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New Director of OF+MO Named
The Oklahoma Film + Music Office (OF+MO), a division of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, is proud to announce that Jeanette Stanton has been named as the new Director of OF+MO. Stanton joined OF+MO in 2014 as Deputy Director. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma, Stanton brings a strong background in management, marketing, business development and public administration to the team. During her eight years with OF+MO, Stanton was able to oversee the operations of the office as well as assist in the administration of the incentive program and recruitment efforts in attracting projects.
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Film Education Institute of Oklahoma, Prairie Surf Media and Francis Tuttle Offering Intro to Make-up in Film Course
Students who are currently enrolled in cosmetology or esthetician courses, or those who are licensed by the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology, can enroll for a four-day Introduction to Make-up in Film Course at Francis Tuttle, which partnered with the Film Education Institute of Oklahoma and Prairie Surf Media. During this course, students will learn to effectively prepare and use set bags, break down a script, take continuity photos, proper sanitation protocol, read call sheets and communicate with various departments. Students will be taught by professional make-up artist Candie Renee, who studied performing arts at the University of Oklahoma where she was responsible for performance make-up application for the stage. The next course is December 12-16.
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Oklahoma City Community College and Prairie Surf Media Offering Set Construction Intensive
Starting January 2, 2023, Oklahoma City Community College will offer a Set Construction Intensive course in partnership with Prairie Surf Media. This course is designed for students who have moderate tool/shop experience to learn the terminology, best practices and skills to transition into the construction department on motion picture productions as Set Carpenters.
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Current Casting, Career and Internship Opportunities
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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FEATURED BUSINESS
Oklahoma City Philharmonic
The Oklahoma City Philharmonic is the flagship arts organization in OKC and the largest orchestra in the state.
"Our state and city are on track to deliver high-caliber entertainment, in our case it is orchestral music. Support from the Inasmuch Foundation allows us to bring superstar entertainers like violinist Joshua Bell to our Classics Series. And generous support from The Chickasaw Nation provides us with the ability to bring performers like Tony Award winner and Oklahoma native Kelli O’Hara to our Pops Series."
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OF+MO Hosts Advanced Screening of “Tulsa King” for State and City Leaders
Ahead of the Paramount+ premiere of the Oklahoma-produced series “Tulsa King,” OF+MO was proud to host a private advanced screening of the first episode for state and city leadership who supported the production during its filming in the state earlier this year. Attendees were welcomed by Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt who kicked off the screening with opening remarks alongside various state, city and industry stakeholders, attesting to the series’ positive impact during its production in Oklahoma under the newly enacted legislation of the “Filmed in Oklahoma Act of 2021." We’re grateful to have hosted this event, which would not have been possible without the support and partnership of the Oklahoma Department of Commerce, the OKC Film & Creative Industries Office (OKCFCIO), Prairie Surf Media (PSM), Paramount+ and our hosts at the Rodeo Cinema Foundation. We thank all those who could attend or offered support.
Additionally, OF+MO wishes to acknowledge and congratulate VisitTulsa, as well as OKCFCIO and PSM, on the success of their events throughout Tulsa and Oklahoma City that recognized the series as well.
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Left to right: Yousef Kazemi, Lindsay Martin & Jeanette Stanton, all with OF+MO
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| Tulsa Music Cities Convention Highlights Local Industry Accomplishments to International Audiences
OF+MO was proud to be a partner of the Tulsa Music Cities Convention last month. This was the first time the annual conference was hosted in Oklahoma as the City of Tulsa welcomed attendees from around the world for a series of music industry discussions, presentations, site visits, live music performances and networking opportunities. As a partner of the festival, OF+MO Deputy Director Jeanette Stanton appeared on the panel “Music & Film: Let the Two Industries Collide,” which detailed how various cities and states support these industries particularly in the realm of workforce, business and creative collaborations, among other film and music leaders from around the country.
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Two Oklahoma Cities Achieve Oklahoma Film Friendly Certification
OF+MO is proud to announce Jenks and Sapulpa have achieved film friendly certification after completing the requirements for OF+MO’s Oklahoma Film Friendly Community Program. Administered by OF+MO, the Oklahoma Film Friendly Community Program seeks to help communities develop the necessary protocol and permits to attract and support film and television productions in their areas.
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FEATURED LOCATION
The Oilman's Daughter on 12th Street
Available as both a filming location or accommodations for visiting cast or crew in the area, The Oilman’s Daughter on 12th Street is a beautifully renovated Spanish Colonial Revival style residence located minutes away from historic downtown Pawhuska. The property has over 100 years of history in the area being built in the early 1900s by a direct descendent of Osage Chief Paw-Hiu-Skah, or Chief White Hair, from whom the city itself got its name. The four bedroom, four and a half bath home rests on a corner lot with beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces, including an expansive living area, an enclosed garden room, dining room, historical library and modern kitchen. Locally owned by two sisters from Pawhuska, this is one of two properties they oversee in the town that present a world of opportunities for filmmakers.
Many thanks to the owners of this property for sharing these images with us and for their film friendly support.
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| OKLAHOMA FILM + MUSIC SPOTLIGHTS
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FEATURED FILM CAREER
Elizabeth Bey | make-up/make-up effects
"Oklahoma just feels like home. There is nothing like Green Country and its hospitality. Best of all, I know I can rely on my team and we take care of each other. It is only a small matter of time before the rest of the world realizes the insane amount of talent that our Oklahoma crew possesses. We are a hidden gem."
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FEATURED MUSIC CAREER
Sam Marino | songwriter/performer
"I’m a believer that within the next decade we are going to see a huge surge of talent and success in our state. With high quality recording studios all over OKC and Tulsa, and the emergence of production companies like Prairie Surf Media coming onto the scene, it’s only a matter of time before Oklahoma becomes an art hub of the Midwest."
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NOW ACCEPTING REBATE APPLICATIONS
Applications are now OPEN for Oklahoma film incentives! Film and television projects interested in applying for incentives under the ‘Filmed in Oklahoma Act of 2021’ may now do so on the Incentives Page of our website. Please take note of the quarterly evaluation application deadlines for FY23 (December 15, 2022 and March 15, 2023).
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NEW RELEASES
WATCH: Projects Filmed in Oklahoma Now Available or Releasing Soon
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| OPEN CALLS, GRANTS + RELIEF
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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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