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SmartSource® Rolls out New Brand and Logo to Reflect Its Customer-Centric Tradition and Optimism for 2021
January 21, 2021
Hauppauge, NY...
SmartSource®, an ABCOM Technology Group company, one of the nation's leading providers of technology solutions for businesses and events, has rolled out a new brand, logo, and website url (www.TheSmartSource.com) inspired by its "multi-layered approach" to meeting the needs of the market. This customer-centric philosophy, even during the most...Read More>>Email This Article | Print This Article | Comments (0)
ZEISS Art & Craft Virtual Lounge: Event Agenda
January 21, 2021
Hi, Friends - It's Film Festival Time!
In past years, January usually finds us in Park City, congratulating the teams whose films were selected for the festival as well as celebrating the Art & Craft of Cinematography. While we await the time when we can all be together again,...Read More>>
In past years, January usually finds us in Park City, congratulating the teams whose films were selected for the festival as well as celebrating the Art & Craft of Cinematography. While we await the time when we can all be together again,...Read More>>
Filming Continues in Shasta County!
By: Sabrina Jurisich | January 20, 2021
Despite the impacts of COVID-19, Shasta County continues to service film productions and we are excited to bring you these...Read More>>
SMALL GIANT PRODUCES BIG RESULTS FOR TOP CLIENTS DURING FALL AND WINTER 2020: BROOKLYN-BASED COMPANY OPTIMIZES "PANDEMIC PRODUCTION" TO EXCEL IN THE COVID ERA
January 20, 2021
Brooklyn, NY, January 20, 2021 - Small Giant, a boutique, multi-award winning production company, enjoyed a strong Fall and early Winter 2020 with a variety of projects from its various major cable and streaming TV clientele. Since the COVID-19 pandemic struck the U.S. in March 2020, Small Giant redesigned...Read More>>
ob-jects Has In Place COVID-19 Safety Protocols
January 6, 2021
COVID-19 Safety Protocol
We have made several updates to our operational protocol to ensure the safety of our staff and clients. The wearing of masks and the maintaining of social distance will be required. We will have plenty of masks, disposable gloves and hand sanitizer available when you do visit us....Read More>>We're Making a Few Necessagy Changes to Our Pricing
January 5, 2021
To our clients, friends and colleagues,
We wanted to thank you all for sticking by ESS through these tough times, without you, we couldn't be us.
During the past few months, with the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, keeping our customers safe has been our number one priority. In order to...Read More>>
ArsenalCreative Names Thomas J. Connors as VFX Supervisor/CG Generalist
January 4, 2021
Santa Monica, CA, January 4, 2021 - Seasoned 3D artist Thomas Connors has been named VFX Supervisor/CG Generalist at ArsenalCreative. Founder Mark Leiss announced Connors' appointment, which is effective immediately.
Building on his 20 years of experience on CG for high-end visual effects, Connors has carved an impressive...Read More>>
Building on his 20 years of experience on CG for high-end visual effects, Connors has carved an impressive...Read More>>
Remmet Studios
December 22, 2020
About Remmet Studios
With four sound stages and 20,000 square feet, Remmet Studios specializes in a wide array of authentic and ever changing "standing sets" and "set kits" perfect for principle shooting as well as b-roll and pick-ups. To give your set its own look, Remmet Studios features a 3000+ sq....Read More>>Step And Repeat's BIG 20% off Holiday Sale
December 22, 2020
ALL CREATURES rings in the Holidays with CHEWY.COM!!!
December 21, 2020
Professional animal talent agency ALL CREATURES GREAT & SMALL provides a wide array of animals for a big multi-media holiday ad campaign for . The 5 day shoot covered such family-favorite...Read More>>
Reel Monster Trucks for your 2021 Production
December 21, 2020
Our Monster Truck is on display as part of the Christmas light drive through December 30 at WonderLand 6100 Topanga...Read More>>
Matthews Studio Equipment Celebrating 50 Years
By: Matthews Studio Equipment | December 21, 2020
Matthews Studio Equipment is a success story that helped shape the modern film set. From humble beginnings making rags, flags, and scrims in the late '60s, they created standards that opened the door to a new era of cohesive grip and electric gear, stoking the market for more creative technology....Read More>>
Steve Martin's Working Wildlife
By: Steve Martin's Working Wildlife | December 8, 2020
In the world of professional animal training, no name commands as much respect as Steve Martin's Working Wildlife. As a long-time consultant to the major motion picture industry, and champion of the "positive reinforcement" training methods by which many animal training companies regard as the modern standard of excellence, Steve...Read More>>
1 Touch Sanitizing & Maintenance
By: Creative Handbook | December 8, 2020
With over 10 years experience 1 Touch Sanitizing has been getting to know many property and location managers and when...Read More>>
eTech Rentals Gets You Camera Ready
By: eTech Rentals | December 7, 2020
Whether it's "Zoom Studios" or on set eTech Rentals has all the equipment and software/apps you need to create compelling content.
With eTech Rentals iPhone filmmaking kits you don't have to worry about creating professionally-produced content for commercial production, broadcast or live streaming.
Our...Read More>>
With eTech Rentals iPhone filmmaking kits you don't have to worry about creating professionally-produced content for commercial production, broadcast or live streaming.
Our...Read More>>
American Movie Company Announces...
By: American Movie Company | November 23, 2020
Animal Casting Atlanta joins the Reenvisioned Suicide Squad
Noverber 23, 2020
Animal Casting Atlanta completes work with one of it's highly trained rats on the reenvisioned Suicide Squad. The Rat Catcher 2 character had a front row seat to the intricate...Read More>>
100% VACANT and AVAILABLE Venue: Harbor View House
By: Toni Maier - On Location, Inc | November 17, 2020
Introducing HARBOR VIEW HOUSE with representation by Toni and Team at www.onlocation.com.
