For projects 30 minutes and under, the minimum spend is $50,000. For projects over 30 minutes, the minimum spend is $100,000.

For projects with qualifying expenses under $5,000,000, two Missouri apprentices or veterans are required on the crew. For projects spending $5,000,000 to $9,999,999, three apprentices or veterans are required. For projects spending $10,000,000 to $14,999,999, six apprentices or veterans are required. For projects spending $15,000,000 or more, eight apprentices or veterans are required.

Projects must submit an economic impact report.

Majority Missouri Bonus: a 5% bump if at least 50% of the project is filmed in Missouri.

Rural Area Bonus: a 5% bump if at least 15% of qualified expenses are incurred in a rural/blighted area of Missouri.

Resident Advancement Bonus: a 5% bump if at least three production departments advance a Missouri resident to the next level in their craft.

Positive Portrayal Bonus: a 5% bump if the production paints Missouri in a positive light (supporting documents required).

Select County Bonus: a 2% bump (10% of the 20% base credit) if the production office is located in a Second, Third or Fourth Class County, as determined by the state.

The application window opens September 1st and supporting documents, including an economic impact report, are required.

Second, Third, and Fourth Class Counties are any that are not included in the following list: Boone, Buchanan, Camden, Cape Girardeau, Cass, Christian, Clay, Cole, Franklin, Greene, Jackson, Jasper, Jefferson, Platte, St. Charles, St. Francois, St. Louis, and Taney counties, as well as the City of St. Louis.