For set and production designers
Tax help for set and production designers.
You build the worlds that stories happen in. We'll take care of the tax behind them.
Sound familiar?
Paid per production
Fees for each job, some in stages, some through payroll.
Tools and materials
Design software, drawing kit, tools and samples. What can you claim?
January sneaks up
You're deep in the next build, and then the deadline is close.
Every production asks something new of you.
One job might be a period drama, the next a music video or a commercial. Some designers lead a whole art department, while others work on smaller productions and do much of the hands-on work themselves. Fees, materials and timings can change from project to project.
We're keen to understand how you work and the kind of projects you want to take on next. With that in mind, we can help you keep track of costs and plan for the business you're building.
What we do for you
We take care of it all.
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Your tax return, done and filed
Every production added up, so you know what you owe and when.
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Your expenses, sorted
Your design software, tools, materials and travel to sets.
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Your books on Xero
Fees, invoices and payments in one place, set up and kept tidy.
One useful answer
Can I claim materials and tools I buy?
If the production doesn't pay you back for them, you can usually claim them. Keep the receipts and we'll do the rest.
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Quick questions
Can I claim my design software?
If you use it for work, it's usually a business cost. We'll add it up for you.
Am I self-employed on every production?
Not always. It depends on the role and the contract, and some productions put you on payroll. We'll look at each one with you.
Should I be a sole trader or a limited company?
It depends on how much you earn and your plans. Our free report compares the two for you.
Hand over your tax return this year.
Tell us a bit about your work and we'll take it from there.