Motion Picture Production Program
Louisiana Economic Development's Motion Picture Production Program offers up to 40% tax credits to support in-state film and TV production expenditures.
Funder: Louisiana Economic Development
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Up to 40% tax credit on eligible in-state production expenditures; no explicit cap stated.
Summary: Provides substantial tax credits to support in-state film, TV, and related production expenditures in Louisiana.
Description
The Motion Picture Production Program, administered by Louisiana Economic Development (LED), is a statewide incentive designed to attract and retain motion picture, television, and related productions within Louisiana. The program provides a tax credit of up to 40% on eligible in-state production expenditures, including both resident and non-resident labor costs. This initiative aims to offset production costs, stimulate investment in the state's entertainment sector, and foster growth in Louisiana’s creative industries. The program is open to a wide range of film and television projects, and is a key tool for producers seeking to maximize their budgets while working in Louisiana.
