The Creative Content Incentive Program encourages the location and growth of qualifying film, television, and gaming productions in the City of Austin. The CCIP provides grant payments to support the hiring or local residents and promotion of the City of Austin. Learn more about the program below:

If interested in seeking assistance through the program, submit an Incentive Inquiry Form. 

 

Program Details:

The Creative Content Incentive Program provides incentive opportunities to the following projects:

Eligibilities:

  • Project must be a film, television, commercial, game, or visual effects project.
  • Primary location for company’s project must be within the City of Austin.
  • Must pay at least union wages or the City’s Living Wage to those positions for which incentive is received.

For a full list of minimum requirements/eligibilities for all categories, please see the Creative Content Incentive Program Guidelines. 

Awards Offered

Wage-Based Amount 
  • Up to 2.50% of wages paid to local residents

Program Resources