State agency dedicated to promoting the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a location for film, television, and commercial production. Assists productions with locations, city/town permitting contacts, the Massachusetts film tax incentive, and posts cast and crew calls and links to local unions, guilds, and support services.
Filming incentives
- Rate
- 25% production expense + 25% payroll credit
- Credit type
- Transferable Tax Credit (up to 90% refundable)
- Min. spend
- $50,000 (plus 75% MA spend or shooting days test)
Figures describe the Massachusetts program, not this office. Incentive terms change with legislation: confirm current rates, caps, and eligibility with the office before budgeting.
At-a-glance figures, not yet checked against official sources
Full Massachusetts incentive breakdown, estimator & comparisonOne of the most competitive programs in the US: 25% production credit, 25% payroll credit with no salary cap, sales tax exemption, and lodging tax exemption for long-term stays. Credits are fully transferable, partially refundable and do not expire.
Official incentive details