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A cozy living room features a large sectional couch, an accent chair, a coffee table, and a mirror, with hardwood flooring and a view into a kitchen area.
from$165/hr
Woodlawn Oasis

South Side, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon20

Single-Family Home

This beautiful, spacious, open-floor plan boasts 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, and features an entertainment room in the basement, and a beautiful backyard oasis with fire pit and patio heater. Gather your friends + family for a time of connecting, laughing, and loving one another!!...
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A spacious, well-lit living area featuring wooden flooring, a dining table, and a mix of modern and vintage furnishings.
from$70/hr
Curated Southside Oasis

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon30

Apartment

Amazing 3 bdrm/1 bth open concept. Located in the historical southside Bronzeville area. Each room has been curated with a simple eclectic vibe. With over 1300 sq ft of space you can see straight back to the end of the house. Great lighting but even...
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A modern kitchen with light wood cabinetry, a large island with a stovetop, and an open layout leading into a dining area with upholstered chairs.
from$75/hr
Mid-Century Modern House with Designer Flare

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(19)
Venue capacity icon40

House for Guests

Limitless option in this chic GREYSTONE event space in the Heart of historic Washington Park. Whether hosting an off-site business meeting, filming your next podcast or even planning an amazing Birthday Dinner or Graduation Party , theGrandeur Estates at the Park has got you covered...
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A dining room features a wooden table surrounded by chairs, large windows with sheer curtains, and a sideboard, with an adjoining hallway visible.
from$75/hr
Chicago Content House

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon20

Photo Studio

Welcome to your ultimate creative sanctuary! This stunning content house was meticulously designed with the creative spirit in mind. It strikes the perfect balance between moody ambiance and invigorating brightness, accentuated by ample natural light that bathes every corner of the space. In the heart...
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Studio with Natural light cyclorama 2300 sq space with 13 ft ceilings Photo|Video, events , classes studio Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$105/hr
Studio with Natural light cyclorama 2300 sq space with 13 ft ceilings Photo|Video, events , classes studio

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.8(12)
Venue capacity icon30

Photo / Video Studio

...to create a custom background on film using spray cans ⁃ Multi-colored fabric background area ⁃ Multi-colored paper background area Our studio has an incredible designer wardrobe. Our large hall allows you to host various events: ⁃ Photoshoot ⁃ Video shooting ⁃ Events ⁃ Conferences ⁃ Master classes ⁃ Birthday ⁃ Hen...
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A brick building with large windows, featuring a sign that reads "THEE BEAUTY BAR."
from$200/hr
Unique, Modern Event Space in Hyde Park

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(6)
Venue capacity icon60

Cafe

This beautifully designed space is perfect for music events, birthday parties, meetings, baby/bridal showers, book signings and more. This space comes fully equipped with a stage, projector, PA system, and cafe/bar seating. Plus, we have staff on-site and drink packages. The space is housed within...
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A large wooden dining table with black chairs is situated in a well-lit room, adjacent to an open doorway leading to another part of the house.
from$62/hr
Large Vintage Apartment near South Shore Cultural Center

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon25

Apartment

Vintage 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment, with hardwood floors in South Shore. Large unit (approx. 1600 sq. ft.) with central air. Features a separate dining room, sunroom, office, storage room, ceramic tile baths, jacuzzi tub, kitchen with dishwasher, stove and microwave. This is a first...
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A living room with two gray sofas, a stone fireplace, a coffee table, and a light-colored chair in the corner.
from$150/hr
Spacious Near South Side Duplex with Deck

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon40

Duplex

Don't miss out on the opportunity to shoot your next project or host a small gathering! The duplex is a great venue for small gatherings, photoshoots and movie/video productions. Free street parking, rooftop deck and ample space inside for social distancing. Fully furnished with appliances...
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A spacious room with blue lighting, a glossy floor, and a seamless backdrop.
from$100/hr
Year 2139 Corp

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(36)
Venue capacity icon10

Photo / Video Studio

Year 2139 Corp. Good for photo / video, comes with cyc wall, faux greenery wall, & seamless backdrops (extra cost), clothes rack also available. Window shades to control natural light. Dressing Room included (Vanity area, with full body mirror, a place to hang clothes, and a place to...
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Savage Frame Studio Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$75/hr
Savage Frame Studio

