Common questions about the Illinois Green Production Uplift

Not automatically. Productions must meet the applicable Illinois Film Office / DCEO sustainability certification requirements. We help assess readiness, identify what actions may be required, and build a documentation plan around those requirements — we do not make eligibility determinations ourselves.

Before pre-production whenever possible. The earlier a plan is built into the production workflow, the easier it is to collect evidence and avoid gaps. Productions that start at wrap generally face the highest documentation risk.

Yes, though the available options are usually more limited. We can review existing records, identify documentation gaps, coordinate vendor follow-up, and help organize the strongest available file. Our Post-Wrap Closeout service is designed specifically for this situation.

No. We support the sustainability planning and documentation layer, and coordinate with your existing tax-credit, accounting, or production finance team. We are meant to complement those professionals, not replace them.

No. Certification and credit approval are determined by the Illinois Film Office, not by us. We help productions prepare, track, and document their sustainability efforts, with the goal of supporting the strongest possible submission — with no guaranteed outcome.

Not currently. We are developing our qualifications and operating model, and we do not claim current IFO/DCEO approval. We will update this page if that status changes.

Yes. Commercials, films, television, documentaries, digital content, and other eligible production types may benefit from a repeatable documentation process.

Start with a consultation or the readiness form. We will help you understand what information is needed and what realistic next steps look like — without generating an automated eligibility determination.

We offer fixed-fee, retainer, and tiered service structures depending on production size and the level of support needed. We discuss specific pricing on a consultation call, once we understand your production's timeline and documentation starting point.