The Boulder County Film Commission has introduced its first-ever Creative Directory, a vital resource aimed at enhancing the local creative community. Launched during the recent Fall Schmoozer event at the historic Dickens Opera House in Longmont, the directory features over **200 businesses and individuals** involved in film, photography, and digital design. This initiative comes just ahead of the **Sundance Film Festival**, which is set to relocate to Boulder in **2027**.
The event attracted more than **300 filmmakers, photographers, and digital professionals** who gathered to network and celebrate the launch. Developed by Film Commissioner **Bruce Borowsky** with support from the **Boulder Chamber**, the directory is presented in a **76-page, full-color format** that showcases a range of services, from aerial drone videography to talent agencies and scriptwriting.
According to a press release from the Boulder Chamber, the directory aims to connect local creatives with businesses looking to hire talent. It will be available both online and in print, featuring stories that highlight the achievements of local filmmakers and other creative professionals.
“This is something I’ve wanted to do for a number of years and hadn’t been able to figure out the best way to make it happen,” Borowsky said. He emphasized that the directory addresses a persistent issue: local businesses often resort to hiring firms from Denver due to overwhelming online search results. “People don’t have to look elsewhere. We have everything right here,” he added.
In her remarks at the event, **Paula DuPré Pesman**, managing director of the Sundance Film Festival for its Boulder iteration, underscored the importance of local collaboration. She joined **Jeff Levine**, Sundance’s head of audience experience and development, in representing the Sundance Institute, highlighting the partnership between the Boulder County Film Commission and festival organizers.
As part of the evening’s festivities, printed copies of the directory were distributed, and attendees had the opportunity to network over drinks and discussions about their projects, creating an atmosphere filled with creative energy. Borowsky noted the significance of these events, stating, “A lot of creative people work alone in their basements or living rooms, so these events give them a chance to meet others doing similar work and make connections that lead to real projects.”
The Fall Schmoozer also included the presentation of the annual **Lifetime Achievement Award**, which this year honored the late **Brad Gilbert**, founder of People Productions. Gilbert’s family accepted the award on his behalf, highlighting his contributions to Boulder’s multimedia landscape.
Looking ahead, the Film Commission plans to host its next schmoozer in February, coinciding with the final Sundance Film Festival in Utah before its relocation. Borowsky mentioned that Sundance is already planning two significant events in Boulder for **2026**, including the inaugural Boulder Creative Expo, designed to facilitate connections between local creatives and businesses.
“This work is all about community,” Borowsky reflected. “The next time a business needs a photographer or someone to make a video about their company, they’ll already have met them.”
The directory is now available for free at the Boulder Chamber’s office, located at **2440 Pearl St., Boulder**, from **9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday**, and a digital version can be accessed on the Boulder County Film Commission’s website at **bouldercountyfilmcommission.com**.