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(131)
Venue capacity icon5

Daylight Studio

Savage Frame Studio. Welcome to our daylight photography studio located in the heart of Chicago. Our spacious and modern studio is the perfect location for your next photoshoot. The studio is flooded with natural light, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere for your models to feel comfortable and...
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A living room with a white sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area visible in the background.
from$65/hr
Chicago's Vintage Greystones Built in 1905 - Production

South Side, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon10

House

About this space Enjoy one of Chicago's vintage greystones built in 1905, recently remodeled with beautiful hardwood flooring, recess lights, stainless steel appliances and more. This unit is beautifully furnished and designed for your comfort. The space This space is located in Woodlawn a beautiful...
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The scene features a cozy café with wooden tables and chairs, illuminated by hanging light bulbs, and a bookshelf filled with books against a brick wall.
from$110/hr
Cozy Brick Coffee Shop and Bookstore

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(20)
Venue capacity icon50

Bookstore

Hello! By day we're a coffee shop and bookstore on the South Side of Chicago. Tucked away in an idyllic brick building, Build's indoor space and outdoor patio are ideal for meetings, parties, workshops, performances, screenings, and summer BBQs, and more. In total, there is...
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Sleek and Modern Podcast Studio Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$50/hr
Sleek and Modern Podcast Studio

South Side, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon6

Podcast Space

Elevate Your Podcasting Experience in Our Premium Studio! 🎙️🎥 Step into The Temple Studio, where creativity meets professionalism. Our private podcast studio is designed to provide a sleek, modern, and comfortable environment—perfect for podcasts, YouTube videos, and short-form content creation. Why Choose Our Studio? ✨Designed...
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An empty room with a large window and a backdrop setup for photography.
from$75/hr
Bridgeport natural light photo studio

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.7(3)
Venue capacity icon15

Photo / Video Studio

Located inside a newly renovated warehouse, the studio has 12 ft ceilings, polished concrete flooring throughout, and great natural light/views. Perfect for portrait sessions, brand and lifestyle shoots, editorials, and small video shoots. Large elevators provide easy load in/out...
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A spacious, industrial-style room with a polished concrete floor and exposed brick walls, featuring overhead lighting and a large garage door at one end.
from$100/hr
Inner City Dream Space SPEAKTV STUDIOS

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon35

Warehouse

a secure film production warehouse. Also offering individual rooms for meetings, castings, and small events. The facility is totaling 7,000 sq ft. Located 1 minute from the Dan Ryan Expressway in the East Englewood Community. *There is No Heating in this space during Fall/Winter months...
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A group of people watches a scene being filmed on a monitor inside a warehouse.
from$200/hr
Fully Functional Auto Shop

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(4)
Venue capacity icon100

Auto Shop

Looking for a space to create your auto maintenance videos? Need natural lighting in an industrial setting? Fully equipped auto shop with lounge, great space for instructional videos, short films, and photoshoots. Approx 4,200 sf of flexible open garage space. Only 10 minutes from downtown...
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A photography studio setup with colorful lighting, a backdrop, and a monitor displaying a website.
from$60/hr
Lite Wurks Chicago

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(27)
Venue capacity icon10

Photo / Video Studio

Lite Wurks Chicago. Chicago's beautifully curated space meant to make our guests feel welcomed and right at home. The studio is split into two sections, an intimate open space in the front and a cozy "lounge/control room" with a portable monitor display and attached laptop stand in the...
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A living room featuring a gray sectional couch, a piano, and a window archway.
from$90/hr
Chicago Southside Beauty

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon25

Residence

Enjoy this spacious well appointed home space for your next project, meeting or event. The layout is comfortable and decor is divine. The living room is comfy, with minimalism attributes. The dining room can be the perfect party place or double as conference or workspace...
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A spacious interior with tables and chairs on one side, a reception desk on the other, and a green accent wall separating the two areas.
from$30/hr
Urban work space with conference room

South Side, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon30

Co-working Space Meeting Room

Looking for a versatile and well-equipped space for your next meeting, production, or small event on the south side of Chicago? Look no further than our modern and functional conference room and common area! The conference room is perfect for quick meetings or training sessions...
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A spacious, empty room with large windows casting golden light onto the walls and floor.
from$100/hr
South Facing Windows

