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To increase economic opportunities by building and promoting film and the related media industries in the State of Alabama. This includes recommending policies and legislation, implementing and participating in programs and projects, and actively representing Alabama’s natural assets and film industry infrastructure.

Incentives:
A qualified production company shall be entitled to a 25% rebate of all state certified expenditures and 35% of all payroll paid to residents of Alabama for the state certified production. Production expenditures for a project must equal or exceed at least $500,000 but must not exceed $10,000,000.

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Alaska: a big state for the big (and little) screen!

The first thing to know is that Alaska is BIG. How big? Alaskans like to say that if you cut Alaska in half it would make Texas the third largest state. That’s a lot of real estate – and a lot of different landscapes and ecosystems. Across Alaska are a nearly unlimited number of potential filming locations – so unless you’re looking for sun-baked cactus in the desert, Alaska can help realize your vision.

With a base rate of 30% on below and above the line spending in Alaska and additional percentages for local hire (+10%), off-season, October to March (+2%) and shooting in a rural areas (+2%), our incentive program offers up to 44% in a transferable tax credit to encourage projects to greenlight Alaska. With up to $100 million available and a minimum spend of only $100,000, most projects can qualify.

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Albuquerque, New Mexico's largest city, is a unique combination of the very old intermixed with the very new. The city offers a spectacular blend of diverse culture, cuisine, people and style. The population of the greater Albuquerque metro area is 712,738, and the city spreads over 180 square miles.

New Mexico's financial incentives are the most aggressive in the nation and there is no location fee required when filming in state-owned buildings. Albuquerque is the hub for talent, crew, sound stages and equipment in New Mexico.
With urban cityscapes and suburban small-town looks, prairie land and forest, old Victorian homes and ultra-modern dwellings, Albuquerque can easily double as Anywhere, USA. Our city's production community is highly experienced and always committed to making each project a success. The City of Albuquerque and the State of New Mexico offer tax and investment incentives for film and television production.

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We provide professional assistance to production companies that are interested in, or have chosen, the Amarillo area for a project. Our services include:

• Assistance in finding location scouts and sites
• Assistance in contacting local, state and federal agencies
• Assistance in obtaining any permits where needed
• Assistance in finding special services and personnel
• Limited location file photography

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Film In Arizona! Count on first-rate support from our experienced professionals, who know production. We'll address your location needs with tailor-made services that insure a hassle-free shoot. Script review, location permits, GIS mapping, crew support, or location suggestions, the ADOC Film Office is here for you. Rely on our established relationships with local, county, state, federal and tribal governments as well as private sector liaisons - statewide. Make it easy on yourself!

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The Arkansas Economic Development Commission Film Unit was created in 1979 to promote Arkansas to film, video, television and commercial production companies.

Services include:

* Provide information to filmmakers considering Arkansas, such as potential locations, agents & crew information
* Assisting filmmakers while in the state
* Accompanying them on scouting trips
* Introducing them to community leaders, officials, landowners and others who can assist the production company
* Acting as liaison with other agencies and local officials
* Promoting interest and developing capability of filmmakers and local film commissions within Arkansas

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Planning to film in Austin? You’ll find everything you need to get started right here. The Austin Convention & Visitors Bureau Film Commission has organized some essential tools to help productions stay on schedule and on budget.

One of our featured attractions? The “Now Playing” film discount card. ACVB’s Film Commission, in conjunction with the City of Austin, created this discount card for big and small budget productions alike. Local vendors offer discounts to working casts and crews, who, in turn, experience local businesses and local flavor.

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We in The Bahamas Film and Television Commission, are entirely grateful for your continued support of our location. We have seen an upswing in productions coming from our core markets in the United States, Canada and Europe; this has been spurred by the easy access to the Bahamas from major gateways from these markets. Location managers from all over have made inquiries about filming in the Bahamas, we have received interests from Hollywood to Bollywood.

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The Baltimore Film Office welcomes you!

Baltimore has been the setting for hundreds of movies, television series, documentaries and commercials over the years. We are proud of our cinematic heritage and look forward to continuing our history of being one of the finest moviemaking cities in the country.

It's our mission here at the Baltimore Film Office to provide exceptional service to all productions scouting and filming in Baltimore. Our staff has nearly 20 years of experience in and with the film industry in Baltimore. We will help you scout locations, secure permits, provide logistical support and coordinate with city agencies for use of city properties, equipment and personnel. We strive to facilitate the growth of the film industry in Baltimore and to create an awareness of the economic and cultural benefits of filmmaking and film-related events.

The Baltimore Film Office is a division of the Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts whose mission is to make Baltimore a more vibrant and creative city in which to live, work and play. Please join us!

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Many of you may not be aware of all the filming that takes place in Berkeley. Our city has played host to some very memorable movies. We’ve also been the backdrop to many commercials, photo shoots, documentaries and television shows.

There are many attributes the City of Berkeley and University have to offer the film industry. Location professionals scout and admire our architectural buildings and residences, varied landscapes and views from Tilden Regional Park to the Berkeley Marina, tree-lined shopping districts and neighborhoods.

Research shows the “first” documented movie to film in Berkeley was back in 1919. The film was called “The Fear Woman”, a Samuel Goldwyn Picture, directed by J.A. Barry. Now, we’re pretty sure this wasn’t a block-buster per se, but if you’ve seen it or heard of it, please let us know.

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