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OKLAHOMIES 2, STILL AT HOME: SHORT FILM CONTEST
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THE CONTEST IS BACK,
MARCH 12th - 26th!
Make a movie from your smartphone.
Win prizes and cash!
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It’s been an entire year since CNFO hosted the inaugural OklaHomies Short Film Contest. Get ready for a bigger and better year two.
More categories.
More prizes.
What is the OklaHomies Short Film Contest, you ask?
The purpose of this contest is to promote film careers, showcase film skills AND provide a much-needed break (and entertainment) while many of us are still home in this unprecedented time.
Rules are:
- Films must be shot and edited using only a smartphone.
- Films must be shot between March 12-26, 2021.
- Open to all ages of Oklahoma residents.
- Short Films must include at least one shot of one of the following:
-Zoom/Video conferencing platforms
-Distance learning
-Mask(s)
-Social distance/physical distancing
Categories are:
- Short Film (under 5 minutes)
- Short Short Film (under 1 minute)
- K-12 Student Short Film
- Indigenous Short Film
This year we have an '80s theme. Bonus points if you join in.
There is a fan-favorite winner for each category and a first-place winner for each category. Make sure to share your film with your friends and family!
We were blown away with the response in 2020 and enjoyed watching the video entries.
Check out the 2020 winners and more here: https://cherokee.film/oklahomies2020/.
We can't wait to see what you create!
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WATCH: Film Friendly Community Webinar
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CNFO hosts Film Friendly Community Program, presented by OF+MO
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CNFO would like to invite you to learn more about the rapidly growing Oklahoma film industry and the economic opportunities for your community. Be part of the film business!
Our partners at the Oklahoma Film + Music Office, a division of the Oklahoma Tourism and Recreation Department, led by Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell, present this webinar for communities to take part.
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Showcase Your Property to Film Productions
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Are you interested in having your home, business or land featured on the big screen? If you own property inside the Cherokee Nation, register to be in the CNFO locations gallery.
Learn what this means for you, how easy it is, and how we can help.
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Industry Spotlight: Cherokee Nation citizen Rachel Purget gets certified to work in the film industry.
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Major film productions are planning to film in Oklahoma, and that means they’ll need people like YOU to work on set.🎬
Make sure you're ready to be hired with this free series on everything you need to know. You can even get a Film Crew 101 certification like Cherokee Nation citizen Rachel Purget did. She plans to use her certification to help her get hired when productions come to Oklahoma. Don't miss an opportunity to work in the industry. ⭐
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Interested in working with film productions but don't have experience yet? Find out how to get started!
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Cherokee Nation citizen Ryker Sixkiller is a multitalented actor and a filmmaker and currently works at Buffalo Nickel Creative as a film editor.
He's had several years of acting experience, from drama class, theater and musicals in school, acting technique classes with the Actor Factory, commercials, feature films, TV Series, and short films. He also choreographs and performs fights and stunts. His choreography and stunt credits can be seen in the feature films "Dinosaur World," "Queens," "The Adventures of Rufus: The Fantastic Pet," "Queen of The Underground," “The Spoken Gospel" and "Broken Freedom."
Ryker is registered in CNFO's talent directory and is ready to be hired when productions come to town.
This could be you.
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EDUCATION IN MOTION
CNFO is proud to provide scholarships to jumpstart careers.
The Film Crew 101 Certification Program is underway.
Congrats to those who've completed the program.
Good luck to those still studying!
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ABOUT THE SERIES:
Sponsored in part by CNFO, Film Crew 101 pulls back the curtain on all the different roles that go into making a film or TV show. Ever wondered what a gaffer or best boy does? Have you dreamt about working in the art department of a major movie but don’t know where to start? Or perhaps you are well on your way to building a career in film and TV but want to get more insight into how other departments work. Film Crew 101 has all the answers.
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Even if you don't have a scholarship, you can still get certified!
ABOUT THE CERTIFICATION:
Prove your knowledge. Get Film Crew 101 certified.
Certification is an extension of the free podcast series "Film Crew 101" (available on Apple, Spotify and wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts). Enroll as a student to unlock quizzes. When you pass the program, you have a certification to prove you're ready for a job.
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Stay Tuned for More Opportunities From CNFO
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Be part of the movement!
Each month, we highlight industry jobs that could be perfect for you and would increase the presence of Natives in every aspect of film and TV. From in front of the camera to behind the camera to the boardroom, find out what roles you can serve in. Check out these features:
Set Construction
Gang Boss
Chief Lighting Electrician
Key Scenic Artist
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Now Accepting Film Submissions: Fort Smith International Film Festival
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August 13 - 14, 2021 | Fort Smith, Ar. | Deadline: June 4
The Fort Smith International Film Festival opens its virtual doors to filmmakers near and far to submit their work to the first ever film festival in the area. The inaugural festival accepts submissions in one of the following categories: Narrative Feature, People of Color, Indigenous Peoples, Music Video, Student Film, Documentary, Short Film and Animation.
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Now Accepting Film Submissions: Will Rogers Motion Picture Festival
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CNFO Sponsored | Nov. 3 - 6, 2021 | Deadline: August 1
The Third Annual Will Rogers Motion Picture Festival will celebrate motion pictures from a number of different genres and age groups and will be held in the historic town of Claremore, Oklahoma, on Route 66. Submit your Indigenous Short or Feature Film today.
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CNFO Sponsored | June 10 - 20, 2021
deadCenter Film exists to inspire, promote and celebrate creativity and community through film. The annual festival is a high-profile event spanning 4+ days in June and reaching an audience of more than 40,000 through independent film.
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Inside Out Bar
CNFO is here for your film location needs.📍
Check out the "Inside Out Bar" located near Checotah, Oklahoma, in McIntosh County. This film-friendly location in the Cherokee Nation is ready to set the scene for film productions. 🎥
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If you have a film-friendly property or business that could be a location for film productions, you can submit your location for consideration!
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You can browse more film-friendly locations in our gallery.
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"As we enter into March 2021, our team is excited to bring back the OklaHomies Short Film Contest. No matter where you live in our great state, we hope this brings you happiness and a break.
The growing film industry in Oklahoma and the Cherokee Nation is exciting, we're proud to be part of this, and we're glad to have you along for the ride."
-- Jennifer Loren
Director of the Cherokee Nation Film Office
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About the Cherokee Nation Film Office:
Established in 2019, the Cherokee Nation Film Office's mission is to increase the presence of Native Americans in every level of the film and television industries, while creating opportunities for economic development and jobs in the Cherokee Nation.
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Have a question for the Cherokee Nation Film Office? Visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page on our website.
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