FilmSPC Screen Industry Incentive Program

Welcome to St. Pete-Clearwater Film Commission's Screen Industry Incentive Program! Our mission is to promote the St. Pete-Clearwater area & create a positve economic impact by hosting film, television, and digital media productions. By choosing St. Pete-Clearwater, you'll not only benefit from our vibrant community and stunning locations but also take advantage of our generous incentive offerings.

The Screen Industry Incentive Program

Our Screen Industry Incentive Program offers a 10% cash rebate on total qualified expenditures, for projects filming within Pinellas County and its 24 municipalities. This rebate applies to both above- and below-the-line expenses, including but not limited to location fees, accommodations, food, construction materials, props, and vehicle rentals. Productions must spend at least $100k in local qualified expenditures within Pinellas County to become eligible for the program. To qualify, your project must have a fully executed agreement with Pinellas County and meet all mutually agreed-upon deliverables.

Uplift Incentives

In addition to the base rebate, your project can qualify for up to an additional 10% in uplift incentives, increasing the potential cash rebate to up to 20% of your total qualified expenditures. To achieve this, your project must provide extra marketing value and promote Pinellas County as a top destination. Examples of qualifying activities include:

Showcasing Recognizable Locations: Incorporate beauty shots and references to key landmarks and attractions in Pinellas County.
Marketing Activities: Utilize signage, verbal mentions, and other promotional strategies to highlight the area.
Social Media Promotion: Implement a robust social media plan to increase visibility.
Distribution Commitments: Secure distribution deals or commit to premiere and screening events in the county. Distribution plans will be evaluated at time of application.
Press Tours and Junkets: Host media events that feature Pinellas County locations.

A determination of whether a project meets these standards will be made at the discretion of the FilmSPC review committee.

Why Choose Pinellas County?

Pinellas County offers diverse and picturesque locations— including America’s Favorite Beaches— and a film-friendly environment that makes it an ideal setting for your production. By partnering with us, you can receive financial incentives and contribute to promoting our beautiful region to a wider audience.