Park City Film

What Park City Film does

Park City Film (legal name: Park City Film Series) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit art house cinema founded in 1995 and based in Park City, Utah. It serves as Summit County's only nonprofit art house cinema, operating primarily out of the 424-seat Jim Santy Auditorium on the third floor of the Park City Library building at 1255 Park Avenue. The organization screens curated independent, foreign, documentary, and Utah-made films through a portfolio of interconnected programs including the signature weekend Park City Film Series at the Santy (September through June), Reel Community, Made in Utah, Art on Screen, Raising Voices, STEM Education, Foreign Cinema for Kids, and School Break Films. It has screened over 1,500 films since 1995 and earned Sundance Institute Art House Project theater designation in September 2015.

The organization operates on a diversified nonprofit revenue model: ticket sales ($8 general admission, $7 students/seniors, $6 members, $3 EBT), a seven-tier membership program ranging from $30 (Student/Military) to $2,500 (Silver Screen Circle), concessions (popcorn, candy, beverages, punch passes), corporate sponsorships ($200-$700 per eight-week period, film underwriting at $500), and grants from entities including the National Endowment for the Arts, Utah Division of Arts & Museums, Summit County RAP Tax, Restaurant Tax, Park City Municipal Corporation, and local foundations. Distribution combines online ticketing via Eventive, in-person box office, and seasonal outdoor pop-up screenings and a Twilight Drive-In at Utah Olympic Park. Technology footprint is limited to digital cinema projection (DCP, Blu-ray, Mac-based digital files) with integrations for Eventive ticketing, PayPal donations, and iContact email marketing.

The organization is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and staffed by 12 employees including 4 core members: Executive Director Katharine Wang, Technical Manager Andrés Scocco, Membership and Events Director Kirsten Spalding, and Front of House Operations and Marketing Manager Morgan Anderson. Its customer base is Summit County residents, Utah filmmakers, families, and film enthusiasts, with strategic partnerships spanning Park City Library, Basin Recreation, Sundance Institute, Sundance Film Festival, Ballet West, Kelly Brush Foundation, and Summit County Health.

Name

Park City Film

Legal name

Park City Film Series

Website

https://parkcityfilm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Park City Film is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit art house cinema founded in 1995, operating Summit County Utah's only nonprofit art house venue out of a 424-seat auditorium, presenting curated independent, foreign, documentary, and Utah-made films to local residents, filmmakers, and film enthusiasts through memberships, ticketing, sponsorships, and grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Art House Cinema

NAICS

Motion Picture and Video Exhibition (51213)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture Theaters (7830)

akta.pro primary industry

Community & Cultural Screenings (Museums, Cultural Centers) (MPADAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Media Arts & Film/Photography Nonprofits (BPAGAHAJ)

Keywords

• Independent film screenings
• Art house cinema
• Nonprofit film programming
• Community cinema events
• Film membership programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Park City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Revenue from film screenings at Jim Santy Auditorium and outdoor venues. General admission $8, students/seniors $7, members $6, EBT holders $3. Specialty screenings may have higher prices.
2. Memberships: Annual membership program with multiple tiers ranging from $55 to $2500/year, offering discounted tickets, free admissions, popcorn cards, and exclusive member events.
3. Concessions: Popcorn, candy, and beverage sales. Punch passes available for films and popcorn.
4. Sponsorships and Underwriting: Corporate sponsorship packages ranging from $200-$700 per eight-week period, film underwriting at $500 per film, and calendar sponsorship at $700.
5. Donations and Grants: Tax-deductible donations to 501c3 nonprofit organization. Also receives grant funding from RAP Tax, Restaurant Tax, Utah Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, and local foundations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Park City Film operates Summit County's only nonprofit art house cinema, screening curated independent, documentary, foreign, and local films at the 424-seat Jim Santy Auditorium inside the Park City Library and at outdoor pop-up venues. The organization runs a portfolio of specialized film series (Made in Utah, Reel Community, Art on Screen, Raising Voices, STEM Education, Foreign Cinema for Kids, School Break Films), annual membership tiers, and community partnerships, supplemented by concessions, sponsorships, and donor-funded programming.

