Who We Are
Select Services Films, Inc. is a multi-award-winning film and television production company headquartered in Los Angeles, California. With a legacy of excellence and innovation, we specialize in producing, casting, and distributing compelling content across film, television, new media, and mobile platforms.
From our roots in New England to our expansion on the West Coast, we’ve remained committed to storytelling that is thoughtful, entertaining, and boldly original.
Our Mission
To explore the essence of the human experience through innovative, high-caliber content that resonates across cultures and platforms.
Signature Productions
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Marvel Comic: Prey – Origin of the Species A groundbreaking narrative that redefines the Marvel mythos through a primal lens.
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Dreams Awake – A Feature-Length Film Starry Erin Gray, Gary Graham, Tim O’Connor filmed on Mt. Shasta.
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Room 32 – Award-Winning 35mm Short Film A critically acclaimed psychological thriller that has captivated audiences and juries worldwide.
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New Media Adventures Pushing the boundaries of storytelling through immersive, cross-platform experiences.
Our Legacy
Select Services Films, Inc. was founded by a New England native Susan Johnston whose early work with the Providence and Rhode Island Film Commissions helped lay the groundwork for the region’s film industry. Their leadership was instrumental in:
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Building infrastructure used by major productions including those by the Farrelly Brothers, director Michael Corrente, and NBC’s Providence
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Securing funding through Senate Committee hearings
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Establishing Rhode Island’s 25% tax incentive for film investors
Innovation at the Forefront
Upon relocating to Los Angeles in 2000, we expanded our services to include:
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International Co-Producing
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Talent Producing
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Strategic Collaborations in Emerging Media
Industry Firsts
We’re proud to have led the way with:
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📱 The first-ever series produced for mobile: Mini-Bikers
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📺 The first HD TV pilots using the Panasonic Varicam
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🎵 The first music video shot with the Panasonic DVX100
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🕶️ The first Augmented Reality (AR) series
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📲 The first to distribute micro-content
News/Features:
Select Services Films Inc has 100’s of active distributed titles, many receive top page comp marketing on major platforms. We broadcast & submitted the below entries for Emmy® consideration at no additional cost & consulted with other creators on how to do so themselves.
We offer an innovative streamlined distribution process.
Some of the 2500 Platforms we distribute on.
#Reviews
“How does one thank the consummate professional who’s supported me and my team for over 20 years? What began as a mutually beneficial business experiment, blossomed over decades, enabling me to build a team of diverse and gifted guest artists who have supported health care professionals across Southern California and beyond. You were there, helping us evolve, from our earliest stages. Select Services Films Inc. grew with us, and modified systems to make us more efficient and accurate…… Kaiser Permanente
“Susan Johnston didn’t sidestep—she led with value. Her clarity in focusing on distribution support was timely and appreciated.”