Two Stages. Two Styles of Production.
At Golden Hour, we offer two distinct stages designed to meet the needs of any production.
Stage A features our cutting-edge LED volume for immersive virtual production using real-time 3D environments.
Stage B is a traditional cyclorama stage for clean, versatile, and perfect for photography, interviews, and high-key lighting setups.
STAGE A — LED VOLUME
HEIGHT
LENGTH
CURVE
RESOLUTION
12’
54’
7º
10368 x 2376
PIXEL PITCH
MOD WALL
LED CEILING
STAGE
1.5mm
10’
16’
32’ x 18’
PRECISION CAMERA TRACKING WITH OPTITRACK
Our Stage A is equipped with OptiTrack, an industry-leading camera tracking system that delivers real-time precision for virtual production.
Eight OptiTrack cameras surround the volume stage, providing sub-millimeter accuracy and low-latency performance. This setup ensures that every physical camera move, whether handheld, on a dolly, or crane, is perfectly mirrored in the digital space. The result is dynamic shots, true-to-life parallax, and consistent alignment between foreground and background, no matter how complex your scene.
This system communicates directly with Unreal Engine, telling it exactly where the camera is in the virtual world, making seamless integration between physical and digital elements possible.
DAY RATE
$800
XR ADD-ON
$600
STAGE B — CYCLORAMA
HEIGHT
LINEAR
LENGTH
14’
40’
20’
FLEXIBLE SPACE, SEAMLESS EXPERIENCE
Stage B is home to our 20' x 20' cyclorama wall, standing 14 feet tall with an infinity sweep— perfect for creating clean, seamless backdrops for product shoots, interviews, and creative content.
The space is large and versatile, with room to accommodate practical, physical sets alongside the cyclorama wall, giving you the flexibility to build and shoot in one location.
LED Volume Packages at a Glance.
We offer two types of virtual production packages: Elemental and Immersive. Packages below are based on a 10 hour day rate. All packages include LED Volume Operator, Virtual Production Supervisor, Studio Manager, and full access to studio amenities.
The need for environment creation, environment optimizations, crew, and camera/gear will adjust end quote.
VIRTUAL PRODUCTION PACKAGES
Elemental Package
Experience the foundations of virtual production with our Elemental Package. This package provides exclusive access to our cutting-edge LED volume stage, allowing integration of client-provided assets.
This package does not include Unreal Engine integration or motion tacking.
Perfect for:
✔ Music Videos
✔ Product/Lifestyle Photography
✔ Portraits
✔ Talking Heads
✔ Presentations
✔ More
Capabilities:
✔ Static Images
✔ Graphics
✔ Video Playback
✔ Presentations
✔ Color Sweeps
✔ Green Screen
Immersive Package (Unreal Engine)
Harnessing the power of our advanced LED volume stage, this package is tailor-made for Unreal Engine integration and dynamic camera motion tracking, enabling real-time parallax effects that redefine visual storytelling.
Creation of Unreal Engine Environments are not included in this package.
Perfect for:
✔ Commercials
✔ Feature Films/TV Shows
✔ Product/Lifestyle Photography
✔ Presentations
✔ Simulations
✔ More
Capabilities:
✔ Unreal Engine Integration
✔ Interactive Virtual Set Design
✔ Motion Tracking
✔ Real-Time Parallaxing
✔ Volumetric Lighting
✔ Real-Time Adjustments
Need a World Built from Scratch?
Our team creates custom Unreal Engine environments designed to match your concept. From natural landscapes and modern interiors to sci-fi worlds and abstract visuals, we build 3D spaces that look stunning on our LED volume and run seamlessly in real time.
Already working with your own virtual artist? We’re happy to collaborate and make sure their environments are optimized for the stage and ready for production.
Every production is different, and the creative potential is wide open. To get started or request a quote, schedule a video call with our team.
UNREAL ENGINE SERVICES
With the Immersive Package, you have two options: Hire Golden Hour to build your Unreal Engine environment OR bring your own and we’ll help prep and test it with you.
Hiring Golden Hour
Required Environment Creation Time: 2-5 Weeks
Virtual Art Design (VAD) Process:
Launch Meeting
We align on roles, responsibilities, and creative needs—covering everything from crew to art department and styling.
Design Phase
We help select, customize, or build virtual environments. Final storyboards are needed, and budget guides the level of detail.
Pre Production
Just like traditional shoots—set designs are locked, wardrobe is fit, and the look is finalized.
Optimization
Environments are tested on the LED volume to check camera performance, color, and parallax. This can be done remotely.
Blocking and Staging
We prep lensing, lighting, and transitions while staging sets ahead of the shoot. Highly recommended for first-time volume users.
Production Day
The shoot runs like a standard set—with the bonus that much of post is already done. All traditional crew roles still apply.
Building Your Own Environments
With the rise of virtual production as a leading choice in filmmaking, the available resources are continuously expanding. At Golden Hour, we utilize a blend of custom CGI assets built from scratch and assets purchased from public marketplaces. We encourage our clients to explore these marketplaces and identify any environments or virtual assets that capture their vision. Utilizing pre-built assets can significantly reduce costs compared to creating new environments from scratch.
For clients who wish to bring their own Unreal Engine environments, we offer a seamless integration process. Simply provide us with your pre-built environments prior to production, and our team will optimize them for use on our LED Volume. This ensures your production runs smoothly and efficiently, leveraging the full potential of virtual production technology.
Take a look at some of the marketplaces we love to utilize:
Pre-Light Day is a hands-on prep day designed to make your virtual production shoot run smoother and faster. While optional, it’s highly recommended—especially for teams new to virtual production. This day gives you a chance to get familiar with the tech, lock in your creative vision, and iron out all the logistics before the cameras roll.
