Production Directories

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Production Directory

The Cherokee Film Commission offers the first-ever directories of Native American talent and crew. You will also find directories of historical and cultural consultants and support services throughout the Cherokee Nation. All crew and talent directory entries must be able to provide proof of citizenship in a federally recognized tribe when submitting their application. Learn about each directory and how it could enhance your project or how to register.

Native American talent Directory

The Native American talent directory is a first-of-its-kind, all-inclusive source for productions looking to find Native American crew.

Native American crew Directory

The Native American crew directory is a first of its kind, all-inclusive database of Native American actors, extras and voice actor talent.

Support Services Directory

The support services directory offers a database of businesses in the Cherokee Nation and the surrounding areas in Oklahoma. Learn more about the businesses and the products and services available to film and television productions for purchase or hire by clicking the button below.

Cultural consultants directory

The historical and cultural consultants directory is a database of Native American and academic experts who can be hired to consult on film and television projects. If you are an academic professional or expert specializing in Native American culture, history or languages please register as a historical consultant.

Partner Directories

To best serve your needs while filming inside the Cherokee Nation, we have compiled a list of non-Native owned businesses to maximize your connection to local resources. In addition, we are also providing you with the businesses and services databases from our partners at the Oklahoma Film + Music Office and the Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts & Culture.

Work in film

The film and TV industry is growing like never before in Oklahoma and the Cherokee Nation. Hand in hand with that growth comes job opportunities requiring all levels of experience. Whether in front of the camera or behind it, productions need everything from electricians and welders to costume designers and accountants. Learn about what industry careers are available and where your place is in film. View our industry production jobs sheet below.

For more information, contact us at cherokee.film@cn-bus.com or call 918.645.3396.