Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program
Austin, TX
In Texas, the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program (TMIIIP) provides cash grants to qualifying animation and visual effects (VFX) projects based on eligible in-state spending.
Incentive Structure:
Base Grant:
5% for spending between $250,000 and $1 million
10% for spending between $1 million and $3.5 million
20% for spending over $3.5 million
Additional Grant:
An extra 2.5% is available for projects allocating at least 10% of their eligible in-state spending to post-production activities.
Eligibility Criteria:
Minimum Texas Spending:
$250,000 for film and television projects
$100,000 for commercial projects
Residency Requirements:
At least 55% of the paid crew and 55% of the paid cast, including extras, must be Texas residents.
Application Process:
Inquiry Submission: Complete the Incentives Inquiry Form with basic project details, including estimated Texas expenditures and tentative production dates.
Application Window: Submit your application no earlier than 180 days before production starts and no later than 5 PM, five business days before production begins.
Required Documentation: Provide a detailed budget of anticipated Texas spending and relevant content materials.
Contact Information:
Email: film@gov.texas.gov
Website: Texas Film Commission
For comprehensive guidelines and necessary forms, refer to the TMIIIP Forms & Guidelines page.
Please note that Texas is actively enhancing its film incentive programs. Recent legislative proposals aim to allocate nearly $500 million to bolster the state's film industry, potentially increasing available incentives.
