2010 MICHIGAN FILMING INCENTIVES
ON LOCATION IN MICHIGAN
Michigan now has the best film incentive in the U.S. for qualifying productions that spend at least $50,000 in Michigan.
- 40% cash rebate, across the board on Michigan expenditures, with a spending threshold of $50,000
- An extra 2% if the company films in one of the 103 Core Communities in Michigan.
- Labor and Crew: 40%-42% Resident and Above the Line, 30% Non-resident Below the Line.
- A low interest loan program and an infrastructure tax credit program as well as a workforce development tax credit for hiring and training current Michigan crewmembers to a higher level.
- The only cap will be a maximum of $2 million salary per employee.
- There is no other cap and no sunset.
Application must include: estimated Michigan expenditures, project type, Michigan production days, local hires and more. The company must send a script/storyboard, insurance documents, the budget, any confidential information requirements and the application fee of $100. The project must commence filming within 90 days of approval.
This incentive became effective in April 2008. Please contact the Michigan Film Office for additional application information.
Contact Marriott at 1-888-636-6580 or by email.