Below, please find a flyer stating many uses for this building, with...Read More>>
Below, please find a flyer stating many uses for this building, with...Read More>>
Third Rail Studios is a Purpose-Built Film Studio in Atlanta
By: Third Rail | November 9, 2020
At Third Rail Studios, we pride ourselves on being the most production-friendly studio in Atlanta, GA. We understand the unique challenges faced by productions and utilize our depth of experience...Read More>>
Performing Animal Troupe Has Over 30 Years Experience
By: Creative Handbook | November 4, 2020
Cathy and Gregg Pittman the owners of Performing Animal Troupe have over 30 hears each of experience as Animal trainers,...Read More>>
depict Has a Wide Variety of Paintable Shapes Available to Rent • Custom Shapes Built to Spec • Fabrication and Specialty Surfaces for Your Set, Event or Rentail Space
By: Creative Handbook | November 3, 2020
Depict is not your ordinary set design and build company. Their construction is highly specialized and their studio is...Read More>>
SUBMISSIONS FOR THE 25th ANNUAL ART DIRECTORS GUILD EXCELLENCE IN PRODUCTION DESIGN AWARDS OPEN ONLINE TODAY, NOVEMBER 2
November 2, 2020
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2, 2020 - Television and feature film submissions for the Art Directors Guild (ADG, IATSE Local 800) 25th Annual Excellence in Production Design Awards are set to open online today, Monday, November 2, 2020. The ADG Awards honor excellence in Production Design in theatrical motion pictures, television, commercials, music videos and animated feature films. This year, the ADG Awards will expand to include 12 categories. The "Excellence in Production Design for Television Variety, Reality or Event Special" category has been split into two new classifications: "Variety, Reality or Competition Series" and "Variety Special." For information on...Read More>>
Animal Casting Atlanta Serving the Southeast
By: Creative Handbook | October 25, 2020
Meet the Developers of Pacific Motion Control's Quality Equipment
By: Creative Handbook | October 28, 2020
Pacific Motion Control has an innovative line of gear is manufactured by two of the most important developers of motion control technology, Mike Sorensen and Al Miller. They share a Technical Achievement Oscar for their design of the live-action motion control Zebra dolly.
Craig Shumard the owner, with over...Read More>>
Craig Shumard the owner, with over...Read More>>
Back In Shop: Track & Manage Inventory w/ RTPro!
By: Dominic Trinidad | October 28, 2020
RTPro is the Leading Inventory and Warehouse Management Software for the Film Rental Industry. Our software has the flexibility to configure to your workflows and increase inventory visibility. We have maintained an industry standard for over 21 years and continue to develop and add enriching features to keep up with...Read More>>
RENOWNED MUSIC & SOUND DESIGN COMPANY ENDLESS NOISE NAMES DAVE CHAPMAN AS CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND PARTNER: LONGTIME MUSIC PRODUCER IS ALSO CO-FOUNDER OF BOSTON-BASED UGLY DUCK STUDIOS
October 26, 2020
Santa Monica, CA, October 26, 2020 - Led by Grammy Award winning composer, orchestrator, conductor and musician Jeff Elmassian, renowned music and sound design company Endless Noise has named Dave Chapman to the post of Creative Director and Partner. Mr. Elmassian made the announcement today.
Dave...Read More>>
Dave...Read More>>
Picture Rental Cars is the Garvins Garage Specialty
By: Creative Handbook | October 21, 2020
With 20 years of experience and over 1000 vehicles from every era we can meet all your picture car rental needs.
We can provice the industry with Original Model...Read More>>
We can provice the industry with Original Model...Read More>>
Animal Actors of Hollywood with Over 50 Years in the Industry
By: Creative Handbook | October 21, 2020
When Jungleland closed its gates forever in 1970 a few former trainers started "Animal Actors of Hollywood" and started providing the industry with professionally trained animals of all kinds.
TV series like "Bless This Mess", "Fuller House",...Read More>>
TV series like "Bless This Mess", "Fuller House",...Read More>>
Remmet Studios In 2020
By: Creative Handbook | October 21, 2020
With over 8 years and 1200 productions Remmet Studios features over 20,000 sq. ft. of production space spread over 4 stages.
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...Read More>>Award-Winning Experts from Coast to Coast
By: Creative Handbook | October 20, 2020
Around the country we have award-winning experts as Jib technicians. They have and incredible work ethic with professional attitudes that make them the best to work with.
From Coast to Coast The Human...Read More>>
From Coast to Coast The Human...Read More>>
Fun Fact about Beef-A-Reeno
By: Creative Handbook | October 20, 2020
Scott Pitters' first graphics design for television was for Seinfeld...the Beef-A-Reeno label.
As an intern on the show in January 1996 production designer told him "this goes on camera...Read More>>
As an intern on the show in January 1996 production designer told him "this goes on camera...Read More>>
Forsberg Ranch & Company is COVID-19 Compliant
By: Creative Handbook | October 14, 2020
Our staff has taken special care to learn industry-recognized practices for a safe return to set. This includes the CDC recommendations for social distancing, facial covering and good hygienic practices.
We are working hard to prepare our animals for comfort in working with trainers wearing masks and at necessary distances. In the meantime, our business hours have not changed and we are available to chat via email or over the phone at any time of day.
We have...Read More>>
We are working hard to prepare our animals for comfort in working with trainers wearing masks and at necessary distances. In the meantime, our business hours have not changed and we are available to chat via email or over the phone at any time of day.
We have...Read More>>
Welcome back! ACME is open for prop rentals.
By: Creative Handbook | October 14, 2020
Prop Rental in NYC made easy
ACME Brooklyn has been serving New York City and the boroughs of Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island, since 2010. We are a multifaceted creative powerhouse operating out of a 16,000 square foot home base in Bushwick. Our prop rental collection of 4000 props and growing is all viewable in our online catalog, with multiple photos, measurements, quantities, and descriptions.
