by Carmel | Mar 2, 2026 | Producer Offset
If you are financing an Australian film or television production, your lender will almost certainly require a QAPE opinion before releasing funds. Understanding QAPE opinion Australia requirements is essential for any producer seeking offset finance. A QAPE opinion is...
by Carmel | Nov 20, 2025 | Film & TV Production
Managing the Full Financial Lifecycle of a Feature Film Earlier this year, a first-time feature film producer came to Count Out Loud with a project that was fully financed and ready to go into pre-production. The film had a confirmed budget of $2.5 million, four...
by Blake Jenkins | Aug 14, 2025 | Producer Offset
When the Numbers Do Not Add Up – A Documentary Offset Recovery Note: The details in this case study have been anonymised to protect client confidentiality. The financial figures and production details are representative of a real engagement. I got a call late...
by Blake Jenkins | Feb 10, 2025 | Producer Offset
What is an SPV and Why Do Film Productions Need One? An SPV – or Special Purpose Vehicle – is a company set up specifically for a single production. Rather than running your film through an existing business entity or your personal affairs, you create a...
by Carmel | Nov 18, 2024 | Producer Offset
How Do You Claim the Producer Offset in Australia? The Screen Producer Offset (commonly called the Producer Offset) is a refundable tax offset under Division 376 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997, administered by Screen Australia. To claim this offset, you apply...
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