- Loan Out WithholdingYes
- CPA Audit RequiredYes
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
No minimum spend requirement is needed however, a Script Review is.
The Audit requirement by a New Mexico licensed CPA is ONLY required for credits over $5 million.
All Non resident Actors being paid via W2 or Loan out Must have the 5.9% withholding.
(*NRCE) Non Resident Crew Exemptions - For Non resident-Below the-line(BTL) crew only- The film office will determine first if a project can qualify 15% or 20% of its total NM BTL budget( full BLT crew's wages, both resident and non resident) towards the 15% tax credit on Non resident BTL crew. This is for off camera BTL only and cannot include any positions related to a ATL including writer, director, background actor or performing office. Also, the NRCE is for those positions that are considered "available" in NM. (*NRCE)
The Audit requirement by a New Mexico licensed CPA is ONLY required for credits over $5 million.
All Non resident Actors being paid via W2 or Loan out Must have the 5.9% withholding.
(*NRCE) Non Resident Crew Exemptions - For Non resident-Below the-line(BTL) crew only- The film office will determine first if a project can qualify 15% or 20% of its total NM BTL budget( full BLT crew's wages, both resident and non resident) towards the 15% tax credit on Non resident BTL crew. This is for off camera BTL only and cannot include any positions related to a ATL including writer, director, background actor or performing office. Also, the NRCE is for those positions that are considered "available" in NM. (*NRCE)
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Additional Bonuses
Bonus 1- (Rural Bonus) 10% increase for productions that shoot in rural areas, defined as 60 miles outside the counties of Bernalillo (home to Albuquerque) and Santa Fe
Bonus 2- (TV Bonus) 5% for series television productions intended for commercial distribution with an order of at least six episodes in a single season with a New Mexico budget of at least $50,000 per episode. (and in certain circumstances this includes payments to nonresident actors - contact Film office )
OR
(TV Bonus) 5% for standalone pilots intended for series television in New Mexico (except nonresident actors whose payments qualify for 25%
Bonus 3- (Facility Bonus) 5% bump on direct cost incurred at that facility when a qualified production facility is used for a minimum number of principal photography days. The required number of days to be eligible is 10 days when the NM budget is less than $30 million, and it is 15 days when the NM budget is $30 million or more. A qualified production facility may be a soundstage or a standing set (per defined specs). Utilizing the standing set is not required; however, shooting on the premises of the qualifying sound stage for the majority of (or all of) the principal days is required.
Bonus 2- (TV Bonus) 5% for series television productions intended for commercial distribution with an order of at least six episodes in a single season with a New Mexico budget of at least $50,000 per episode. (and in certain circumstances this includes payments to nonresident actors - contact Film office )
OR
(TV Bonus) 5% for standalone pilots intended for series television in New Mexico (except nonresident actors whose payments qualify for 25%
Bonus 3- (Facility Bonus) 5% bump on direct cost incurred at that facility when a qualified production facility is used for a minimum number of principal photography days. The required number of days to be eligible is 10 days when the NM budget is less than $30 million, and it is 15 days when the NM budget is $30 million or more. A qualified production facility may be a soundstage or a standing set (per defined specs). Utilizing the standing set is not required; however, shooting on the premises of the qualifying sound stage for the majority of (or all of) the principal days is required.
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How to Apply
Productions must submit the Film Production Registration form and the Film Production Tax Credit Agreement form to the New Mexico Film Office 30 days prior to the beginning of principal photography;
Commercials must submit required forms and include proof of media buy(s); 'Stand-alone' post productions must submit the forms prior to beginning services in New Mexico.
Commercials must submit required forms and include proof of media buy(s); 'Stand-alone' post productions must submit the forms prior to beginning services in New Mexico.