Universal Animals Announces the 2020 Fido Award Winner
By: Universal Animals | October 14, 2020
Icee, who played Dog Julian in Greener Grass, won RomCom Rover at the Fido Awards!! What an honor! Congratulations to Icee, our handlers, and the entire cast & crew of Greener Grass on this adorable win! Thank you, Fido Awards!
Think Theatre Renovation While Waiting For Productions To Return
By: Rose Brand | October 13, 2020
While we wait for our industry to come back into full swing, many organizations are renovating and refurbishing their venues. Contact us at 800-223-1624 for help with your soft goods, hardware and installation services. You can also submit a request for a custom curtain quote on our web site. If you need a track system too, then go to our online curtain track quote request application to specify your track requirements and indicate that you'd like curtains as well. Looking forward to when we're all back doing shows and live events!
...Read More>>Live AMA with M. David Mullen, ASC
By: Zeiss | October 13, 2020
Friday, October 9, 12:00pm PDTFrom the comfort of our homes, ZEISS will host a special virtual event with Emmy-winning Director of Photography M. David Mullen, ASC.
For three wildly popular seasons of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, David has transported audiences to different eras and locations, from Upper West Side New York to Paris to Sin City. With fast camera movements, stunning oner shots, and a lush color palette, Maisel's signature look is a visual tour de force.
Join us for this exclusive Ask Me Anything where...Read More>>
Filming in L.A. continues to come back
By: Loyal Studios | October 13, 2020
It has been almost 4 months since the County of Los Angeles published "Appendix J" outlining the protocols for Production to re-open.
Our community has been diligently working to create safe working conditions on-locations and in studios.
Here is an encouraging update: All Beaches and Parks are open for filming according to FilmLA.com.
There are 829 unique titles being filmed in L.A as of 9/30/20!
Additionally, most cities within the County are now accepting applications for film permits. This is encouraging as we fully support the effort to get us all back to work.
We continue to modify...Read More>>
Our community has been diligently working to create safe working conditions on-locations and in studios.
Here is an encouraging update: All Beaches and Parks are open for filming according to FilmLA.com.
There are 829 unique titles being filmed in L.A as of 9/30/20!
Additionally, most cities within the County are now accepting applications for film permits. This is encouraging as we fully support the effort to get us all back to work.
We continue to modify...Read More>>
Blue Moon's Covid-19 Cleaning & Disinfection with Electrostatic Spraying, Fogging, & UV-C Light Disinfection
By: Creative Handbook | October 7, 2020
Electrostatic Spraying
Blue Moon is well-equipped to handle any size disinfection need. We have a large arsenal of electrostatic sprayers that dispense positively-charged viruscide onto negatively-charged surfaces. When performed correctly, electrostatic...Read More>>
Fairplex in Pomona ready to take center stage as film production resumes
By: Javier Rojas | June 17, 2020
Directors might be using these words soon to begin production on movies, television, and music videos following a three-month shutdown of filming caused by the coronavirus pandemic. On Wednesday, June 10, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the Department of Public Health announced that crews could resume filming on Friday, June 12.
But with that decision came a lengthy list of safety protocols that must be implemented, meaning it's unlikely filming will ramp up right away. A more realistic start time for productions, according to industry watchers, is July, August or even early fall.
With filming allowed to resume, location scouts are now looking for filming places to shoot. One of the first available and best suited to operate under the county's new safety regulations may be Fairplex in Pomona, which has been the setting for several movie, television and music productions.
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But with that decision came a lengthy list of safety protocols that must be implemented, meaning it's unlikely filming will ramp up right away. A more realistic start time for productions, according to industry watchers, is July, August or even early fall.
With filming allowed to resume, location scouts are now looking for filming places to shoot. One of the first available and best suited to operate under the county's new safety regulations may be Fairplex in Pomona, which has been the setting for several movie, television and music productions.
...Read More>>
AMANDA BROWNE APPOINTED AS AUSFILM'S DIRECTOR OF U.S. PRODUCTION IN LOS ANGELES OFFICE
By: Rachelle Gibson | October 5, 2020
Ausfilm, Australia's screen industry association responsible for attracting big budget film and television productions to Australia, has appointed Amanda Browne to the role of Director of U.S. Production in Ausfilm's Los Angeles office.
Working closely with Ausfilm's USA team headed up by Executive Vice President, International Production, Erin Stam, Amanda will work with both U.S. and Australian screen production clients, Ausfilm members and Australian talent in order to positively influence the attraction of film, television and post, sound, music and VFX production to Australia. Amanda's role also includes delivering international production leads to Ausfilm members and coordinating with Australian state government screen agencies on Australian location pitches for international clients.
Amanda's expertise covers production, talent and event management having worked at Damminger Productions, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in the U.S. and earlier in her career at Definition Films in Australia.
Prior to...Read More>>
Working closely with Ausfilm's USA team headed up by Executive Vice President, International Production, Erin Stam, Amanda will work with both U.S. and Australian screen production clients, Ausfilm members and Australian talent in order to positively influence the attraction of film, television and post, sound, music and VFX production to Australia. Amanda's role also includes delivering international production leads to Ausfilm members and coordinating with Australian state government screen agencies on Australian location pitches for international clients.
Amanda's expertise covers production, talent and event management having worked at Damminger Productions, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in the U.S. and earlier in her career at Definition Films in Australia.
Prior to...Read More>>
MJ Studios is open in DTLA
By: Creative Handbook | October 5, 2020
This unique studio was originally designed to film a pilot TV Show that featured dancers performing in front of judges, and later was a site where Michael Jackson was scheduled to rehearse for his "This Is It" tour.
...Read More>>
...Read More>>Animals For Hollywood: Welcome to the Family!
