City of Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission Forms New Filmmaking & Support of North Idaho Film Festival Subcommittee to Advance Creative Economy and Film & Television

Coeur d’Alene, Idaho --- The City of Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission has established a new Filmmaking & Support of North Idaho Film Festival Subcommittee to strengthen support for filmmaking and film-related industries in North Idaho and to advance discussion around a proposed Idaho Film & Television Incentive.

The subcommittee will operate under the Arts Commission’s mission to support arts, culture, and creative industries that enrich the community and contribute to economic vitality. Film and media arts are increasingly recognized as powerful tools for storytelling, workforce development, tourism, and regional investment.

“Film is both an art form and an economic driver,” said Amy Evans, Councilwoman for the City of Coeur d’Alene. “By creating this subcommittee within the Arts Commission, we are recognizing the importance of film to our cultural landscape while ensuring North Idaho is included in statewide conversations about film policy and incentives.”

Purpose and Scope

The Filmmaking & Support of North Idaho Film Festival Subcommittee will:

•            Support local and regional filmmakers and media artists

•            Encourage workforce development and educational pathways in film and media

•            Promote North Idaho as a film-friendly region

•            Collaborate with regional, state, and nonprofit partners

•            Provide Arts Commission input on the proposed Idaho Film & Television Incentive, with an emphasis on regional equity, responsible growth, and community benefit

Promotion of the North Idaho Film Festival (NoID Film Festival)

The subcommittee is also dedicated to actively promoting the North Idaho Film Festival (NoID Film Festival) as a premier platform for showcasing regional filmmaking talent, fostering community engagement, and elevating North Idaho’s profile in the film industry. The next edition of the festival is scheduled for September 24 – September 26, 2026, at Regal Riverstone Cinemas.

Proposed Film & Television Tax Incentive

A key focus of the subcommittee will be to support and inform discussions around a proposed Idaho Film & Television Incentive program. This initiative is intended to make Idaho more competitive in attracting film and television productions while encouraging local hiring, regional spending, and long-term industry sustainability. The subcommittee will serve in an advisory capacity by gathering feedback, sharing best practices, and elevating North Idaho’s perspective.

Next Steps

The subcommittee plans to engage stakeholders, host listening sessions, and explore pilot opportunities that highlight North Idaho’s creative talent and production capacity. It is also dedicated to help nurture North Idaho’s film festivals and film-related events. Additional information regarding meetings and initiatives will be announced through the City of Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission.

The North Idaho Film Festival (NoID Film Festival) is a grassroots nonprofit event celebrating independent cinema, local talent, and storytelling.  It takes place on September 24-26, 2026, in Coeur d'Alene featuring three days of film screenings, filmmaker Q & As, industry workshops, and networking events.  This vibrant celebration of film and culture will not cost the city money.  Instead, it will draw visitors, showcase the arts, support local businesses, and generate additional revenue that benefits the entire community.

For more information, please contact: City of Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission Filmmaking & Support of North Idaho Film Festival Subcommittee Chair Charlotte Doutriaux, [email protected].