Learn why major productions are choosing to film in Illinois - and what the 2038 program extensions means for you.
The Illinois film incentive just underwent its most significant update in years! With the new 55% stackable tax credit and program extension through 2038, Illinois has moved from a regional player to a global production powerhouse.
In this webinar, moderator Joseph Chianese is joined by industry leaders Eoin Egan (Co-CEO, Cinespace Studios), co-executive producer Dana Scott (Beef, Ozark), and executive producer Richard S. Lederer (Empire, Power Book IV: Force), for a strategic deep dive into the new rules of Midwest production—and how to extend your budget with incentive savings.
In this session, you'll learn:
- How productions can stack credits (up to 55%) and plan budgets effectively
- New flexibility for hiring, including non-resident crew positions (up to 13) and actors (up to 6, depending on budget)
- How Illinois compares to other major US incentives in CA, NJ, and NY, and strong international incentives in the UK and Ireland
- Lessons from the global production boom and how to leverage Illinois' 15-year program with certainty
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