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South Carolina is one of the country's leading incentive states for film and television series productions. The South Carolina production incentives differ from other states' incentives in that it is a cash rebate, paid to the production company within 30 days of final audit. Other states offer tax credits or tax refunds which require brokers and long waiting periods.
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George Clooney (in uniform No. 7) is the star of “Leatherheads,” but scenes like this football game are filled with nonstars from Greenville, S.C., and vicinity.
Productions that film in South Carolina and spend at least $1,000,000 in the state can receive up to a 20% cash rebate on in-state employee wages and a 10% cash rebate up to $3500 on out-of-state employee wages. Out-of-state performing artists (including stunt performers) are eligible for the full 20% cash rebate. Additionally, South Carolina offers up to a 30% cash rebate on in-state supplier expenditures if at least $1,000,000 is spent in the state.
The 20% wage rebate applies to any employee of the production whose wages are subject to SC withholding tax and earns less than $1,000,000. The 30% supplier rebate applies to all goods and services acquired from a South Carolina supplier.
In addition, all productions spending over $250,000 in South Carolina are exempt from sales and accommodations taxes and all film productions are eligible to use state properties location fee-free. Contact the SC Film Commission for more details about filming on state properties.
South Carolina
A
Film-Friendly State
"... great
crew and a very easy state to shoot. The film commission was extremely
proactive in helping to mount the production. The follow- through during
the shoot was terrific."
- Butch Kaplan, producer of The Notebook
In South Carolina, we appreciate the contribution the film
industry makes to our state and our communities. Our industry-savvy film
commission is dedicated to making the experience of your next production
successful
and
hassle-free. Our extensive network of state and local
officials will open doors for your production. We invite you to experience our
southern hospitality among the rich landscape of South Carolina. (SC Film)
South Carolina Experiences:
"Gaffney is a great town, really all the South Carolina towns are. They're just so charming. And I've gotten such a kick out of talking with your Mayor Jolly. One of our actors got sick, and he was here to recommend Dr. Barnhill in town. It's those little things that make Gaffney an attractive place for a project."
- Judd Payne, producer of Walker, quoted in The Gaffney Ledger, June 15, 2005. By Scott Baughman.
"Many film commissions make promises, but South Carolina delivers. You will love the state and may wind up buying a home."
- Stuart Neumann, Location Manager for Something to Talk About , Production Manager for The Jackal
South Carolina Film News
Indie feature PALMETTO HAUNTING to shoot in Rock Hill
Imagery Pictures, LLC is looking for crew to work on our feature film,
"Palmetto Haunting." Production is expected to go for 14 days from Jan.
10th - Jan 25th, 2009 in the Rock Hill and Chester areas. All crew
positions are volunteer. Hotel accommodations will be provided. We need
to fill the following positions:
1st AD
2nd AD
Gaffer
Script Supervisor
Make-up
Sound