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(162)
Venue capacity icon50

Photo Studio

South Facing Windows. Beautiful natural light studio located in the historic Spiegel headquarters building in Bridgeport. 2,330 sqft space with 13 ft ceilings and beautiful south facing windows. Perfect for photoshoots, video production, conferencing and more. Open layout for you to utilize the space for your needs. 2...
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The One & Only Vintage Unit wBalcony & Parking Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$75/hr
The One & Only Vintage Unit wBalcony & Parking

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon4

Apartment

The apartment has a ton of natural light throughout, mainly by the dining area, and some indirect light in the living room as it has north-facing windows. The space has been used for concept and fashion photo shooting, as well as video recording and meetings...
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A modern salon interior with black leather chairs, a green plant wall, and hooded hair dryers on stands.
from$80/hr
Storefront Space Perfect for your Next Production

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon30

Hair Salon

Looking for a Clean, Bright, Airy and Welcoming Suite with plenty of sunlight. This storefront space is located Morgan Park Area. It is the perfect location for your next production bookings (photoshoots, videoshoots, etc). AMENITIES: - Street level access - Private Office Space - WIFI...
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A well-equipped gym with various exercise machines, including treadmills and weight machines, under bright lighting and a ceiling fan.
from$200/hr
Private Boutique Gym Near Midway

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon15

Gym

Brand New PRIVATE Training Facility available for Fitness Influencers, Trainers and enthusiast. Film your Fitness content here, host private training sessions and Group training. 3 separate training rooms equipped with brand new State of the Art equipment. Peloton bikes and peloton treadmills, Rouge Powerlifting equipment...
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A sparse room with a bunk bed on one side, a single empty bed on the floor, a toilet in the corner, and a gray storage unit against the wall.
from$75/hr
Jail and Prison Facility

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(2)
Venue capacity icon18

Film Studio

Our Prison/Jail unit has all of the essentials. The look of solitary confinement. Interior ceiling light, and sliding bars. Ideal for cinematic films, movies, videos, and documentaries. It is located on the 2nd floor of our complex. *There is no heating inside of jail unit...
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A modern living room features a navy blue sofa and chairs, a patterned rug, large windows with light curtains, and a green cactus mural in the background.
from$85/hr
Southside Apartment with Large Common Area & Kitchen

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(12)
Venue capacity icon20

Apartment Home

A great space to host workshops, conference meetings and smaller get-togethers. Full kitchen, perfect for hosting meals and snacks. Furniture in main area is moveable with the option to have a larger open area. There are two bedrooms that can be available to store decorations...
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The classroom features rows of desks and chairs, a large chalkboard, a clock on the wall, and windows letting in natural light.
from$50/hr
CLASS IS IN SESSION!

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(3)
Venue capacity icon30

Set for Photos / Films

A Modern Classroom", a film production setting for artists and videographers. Located next to the Dan Ryan Expressway neighboring Chicago's Englewood community. *NO Heating during Fall/Winter months. Please bring extra layers and dress warm. Whether it's elementary, high school, or collegiate level, this space will...
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The scene features a bright pink velvet sofa with black and white checkered pillows, positioned next to a glass table and a toy car on a matching pink rug in a room decorated with pink walls and framed photos.
from$100/hr
Boss Barbie’s Dreamhouse

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(30)
Venue capacity icon15

House

...Kitchen is Pink! Everything in our living room is also Pink! This space is available for: - photo/film shoots - content creation - vlogging - film shoots - commercials - etc Please reach out if you have any questions or are interested. We look forward to working with you and hosting...
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An empty event space with rows of black chairs facing a red table set up on a stage, accompanied by hanging light fixtures and exposed brick walls.
from$75/hr
Artistic and Industrial style loft

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon5

Film / Photo Loft

...heart of the vibrant Woodlawn and Hyde Park neighborhoods with the Experimental Station – a hidden gem for your next photo or film shoot! 📸 Unique Loft Space: Step into our expansive loft space, offering an impressive 30x50-foot footprint with soaring 20-foot ceilings. This blank...
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A living room with blue curtains, a round chair, a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a white rug.
from$30/hr
Urban Southside Cozy Apartment

