Dear Illinois Film Community,
We have been closely monitoring the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and abiding by the guidelines provided to us from Governor Pritzker, as well as the Center for Disease Control. We realize this health situation has had a great impact on filmmaking in Illinois.
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of the staff, all Illinois Film Office employees will be working from home. However, you can reach us via email at Film@Illinois.gov.
The Illinois Production Tax Credit Incentive program is 100% up and running. If you would like to apply for our program, you may do so accordingly. Applications will continue to be processed on a first come, first served basis. If you have submitted or will be submitting a credit claim, claims will also continue to be processed on a first come, first served basis.
Has COVID-19 affected your employment? If you have been laid off or had to close your business due to the pandemic, please visit www.illinoisworknet.com to learn about how the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity may be able to assist with your business and individual needs.
We will continue to provide news and updates via our website and social media platforms.
Thank you, be safe and stay healthy.
Peter Hawley
Director, Illinois Film Office
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