By: Creative Handbook | September 30, 2020
Animals For Hollywood is happy to welcome some adorable new faces into our family of precision trained animals. As they continue their journey from shelter-to-screen, we hope you will join us in welcoming these furry new actors. Through the ups-and-downs of 2020, the critters at Animals for Hollywood continue to bring a light spot to the entertainment world. Whether on the big screen of internationally released films or the cute video on your phone, our animals are memorable in both looks and talents. Anything from cats, dogs, rodents, and more, Animals for Hollywood proudly offers Animal Rentals, Script Breakdowns, Budgets, and Animal Coordinating for the film industry. From small projects to major films, Animals for Hollywood has what you need...Read More>>
Making Virtual Production with Digital Green
By: Creative Handbook | September 29, 2020
Based in LA, California, we sell and rent our Green and Blue screen products to customers throughout the world. Our trademark products are our patented, Academy Award winning, Digital Series™ including: Digital Green®, Digital Blue™, Digital Video Blue™ and Digital Red™ fabric backdrops, paints and costumes. Our colors are designed to best complement all color-differernce compositing systems, from Avid to Ultimatte®.
COMPOSITE COMPONENTS COMPANY
(323) 257-1163 ext. 1
www.digitalgreenscreen.com
COMPOSITE COMPONENTS COMPANY
(323) 257-1163 ext. 1
www.digitalgreenscreen.com
All Tame Animals: Trainers are ready to work now!
By: Creative Handbook | September 28, 2020
Trainers and the animals are ready to go work now! All Tame Animals provides all types of animals for work in advertising, TV, film, commercials, print and live theater, as well as special events ranging from parades to cocktail parties.
Feel free to contact us today.
(212) 873-5000
www.alltameanimals.com
Feel free to contact us today.
(212) 873-5000
www.alltameanimals.com
The DGA, SAG-AFTRA, IATSE, Teamsters and the Basic Crafts Announce COVID-19 Testing and Protocols Adopted with the AMPTP to Allow Production to Resume Safely
By: Creative Handbook | September 21, 2020
Protocols Based on 'The Safe Way Forward' Multi-Union Report Released in June
Los Angeles -The unions representing casts and crews today announced they have reached an agreement with the major studios on protocols to allow the industry to safely re-open. The protocols pave the way for creative workers, who have been hard hit by the pandemic, to resume their crafts and livelihoods in workplaces redesigned around their health. Guiding principles include strictly enforced testing regimens and safety protocols, a zone-based system, and diligent use of personal protective equipment (PPE). The new measures will be implemented by employers in order to minimize the risk of transmission. To ensure workers' livelihoods are not burdened with added uncertainty during the pandemic, the agreement also includes COVID-19 sick leave and quarantine pay.
The agreement is the outcome of unprecedented coordination and solidarity between the Directors Guild of America (DGA), International Alliance of Theatrical...Read More>>
COVID-19 Filmmaker Updates
By: Ridgecrest Film Commission | September 21, 2020
Updates from the Ridgecrest Regional Film Commission
Fall Updates
With film production resuming across California, the Ridgecrest Regional Film Commission has been thrilled to welcome shoots back to the region, including a project for Netflix UK. We are continuing to monitor the COVID-19 situation in the region, and have been thankful that numbers have stayed relatively low in Ridgecrest compared to other parts of the county.
We will continue to monitor and abide by all state, county, and city regulations, and are following the recommendations put forth in the "Proposed Health and Safety Guidelines for Motion Picture, Television and Streaming Productions During the COVID-19 Pandemic" by the Industry-Wide Labor-Management Safety Committee Task Force. You can read those guidelines in pdf form here.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns at the number or email address below....Read More>>
Scroggins Aviation is open for business and here for you!
By: Doug Scroggins III | September 8, 2020
If you require any quotes for your projects during this time of preproduction or for future film under development, please let me know, I would be happy to help.
Scroggins Aviation has the largest selection of production ready helicopters and aircraft mockups. We have put new cleaning protocols in place to insure our assets are thoroughly clean prior to shipping, as well as the use of UV-C light cleaning on select assets. No matter where you are at, we also offer services throughout the U.S., Canada, Australia, UK and beyond.
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Scroggins Aviation has the largest selection of production ready helicopters and aircraft mockups. We have put new cleaning protocols in place to insure our assets are thoroughly clean prior to shipping, as well as the use of UV-C light cleaning on select assets. No matter where you are at, we also offer services throughout the U.S., Canada, Australia, UK and beyond.
...Read More>>
Filming at Red Barn provided by Location Connection in LA
By: Location Connection | September 4, 2020
Sequin AR Appoints Brad Rumler as Vice President of Sales To Spearhead Expansion and Growth
By: Sequin AR | August 24, 2020
Leading Augmented Reality Services Company Adds Experienced Leader Who Previously Held Posts with Brainstorm, AT&T and Apple, Inc.
Glastonbury, CT, August 24, 2020 - Sequin AR, a leader in augmented reality services, has appointed Brad Rumler as the company's new Vice President of Sales. In this newly created position, Rumler will lead Sequin AR's sales and business development efforts further into existing and new market sectors for its augmented reality and virtual production solutions, including Sequin AR's Glimmer Virtual Control software and related service offerings. Additionally, Rumler will also help further develop and expand Sequin's Partnership Channels.
Rumler joins Sequin AR with more than 25 years of experience, primarily within the Australian, U.S., and Canadian markets, holding in-house positions with top technology companies working across the disciplines of graphics, broadcast, VFX, and IT. Prior to joining Sequin, Rumler most recently served as Vice President of...Read More>>
CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE ON LOCATION WORLDWIDE
By: Lori Balton & John Rakich | July 27, 2020
THE 2020 LOCATION MANAGERS GUILD INTERNATIONAL AWARDS
THE LMGI AWARDS are an internationally recognized celebration of the outstanding contributions of location professionals in television, commercials and feature films. The Awards spotlight our craft, honoring productions in which the creative use of film locations set the tone, enrich the character and inspire the narrative. Film commissions are celebrated for their exemplary service and additional honorees include recipients of the Eva Monley, Humanitarian Award, Lifetime Achievement and Trailblazer Awards.
