{"id":23903,"date":"2026-04-28T09:00:04","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T13:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/?post_type=press-release&#038;p=23903"},"modified":"2026-04-28T08:44:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T12:44:29","slug":"now-accepting-applications-for-the-film-incentive-program","status":"publish","type":"press-release","link":"https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/media-advisories\/press-releases\/2026\/04\/now-accepting-applications-for-the-film-incentive-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Now Accepting Applications for the Film Incentive Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-23597\" src=\"https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/26.01_OC-Logo-V-Color.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/26.01_OC-Logo-V-Color.png 648w, https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/26.01_OC-Logo-V-Color-228x300.png 228w, https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/26.01_OC-Logo-V-Color-600x790.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/>Orange County Launches Film Incentive Application Portal<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Orange County, FL \u2013 Orange County today announced the opening of its Film Incentive Program application portal, now accepting submissions from eligible film, television, and commercial productions. The portal opens Monday, April 27 at 9:00 a.m. and will remain open until May 27, 2026. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, subject to available funding.<\/p>\n<p>Backed by a $25 million, five-year investment funded through the Tourist Development Tax (TDT), the Film Incentive Program is designed to attract high-impact productions to the region, create high-wage jobs for local creative professionals, and boost tourism by showcasing Orange County\u2019s diverse locations and communities to global audiences.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Film Incentive Program reflects Orange County\u2019s commitment to growing our creative economy and positioning our region as a premier destination for the entertainment industry,\u201d said Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings. \u201cWe look forward to welcoming productions that will showcase everything Orange County has to offer.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The program is open to production companies seeking to film in Central Florida. Eligible projects include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Feature films<\/li>\n<li>Television series<\/li>\n<li>Streaming productions<\/li>\n<li>Commercials<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cWe are thrilled to open the portal and begin accepting applications for this exciting program,\u201d said Jen Pennypacker, Film Incentive Program Administrator. \u201cOrange County is ready to compete for the best productions in the industry. Between our competitive incentive offering, diverse filming locations, experienced local workforce, and world-class infrastructure, we have everything a production needs to succeed \u2014 and we look forward to proving it.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Production companies can apply through the online portal and access program guidelines at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocfl.net\/EconomicDevelopment\/FilmIncentiveProgram.aspx\">https:\/\/www.ocfl.net\/FilmIncentive<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Here is a link to frequently asked questions about the program: <a href=\"https:\/\/ocfl.box.com\/s\/9x4h3a0dgxnx58zixezyzf6woc1rywpt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/ocfl.box.com\/s\/9x4h3a0dgxnx58zixezyzf6woc1rywpt<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For inquiries, contact the Film Incentive Program at OCFilm@ocfl.net.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Orange County Launches Film Incentive Application Portal Orange County, FL \u2013 Orange County today announced the opening of its Film Incentive Program application portal, now accepting submissions from eligible film, television, and commercial productions. 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