Find interview filming locations near me

Interview filming locations average $113 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $95, whereas larger venues run about $99 per hour.

Finding filmed interview locations is as simple as searching here on Peerspace, which maintains the largest active directory of interview filming locations. If you don't find a listing for your area, search the web for photo and video production studios in your city. You should also check your local library! Many people don't realize that libraries often have spaces that can be used for video production. Look for a filmed interview location that won't have any extra sound and in which you can control the lighting situation.

There are two ways to find beautiful filmed interview backgrounds. The first is to shoot in a beautiful location itself, and the second is shooting in a studio location in which you can switch out professional backdrops. Peerspace's interview shooting spaces feature both options. If you search for a production studio, look for one with changeable backdrops. If you use an on-location space like a residence, flex space, or gallery, look for both good visuals and a quiet environment, so you can capture good audio.

A basic filmed interview setup includes a place for your subject to sit, a background, a lighting setup, and sound equipment. You can mimic any classic portrait lighting setup to get a gorgeous cinematic shot. If you're choosing to use natural light, try setting up beside a large window, and you'll find that the subject is draped in soft, dramatic light—a classic technique of photojournalists. Create distance between the subject and the background so you can control the degree to which the background is in focus. For the audio, either wire your subject with a lavalier microphone or use a boom mic—just make sure it stays out of the frame!