Cherokee Film is a film and tv ecosystem consisting of four branches that work symbiotically to innovate narrative sovereignty and create a better, more inclusive life for the next seven generations.
Cherokee Film Commission brings 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, tribal incentive, as well as its sought-after database representing Native American talent, crew, consultants and support services.
The CFC can post information about cast or crew you are looking to hire via cherokee.film, e-Blast and social media at the discretion of the CFC. Please fill out a project registration form to get started here.
The CFC can feature your property to be considered for upcoming productions. Simply click here to add your locations or business to our directory. Any film production interested will contact you directly.
The CFC does not fund projects but has compiled a list of external funding sources for your convenience. Click here for a list of funding sources we have compiled for your convenience.
The CFC works with anyone interested in bringing their projects to the Cherokee Nation. To get started, fill out our project registration form here. For those looking to list themselves in our databases for crew and talent, the film office requires that you be Native American and able to furnish proof of tribal citizenship.
If you have questions about historical or cultural accuracy in your screenwriting, we can connect you with an appropriate expert or academic resource. To get started, fill out the project intake form. If you’re trying to get your script optioned, you can add yourself as a screenwriter to our database here.
The CFC is based in Oklahoma. Our two offices are located in Tulsa and Tahlequah.
Beginning March 1, 2022, the Cherokee Nation Film Office began accepting applications for a new cash rebate incentive fund offering up to $1 million annually for production expenses occurring within the boundaries of the Cherokee Nation. Find more information here.
Signing up for our crew and talent directory is simple and secure! Just click here and you’ll be walked through the process. You can log in anytime and update your file.
The CFC works to increase the presence of Native Americans in every level of the film and television industries. The film office does so by creating databases of Native crew and talent. We allow you to self-submit to these databases. We connect producers, directors and those looking to create films, but we do not do any casting. We often post casting calls on our site and social media channels, so be sure to subscribe to our email list and follow us everywhere. Click here to get started.
We love hearing story suggestions from our viewers! Please submit your feature suggestion here. Our only requirement for consideration is they must be an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation.
We are always looking to grow our team with the most talented individuals. Please visit our careers page here to see current available positions.
Thank you for your interest in licensing our footage. Please send an email to [email protected] with your inquiry, footage details and your contact information and we will consider your request.
We allow potential screenings of our original content on a case-by-case basis. Please provide all available screening details when contacting [email protected]. Please allow at least two weeks for consideration.
Studio A is 27,000-square-feet with 9,000-square-feet dedicated to the XR wall. Studio B is roughly 10,000-square-feet with dedicated HMU and other amenities. Click here to learn more.
The estimated time of CFI launch is January 2025.
It will be headquartered at Cherokee Film Studios Owasso Campus.
Yes, there will be an industry standard certificate provided to anyone who completes the required coursework. More details to come.
The estimated time of CFI launch is January 2025.
It will be headquartered at Cherokee Film Studios Owasso Campus.
Yes, there will be an industry standard certificate provided to anyone who completes the required coursework. More details to come.
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