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SOUTH CAROLINA FILM OFFICE
1201 Main Street #1600
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 737-0490
(803) 737-3022 Hotline
(803) 737-3104 Fax
http://www.FilmSC.com.
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THE PRODUCERS GUILD OF AMERICA IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE FILM OFFICE. PLEASE VERIFY ALL INFORMATION WITH THE FILM OFFICE DIRECTLY.
FilmUSA Contact: Andy Fraser
1. Does your state offer tax incentives? YES For details: http://www.FilmSC.com/cash.html For a summary: EP Summary of South Carolina lncentive
2. Are there sales tax discounts? Exemptions
3. Are there hotel tax discounts? Exemption applies to Accommodations taxes
4. Are there any state or local fees offered at no charge?
a. Police/Fire ? No, but very reasonable rates
b. Permits? Only 3 towns require permits
c. Use of state or locations at no charge/reduced cost? State properties may be used as filming locations without a location fee. Contact the SC Film Commission for more details
5. Is your state a "right to work state? Yes
6. Crew base
a. Number of union crews (i.e. - how many productions can be served?) 2.5
b. Number of non-union crews 1
c. Allowances to bring crew from out-of state (union cooperation) Yes, IA #491 serves both SC and NC and offers a “nearby" stipend
d. Crew contact information http://www.FilmSC.com/hire1.asp or the SCFC: 803.737.0490
7. Do you have sound stages?
Company: Hollywood SC Studios
Contact: Matt Slechter
City: Hollywood
Zip: 29449
County: Charleston
Region: Charleston
Phones: TELEPHONE: (843)853-2232
Email: matthew@atlasworldwide.net
Web Site: http://www.hollywoodscstudios.com
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Company: The Broadcast Group (This was formerly CROWN STUDIOS)
Contact: Ron Aldridge
City: Fort Mill
Zip: 29715
County: York
Region: Rock Hill
Phones: CELLPHONE: (803)367-2012
TELEPHONE: (704)522-4466; FAX: (704)527-4447
Email: ron@thebroadcastgroup.com
Web Site: http://www.thebroadcastgroup.com
b. Alternatives to sound stages (warehouses, etc)? Many warehouse in various areas of the state – call the SCFC for latest listings
8. Do you have equipment houses in your state?
a. Please specify grip/electric/camera/vehicles, etc. High Output Lighting and Grip, Screen Gems-SC (Grip and Electric) , Film Trucks, Palmetto Production Equipment, NEW: Cine Catering, GO Camera Support
b. Where are they located? Charleston region
c. If not in your state, closest facilities? All other equipment and services in neighboring Ga and NC
9. Do you have film and/or sound labs in your state? No - GA is closest state
10. Specify your weather patterns http://www.FilmSC.com/climate.html for complete details
11. What are the child labor laws in your area? South Carolina follows Federal guidelines
12. Please list the productions which have shot in your state within the last 2 years.
Dear John, Relativity Media
Nailed, Capitol Pictures
The New Daughter, Gold Circle
Army Wives TV Series (Seasons 1- 3 ABC/Lifetime)
Leatherheads, Smokehouse/Universal
Gospel Hill, Gospel Hill Productions
Walker Payne, Persistent Entertainment
Asylum, Hyde Park Entertainment
Death Sentence, Hyde Park Entertainment
The Strangers, Mandate Pictures
Who's Your Caddy, Ascendant Pictures
Patriotville, Two Roads Entertainment
15. Please add any additional information, or a statement from your office here.
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.
South Carolina perks:
Experienced crew and supplier base
Aggressive incentives
Cooperative and welcoming communities that offer local incentives
Few permits
Mild climate that allows comfortable year-round shooting
University intern assistance and 35mm production gear
Add to this the beauty and geographic diversity of South Carolina and you'll find we're an unbeatable combination!
We look forward to working with you.
Sincerely,
Jeff Monks
Film Commissioner
http://www.FilmSC.com
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