The Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program (TMIIIP)

offers cash rebates of 5%-25% on qualified in-state spending, plus bonus awards that can push your total savings to 31% back.

Texas has committed $1.5 billion over the next ten years to bring your story to the screen.

By securing the Texas Film Credit, productions of any scale can transform these state incentives into direct financial savings, making Texas a premier choice for filmmakers.

TMIIIP Eligibility Requirements: Who qualifies for the Texas Film Credit?

  • – Meets minimum in-state spending: A minimum of $250,000 for film/TV project or $100,000 for commercials in qualified Texas expenses.
  • – Creates positive Texas content: The project’s storyline, setting, or themes should reflect Texas positively or showcase its unique heritage and culture.
  • – Applies before filming begins: A complete application must be submitted and approved by the state prior to the start of principal photography. Retroactive applications are not accepted.

TMIIIP Rebate Structure: How Much Can You Get Back?

  • – Base Rebate: 5% – 25% on qualified Texas spending (wages, vendors, lodging, rentals).
  • – Bonus Uplifts For:
    • – Texas post-production (≥25% of spend)
    • – Filming in rural or underutilized counties
    • – Hiring Texas veterans (≥5% of cast/crew)
    • – Using Texas historic sites
    • – Workforce development partnerships
  • – Maximum Possible Rebate: 31% of eligible costs.

Eligible Projects for the Texas Moving Image Incentive Program (TMIIIP)

  • – Feature films, episodic TV, documentaries
  • – Commercials, music videos, branded content
  • – Animation, VFX, video games, XR projects
  • – Minimum Texas spend: $250K (film/TV) or $100K (commercials)
  • – Content reflects Texas heritage or promotes a positive image of the state

Our TMIIIP Service: How Indago Secures Your Texas Film Rebate

  • Eligibility & Modeling: We analyze your budget and script against TMIIIP rules to forecast your rebate potential.
  • Application Management: We prepare and submit your complete application package on time, before production begins.
  • Bonus Optimization: We advise on strategic decisions—locations, hires, vendors—to unlock every possible incentive dollar.
  • Expense Tracking Setup: We guide your production team on compliant, audit-ready documentation from day one.
  • Audit Preparation & Submission: We compile your final cost report, organize all backup, and manage the state review to get you paid faster.
  • Cash Flow Planning: We help forecast rebate timing and amounts for accurate financing and budgeting.

Texas Film Credit Example: Calculating a TMIIIP Rebate

Production Budget:
$2,000,000

Base Rebate (25%):
$500,000

+ Rural Filming Bonus (2.5%):
+$50,000

+ Veteran Hiring Bonus (2.5%):
+$50,000
Total Potential Rebate:
+$600,000 in cash

Why Apply Now for the Texas Film Credit?

The funding is actively available. With $1.5 billion dedicated to this, Texas is actively seeking to award these incentives, but they are allocated on a competitive basis to qualified applicants.

The process requires advance strategy. To maximize your rebate, decisions about hiring, locations, and vendors need to be made during pre-production. Waiting until after filming can leave significant money on the table.

Compliance is key to payment. The state conducts a thorough audit of all claimed expenses after wrap. Proper documentation from day one is non-negotiable for a smooth and successful rebate payment.

We offer a dedicated, high-value partnership for qualifying productions. Our expert team provides start-to-finish TMIIIP guidance—from initial eligibility and application filing to audit preparation and cash flow planning—ensuring you secure the maximum rebate possible.

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