About
About us
Starland Studios is the only full-service motion picture production company based in Drumheller, the 'Dinosaur Capital of the World’. It has a centrally located 10-acre back lot and represents the best locations and leading film and media service providers and suppliers in the Badlands of Alberta. It produces critically acclaimed content of its own and for local and international clients as well as distributes in traditional and online markets.
Professional Production
Starland Studios has top management and crew taking care of our business and all other businesses we represent. We can handle most projects in house and will retain anyone else needed from our network of contacts.
Whether it is a big budget movie, mid-budget commercial or low budget video or photo shoot, we are your team!
Our mission is to make and market inspiring films and media
that make the world a better place!
Starland Studios is the only full-service independent film and media production company based in Drumheller, Alberta. Starland is available to be a co-producer, production manager, service provider or consultant for local and international motion picture, photography, and live event clients. It:
- Creates world-class content and has unique location centrally based in Drumheller film region.
- Represents infrastructure of local farmers, service providers and suppliers to the film industry.
- Has current ‘Canadian Audio-Visual Certification Number’ for both federal tax credit programs.
- Is approved as a qualified production company and studio facility for provincial tax credits.
- Been granted an Alberta Fish & Wildlife ‘Housing Permit’ for purposes of filming wild animals.
- Has economic development business relationships with Town of Drumheller and Starland County.
- Holds liability insurance for ‘Film and Media Production and Distribution Involving Animals’.
- Ensures safety is first and Alberta Health, OH&S, pandemic and SPCA guidelines are followed.
- Maintains network of contacts and able to work locally, across Canada, in the US and abroad.
- Has strategic alliance with Blayney Ranch Desert Filming Location in Lake Los Angeles, California.
‘Blayney Ranch has been family-owned since the fifties and has hosted countless productions.’
Starland also produces its own content and is presently making various Wildlife Wranglers productions, developing feature film Wolf Kill and working on several documentary and dramatic projects. Starland’s library of titles and music is sold on www.starlandstudios.com and video sharing platforms globally.
Who We Are
We work with you to design the best production plan for your project!
A.
Packaging an idea for film, TV, video, game, music or a special event, by writing log line, synopsis, outline, treatment, screenplay, providing script coverage, and attaching key talent in order to get a Green Light!
B.
To make project by providing vision, options, design, planning, administration, storyboards, budget, insurance, and crew, all involved in shooting, recording and creating elements for the final product.
C.
Creative materials are reviewed, logged and assembled digitally, involving titles, graphics, production sound, editing, music and songs recorded for score, audio FX and mix until picture locked and finished.
D.
Release to clients, distributors, theatres, TV, DVD or online, involving duplication, delivery, press kit, promotional trailer, materials, ads, launch, premiere, screenings, festivals, website and social media.
Our Clients Say
“I highly recommend Starland Studios for anyone requiring professional and efficient service in Drumheller and elsewhere. Starland is the ambassador for ‘Film Friendly’ Drumheller, an incredibly diverse location that is one of the best places in the world to shoot.”
Terry Marsh
International Location Manager
Calgary, AB
“Our shoot and trip to Drumheller was an experience we won’t forget. We could not have made it happen without the kind, hardworking, local hand of Starland Studios. They went above and beyond, supplying locations, invaluable relationships, and even certain talent. We can’t thank Starland enough for the help and professionalism - for anyone working through Drumheller, it’s no question that Matt’s your guy!”
Nano Clow
Mcevoy: 'Forgiveness' Music Video Director
Book Club Classics, Vancouver, BC
“Starland Studios were a delight to work with. They really provided the guidance and reassurance as any well-established production house that respects itself should. They offered quick solutions to all our creative problems. They also have a deep knowledge and a large network of connections in the Alberta film industry which is a big advantage."
Marjorie B. LaRouche
Filmmaker
Montreal, QC
“Mr. Paproski has produced events and films we have been very proud to host. He has shown himself to be an exceedingly passionate advocate for the film industry, as well as championing animal welfare and equal rights for people with disabilities.”
Wayne Gibson
Cultural & Youth Coordinator
Town of Kindersley, SK
“Our vision is to be a leading global E-commerce platform integrating a multimedia studio and on-line store utilizing pioneering technologies, innovative strategies and social networks to generate traffic and earn high revenues distributing top quality recorded content, Video-On-Demand, photography, music, games and products; marketing services, locations, events and tourism; and with advertising. Starland will be a digital home for an international community of content creators, artists, and their audiences”.
