The development of the film industry will not only generate employment and foster economic activity but also assists in highlighting and preserving the nation's culture, act as a conduit for the transfer of morals and values and contribute to the evolution of our social processes. The opportunities for the local film industry include the following:

• Growing international awareness of the country as a location for filming as a result of tourism marketing programs
• Increasing demand for dynamic new world locations by the international film industry 
• The development of vibrant local film, television and video production sectors with export possibilities

The Ministry of Trade and Industry has established the Trinidad and Tobago Film Company (TTFC) to facilitate the development of the film industry.

The objectives of the TTFC are as follows:

• Facilitate the development of the local film industry and the generation of revenue and employment within the sector
• Promote Trinidad and Tobago as a premier location for international productions
• Be a one-stop shop that facilitates the operations of approved film/television productions

Assist local producers in accessing funding for the production and distribution of their products;

• Be responsible for the overall marketing and promotion of the Trinidad and Tobago film industry within the international market place. It will also be responsible for providing access to channels for distribution of the film products and international funding
• Promote the development of a film culture in Trinidad and Tobago
• Manage a national public awareness campaign by such initiatives as newsletters, radio, print and other media
• Take any action necessary for the development of a vibrant film industry

Advantages

• Advantageous location below the hurricane belt. Our year is separated into a rainy season and a dry season, which makes it easy to shoot consistently
• Excellent casting with an English-speaking population comprised of diverse ethnicities, ranging from European to Middle Eastern, Asian to Africa
• Abundant skilled labor at every level of production, from carpenters and costume makers to set designers, production managers, directors of photography and assistant directors
• Locational diversity includes rainforest, plains, city, towns, beach
• Proven precedents: Currently, 35 video-production companies in Trinidad and Tobago offer a range of film and video services, including television program creation, video production, location and talent scouting, provision of film crews and other management services, as well as animation, and editing and post-production special effects
• Already 4 T&T-only TV stations (Tobago, Synergy, Gayelle and IETV) that broadcast almost 100% local programming
• Dedicated Film Desk within the Ministry of Trade and Tourism assists foreign crews shooting in our country, helping coordinate permits, work with customs and immigration
• Several international productions have recently been filmed in Trinidad and Tobago including Wild on E!, National Geographic, BET, BBC programs, and music videos
• Foreign-business friendly environment includes tax incentives for sponsorship of local art/culture/sports; 30-day work permit exemptions; and import duty concessions for the importation of film equipment
• Competitive foreign exchange rate and lower cost of production, as well as lower cost of business

Please visit the Trinidad & Tobago Film Company for further details on the film sector, and for a comprehensive list of incentives.