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Film Office
New Mexico Film Office
1100 S. Saint Francis Drive, Suite 1213, Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87505
Last Updated Date
October 27, 2023
Sunset Date
Nevada
Incentive Type:
Fully Transferable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Music Videos, Animation, Documentaries, Game Shows, Reality TV, Scripted TV, Interactive, Feature Film
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend15%
- Above the Line Residents15-25%
- Above the Line Non-Residents12-22%
- Below the Line Residents15-25%
- Below the Line Non-Residents0%
- Minimum Spend$500,000
- Funding Cap$10,000,000
- Project Cap$6,000,000
- Loan Out RequiredNo
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit RequiredYes
- Screen Credit RequiredNo
Project Criteria
Nevada has a $500,000 minimum qualified production spend;
At least 60% of the production budget, including pre-production, production, and post-production, must be incurred in Nevada as qualified direct production expenditures.
However, if all post-production will be completed outside of Nevada, then post-production expenditures can be withheld from the 60% calculation
At least 60% of the production budget, including pre-production, production, and post-production, must be incurred in Nevada as qualified direct production expenditures.
However, if all post-production will be completed outside of Nevada, then post-production expenditures can be withheld from the 60% calculation
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Additional Bonuses
Bonus #1- 5% bump on the cumulative qualified expenditures and production costs if more than 50% of the BTL personnel are Nevada residents (must show declaration of residency forms)
Bonus #2- 5% bump on the cumulative qualified expenditures and production costs if more than 50% of the filming days occurred in a county in the State in which, in each of the two years immediately preceding the date of application, qualified productions incurred less than $10 million of direct expenditures. (basically oustide of Clark Count
Bonus #2- 5% bump on the cumulative qualified expenditures and production costs if more than 50% of the filming days occurred in a county in the State in which, in each of the two years immediately preceding the date of application, qualified productions incurred less than $10 million of direct expenditures. (basically oustide of Clark Count
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How to Apply
Apply no earlier than 90 days prior to the start of principal photography.
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Film Office
Nevada Film Office
555 E. Washington Avenue, Suite 5400Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
Last Updated Date
November 16, 2023
Sunset Date
Rhode Island
Incentive Type:
Fully Transferable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Music Videos, Animation, Commercials, Documentaries, Industrials, Scripted TV, Broadway, Feature Film
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend30%
- Above the Line Residents30%
- Above the Line Non-Residents30%
- Below the Line Residents30%
- Below the Line Non-Residents30%
- Minimum Spend$100,000
- Funding Cap$40,000,000*
- Project Cap$7,000,000
- Loan Out RequiredYes
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit RequiredYes
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
$100,000 minimum instate spend required;
To Qualify Productions in must film at least 51% of principal photography or spend at least 51% of the production budget in Rhode Island
Production company must be domiciled in Rhode Island.
OR
Any amount of production can be filmed in Rhode Island as long as a minimum spend of $10 Million dollars is spent in state within a 12 month period
To Qualify Productions in must film at least 51% of principal photography or spend at least 51% of the production budget in Rhode Island
Production company must be domiciled in Rhode Island.
OR
Any amount of production can be filmed in Rhode Island as long as a minimum spend of $10 Million dollars is spent in state within a 12 month period
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How to Apply
Submit the Initial Application prior to the start of production; begin principal photography no more than 180 days from the start date on the initial certification letter.
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Film Office
Rhode Island Film and TV Office
One Capitol Hill, Providence, RI 02908
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
June 30, 2027
Louisiana (LA Screenplay Production)
Incentive Type:
Partially Refundable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Animation, Music Videos, Commercials, Documentaries, Game Shows, Reality TV, Scripted TV, Feature Film
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend25%
- Above the Line Residents40-55%
- Above the Line Non-Residents25-40%
- Below the Line Residents40-55%
- Below the Line Non-Residents25-40%
- Minimum Spend$50,000
- Funding Cap$150,000,000
- Project Cap$20,000,000
- Loan Out RequiredNo
- Loan Out WithholdingYes
- CPA Audit Required
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
Local Louisiana indigenous production only: If the minimum instate spend is at least $50,000 but less than $300,000 a 30% tax credit is allowed on qualified expenditures, provided specific requirements are met.For the full 40% on Louisiana resident payroll (residency form is required). Payments to artist's loan-out companies are ineligible for this creditCareer Based Learning and Training Requirement For applications received on or after July 1, 2017, the state-certified production shall participate in a career-based learning and training program approved by LED.
