FilMiami film incentive program modifies minimum application requirements

Miami-Dade County's local TV/film and digital entertainment production incentive program has modified its minimum application requirements and procedures as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. COVID-19 has redesigned how movies and television projects are produced; therefore, to adjust for the changes, Miami-Dade County has adapted their program to better fit the needs of the industry.

Under the modified minimum application requirements, the number of Miami-Dade County residents that film production companies must hire has been changed from a set number to a percentage. The changes are:

• Productions spending $1,000,000 must hire 70% of Miami-Dade County residents (excluding background talent).

• Productions spending $500,000 must hire 70% of Miami-Dade County residents (excluding background talent).

“The modifications will allow more flexibility for productions to meet less stringent eligibility requirements,” said Sandy Lighterman, the Chief of Film and Entertainment for Miami-Dade County. “Additionally, modifying minimum application requirements and procedures will attract more filmmakers who have lower budgets and/or are struggling with the COVID-19 safety requirements.”

Miami-Dade County is an ideal destination for film and entertainment projects. From diverse locations, experienced crews and local talent base to superior infrastructure, it boasts of a dynamic, flourishing production industry that employs approximately 10,000 full and part-time workers and has an annual impact of over $1 billion to the local economy.

For more information on the TV/film and digital entertainment production incentive program, visit the Office of Film and Entertainment website or call 305-375-3288.