Cherokee Film

Our mission at Cherokee Film is to reclaim Cherokee and Native narratives by increasing representation across film and media while creating an ecosystem that supports production and drives economic activity in the Cherokee Nation.

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The Cherokee Film Commission invites filmmakers to experience all that Cherokee Nation has to offer. Our team serves as your liaison to Indian Country, connecting you with diverse locations spanning 5 eco-regions, skilled Native talent and crew, our tribal film rebate and virtual production soundstage.

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Cherokee Film Productions creates content that tells the stories of Cherokee people. From an Emmy-award winning docuseries and feature-length documentaries to narratives incorporating the Cherokee language, our production teams harness the power of technology to push our storytelling tradition forward.

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Cherokee Film Institute is Cherokee Nation's first film and media education and workforce development center. We provide students with the education and training needed to enter the film industry. We're eager to develop future storytellers and create sustainable opportunities within Cherokee Nation.

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Cherokee Film Studios, located at our Owasso campus, offers a 9,000-square-foot XR space, which is the first tribal soundstage of its kind. The 27,000-square-foot studio space is also home to editing suites, pro-grade audio suites, full hair and make-up suites, as well as office space and warming kitchen. A second soundstage provides an additional 10,000-square-feet of production space.

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Cherokee Film Commission attracts film and media productions to the Cherokee Nation and connects filmmakers to assets within the reservation including its film-friendly communities, diverse locations, film studios and tribal incentive, as well as its sought-after databases representing Native talent, crew, consultants and support services. 

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Interested in a job in film?

The film and television industries are growing like never before in Oklahoma and within the Cherokee Nation. There are numerous opportunities to provide your skills on set. From screenwriting to set construction to sound editing, there is an excellent chance to utilize your talents and be a part of innovative projects working for change.

OWASSO, OK

Cherokee Film Studios, Owasso Campus, is a 27,000-square-foot facility including a virtual production soundstage, production offices and flex spaces, located just 15 minutes from Tulsa International Airport.

A second facility provides an additional 10,000 square feet and a second soundstage.

TULSA, OK

Cherokee Film is headquartered in downtown Tulsa, near the Historic Greenwood District and entertainment districts only 10 minutes south of the Tulsa International Airport.

Tahlequah, Cherokee Nation Capital

Cherokee Film includes the first certified tribal film commission. Our tribal headquarters is based in Tahlequah, OK.

Welling, OK

Cherokee Film manages a 200+ acre backlot, a former boy scout camp in the beautiful rural hills of the Cherokee Nation, just 15 minutes from Tahlequah.

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