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Additional Bonuses
Out of Zone Bonus - State-certified productions that have their production office and at least sixty percent of principalphotography based and occurring outside of the New Orleans Metropolitan Statistical Area (NOLAMSA) may be eligible for an increased 5% credit of base investment.In NOLA-MSA Zone: Orleans Parish, Jefferson Parish, Plaquemines Parish, St. Bernard Parish, St.Charles Parish, St. James Parish, and St. Tammany Parish.Out-of-Zone: All other parishes including St. John the Baptist Parish.
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How to Apply
Submit an on-line application and include:Detailed preliminary budget (including all hires)Detailed preliminary Louisiana budgetDetailed distribution planScript or SynopsisStatement that the project meets the definition of a state-certified productionA notarized statement agreeing to pay all vendorsDisclosure of any anticipated related-party transactionsA deposit should be remitted to Louisiana Entertainment for the verification report. The applicant will be assessed the department's actual cost for the production expenditure verification report fee. The maximum fee for the report shall be $15,000 for verification of a cost report reflecting qualified production expenditures between $300,000 and $25 million, and the maximum fee shall be $25,000 for verification of a cost report reflecting qualified production expenditures in excess of $25 million. At the time of the application, the applicant shall submit a deposit of the production expenditure verification report fee of $7,500 for a production with qualified expenditures projected to be between $300,000 and $25 million, and a deposit of $15,000 for those projected to be in excess of $25 million.Once the application is complete, the project is evaluated for eligibility, and if Louisiana Entertainment determines that the project meets eligibility requirements in accordance with State law and the program rules and regulations, then an Initial Certification letter indicating that the project is now considered a "state-certified production" will be issued. The Initial Certification letter states that the project is eligible to receive potential tax credits and does NOT certify any expenditures for tax credits. Additional detailed guidelines are provided within the initial certification letter. Either an initial certification or denial will be issued by the department within 60-90 business days of receipt of a complete application. The applicant signs the Initial Certification letter and returns it to Louisiana Entertainment.Initial certification is effective 12 month prior(application) and twenty-four months after the date of initial certification.
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Film Office
Louisiana Economic Development
1051 N. Third Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
July 1, 2031
New York (Onondaga County)
Incentive Type:
Grants / Rebates
Qualifying Production Types
Commercials, Scripted TV, Feature Film, Miniseries, MOW
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend25%
- Above the Line ResidentsN/A
- Above the Line Non-ResidentsN/A
- Below the Line Residents25-30%
- Below the Line Non-ResidentsN/A
- Minimum Spend$1,500,000
- Funding Cap$700,000
- Project Cap$300,000
- Loan Out RequiredNo
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit Required
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
Minimum Spend for features of $1.5M in the County/ For TV Pilot/episodic of $1M / for commercial $400K. Perform 70% of principal production in Onondaga County, according to proposed production schedule and verified by deliverable requirements, including production reports and call-sheets.; • Have already secured a Certificate of Conditional Eligibility from the NYS Film Tax Credit office.• Demonstrate that the project has secured all financing necessary to guarantee completion prior to receipt of any supplemental incentives or publicly derived support.; Remain in good standing with CNY Arts and Onondaga County throughout theapplication and production processes, and adhere to all relevant guidelines, regulations,and commitments; Adhere to New York State COVID-19 Media Production Guidelines, and all relevant federal safety guidance, as applicable.