Submissions were up by 60% this year, dramatically increasing the competition in all categories. We received over two hundred qualified international submissions, each one a winner, successfully illustrating the art of locations. Refining these submissions to a field of finalists was arduous and challenging. We heartily applaud them all - and wish each and all of the nominees below the best of luck!
Celebrating 50 Years
By: Matthews Studio Equipment | July 1, 2020
Dear Friends,
I'm so happy to announce that we're back!
Our sales and service team are at work 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday. And we are happy to serve all of your grip equipment needs-from product orders and technical questions, to service and replacement parts. Need us? Please call, email or contact us on social media. We're here to help!
We've ramped up manufacturing and enhanced our stocking capabilities with increased warehouse space, now stocked with thousands of different products ready for your production needs. If we don't have what you need on the shelf, our in-house manufacturing can get it done in a matter of days or weeks depending on the gear.
Plus, we're taking safety precautions in everything we do. We've installed dividers, placed sanitizing stations around the factory, issued personal protective equipment and...Read More>>
COVID-19 Resource Center
By: Film LA | June 19, 2020
FilmLA resumed coordination of film permits starting on Monday, June 15. Please see our latest Production Alert and growing list of areas reopening to filming.
As we reopen, in order to allow time for government review and community notification, the earliest available filming date for low-complexity shoots will be Friday, June 19.
By order of state and local authorities, on-location filming was shut down in the City and County of Los Angeles from March 20 through June 11, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
On June 5, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced that counties throughout the state could begin reopening to film, television and commercial production starting on June 12
A modified health order from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health followed on June 12, authorizing filming to resume.
The LA County...Read More>>
Technology Rentals During The Four Stages Of COVID-19 Reopening
By: eTech Rentals | May 11, 2020
Some states are starting to re-open their businesses while California is expected to follow suit starting May 9th and will be following the four stages (and we are not talking sound stages) as outlined by Governor Newsom and his administration:
• Stage 1 (where we started) is making sure essential workers are consistently safe in their work environments.
• Stage 2 (starting May 9th) would allow lower-risk businesses and public spaces to re-open with modifications to allow for distancing. This means factories, more-spaced out work stations and non-grocery retail stores with curbside pickup.
• Stage 3 is for higher risk business like hair salons, gyms, movie theaters and sporting events without fans.
• Stage 4 would allow concerts, conventions and sporting events with fans to re-open.
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• Stage 1 (where we started) is making sure essential workers are consistently safe in their work environments.
• Stage 2 (starting May 9th) would allow lower-risk businesses and public spaces to re-open with modifications to allow for distancing. This means factories, more-spaced out work stations and non-grocery retail stores with curbside pickup.
• Stage 3 is for higher risk business like hair salons, gyms, movie theaters and sporting events without fans.
• Stage 4 would allow concerts, conventions and sporting events with fans to re-open.
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"NEW ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TOOLS WILL REVOLUTIONIZE THE VISUAL EFFECTS INDUSTRY", SAYS INDUSTRY VETERAN HELENA PACKER, CURRENTLY MARKING HER 30TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR MILESTONE
By: Helena Packer | May 4, 2020
Renowned Visual Effects industry veteran Helena Packer, currently marking her 30th anniversary year working within the VFX arena, is currently working to enhance the next era of the visual effects field by developing new tools which will utilize the powerful advancements in digital technologies offered by Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Packer explains how her new AI path came into play: In 2018, Raja Koduri, Chief Architect at Intel, approached her, asking if she would like to consult with Intel on the company's research and development of AI. For Packer, it felt like a natural fit, as she has been working to bridge technology with art throughout her entire career. During the past two years, Packer has had the opportunity to collaborate with some of the best minds currently working in AI, including Jason Yang, Co-Founder & CTO at Dgene.
Packer, who sits on the Executive...Read More>>
Packer explains how her new AI path came into play: In 2018, Raja Koduri, Chief Architect at Intel, approached her, asking if she would like to consult with Intel on the company's research and development of AI. For Packer, it felt like a natural fit, as she has been working to bridge technology with art throughout her entire career. During the past two years, Packer has had the opportunity to collaborate with some of the best minds currently working in AI, including Jason Yang, Co-Founder & CTO at Dgene.
Packer, who sits on the Executive...Read More>>
GIBRALTAR SECURITY SERVICES ANNOUNCES ITS CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION PROGRAM TO HELP MUNICIPALITIES DURING COVID-19 LOCKDOWN
By: Gilbraltar Security Services & Helinet | April 16, 2020
BEVERLY HILLS, Ca. - April 15, 2020 - Gibraltar Security Services, an all-Veteran security firm, in partnership with Helinet Aviation Services, recently announced its CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION Program, and has taken action by providing Infrastructure Protection for businesses operating within Critical Infrastructure sectors, where food, energy, transportation, communications & other providers' 'resiliency' is exceptionally vulnerable during the COVID-19 lockdown.
"Our alliance is implementing worksite-protection & risk management strategies designed for keeping Critical Infrastructure operating 24-7, to prevent small-businesses, hospitals & quarantined families from suffering utility service interruptions or lacking access to supplies & provisions," said Gibraltar President Gregory Harrison.
Allison Rakun, SVP of Marketing & Business Development for Helinet, stated, "given the exponential development and use of commercial UAS (drone) technologies, we understand the new and evolving security risks emerging-our partnership views 360-Degree Physical Security protection from a Fourth-Dimensional perspective; our day/night, all-weather surveillance 'eyes in the sky'...Read More>>
"Our alliance is implementing worksite-protection & risk management strategies designed for keeping Critical Infrastructure operating 24-7, to prevent small-businesses, hospitals & quarantined families from suffering utility service interruptions or lacking access to supplies & provisions," said Gibraltar President Gregory Harrison.
