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Working in Oklahoma’s Film & Music Industry
When award season rolls out its red carpet, Oklahoma is no stranger to the stage. Hollywood heavy hitters like Killers of the Flower Moon, Reservation Dogs, and Minari have made Oklahoma their muse, and the state’s country music roots have evolved into a rocking sound of our own. Boasting the most diverse terrain in the country and a rich musical heritage, there’s a place for every maker in Oklahoma’s film and music industry.
3 Certified Soundstages
30+ Film Friendly Certified Communities
21 Film Industry Training Programs
Major Players
- Apple Original Films
- Paramount Pictures
- Universal Pictures
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- BOK Center
- Paycom Center
- Amblin Entertainment
- A24
- MTV Entertainment Studios
- FX Productions
Names to Know
Oklahoma Film and Music Office
The one-stop-shop for making your creative career happen in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Film and Music Office connects creators with incentives, crew, location services, music venues, and more. OF+MO also oversees the production rebate program, which offers a base of 20% to projects that film principal photography in Oklahoma.
Cain’s Ballroom
Nestled in downtown Tulsa for over 100 years, Cain’s Ballroom is a live music cathedral. Legends like Bob Wills, Willie Nelson, Jack White, and Sid Vicious have all graced its historic stage, making it a bucket list stop for artists on the rise. No wonder the Los Angeles Times named the iconic spot one of America’s best venues for live music.
Prairie Surf Studios
Twisters, Tulsa King, and American Underdog are just a handful of productions that have turned Prairie Surf Studios into their homebase. With 1.3 million square-feet of space and five clearspan soundstages, Prairie Surf is the largest production facility in Oklahoma. It also frequently hosts events to plug filmmakers and crew into opportunities.
deadCenter Film Festival
Each June, thousands of filmmakers flock to Oklahoma City for this annual indie cinema block party. Recognized by Smithsonian Magazine as one of the eight festivals worth attending, deadCenter’s slate of over 200 films attracts the country’s top talent. As an Academy Award-Qualifying Festival for animated and live action shorts, the best-of-the-best is what’s on-screen.
Oklahoma City Community College
Founded by the late Oscar-winning producer of Godfather fame, OCCC’s Gray Frederickson Department of Digital Cinema is churning out some of the top film talent in the nation. Don’t just take our word for it. In 2024, MovieMaker Magazine named it one of the top film schools in the U.S. and Canada, complete with a 6,000-square-foot soundstage and industry-leading equipment. All for a fraction of the price of the other guys.