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Additional Bonuses
D.E.A.R. (Diversity, Equity, and Representation)- Those productions that are found to qualify for diversity enhancement support may qualify for UP to an additional 5% (total 25%) of eligible costs for the incentive fund. The amount of additional support will be decided by review of the panel and Innovation Group of CNY Arts. The requirements include but are not limited to having diversity among your creative Above the Line Talents; having creative elements of your project express minority stories and voices; employing students; employing veterans;
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How to Apply
A $200 fee is assessed for projects that proceed to the application stage. Funding determination is a competitive process. An independent panel of industry experts will review each application on the basis of creative merit, anticipated local economic impact, and general viability. Productions are prohibited from contacting panelists at any time.Apply before principal photography begins(intent to apply first)
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Film Office
Innovation Group of CNY Arts, LLC
421 Montgomery St, 11th Floor, Syracuse, NY 13202
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
New York (Commercial)
Incentive Type:
Fully Refundable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Commercials, Interactive
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend20%
- Above the Line ResidentsN/A
- Above the Line Non-ResidentsN/A
- Below the Line Residents20%
- Below the Line Non-Residents20%
- Minimum Spend$100,000
- Funding Cap$7,000,000
- Project Cap
- Loan Out RequiredNo
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit Required
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
Separate Commercial Incentive: New York offers 20-30% for commercial projects with 75% of production costs in New York State. Commercials can be any length:Credit for Downstate (20%)The Downstate component is based on filming or recording qualified commercials within the Metropolitan Commuter Transportation District (MCTD). The MCTD includes New York City, Dutchess, Nassau, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Suffolk and Westchester county.Minimum spend must be over $500,000 in total qualified costs attributable to the production of qualified commercials within the MCTDThe Credit available is initially calculated as 20% of qualified production costs over the $500,000 (a deductible) thresholdEach pool of money remains “pro-rata” so all qualifying applicants will receive their share of the available funds at the end of the year.Credit for Upstate (30%)The Upstate component is based on more than $100,000 in total qualified costs attributable to the production of qualified commercials outside the MCTD during the calendar year must be incurredEach pool of money remains “pro-rata” so all qualifying applicants will receive their share of the available funds at the end of the year.
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Additional Bonuses
For the Upstate component(outside the MCTD but within NYS), companies can receive a total credit of 30%, with $100,000 minimum spend
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How to Apply
All applications received for each of the three components will be reviewed. Once the total amount of credits earned for each component of the Program has been determined, the pro rata value for each applicant will be calculated and a certificate of tax credit issued.The certificate must be attached to a company's 2022\23 NYS tax return to be applied against its NYS tax liability. If the amount of the credit exceeds the tax liability for that year, 50% of the excess will be refunded to the applicant. In the subsequent tax year, the applicant will file for the remaining credit. If there is any amount of credit remaining in excess of the applicant' s tax liability for that year, it will be refunded. Application MaterialsSave each file to your own computer first, then open and complete the saved files.Form A - NYS Commercial Production Credit application for calendar year 2023Application form instructionsForm B - Schedule of Qualified Expenditures (Excel spreadsheet)Form C - Qualified Costs (Excel spreadsheet)Form D - Annual Totals (Excel spreadsheet)Form E - Employment Report (Excel spreadsheet)Form F - Annual Employment Totals (Excel spreadsheet)
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Film Office
New York State Governor's Office for Motion Picture & TV Development (the Office)
633 Third Avenue, 36th Floor, new York, NY 10017
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
January 1, 2025
Tennessee (Scripted TV)
Incentive Type:
Grants / Rebates
Qualifying Production Types
Scripted TV
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend25%
- Above the Line Residents25%
- Above the Line Non-Residents25%
- Below the Line Residents25%
- Below the Line Non-Residents25%
- Minimum Spend$500,000
- Funding Cap$13,000,000
- Project Cap
- Loan Out RequiredNo
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit RequiredYes
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
$500,000 minimum qualified Tennessee expenditures per per episode; all expenditures must be incurred within 12 months of the Effective Date as defined in the Grant Contract. Tennessee Declaration of Residency (Form B) is required for Tennessee residents.After principal photography production companies must post a notice, once a week for three consecutive weeks, in local newspapers where production took place, telling the public of the need to file creditor claims with the production company by a specific date.
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Additional Bonuses
5% on resident labor if filming a scripted TV show with a minimum spend of at least $500K an episode and meet the screen credit requirement
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How to Apply
The production company must meet with Tennessee Film, Entertainment & Music Commission to discuss the production prior to the beginning of principal photography.Apply at least 4 months prior to the start of principal photography by submitting Form A, Form A: Annex I, and other required information; production companies will enter into a Grant Contract with the Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development (ECD) typically within 2 weeks of issuance of a Certificate of Conditional Eligibility; principal photography must begin in Tennessee within 120 from the effective date as defined in the Grant contract.This program is not first come, first served and grant awards are based on the discretion of the Tennessee Film, Entertainment & Music Commission and Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development.
