Economic Analysis of the Audiovisual Sector in the Republic of Ireland

1. 01
   The audiovisual and radio sectors contributed over €1 billion in Gross Value Added (GVA) to the Irish economy in 2016, with Film, TV, and animation accounting for the largest share at €692 million.See it on page 25
2. 02
   The sectors generated an estimated €191 million in export earnings for Ireland in 2016, primarily from film, television, and animation. Inward production of live-action films and TV programs alone contributed €123.3 million to these export earnings.See it on page 27
3. 03
   Irish animation studios earned an estimated €48.2 million from foreign clients in 2016, representing 74% of their total turnover.See it on page 27
4. 04
   The Section 481 Tax Relief is crucial for the Irish film and TV industry, enabling local projects, attracting international co-productions, and making Ireland competitive for high-budget inward investment. Its future beyond 2020 requires clarification.See it on page 38
5. 05
   Ireland faces a shortage of studio capacity, hindering both inward investment and domestic productions. Existing facilities are often booked, too small, or lack local crew support, increasing costs and limiting growth.See it on page 47
6. 06
   The Irish Film Board (IFB) Screen Commission, despite its potential to attract US production (especially given Brexit uncertainty), has been underfunded due to budget cuts, limiting its impact and leading to misinformation about incentives like Section 481.See it on page 58
7. 07
   Finding affordable business premises is a challenge for smaller companies, particularly in the Animation, VFX, and Games sectors.See it on page 47

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