Cherokee Nation Film Incentive

The Cherokee Nation Film Office created this incentive to encourage the production of film and television projects within the boundaries of the Cherokee Nation and to hire Natives in all phases of production including development, pre-production, production, and post-production.

Application Process

• Productions need to apply to the Cherokee Nation Film Office at least 45 days prior to the start of principal photography and receive a letter of pre-approval prior to the start of principal photography to qualify.
• Productions must also submit a final application, detailing all expenses and filming locations, no later than 90 days after final expenses have been incurred in Oklahoma.

Qualifying Productions
Feature Films, Scripted Television, Reality Television, Pilots, Animation, Music Videos, and Documentaries

For more information, visit the Cherokee Film Commission Website.

Annual Program Cap

The annual program cap is $1,000,000 dollars per calendar year.

Rebate

Rebate is awarded to the applicant upon final approval of final application and audit.