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Film Office
Tennessee Film, Entertainment & Music Commission
312 Rosa L. Parks Avenue,Tennessee Tower 26th Floor,Nashville, TN 37243
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
Montana
Incentive Type:
Fully Transferable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Music Videos, Animation, Commercials, Web Series, Industrials, Scripted TV, Soundtrack, Interactive, Feature Film, Visual Effects, Post Production, Miniseries, MOW
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend20%
- Above the Line Residents20%
- Above the Line Non-Residents20%
- Below the Line Residents25%
- Below the Line Non-Residents15%
- Minimum Spend$350,000
- Funding Cap$12,000,000
- Project Cap
- Loan Out RequiredYes
- Loan Out WithholdingYes
- CPA Audit RequiredYes
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
Minimum instate spend for feature film and TV is $350,000 and at least 50% of principal photography must take place in Montana.For the Post Production credit at least 50% of all expenditures must incur in MT and at least 50% of all Post Production Activities must incur in MT.Possible low budget Minimum requirement of 50K is available. $50K minimum spend for Commercials and Music Videos
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Additional Bonuses
5% bonus for expenditures incurred in an "Underserved area" . "Underserved area" means a county in this state in which 14% or more people of all ages are in 19 poverty as determined by the U.S. bureau of the census estimates for the most current year available
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How to Apply
Application Fee ; $500 for projects spending less than $350,000$1000 for projects spending $350,000 or more in MT$1000 for any post production company utilizing the post credit.The department of commerce shall notify the applicant within 30 days of receipt of the application as to whether the production qualifies as a state-certified production.
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Film Office
The Montana Film Office
301 South Park Ave Helena, MT 59620
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
December 31, 2024
Minnesota (Austin)
Incentive Type:
Grants / Rebates
Qualifying Production Types
Music Videos, Commercials, Documentaries, Reality TV, Scripted TV, Feature Film, Miniseries, MOW
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend10%
- Above the Line ResidentsN/A
- Above the Line Non-ResidentsN/A
- Below the Line ResidentsN/A
- Below the Line Non-ResidentsN/A
- Minimum Spend$5,000
- Funding Cap
- Project Cap$10,000
- Loan Out RequiredNo
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit RequiredNo
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
$5,000 Minimum spend; Production office must be based in Austin and All qualified cost must in incurred in the city of Austin, Minnesota
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How to Apply
Contact the film office to discuss available funding and online application
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Film Office
Austin Convention and Visitor's Bureau
301 N. Main Street ,Austin, MN 55912
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
June 30, 2022
Louisiana (Shreveport)
Incentive Type:
Grants / Rebates
Qualifying Production Types
Music Videos, Animation, Commercials, Documentaries, Game Shows, Reality TV, Scripted TV, Feature Film
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend2.5% sales tax rebate on lodging for cast and crew incurred in the City of Shreveport, lease or rental expenses, and other production and post-production expenses.
- Above the Line Residents
- Above the Line Non-Residents
- Below the Line Residents
- Below the Line Non-Residents
- Minimum Spend$300,000
- Funding CapNone
- Project Cap$150,000
- Loan Out RequiredNo
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit Required
- Screen Credit RequiredNo
Project Criteria
$300,000 minimum spend in Caddo Parish; and have a production office located within Caddo Parish or utilize a sound stage located within Caddo Parish
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How to Apply
Upon executing a lease or rental agreement, contact the City of Shreveport Film Office to start the pre-qualification process; application should include, but is not limited to, the total projected budget, estimated total expenditures eligible for the sales tax rebate, estimated living room nights, and a list of vendors and services likely to be utilized; if approved for the rebate the production company will enter into an agreement with the City of Shreveport for the incentive payments.
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City of Shreveport Film Office
505 Travis Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
Minnesota ( < $1 Million Budget)
Incentive Type:
Grants / Rebates
Qualifying Production Types
Music Videos, Animation, Commercials, Documentaries, Post Production, Scripted TV, Feature Film
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend20%
- Above the Line Residents20%
- Above the Line Non-Residents20%
- Below the Line Residents20%
- Below the Line Non-ResidentsN/A
- Minimum Spend$100,000
- Funding Cap$500,000
- Project Cap
- Loan Out RequiredYes
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit Required
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
Feature Film/Documentary/Music Video:20% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of at least $100,000 and 50% of the budget available in verified funds at the time of application.25% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of at least $1 million or shoot a minimum of 60% of days outside the metro area with qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $100,000; 50% of the budget available in verified funds at the time of application.
