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Amarillo Film Commission
The Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program (TMIIIP) is designed to build the economy through the moving image industry and create jobs in Texas. TMIIIP provides qualifying film, television, commercial, visual effects and video game productions the opportunity to receive a cash grant based on a percentage of a project's eligible Texas expenditures, including eligible wages paid to Texas residents. Grants vary by budget levels and types of productions, and are issued upon completion of a review of the project's Texas expenditures. This incentive program is in addition to Texas' Sales Tax Exemptions.
The Amarillo Film Office is committed to provide assistance to production companies that are interested or have chosen the city of Amarillo for a project.
Our services include: Assistance in finding location scouts and sites; Assistance in contacting local, state and federal agencies; Assistance in working with private entities; Assistance in obtaining any permits where needed; Assistance in finding special services and personnel; Limited location files
Our services include: Assistance in finding location scouts and sites; Assistance in contacting local, state and federal agencies; Assistance in working with private entities; Assistance in obtaining any permits where needed; Assistance in finding special services and personnel; Limited location files
Austin 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 offers 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
An additional 2.5% is available to productions that film in underutilized areas.
Austin's Under Utilized Areas Map
The incentive is based on wages, invoices and petty cash:
70% of paid crew and paid cast (including extras) must be Texas residents.
60% of total production days must be completed in Texas.
Austin Creative Content Incentive Program
Administered by the City of Austin--Economic Development Department, the Austin Creative Content Incentive Program offers incentives of up to 0.75% to qualifying film and television productions.
0.50% of wages paid to local residents (Austin Metro Area).
0.25% if the project is produced by Austin-based company or promotes Austin.
Productions must first qualify for the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program.
Sales Tax Exemptions
Production companies may use tax exemption on items rented or purchased for direct use in the production of a motion picture, television and commercial project.
Hotel Occupancy Tax Exemptions
Refund on the hotel occupancy tax for hotel rooms occupied for at least 30 consecutive days. The Hotel must be notified at check-in for the tax to be waived at checkout.
Tax Refunds on Fuels Used Off Road
Refund of taxes paid on gasoline used for off-road machines like generators, boats and tractors.
Austin Film Society Grant
The Austin Film Society annually awards grants to emerging film and video artists in the state of Texas through the AFS Grant Program. Since 1996, $1.6 million in cash has been give to to over 421 film projects. In addition to grants for production, post-production and distribution, AFS also provides stipends to filmmakers traveling to film festivals through their Travel Grant program.
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
An additional 2.5% is available to productions that film in underutilized areas.
Austin's Under Utilized Areas Map
The incentive is based on wages, invoices and petty cash:
70% of paid crew and paid cast (including extras) must be Texas residents.
60% of total production days must be completed in Texas.
Austin Creative Content Incentive Program
Administered by the City of Austin--Economic Development Department, the Austin Creative Content Incentive Program offers incentives of up to 0.75% to qualifying film and television productions.
0.50% of wages paid to local residents (Austin Metro Area).
0.25% if the project is produced by Austin-based company or promotes Austin.
Productions must first qualify for the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program.
Sales Tax Exemptions
Production companies may use tax exemption on items rented or purchased for direct use in the production of a motion picture, television and commercial project.
Hotel Occupancy Tax Exemptions
Refund on the hotel occupancy tax for hotel rooms occupied for at least 30 consecutive days. The Hotel must be notified at check-in for the tax to be waived at checkout.
Tax Refunds on Fuels Used Off Road
Refund of taxes paid on gasoline used for off-road machines like generators, boats and tractors.
Austin Film Society Grant
The Austin Film Society annually awards grants to emerging film and video artists in the state of Texas through the AFS Grant Program. Since 1996, $1.6 million in cash has been give to to over 421 film projects. In addition to grants for production, post-production and distribution, AFS also provides stipends to filmmakers traveling to film festivals through their Travel Grant program.
Austin is a leading destination for independent and large budget films as well as television & commercial productions. Professional Crew: Austin's talented crew base will give you more production value per-dollar spent. Diverse Locations: Austin has hill country, lakes & farmland all within 30 minutes of downtown. mericana: Austin is surrounded by small towns time has forgotten, perfect for a period piece. Weather: Austin's mild climate provides over 300 days of sunshine a year. Permitting: Austin's local government supports filmmakers, providing free right-of-way permitting. Facilities & Vendors: Austin has the infrastructure for production, including studio space and equipment suppliers.
Dallas Film Commission
The commission is responsible for the promotion of Dallas and Greater Dallas Region to film, television and media professionals of all types as a destination/location, serving as a liaison between filmmakers and the community
El Paso Film Commission
Since 1974, our passion for film and the El Paso community has encouraged us to provide quality service and assistance to local and outside film production. We pride ourselves on our long-standing and knowledgeable staff, experienced local crew, and film-friendly community. El Paso offers gorgeous, natural scenery. From beautiful desert landscapes, to majestic mountain ranges or wide-open spaces; the versatility of the city's natural attributes coupled with our unique border-culture, truly sets El Paso apart and provides a place and experience like no other. We would love to assist you in finding the perfect location for your project and helping you feel like you're at home while you're here.
Houston Film Commission
http://www.houstonfilmcommission.com/production-and-resources/texas-production-incentives/
The Houston Film Commission is ready to assist your film/video production in the greater Houston & Harris County area.
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.
RGV 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.
South Padre Island CVB Film Commission
Beautiful beaches and water combine with tropical palms and a resort skyline to
create a sun-soaked, waterfront and seaside setting that is compact, film-friendly
and a nature lover's paradise...
Our businesses and residents are friendly, hospitable and eager to help make productions
easy and successful.
We are 28 miles from the Mexican Border and the length of the Island is bordered
by the Gulf of Mexico on one side and the Laguna Madre (Bay) on the other.
The South Padre Island Film Commission is a division of the South Padre Island CVB
create a sun-soaked, waterfront and seaside setting that is compact, film-friendly
and a nature lover's paradise...
Our businesses and residents are friendly, hospitable and eager to help make productions
easy and successful.
We are 28 miles from the Mexican Border and the length of the Island is bordered
by the Gulf of Mexico on one side and the Laguna Madre (Bay) on the other.
The South Padre Island Film Commission is a division of the South Padre Island CVB
Texas Film Commission
The Texas Film Commission is your first stop for resources that serve the film, television, commercial, animation, visual effects and video game industries of Texas. Serving the public since 1971, the Texas Film Commission supports our state's global position as a premier production destination across all media industries. If you want to produce your next project in Texas, our industry-savvy staff is ready to connect you to Texas' diverse locations, experienced workforce, support services, industry organizations and competitive production incentive program.
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