Product overview

Park City Film is Summit County's only nonprofit Art House Cinema operating since 1995, presenting independent, foreign, documentary, and local films primarily at the historic Jim Santy Auditorium. The organization operates a portfolio of interconnected film programs and series: the core Park City Film Series at the Santy (weekend screenings Sep-Jun), supported by specialized series including Reel Community (free non-profit partnered screenings), Made in Utah (local filmmaker showcase), Art on Screen (performing arts), Raising Voices (underrepresented communities), STEM Education, Foreign Cinema, Foreign Cinema for Kids, and School Break Films. Additional offerings include membership tiers providing discounted access, outdoor Twilight Drive-In events, pop-up summer screenings, sponsorships, and volunteer opportunities—all unified under the mission to create community through film.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Park City Film Series at the Santy Signature weekend film program running from early September to mid-June, featuring curated independent, foreign, and documentary films with post-film Q&As and panel discussions for Summit County film enthusiasts and the broader Park City community.
• Reel Community Series Free community screening program partnering with local non-profits to present films expanding patrons' worldview, followed by panel discussions or Q&As, aimed at Summit County community members and nonprofit partners.
• Made in Utah Film program celebrating Utah filmmakers, including the annual Filmmakers Showcase and feature-length films by Utah-based, native, or filmed-in-Utah creators, serving Utah filmmakers seeking exhibition opportunities.
• Art on Screen Series showcasing visual, performing, and cinematic arts including National Theatre Live productions, Exhibition on Screen features, and ballet performances for arts-curious patrons.
• Raising Voices Film Series Program showcasing underrepresented voices and communities, creating platforms for dialogue to bridge divides and promote inclusion through film screenings and post-film discussions.
• STEM Education Film Series Science, technology, engineering, and math focused films with panel discussions linking stories to local community STEM mentors and resources, aimed at students and families in Summit County.
• Foreign Cinema for Kids Spanish and French language films for grades 1-6 shown in native language with subtitles, promoting cross-cultural understanding for Park City School District students and families.
• School Break Films Free afternoon screenings during Park City School District breaks at 4pm on weekdays, providing entertainment for students and families during school breaks.
• Foreign Cinema International films exposing patrons to world issues, alternative perspectives, and diverse cultures for art house film enthusiasts in Summit County.
• Membership Programs Annual membership tiers (Student/Military $30, Individual $55, Dual $100, Premium $300, Film Lover $500, Director's Circle $1000, Silver Screen Circle $2500) offering discounted tickets, free admissions, popcorn punch passes, and exclusive member events for repeat patrons.
• Jim Santy Auditorium Venue Rentals 424-seat historic theater located on the third floor of the Park City Library building, featuring ADA accessible seating and assisted listening devices, used for primary film screenings.
• Twilight Drive-In Outdoor film screenings at Utah Olympic Park, running seasonally as a unique drive-in cinema experience for Park City residents and visitors.
• Outdoor Pop-Up Screenings Summer outdoor screenings at Park City Library Patio and other Summit County locations, often free with food trucks, serving community members across Summit County.

Quantifiable outcome

• 424-seat theater enables community screenings
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Park City LibrarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for outdoor summer screenings on the Park City Library Patio. Library serves as venue for Family Film Fest series and Cine en Español programming. Co-sponsored screenings with free admission and popcorn.
• Basin RecreationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for outdoor summer film screenings. Basin Recreation co-sponsors Library Patio events and provides support for community programming.
• Sundance InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEarned designation as Sundance Institute Art House Project theater in September 2015. This elite group requires curatorial excellence, community involvement, financial standing, and peer recognition. Part of Sundance Institute's history as Utah nonprofit supporting independent artists.
• Sundance Film FestivalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership hosting Sundance Film Festival Local Lens screenings, showcasing 2026 Sundance films before release. Park City Film serves as community venue for Sundance programming.
• Kelly Brush FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Raising Voices Film Series screenings. Ticket proceeds benefit the foundation. Post-film panel discussions with foundation board members.
• Ballet WestcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Ballet West Summit Festival programming. Raising Voices En Pointe screening part of ballet company's festival events.
• Summit County HealthminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for community health-themed screenings and outdoor events. Co-presenter of free outdoor film screenings.
• Kamas Valley Community FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for outdoor screenings in Kamas, including A Dog's Way Home screening with food drive for local food pantries.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights1 record

Others

• Sundance Institute: A nonprofit organization supporting independent artists and storytellers through the Sundance Film Festival, labs, and Art House Project theater designations. Park City Film holds Sundance's Art House Project designation; the relationship is more partner/ecosystem than direct competitor, making this a thematic peer rather than direct peer.

Direct peers

• Angelika Film Center: An art house cinema chain in the New York metro area presenting independent and foreign films. Comparable as an art house cinema focused on curated independent film programming for engaged audiences.
• IFC Center: An independent art house cinema in New York City operated by IFC Films, presenting independent and foreign films. Comparable as a single-venue art house cinema focused on independent and curated film exhibition in an urban setting.
• Gene Siskel Film Center: A nonprofit art house cinema affiliated with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago presenting independent, international, and repertory films with educational programming. Comparable as a nonprofit single-venue art house cinema with educational programming and curated film selection.
• The Brattle Theatre: A nonprofit repertory and art house cinema in Cambridge, MA presenting curated independent, foreign, and classic films. Comparable as a single-screen nonprofit art house with curated programming and community-focused mission.
• American Cinematheque: A nonprofit organization operating the Aero and Egyptian Theatres in Los Angeles, presenting curated independent, retrospective, and international film programming. Comparable as a nonprofit art house cinema organization focused on curated film exhibition and community programming.
• Coolidge Corner Theatre: A nonprofit art house cinema in Brookline, MA offering independent, documentary, and foreign film programming with strong community programming, education initiatives, and membership tiers. Highly comparable as a nonprofit single-venue art house serving a defined community.
• Belcourt Theatre: A nonprofit art house cinema in Nashville, TN presenting independent, documentary, and foreign films with education programs. Highly comparable as a nonprofit community cinema with curated programming, education outreach, and membership support.
• Ragtag Film Society: A nonprofit independent film organization in Columbia, MO operating the Ragtag Cinema, dedicated to curating independent, documentary, and foreign film programming with community engagement. Comparable as a nonprofit art house operator with curated programming and community mission.

Broad incumbents

• Alamo Drafthouse Cinema: A larger theater circuit known for curated, repertory, and independent film programming combined with food service. Comparable as a cinema operator with curated programming focus, but operates as a for-profit multi-screen chain rather than a nonprofit single-venue organization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/ParkCityFilm
• Instagraminstagram.com/parkcityfilm
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/park-city-film

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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