National Television Program or Series(New or relocation only) Production, development or syndication contract from commissioning network or streaming service is required.20% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of at least $100,000.25% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of at least $1 million or shoot minimum 60% of days outside the metro area with qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $100,000.Television PilotIntended for national exhibition and reasonable commercial exploitation.20% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of at least $100,000 and 50% of the budget available in verified funds at the time of application if not commissioned.25% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of at least $1 million or shoot minimum 60% of days outside the metro area with a minimum Minnesota spend of $100,000; 50% of the budget available in verified funds at the time of application if not commissioned.TV Commercials 20% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $100,000 not including production fee.25% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $1 million, not including production fee or shoot minimum 60% of days outside the metro area with a minimum Minnesota spend of $100,000.Post Production Only20% - qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $50,00025% - qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $200,000
National Television Program or Series(New or relocation only) Production, development or syndication contract from commissioning network or streaming service is required.20% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of at least $100,000.25% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of at least $1 million or shoot minimum 60% of days outside the metro area with qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $100,000.Television PilotIntended for national exhibition and reasonable commercial exploitation.20% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of at least $100,000 and 50% of the budget available in verified funds at the time of application if not commissioned.25% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of at least $1 million or shoot minimum 60% of days outside the metro area with a minimum Minnesota spend of $100,000; 50% of the budget available in verified funds at the time of application if not commissioned.TV Commercials 20% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $100,000 not including production fee.25% - Qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $1 million, not including production fee or shoot minimum 60% of days outside the metro area with a minimum Minnesota spend of $100,000.Post Production Only20% - qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $50,00025% - qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $200,000
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Additional Bonuses
Shoot a minimum of 60% of days outside the metro area with qualified minimum Minnesota spend of $100,000 and under $1,000,000
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How to Apply
Submit completed Snowbate application no earlier than 90 days prior to the start of Minnesota principal photography or post production (standalone post production projects); all certified projects must schedule a Snowbate processing procedures meeting with the Incentives Specialist prior to beginning production; a bank letter stating 60% of budget is available in verified funds is required.The Snowbate incentive is first-come, first-served basis; submission of an application does not guarantee reimbursement; projects that begin principal photography in Minnesota prior to submitting an application are ineligible.
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Film Office
Minnesota Film and TV
401 North 3rd Street, Suite 245, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
June 30, 2030
Tennessee (Memphis and Shelby County)
Incentive Type:
Grants / Rebates
Qualifying Production Types
Music Videos, Animation, Commercials, Documentaries, Web Series, Scripted TV, Interactive, Feature Film, Post Production, Miniseries, MOW
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend30%
- Above the Line Residents30%
- Above the Line Non-ResidentsN/A
- Below the Line Residents30%
- Below the Line Non-ResidentsN/A
- Minimum Spend$30,000
- Funding Cap$40,000
- Project Cap$15,000
- Loan Out RequiredNo
- Loan Out WithholdingNo
- CPA Audit Required
- Screen Credit RequiredYes
Project Criteria
a minimum $30,000 spend in Memphis is required, and a maximum $50,000 spend can be incentivized. At least 70 percent of the production's vendors, principal cast, and crew must be city residents and at least 70 percent of the production must be shot within Memphis city limits
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How to Apply
Contact Film office before County spending
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Film Office
The Memphis and Shelby County Film and Television Commission
496 South Main Street, Memphis, TN
Last Updated Date
August 14, 2023
Sunset Date
New Jersey
Incentive Type:
Fully Transferable Tax Credit
Qualifying Production Types
Animation, Documentaries, Web Series, Scripted TV, Interactive, Feature Film, Miniseries, MOW
Basic Incentive Information
- Spend30-35%
- Above the Line Residents35-37%
- Above the Line Non-Residents