Films and television are produced all over the world, depending on the needs of the production. Although New York and Hollywood are always associated with production, many choose great cities for a number of reasons, including tax incentives, the scenery, or the crew. Continue reading to learn about cities where TV and film production is thriving.
- Atlanta
Atlanta is a popular location because they offer a 20% tax credit, and the city understands the benefits in terms of jobs throughout the state. Atlanta has a number of local colleges that have curricula that are based in the film industry. This way, people who go to these schools can get the training they need to get jobs on sets.
- New Orleans
New Orleans is another city that makes filmmakers feel welcome. They offer a 30% tax credit and they have a lot of people who are trained to work on the crew. Production teams enjoy working in New Orleans because they have no trouble finding the help they need.
- Seattle
Seattle is on the west coast and they claim to be 30% less expensive for filming than Los Angeles. They also offer a 30% cash-back incentive. The Pacific Ocean is there and they have incredible mountains. They do have to compete with Vancouver for business, but they have crews available and their economic plan includes the film and television industry.
- Minneapolis
The Minnesota Film and TV Board calls their state the Land of 10,000 Locations. They offer movie productions between 20% and 25% cash back on their productions, and they call it Anowbate. They have a lovely landscape and their snow is the real thing.
- Chicago
There are many reasons why filmmakers go to Chicago. They offer a 30% tax credit and it has an authentic cityscape. The crews have that wonderful midwestern work ethic and Chicago has been loyal to the movie industry. Not only do they have the city, but there are museums, a river, and amazing architecture. There are a lot of different locations that film producers can use.