CHARLOTTE FILM
Grants & Incentives
North Carolina and South Carolina have incentives in place that make it more affordable to film in the Carolinas. Film projects in the Charlotte region can take advantage of grants and incentives available from both states.
NC Film Incentives at a Glance
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$31M
starting funds per fiscal year
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Up to 25%
rebate on expenses
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Up to $15M
per TV season
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Up to $7M
for feature-length films (including made-for-TV movies)
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No
sunset date as of 10/9/17
REGISTRATION APPLICATION
Production companies shooting in the Charlotte region are asked to complete the Registration Application.
SALES TAX EXEMPTIONS
Sales tax exemptions are in effect in South Carolina on audiovisual master tapes used in the motion picture, television and audio production industries.
SALES TAX CAP
Productions that spend a minimum of $250,000 in South Carolina are exempt from state and local sales and use tax on supplies. The exemption is offered at the point of purchase.
SC Film Incentives at a Glance
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Up to 25%
wage rebates
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Up to 30%
supplier rebates
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Tax Breaks
no state sales & accommodation tax
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Location Fees
no fees on state properties