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(12)
Venue capacity icon20

Apartment

Our aesthetically pleasing and cozy 1 bedroom apartment is perfect for your next small event or creative project! Within our 500 sq. ft space, we offer a vibrant swanky living room area, complete with a plush sofa set, sleek coffee table and Instagram-worthy fireplace along...
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A modern interior space featuring a black car, a large abstract artwork on the wall, a sculpture, and a staircase with illuminated steps.
from$400/hr
Modern Minimalist Stunning Studio | Perfect for Film/Photo Productions

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.9(70)
Venue capacity icon10

Film / Photo Loft

...studio is located near McKinley Park and available for a wide range of production projects. We are open to hosting photo shoots, film shoots, commercials, filmed interviews, promo videos, apparel shoots, product shoots, and more! This rental is for the first floor of our...
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Charming Apartment near Hyde Park Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$75/hr
Charming Apartment near Hyde Park

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon15

Apartment Home

Welcome to your perfect city retreat! This charming, newly renovated apartment offers a blend of classic charm and contemporary comforts . The space features high ceilings, large windows for abundant natural light, and tasteful décor that adds to the apartment’s cozy vibe. With two private...
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A spacious living area with hardwood floors, a central coffee table, and four chairs arranged around it, all set in front of large windows that provide natural light.
from$65/hr
Contemporary Bronzeville House

South Side, Chicago, IL

Venue capacity icon25

House

Modern style grey-stone home The following activities are: Small conference calls, Business Meetings, interviews, small gathering(s), book club meetings...
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A photography studio featuring a white backdrop, lighting equipment, and a red couch in a modern, industrial space.
from$100/hr
Spacious Chicago photo and film studio/loft

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.8(46)
Venue capacity icon20

Film / Photo Loft

*Detailed pricing is listed below. Price shown is for use of the Cyc Wall.* (Also see Ad-Ons) Cyc Wall Rates: Cyc Wall Only - $95/hr Entire Space - $200/hr Rates excluding Cyc Wall: Paper Backdrop (Excluding Cyc Wall) - $75/hr Open Area (for film, natural...
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A living room with exposed brick walls, a light-colored sofa, a modern chair, and large windows with shades.
from$100/hr
Historic Rowhouse with Exposed Brick and Tons of Natural Light

South Side, Chicago, IL

4.0(1)
Venue capacity icon25

Row House

Beautiful Historic Rowhouse Lots of Natural Light Open Concept Design Minimalist Appeal Perfect for Photoshoots Great for Filming Historic Charm Safe Neighborhood Unique One of a Kind Home is located within a National Monument as Part of The US National Park Service Walking Distance to...
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Artist Industrial Building Image in South Side, Chicago, IL
from$30/hr
Artist Industrial Building

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(8)
Venue capacity icon12

Photo Studio

All are welcome at the Photography Studio located near the Obama Library on the South side of Chicago. This modern photography studio has two full 9ft backdrops and one 5ft backdrop set up. Included with your session is 2 soft boxes, Sony or Canon trigger...
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An empty bar area with wooden tables and chairs, a counter with bar stools, and large windows letting in natural light.
from$50/hr
THE LOUNGE FOR LEAPS AND BOUNDS

South Side, Chicago, IL

5.0(5)
Venue capacity icon40

Production Set

The Restaurant and Bar film set is our newest addition to the studio. It comes with themed wall decor, and tons of natural lighting. A stage area is present with overhead LED selections. The table and bar area may hold up to thirty five people...
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Reviews for film shoot locations