Allison Rakun, SVP of Marketing & Business Development for Helinet, stated, "given the exponential development and use of commercial UAS (drone) technologies, we understand the new and evolving security risks emerging-our partnership views 360-Degree Physical Security protection from a Fourth-Dimensional perspective; our day/night, all-weather surveillance 'eyes in the sky'...Read More>>
Rose Brand COVID19 War Effort Creates National Call-to-Action Program
By: Rose Brand | April 16, 2020
What started out as a morale builder for furloughed employees has evolved into our COVID19 national call-to-action program in support of first responders, the most vulnerable, our employees, and the public at large. The campaign urges everyone to communicate the practice of social distancing to one another rather than rely solely on the pleas of government and health care officials.
We've created items that enable the communication. Social distancing has saved lives. Now is not the time to let up. If you'd like to join the cause, go to www.DistanceIsResistance.com to learn more. Twenty five percent of proceeds go to GlobalGiving's Coronavirus Relief Fund. Thank you for your support and stay safe!
We've created items that enable the communication. Social distancing has saved lives. Now is not the time to let up. If you'd like to join the cause, go to www.DistanceIsResistance.com to learn more. Twenty five percent of proceeds go to GlobalGiving's Coronavirus Relief Fund. Thank you for your support and stay safe!
Hula Post: New Video & Audio Suites Qualified For New Streaming Platform Demands
By: Key Code Media | March 3, 2020
The Hula Post team gave an inside look into the Hula Post Burbank faculties, including a recently upgraded audio and finishing suites, installed and designed by the Key Code Media team.
"For 25 years, Hula Post has provided exceptional equipment rental services to the post production and broadcast communities We offer a huge rental inventory of editorial and finishing systems, storage solutions and support gear. We also have creative facilities available in Burbank and West LA - providing production teams spacious rooms, turnkey editorial suites, kitchen, and meeting spaces. All supported by the Hula Post 24/7 technical team," commented Hula Post CEO, Denine Nio.
Denine Nio gave us a tour of both Burbank creative campuses, just a short drive from each other. Both offices contained long decorated hallways, full of meeting spaces, audio edit suites, and video edit suites. Whiteboards on the wall were filled with television...Read More>>
"For 25 years, Hula Post has provided exceptional equipment rental services to the post production and broadcast communities We offer a huge rental inventory of editorial and finishing systems, storage solutions and support gear. We also have creative facilities available in Burbank and West LA - providing production teams spacious rooms, turnkey editorial suites, kitchen, and meeting spaces. All supported by the Hula Post 24/7 technical team," commented Hula Post CEO, Denine Nio.
Denine Nio gave us a tour of both Burbank creative campuses, just a short drive from each other. Both offices contained long decorated hallways, full of meeting spaces, audio edit suites, and video edit suites. Whiteboards on the wall were filled with television...Read More>>
Woodbury Film Festival 2021
March 5th-7th.
By: Woodbury Film Festival | March 2, 2020
Held in the heart of Salt Lake at Creative Guild Studio
" Woodbury Film Festival celebrates bold visions and powerful voices. Power doesn't always arrive through unflinching determination with loud exclamations. Sometimes it sneaks up on you through subtle but vibrant nuance meticulously woven into the fabric of a narrative-- hidden but visible, silent but bright. "
In our first year, our winning feature film went on to get distribution and will be hitting theaters near you!
In 2020 we weren't sure how we were going to top the first, but we did it!
Director of the festival, Dezi Barr fell in-love with the short Docudrama "Misfit M." That brings life to Marylin Monroe words which had been written months, weeks, and days before her untimely death.
Co-Director Chris Adler's favorite was the winning Feature Film "Highline". This documentary follows 5 friends on...Read More>>
Action Picture Cars: Hundreds of Cars for Production!
By: Action Picture Cars | February 27, 2020
Action Picture Cars is an old company with a new name. Howard Brown and Sons Auto Sales, Inc. has been a successful auto sales company for more than thirty years. Action Picture Cars is our new studio rental company. Howard Brown and Sons has been renting picture cars for years and we are now making it our business. We personally own hundreds of cars that fill the needs of many different production companies. We supply vehicles for film, television, commercials, print advertising, videos and much more. We have a wide range of vehicles to choose from. We have show quality period piece vehicles as well as rough and damaged vehicles. We hav eboth late and early model vehicles. Our specialty is damaged vehicles of all years, from Ferraris to Focuses you'll find a large inventory to choose from. We also...Read More>>
Animal Actors of Hollywood for 40 Years!
By: Animal Actors of Hollywood | February 26, 2020
Animal Actors of Hollywood have supplied the entertainment industry for 40 years with professionally trained animals. During this time we have owned, trained or worked with almost every type of animal, bird, or reptile you can imagine. This history and experience gives us the ability to know first hand what it will take to accomplish what you need. There is no job too large or too small.
Most recently our animals appeared in the feature films "True Grit" and "Paul";
and in the TV series "The Middle", "Parenthood", "Law & Order LA", and $#*! My Dad Says". We are busy with commercials as well. There are too many projects to mention here, but we have a long credit list we can give you.
Our animal actors did the TV series "Pushing Daisies", "Manimal", "Peaceable Kingdom" & "Bring Em Back Alive", using dozens of animals every episode. There are...Read More>>
Most recently our animals appeared in the feature films "True Grit" and "Paul";
and in the TV series "The Middle", "Parenthood", "Law & Order LA", and $#*! My Dad Says". We are busy with commercials as well. There are too many projects to mention here, but we have a long credit list we can give you.
Our animal actors did the TV series "Pushing Daisies", "Manimal", "Peaceable Kingdom" & "Bring Em Back Alive", using dozens of animals every episode. There are...Read More>>
TRUCK STUNTS: A MIKE RYAN COMPANY
By: Picture Trucks LA | February 25, 2020
If your script calls for the extreme in big trucks, buses or on heavy equipment give me a call. I have jumped, rolled, crashed, pipe-ramped, cannoned or jack-knifed just about every rig combination imaginable.