Pre-Light Day.
PRE-LIGHT RUN THROUGH
System Setup + Calibration
We power up the LED Volume and dial in all technical systems—camera tracking, screen adjustments, and gear checks.
Environment Planning
Map out scene transitions, talent placement, and any dynamic set movement between virtual environments.
Lighting Setup
Fine-tune both LED and traditional lighting to match your creative direction and make sure it plays well with the environment.
Camera + Lens Tests
Collaborate with your DP to pick the best lenses and angles. Test how it all looks in real time.
Tech Rehearsals
Run through key scenes with your team to check for parallax issues, sync errors, and rendering hiccups.
Logistics + Scheduling
Build a detailed plan for shoot day—down to transitions and prop swaps—to keep the production moving.
Staging + Blocking
Set up props and prep multiple environments ahead of time to reduce downtime on production day.
Final Polish
Tweak anything based on rehearsal feedback. Lock in the visuals, timing, and logistics.
DAY RATE
$6,000
Lighting, Grip + Electric Day Rates.
Need to light your scene or build your rig? We’ve got you covered. From Aputure and Hudson Spider lights to full grip kits, hazers, and crew, our G&E inventory is built for flexibility and speed on set. Rent à la carte or bundle gear together to save. Everything’s in-house and studio-ready, so you can keep your production streamlined.
LIGHTING
Aputure 1200d (x2)…………………………………$170
Aputure 10” Fresnel Lens (x3)……………….$11
Aputure 6" Fresnel Lens………………………..$6
Aputure 600d……………………………………………$95
Aputure 600x……………………………………………$95
Aputure 300x………………………………………….…$50
Aputure Nova p300………………….…………….$85
Aputure MC4 4-Light Lit……….………….…$25
Aputure Spotlight………………………………..…$13
Dedolight DPB70 “Big Light” ……… $700
2’x2’ Reflectors 1-4
1’x1’ Reflectors 1-4
4”x5” Reflectors 1-4
1”x3” Reflectors 1-4
Aputure Softbox…………………………….……….….$11
Aputure Lantern…………………………….………..….$5
Hudson Spider Stealth Kit (x2)…….……$283
Litemat Spectrum 2L………….…………………$147
Litemat+ 2L BiColor…….…………………………$162
Digital Sputnick DS-1………………….…………$175
Quasar Rainbow 4' (x10)………………………..$50
Hazer…………………………………………………………….$30
Handheld Haze……………………………………..…$30
CREW
Key Grip………………………………………….………..$850
Gaffer…………………………………………….………….$850
GRIP
1-Ton Package…………………..……………………$600
40” C Stands, 20” C Stands, Baby Rollers, Low Boys, Mombo, Combo Wheel Set, A-Clamp, Hi-Hats, Shot Bags, Apple Boxes, Stingers, Floppys, Nets Silk. Click here for more detailed list.
POWER
Generator…………….…………………..…………………$50
Bundle and save! Get discounts when you rent multiple pieces of camera equipment, lighting, and other gear together.
Camera + Gear Day Rates.
Get everything you need to roll. From the ARRI Mini LF to wireless systems, lenses, matte boxes, camera support, and even our Bolt Jr+ cinema robot — we’ve got your gear list covered. All equipment is studio-ready, tested, and available for both in-studio and on-location shoots.
ARRI PACKAGE
Studio $1,200 | On Location $1,700
ARRI MINI LF
ARRI MVF-2
ARRI LPL-PL Mount
CODEX 1tb Compact Drive (x2)
CODEX Compact Drive Reader
AC Power Supply
A-Box
Pair of 6" + 10" 19mm rails
ARRI LF Cage
ARRI Top plate, ARRI top handle, two handle extensions, ARRI mini dovetail, ARRI Compact Bridge Plate (19mm rails/safety dovetail clamp), ARRI Viewfinder bracket, Ratworks dumb side plate, ARRI RAB-1 Clamp BEBOB, Power Distribution box
Bundle and save! Get discounts when you rent multiple pieces of camera equipment, lighting, and other gear together.
SUPPORT
Easyrig Vario 5 + Serene Flowcine…………..$150
Miller Tripod…….………………………………………….…….$50
Steadicam Zepher Camera Stabilizer with 7" HD Monitor……………………………………………………..$250
WIRELESS
Wireless Kit………….……………………………………………$150
Teradek Bolt 500 System
1 Transmitter
2 Receivers
1 Small HD 703
Integrated Receiver
CAMERA
Ear-Tech Production Comms………………….…$100
Teleprompter 24”…………………………………….…….$200
Tripod O’Connor 1040………………..…….…….……$200
Nu.Tron - Camera Jib/Dolly/Stabilizer……$300
IN-HOUSE LENSES
Sigma Cine Lens Set: 14, 24, 35, 50, 85, 105, 135………………………………………………….$300
ARRI Signature Primes: 18, 25, 35, 47, 75, 125…………………………………………………..$200/lens
MONITORS
Included with Studio Rental
24" 4k Monitor - Director
3 Client Monitors - Client
70" OLED Studio TV
2 Hollyland Cosmo c1
MATTE BOX
Matte Box Kit……………………………………….$150
Bright Tangerine Misfit Atom Pola + Kit
Bright Tangerine Top Flag
95mm Adapter Donut
110mm Adapter Donut
NISI IRND .06
NISI IRND 1.2
NISI IRND 1.8
Schneider True-Pol 138mm
Tiffen Glimmerglass 1/4, 1/8
FOLLOW FOCUS
Follow Focus Kit……………………….…………$150
Tilta Nucleus-M Wireless Lens
Control System
SmallHD 503 Monitor
CINEMA ROBOT
High-Speed Bolt Jr+ Cinebot
Cinebot Tech