Setting Up Production Hubs

WHY WORK WITH ME

I am a positive and creative thinker, I’m fast moving, have good judgement and strong communication skills
I have the ability to manage my own time and workload, including being able to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

WHY SET UP PRODUCTION HUBS ?

Running a production hub ensures strategic development of crews and production space, in line with the needs of the market
They are key to streamlining production knowledge of formats between Producers and Technical teams
They offer a way to secure investment in the production, or fast track a network commission
The production incentives landscape is highly active, and countries offer tax incentives for setting up large scale productions

INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTION CONSULTANT SERVICES

Knowledge and latest information of local tax incentives;
Knowledge of government relations for production development and infrastructure
Knowledge of business practice locally
I can advise on the planning of master leases of facilities
I have experience / expert knowledge in physical production management
I have knowledge of production facilities and service companies and vendors in diff markets
I can provide contract management, negotiation skills, business development
I have extensive experience and knowledge of production processes across Europe
An understanding of COVID-19 restrictions in production spaces and during filming

INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTION CONSULTANT DELIVERY

Planning, structuring and delivering project research, analysis, budgets, business plans and recommendations in the form of written deliverables, and client meetings
I can assist in the running of client meetings and facilitating project workshops between small stakeholder groups
I am continuously learning and and keep up to date on relevant market trends, industry news, and technical tools
I can make informed business decisions, and lead with confidence and influence in the context of TV production
I have an understanding of the production business environment and the challenges needed to enhance my clients competitive advantage
I have a strong network of industry professionals and contacts

LOCAL TAX INCENTIVES

High-end TV production can offer countries economic impact, employment, work-force, skills and infrastructure development, and benefits such as screen tourism and national branding
I can apply knowledge of corporate income taxes, VAT, PAYE, NIC and obligations arising under the Foreign Entertainers Unit (FEU)
I can research the best financing plan, whilst looking at local incentives covering up to 25% of eligible expenditure
Many countries around the world offer sizeable and refundable R&D Research & Development tax credits where a business is undertaking eligible R&D activities (as prescribed in the relevant tax law of that country)

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