Salt Lake Film Society
Salt Lake's independent film scene has a home, and it's a good one. The Salt Lake Film Society keeps cinematic culture alive and thriving through Broadway Centre Cinemas, with the historic Tower Theatre set to rejoin the lineup after a well-deserved renovation. Whether you're catching a critically acclaimed documentary or a boundary-pushing indie feature, SLFS is where film lovers come to feel right at home.
Utah Film Commission
The Utah Film Commission is the behind-the-scenes force that helps filmmakers find the perfect location, navigate a shoot, and tap into everything the state has to offer. Part of the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, their mission is simple: put Utah on the map for film, television, and commercial production, and nurture the homegrown talent that makes it all happen.
Utah Film Center
Film has the power to change minds, spark empathy, and build community, and the Utah Film Center knows it. This nonprofit harnesses that power through film exhibition, media arts education, and artist support, connecting audiences and creators across the state. From raising critical awareness to growing a thriving local filmmaking ecosystem, they're making sure Utah's story gets told.
Spy Hop
The next generation of Utah filmmakers is already in training. Spy Hop is a digital media arts center offering after-school, in-school, summer camps, and youth-in-care programs for students ages 9–19. Whether they're into film, music, audio, or design, Spy Hop meets young creators at every skill level and helps them find their voice.
Sketch2Screen
Utah's animation community has a gathering place. Sketch2Screen exists to bring animators together, building connections, sparking learning, and opening doors to new opportunities. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this is where the Salt Lake animation scene comes to grow.
Utah Documentary Association
Documentary filmmaking is better together. The Utah Documentary Association is a grass-roots, volunteer-led community of nonfiction filmmakers, professionals, hobbyists, students, and enthusiasts alike. The Steering Committee meets monthly to plan events, drive initiatives, and advocate for documentary filmmakers across the state. Want in? Pull up a chair.
PIK2AR
The Utah Pacific Island Film Series is presented by Pacific Island Knowledge 2 Action Resources (PIK2AR), an organization dedicated to strengthening under-resourced communities through food access, economic empowerment, survivor safety, and the arts as pathways to identity and healing. Through film, PIK2AR bridges communities, celebrates Pacific Island cultures, and brings culturally relevant storytelling to the screen, preserving rich traditions while opening doors to opportunity and wellness for all.
Cutthroat Grip, Lighting & Stage
Ready to bring your vision to life in Salt Lake City? Cutthroat Grip is more than just a studio, it's a creative hub where photo, video, and film professionals can connect, collaborate, and create. With a spacious stage fully equipped with grip, lighting, and camera support gear, every detail has been designed to keep your cast, crew, and clients focused, comfortable, and inspired. Whether you're just starting out or deep in production, Cutthroat Grip is where Salt Lake City productions come to get serious.
