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OF+MO Hosts Second Annual Film and Music Day at the Capitol
Join OF+MO Tuesday, April 1, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Oklahoma Capitol for Film and Music Day, which will highlight these industries for state legislature. Taking place on the second-floor rotunda, Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell and Cherokee Nation Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. will be among the guests to kick off the day.
This come-and-go event will feature over 55 film and music vendors, various music performances and a special effects make-up demo. This event is FREE and open to the public. Thanks to our presenting partners who will help make the day a success: Oklahoma City Film & Creative Industries Office, the Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts & Culture and the Cherokee Film Office.
We hope you can join us! Contact Jenn Easley at jenn.easley@okcommerce.gov with questions.
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Calling Okie Musicians: Get Ready to Wrecord with 24-Hour Music Race
OF+MO is proud to be a sponsor of the upcoming Wrecords Music Festival, a 24-hour music recording race that begins at 11:59 p.m. on March 14 where independent artists will be given a genre, one lyric and an instrument that must be utilized to compose an original song. First place winners will receive a $2,500 cash prize, a professionally produced music video by Intellego Media and an automatic selection into the band lineup for USAO’s Droverstock and The Oklahoma Food Truck Championship. The winning track will also play over the radio waves sponsored by Mollman Media.
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RECAP: Stream the 2025 Oklahoma Film Legislative Preview Event
Last month, OF+MO, the Oklahoma City Film & Creative Industries Office, the Tulsa Office of Film, Music, Arts & Culture and the Cherokee Film Commission hosted the 2025 Oklahoma Film Legislative Preview. This event featured a panel of film commission representatives as well as state leaders Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell and Rep. Brian Hill who highlighted the achievements of the state’s film and television industry, including newly released data on the economic impact of these sectors in Oklahoma.
If you missed it, watch on YouTube!
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Master Script Breakdown & Character Development for Costume Design with Valerie Parker
Meridian Technology Center’s South Guthrie Campus is offering Script Breakdown & Character Development for Costume Designing, a hands-on course exploring how costume design enhances storytelling and character development. Led by costume designer Valerie Parker (“The Beldham”), this evening session on March 26 will guide participants through analyzing a short film script to make informed and creative wardrobe decisions.
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Master the Art of Video Editing with Jonathan Shahan
Moore Norman Technology Center is offering Video Editing Basics, a comprehensive 12-hour course designed for beginners eager to delve into the art of video editing. Led by Oklahoma filmmaker Jonathan Shahan (“Out of Exile”), this course provides foundational skills essential for transforming raw footage into compelling visual narratives with hands-on instruction in essential editing techniques and tools. The course takes place April 8–17 on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Moore Norman Technology Center’s Franklin Road Campus.
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Current Casting, Career and Internship Opportunities
CASTING CALL
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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Local Open Calls + Grants
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FEATURED CAREER
Sisteria | band
"[One of the benefits of having a music career in Oklahoma is] the support from fellow musicians is outstanding. It is rare to have so many people focused on camaraderie instead of competitiveness. Venues want to see you succeed and the fans are the absolute best!"
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Economic Study Reveals Significant Impact from Filmed in Oklahoma Act
A newly released economic impact study has found that the Filmed in Oklahoma Act (FIOA), signed into law in May of 2021, has generated a record-breaking direct economic impact of over $531 million for the state.
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City of Broken Arrow Approves New $100K Pilot Film Incentive Program
The Broken Arrow City Council has officially approved a new $100,000 pilot film incentive program designed to attract film productions and drive economic growth in the community. The Broken Arrow Film Incentive will have Oklahoma's second-largest municipal film incentive, behind only Oklahoma City with key features including 10% rebate on local spending during a film project; $500 rebate for every 12 room nights spent at a Broken Arrow hotel; and 10-20% rebate on the cost of production space used during filming.
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- "The Mercy Ship - Madagascar" - October 11
- "Osage" - February 1
- "New Year's Rev" - February 3
- "The Sensitive Kind" S1 - February 24
- "Deadly Obsession" - March 5
- "Relationship Goals" - March 9
- "Pale Night" - March 17
- "Into the Fog" - April 1
- "The Extinction Rule" - April 15
- "Poetic Justice: The Art of Healing" - April 15
- "Adolescence" - May 15
- "Defenders" - May 20
- "The Seer" - June 1
- "The Supervillain" - June 2
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Please note that these are subject to change pending the production’s compliance with the benchmarks and administrative rules for the rebate programs. For a current listing of films in the rebate queue, please visit the Now Filming section of our website.
Find crew and casting calls in Oklahoma on the jobs page of our website! Have one? Send it to us HERE.
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| COMMUNITIES + INFRASTRUCTURE
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Film Friendly: Engagements + Recent Certifications
OF+MO is seeking to engage with leadership among statewide cities, towns, counties and tribal nations to promote the Oklahoma Film Friendly Community Program and learn more about each community’s structure and development plans.
Last month, OF+MO liaised with leadership representing the City of Chandler and Wagoner County – and recently certified the City of Owasso, who achieved film friendly certification becoming the 39th community to do so.
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FEATURED LOCATION
O'Connell's
A staple of Norman’s Campus Corner for over 50 years, O’Connell’s offers an authentic Irish pub atmosphere perfect for filmmakers seeking a lively, character-rich setting. With its dark wood interiors, vintage décor and warm lighting, the pub provides a classic backdrop for bar scenes, intimate conversations or bustling social gatherings.
Known for its welcoming ambiance and rich history, O’Connell’s has long been a favorite among locals and OU students alike. Its spacious layout includes a full-service bar, dining areas and an outdoor patio, offering versatile filming options for multiple genres. The pub also provides easy access to local crew, equipment rentals and production resources, making it a prime location in the film friendly certified community of Norman for film and television projects.
Special thanks to the restaurant owner and the City of Norman for sharing this cultural gem with our film and music communities.
If you are interested in showcasing your community or featuring your location in the Oklahoma Locations Directory, please contact Yousef Kazemi at Yousef.Kazemi@OKCommerce.gov or visit our website for more information.
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FEATURED BUSINESS
Peacemaker Sound for Picture
Based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Peacemaker Sound for Picture specializes in immersive story telling, providing professional sound services for the film and television industry.
"People often ask me what it takes to grow a film industry in an area, and I tell them it takes the perfect mixture of skilled labor, supporting infrastructure and demand for the location. Oklahoma has all of those things, and film has a very bright future here."
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| About the Oklahoma Film + Music Office:
Under the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, the Oklahoma Film + Music Office (OF+MO) works to promote the state as a viable hub for film, television and music production as well as further develop opportunities for workforce, business and community growth within these sectors. For more information on the Oklahoma Film + Music Office, including the state’s film incentives and additional resources, visit okfilmmusic.org.
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