Creative Tax Deductions

Creative professionals often have unusual deduction questions. We help performers and creatives understand what can be claimed and what evidence is required.

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The service

What this service involves

Scope, fit and limits set out plainly, so you know what to expect before we start.

What this includes

  • Grooming and presentation expense review
  • Travel deduction guidance
  • Working-from-home expense support
  • Donation and charity claim review
  • Medical and private health related tax questions

Who this is suitable for

  • Actors and performers
  • Musicians and touring professionals
  • Creative freelancers
  • Entertainment industry employees and contractors

What this does not cover

  • Not every work-related cost is deductible.
  • Private or domestic expenses are generally limited.
  • Claims need evidence and connection to assessable income.

How the process works

  1. 1List the expenses and income-producing activity.
  2. 2Review ATO rules and evidence available.
  3. 3Classify allowable and non-allowable claims.
  4. 4Prepare return positions and record-keeping advice.

Google reviews

Recent five-star feedback.

4.7Based on 247 Google reviews

Victoria Madden

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★★★★★

I am not kidding when I say, Saul Markunsky, Tate, Jane and all the team are the very best in the business. For someone trying to run a small business as a freelance screenwriter and producer, my income and employment status are erratic to say the least, and it takes experts to navigate me through, and that's what I have here. They are friendly, patient and I couldn't recommend them high enough.

Sally Riley

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★★★★★

Highly recommend Kim Arenson at In The Picture. She patiently persevered with my endless questions while explaining income averaging to a novice freelancer. Quick, efficient and no fuss! Couldn't be happier.

Tallulah Thompson

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★★★★★

Kim and the team at ITP have been so helpful as my tax accountants over the past few years. They are responsive and explain things plainly. I am never made to feel bad or rushed when asking questions. I would highly recomend them to those in the creative industry.

Shaela Gosper

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★★★★★

Kristy was great at dealing with my tax return - highly recommend and will continue to use for all future returns!

Tin Pang

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★★★★★

Really happy with the support and service of the team at In The Picture. They are attentive, informative and accomodating with all my tax affairs!

EMMA LUNG

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★★★★★

Best in the biz !! Kim and Saul have been such an enormous help after many problems with our last accountants. We’re so grateful.

Can performers claim grooming expenses?

Haircuts, gym, makeup and presentation costs are common questions, but the tax treatment depends on whether the expense is sufficiently connected to income and not private.

Travel and working-from-home claims

Creative workers often travel or work from home. The right claim depends on purpose, substantiation and the way income is earned.

FAQ

Creative Tax Deductions FAQs.

The questions clients ask us most about creative tax deductions.

Sometimes clients ask about these costs, but deductibility is fact-specific. We review the role, purpose and evidence before claiming.

Medical costs are usually private, but the correct treatment depends on the facts and current tax rules.

Deductible gifts generally need to be made to eligible deductible gift recipients. Crowdfunding and GoFundMe claims need careful review.

Travel claims depend on the purpose of the trip, the records kept and the connection to your assessable income. Private or mixed-purpose travel has limits, so we review the details before lodgement.

You may be able to claim a portion of running costs such as electricity, internet and phone. The method and records required change over time, so we help you choose the approach that suits your situation.

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