Eduardo G.
Exterior Boardroom in an Upscale Workplace
Amazing place to shoot. Has almost become my go to in Maryland. Friendly and welcoming staff that is on top of communication. Thanks again for letting us film in your space...
Khariya M.
Vintage 1950's Aesthetic Bedstuy Apartment
Beautiful space , great for film and shoots . The aura and the history is beautiful setting a nice aesthetic
Alex E.
Silverlake Blooming Hillside Garden and Studio
Great filming experience today. Loved the gardens and the natural light. Fun cottage upstairs for interior shoot. Super view to the west. The hosts were both unbelievably kind. Thank you...
Elijah R.
Full size white Cyc, green screen, Chinese store front - Light Included
Great studio for photography and video shoots! The space is clean, well-organized, and creatively designed to suit a variety of needs. Whether you’re doing a photo session, filming content, or working on a creative project, this spot offers the perfect environment. Highly recommend...
Rohan G.
22C Affordable Manhattan Daylight Studio Free EQ
Keo was a great responsive host! We booked a movie video shoot on short notice and the space was exactly like the pictures. Definitely recommend...
Morgana Y.
Colorful Y2K dreamy salon
Soooo happy with our experience filming here! Jess was amazing, super accommodating and so sweet! The space is amazing and the neighborhood is very chill in regards to filming. We had the best experience ever and look forward to shooting here again one day...
Jacob C.
62-acre Guest Ranch, nestled in the heart of Idaho's countryside
The house was perfect to film in! Beautiful space, and the footage from our filming is turning out amazing. Definitely bumped up the production quality of our shoot...
Jay R.
Santa Clara / San Jose Large 1800 sq. ft. Photo & Video Studio with 14 foot ceilings
The space was perfect for our dance film shoot and as described in the listing. Jeff was very helpful and accommodating...
Sam K.
New York Style Daylight Factory Loft Apartment Studio
This is a fantastic space with everything you need for filming or content shoots. It was nicely furnished and well-equipped, and the host was incredibly accommodating. We couldn’t have asked for a smoother experience...
John P.
First Floor DTLA Creative Loft with Beautiful Natural Light & Flexible Open Space
This space is amazing. The natural light from the floor-to-ceiling windows made our shoot look incredible, and the mirrored wall helpfully for filming. Everything was clean, thoughtfully decorated, and super versatile. The hosts were communicative, kind, and made us feel right at home. It truly felt like...
Sara J.
Long Island City Industrial Loft Studio with Natural Light
We had a very good experience shooting our short film at Chris' studio. We had a lot of pages to shoot but were able to finish ahead of time. Chris acted like he was part of the team. Communication was prompt, and he was very accommodating and let us scout...
Tony N.
New York Style Photo/Video Natural Light Studio with Skylight & Cyclorama
We loved filming here! The skylight is a huge plus with the natural lighting and the studio setup with furniture, plants and modern vibe was perfect for our needs. Excellent, prompt communication with our host and we would definitely rent here again for future film shoots...
Torrey M.
Spacious Modern DTLA Loft With Lots Of Natural Light & Stunning Views (NEW ADDITIONAL SPACE ADDED)
What a vibey space. The furniture is super photogenic. I will say darker mid day than anticipated. If you shoot film like I do and want to stick to natural light pack some Portra 800. 400 was useable but just barely. But great space overall...
Millicent H.
Natural Light Downtown Arts District Studio w/ AC
booked the studio for movie cover shoot for one on our cast member who lives in LA and whose schedule would not allow for her to fly to Atlanta in time. The space was as expected and suitable for our needs. Daniela's communication was great and she's is...
Justin W.
Music Row Podcast Studio and Vocal Room - The Hideout
checking in before, during, and after the shoot to make sure everything went smoothly. The space appeared exactly as advertised — clean, professional, and just like the listing. Even though it's a podcast studio, I used the space to record a short film, and the host made sure everything was...
Benjamin R.
Spacious studio with pre-rigged RGB LED lighting package (add-on)
had the best time filming my first music video! Ben answered all of my questions in a timely fashion and was the perfect gaffer the day of the shoot! The space was perfect...
Jordan S.
Contemporary Conference Room in Mission Bay
hallway, and the sound of a train passing by compounded the noise level. Additionally, food deliveries on carts occasionally interrupted the shoot, requiring us to pause and resume filming. Just a heads up for anyone planning to use this space for a video shoot: while the environment isn’t entirely...
Ahmad B.
The bohemian loft
have booked this place to shoot a short series and and will give this place 100% of 100% due it's vibes that really fits the scenes and the film story and 100% I will book agian and agian...
Sam M.
Multi-Cam Full Production House - Photo/Video Studio - Equip. Included! E.Williamsburg
helpful and helped me get this request turned around in 1 day! The team had no trouble finding and filming the space and had everything we needed for a seamless shoot. We would happily shoot here again! Thanks Danny...
Birgit B.
Beautiful Vintage Inspired Brooklyn Studio with tons of Profoto gear included!
used other studios by film by two before and as expected, the experience was great. The studio had everything I needed and Moamen provided all necessary info and instructions ahead of time. My model felt comfortable in the space and we had a great shoot! I will definitely be coming...

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