[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This series of posts highlights some of our local industry talent: on-screen and behind-the-scenes, established and up-and-coming. We asked Britani Alexander to provide insight into her work as a Transportation Coordinator, how she got started, and what advice she has for people trying to get...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The history of Utah’s railroad spans over one hundred years and sprawls to each corner of the state. Utah’s locomotive heritage is especially significant this month being that it is the 150th anniversary of Promontory Point’s historic Golden Spike - which ceremonially joined the First Transcontinental...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This series of posts highlights some of our local industry talent: on-screen and behind-the-scenes, established and up-and-coming. We asked Reed Smoot to provide insight into his work as a Cinematographer, how he got started, and what advice he has for people trying to get into the...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Utah Film Commission has been working with Disney Channel's Andi Mack television series to provide an on-set apprenticeship with 1st Assistant Director Troy Rohovit. Over 40 production assistants applied for the apprenticeship and two were offered the two-week experience of joining the crew on set. Apprenticeship mentor Troy Rohovit stated, "The 1st A.D. Apprentice...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The sidewalks are lit up with twinkling lights and festive music is on every station. We have officially entered the holiday season and there’s truly no better time to curl up with some popcorn and a festive film. Or two. So, here’s our holiday viewing guide,...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This series of posts highlights some of our local industry talent: on-screen and behind-the-scenes, established and up-and-coming. My name is Zeppelin Zeerip, and no, I wasn’t named after the band. As for my occupation, I’m a filmmaker, though that’s just one component. I work for Field...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Utah Film Commission Launches Grant Program to Support Local Talent The Utah Film Commission launched the Next Level Grant Program which provides funding and footing for local directors and producers. This grant program will consider funding projects of all stages, from development to exhibition and distribution....
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Can you offer a brief intro/bio, including your occupation/focus/interests? I was born and raised in Mt. Prospect, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. I studied Costume Design at The University of Illinois in Champaign/Urbana. After graduation, I moved to Los Angeles. I lived and worked in Los Angeles...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] For the month of November, we are highlighting the LDS Medical Simulation Center. This film-friendly location is a 10,000-square foot training facility located in Salt Lake City. The LDS Medical Simulation Center has housed many local productions that were in need of a hospital setting...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This series of posts highlights some of our local industry talent: on-screen and behind-the-scenes, established and up-and-coming. Margaret Hilliard has been a unit production manager for too many years to count. She is greatly interested in the entire structure of film production but found that the...