Vehicle Sourcing
Today's budgets don't allow the idea of "Picture Vehicles Unlimited " to thrive. Our focus these days is to provide new or newer model semi trucks, buses, heavy equipment and racing cars. My 18 years of racing semi trucks on Pikes Peak and displaying those trucks at the most significant truck industry trade shows for nearly two decades as well as my two Guinness World Records in big trucks has introduced me to the CEO's, Presidents and Directors of Marketing at most of the big truck and equipment manufacturers. Having access to them and their dealer fleets nationwide puts Picture Trucks LA in a very unique position. We have the ability to obtain specialty...Read More>>The Most Highly Anticipated Event in the Business of Story Telling
By: National Association of Broadcasters | February 24, 2020
NAB Show® is an unrivaled source for content professionals from all corners of the media, entertainment and technology ecosystem. Those seeking to create superior audio
...Read More>>Cinema Eye Holds 2020 Awards in New York
By: Step & Repeat LA | Febraruy 21, 2020
'American Factory' and 'Apollo 11' are big winners
The 2020 Cinema Eye Honors Awards Ceremony returned for the 10th year to the Museum of the Moving...Read More>>Gorgeous, Budget-Friendly Spring Production Decor
By: Rose Brand | February 20, 2020
Customers are ordering their Spring event and production decor now. Build your design with our in-stock offerings of Fabrics, Projection Surfaces, Tape and more! Rose...Read More>>
What is the Market for Your Underutilized Gear?
By: Tiger | February 19, 2020
A Q&A with Tiger Group's Jonathan Holiday
Among the topics that will be presented at the PERG General Membership Meeting at NAB this year will...Read More>>eTribez Adds Budget Planning and Budget Tracking Functions to Its Groundbreaking, Cloud-Based Production Management Platform
By: eTribez | February 18, 2020
eTribez, the company behind an unprecedented, end-to-end, Cloud-based Production Management Platform called eTribez Production Management, has added Budget Planning and Budget Tracking functions...Read More>>
PC&E: An Employee Owned Company
By: PC&E | February 17, 2020
Production Consultants and Equipment (PC&E) has been serving the motion picture industry for over 30 years. We are the only full service rental company in...Read More>>
How to WIN the $1,000 in Rose Brand® Theatrical Products
By: Rose Brand | February 17, 2020
1. Place the poster in a conspicuous area where you feel it will do the most good
2. Take a photo/s of the poster in...Read More>>
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MAKE ANYTHING HAPPEN AT THE CASTAIC MOVIE RANCH
By: Castaic Movie Ranch | February 17, 2020
The Castaic Film Ranch is located 1.2 miles from the Parker Road Exit of Interstate 5 in the town of Castaic. The property is exactly...Read More>>
Imperial Art Studios New 33,900 Sq Ft Warehouse Complex in Glendale Area
By: Imperial Art Studios | February 17, 2020
Presenting...
4510 Sperry St. LA, 90039 Glendale Area
33,900 square ft. of warehouse space with 20 ft. + of ceiling height
4,400 square ft. of office space with 15 ft. of ceiling height
60 + parking spaces
1.55 total acres of land
4,400 square ft. of office space with 15 ft. of ceiling height
60 + parking spaces
1.55 total acres of land
AVAILABLE NOW for short or long term film/photo production
SEE MORE HERE!
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LA's Independent Filmmakers, Photographers, and Creatives
By: Aero Mock-Ups | February 17, 2020
It's Back!
February 26, 2020
INDIE Wednesdays @ Aero Mock-Ups
Aero Mock-Ups will open its doors once again to INDIE creators on Wednesday, February 26, offering budget-friendly,
...Read More>>BEHIND THE SCENES: All Creatures Great & Small's Groundhog "Poppy" Stars in No. 1 Super Bowl Commercial
By: All Creatures Great & Small | February 13, 2020
People Magazine's NUMBER 1-RATED commercial features "Poppy" the Groundhog. Here are some details about the shoot and a behind the scenes look at...Read More>>
Netflix new series "Hollywood" at Mountain View Film Locations
By: Mountain View Film Locations | February 12, 2020
Mountain View Film Locations is currently filming Netflix new series "Hollywood", Margaret O'Brien just finished a nostalgic film here, Joshua is being filmed.
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Safari Technologies: Commercials • Print • TV • Features
By: Safari Technologies | Febraury 10, 2020
Mastery is the art of making something difficult appear easy.
Safari is best known for being the choice of global brands such as BMW, Harley-Davidson,...Read More>>
Safari is best known for being the choice of global brands such as BMW, Harley-Davidson,...Read More>>
PRODUCERS GUILD POWER OF DIVERSITY PRODUCERS WORKSHOP 2020
By: Producers Guild of America | February 7, 2020
Ready to apply? Go to the application.
What is the Power of Diversity Master Workshop?
The Power of Diversity Master Workshop is an eight-week...Read More>>
100% VACANT and AVAILABLE Venue: Harbor View House
By: Toni Maier - On Location, Inc | February 5, 2020
Introducing HARBOR VIEW HOUSE with representation by Toni and Team at www.onlocation.com.
Below, please find a flyer stating many uses for this building, with...Read More>>
Below, please find a flyer stating many uses for this building, with...Read More>>
The Submissions Countdown For SIGGRAPH 2020 Is On
By: SIGGRAPH 2020 | February 5, 2020
INNOVATE AND INSPIRE
There is only one week left to share your innovative projects and ideas with us! Inspire change and create progress with your...Read More>>
There is only one week left to share your innovative projects and ideas with us! Inspire change and create progress with your...Read More>>
First-class production vehicles and motorhomes in Los Angeles.
By: SOHO COACHES | February 4, 2020
Delivering an atmosphere of creativity, fun, and functionality while aboard one of our custom coaches, you're sure to enjoy your surroundings no matter where the...Read More>>
Matthews takes a trip down memory lane with DP Blake Gaytan
By: Matthews Studio Equipment | February 3, 2020
2020 is here and we've hit the ground running! We started by re-organizing our machine shop as well as updating some of our machines and...Read More>>
Off the Walls Studio Gallery founded by a Set Decorator for Set Decorators
By: Off the Walls Studio Gallery | January 31, 2020
Great framed art for your next set design project!
