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Global Production Incentives: A Look Back at 2024 and What’s Ahead in 2025
A retrospective of the major UK reforms, incentives introduced in Ireland & the broader European market, and opportunities for productions in Asia. The film and television industry continues to evolve as we emerge from years of social and economic challenges. Production incentives are one facet of the industry that has…
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Producing soon in California...
California is keeping the cameras rolling! The California Film Commission has allocated $108.6 million in tax credits to 10 projects through its Film & Television Tax Credit Program and Soundstage Filming Tax Credit Program. The lineup includes a relocating TV series, recurring series, new series, a miniseries, and feature…
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Latest Louisiana Update . . .
It started in Louisiana, and it’s staying in Louisiana! Final legislation passed yesterday (November 22, 2024) preserving Louisiana’s film and television tax credit program along with other modifications as part of a comprehensive tax reform package passed by the state legislature. House Bill 2 will now head to Gov. Jeff…
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California Governor Proposes $750 Million in Annual Film Tax Credits
Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to more than double the amount the state offers in incentives, which would make its program one of the nation’s most generous. If the proposal is approved by the State Legislature, California would offer more money to entice film productions than any state except Georgia, which provides unlimited…
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Will US Tax Credits ever be able to compete with European Incentives?
Does anyone have any ideas about how US (and Los Angeles) can step up to compete with Euro tax credits? Rooting for Nevada to pass their incentives bill next year 🤞
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Film London Production Finance Market Opens with Keynote on the IFTC UK tax credit...
While we'd probably rather shoot in the US, it's good to know the tax credits available internationally. You can also do a deeper dive with EP's webinar on boosting your budget with UK's Independent Film Tax Credit.
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Tax Credit Changes Boost Film & TV Production in Ontario
Ontario’s recently enhanced tax credits make it easier than ever for productions of all sizes and genres to film in the province. The Welcome to Ontario sign says “Open for business”—and that’s certainly true in the entertainment world. Offering ample location diversity, healthy infrastructure, and access to abundant…
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Job Alert! CA Film Commission - Tax Credit Team/DEIA Program Associate
The California Film Commission is looking for a new analyst to join their tax credit team! Candidates must have knowledge of production budgeting and tagging, as well as professional/personal experience within the diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility space. Application deadline is September 23, 2024. Apply now!…
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What's happening in Nevada?
What Happens In Vegas Isn't Staying in Vegas - As Sony and Warner Bros. Compete for State Backing for Las Vegas Studios:
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Listen to "Talking Film Tax Benefits" with Fred Siegel, CPA
Producers, check out today's episode of The Art of Film Funding Podcast, hosted by Carole Dean and featuring special guest Fred Siegel, indie film, tax, and business consultant, and founder of Fred Siegel, CPA. Fred Siegel is an indie film, tax, and business consultant and founder of Fred Siegel, CPA (1997, NYC), a…