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Global filmmakers and production companies looking for post-production support, take note! Australia's PDV Offset offers significant cost savings, access to top-notch visual effects and post-production talent, and a pathway to streamlined international collaboration.
The Financial Incentive:
Major Tax Break:Â The PDV Offset provides a 30% tax rebate on qualifying expenses related to Australian post-production, digital, and visual effects work.
State-Level Sweeteners:Â Â Combine the PDV Offset with additional rebates of up to 15% offered by certain Australian states and territories.
Eligible Spending (PDV QAPE):
Focus on Quality: Post-production, audio/visual effects creation, editing, and mixing.
Support Local Talent: Salaries, per diems, and travel for PDV-related staff based in Australia (minimum two consecutive weeks of employment).
Facilities Matter: Rental costs for relevant equipment and workspaces.
Flexibility and Partnership
Package it Your Way:Â Option to divide work across multiple Australian post-production facilities for specialised expertise.
Minimum to Qualify:Â A minimum spend of A$500,000 on QAPE is required, with a single company responsible for claiming.
Key Benefits
Budget Relief:Â Â Substantial cost reduction on essential post-production phases.
World-Class Work:Â Â Australia's visual effects and post-production industry is competitive on the global stage.
Building a Strong Ecosystem:Â Â The PDV Offset benefits both international filmmakers and the growth of the Australian film industry.
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The PDV Offset presents an attractive opportunity to optimise post-production budgets while collaborating with skilled Australian professionals. If you're seeking a competitive edge, it's well worth investigating how it can fit into your production strategy.
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