Off...Read More>>
"Off the Walls Studio Gallery founded by a Set Decorator for Set Decorators" Cleared Art Rentals and Sales for the Entertainment Industry and Beyond...
Off...Read More>>
ELECTRIX: Give us a call to schedule your equipment rental!
By: Electrix by Grip Trix | January 30, 2020
Seeking a Sustainable Future for Filming in LA
By: FilmLA | January 29, 2020
Think Big, Dream Big, Print Big
By: Step and Repeat LA | January 28, 2020
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FastLights: New England's Leading Lighting & Grip Rental House
By: Fast Lights | January 27, 2020
NEW ENGLAND'S LEADING LIGHTING & GRIP RENTAL HOUSE
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Because we know you're shooting commercials, features and reality shows at every conceivable hour...Read More>>10% off your first teleprompter service!
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...Read More>>VETERAN PUBLICIST SHERYL MAIN TO RECEIVE THE ICG PUBLICISTS HENRI BOLLINGER AWARD FOR EXCEPTIONAL MERIT IN THE FIELD OF ENTERTAINMENT
By: IATSE Local 600 | January 23, 2020
Anthony & Joe Russo, Ava DuVernay, Don Mischer to be Honored at
The 57th Annual ICG Publicists Awards Luncheon
Friday, Feb. 7 at The Beverly
...Read More>>The 57th Annual ICG Publicists Awards Luncheon
Friday, Feb. 7 at The Beverly
Introducing the First Eco-Friendly IFR Velour - ReVive™
By: Rose Brand | January 22, 2020
Designed exclusively for Rose Brand, ReVive™ IFR Velour has a minimum of 70% recycled yarn, made from recycled plastic bottles. It has the look and...Read More>>
Screening Services Group's Fine Arts Theatre
By: Screening Services Group | January 21, 2020
Historic Art-Deco 1936 Theatre
410 permanent seats
Theatre and lobby used for receptions
Green Room available
Premium silver screen
4K Christie 4230
4K Christie CP
...Read More>>410 permanent seats
Theatre and lobby used for receptions
Green Room available
Premium silver screen
4K Christie 4230
4K Christie CP
The official countdown to the 2020 Sun Valley Film Festival has begun!
By: Sun Valley Film Festival | January 20, 2020
The official countdown to the 2020 Sun Valley Film Festival has begun! We are gearing up to welcome filmmakers and musical guests from near and...Read More>>
Cine Gear LA 2020 Exhibitor Registration is Open
By: Cine Gear Expo 2020 | January 17, 2020
Cine Gear Expo 2020 is the premier annual event for professionals engaged in the technology, entertainment and media industry. The show lasts four days in...Read More>>
Florida's Leader in Event Drape Rentals, Decor Rentals, and Set-Up and Strike
By: Rose Brand | January 16, 2020
Nobody does it better than our Swag Decor rental drape division in Miami! Whether you need a mile wide of 25' high masking curtains or...Read More>>
Get your Translations Correct the First Time!
By: Auerbach International | January 15, 2020
Whether for your next Movie / Production Project or any of your Translation Needs, getting communications right is very difficult .. as the Ode to...Read More>>
FINAL NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED FOR THE 57th ANNUAL ICG PUBLICISTS AWARDS
By: ICG PUBLICISTS | January 14, 2020
Ceremony to Take Place February 7, 2020 at The Beverly Hilton
The International Cinematographers Guild (ICG, IATSE Local 600) has announced its final list of...Read More>>
Imperial Art Studios New 33,900 Sq Ft Warehouse Complex in Glendale Area
By: Imperial Art Studios | January 14, 2020
AG STUDIOS COLOMBIA, A TOP LATIN AMERICAN PRODUCER, EMBRACES THE ETRIBEZ PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT PLATFORM TO ENHANCE PRODUCTION EFFICIENCY FOR FEATURE FILMS & TV SERIES
By: eTribez | January 13, 2020
eTribez, the company behind the unprecedented, end-to-end, Cloud-based Production Management Platform called eTribez Production Management, as well as a unique, Cloud-based Casting and Audience Engagement...Read More>>
5 Technologies Every Production Office Needs to Know About
By: eTech Rentals | July 16, 2018
Just as "The Force" is the driving factor behind any good Jedi, the production office is the force behind every great film. From pre-to post-production, it's essential that every office is armed with cutting-edge technologies for productivity, mobility, speed, and flexibility. With that in mind, here are 5 technologies every production office needs.
Final Draft is that popular software used for writing and developing stories, properly formatting scripts, tracking revisions, production and collaboration. Many, if not most, productions use Final Draft in some capacity.
We most often think of Final Draft as software for desktop or laptop computers. However Final Draft is also easy to use on iPads which is perfect on set, location, or on the go, making this ideal for production companies. iPad Final...Read More>>
1. iPads with Final Draft
Final Draft is that popular software used for writing and developing stories, properly formatting scripts, tracking revisions, production and collaboration. Many, if not most, productions use Final Draft in some capacity.
We most often think of Final Draft as software for desktop or laptop computers. However Final Draft is also easy to use on iPads which is perfect on set, location, or on the go, making this ideal for production companies. iPad Final...Read More>>
Elevating Technology Rentals the eTech Way
By: eTech | March 16, 2018
eTech Rentals is a new company with deep roots in the technology rental business. So we understand the issues that you face when renting technology. We know your event is important as well as those big projects that have tight deadline - deadlines that must be met, budgets to be followed, or prospects that you seek to engage.
The eTech Way is for our eXPERTS to provide you with the technology you need, when you need it, making it as eASY as possible offering fast and secure online quotes, digital contract signing, and...Read More>>
The eTech Way is for our eXPERTS to provide you with the technology you need, when you need it, making it as eASY as possible offering fast and secure online quotes, digital contract signing, and...Read More>>
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