Here are some of the essentials to look out for while booking a studio
- SHOOTING AREA
- Most studios advertise the total area of their facility (office/reception area, storage, pantry, makeup, restrooms etc) leaving out only a fraction of the total area for the studio floor. Make sure to find out the dimensions of the studio floor.
- Important dimensions are the shooting length (Distance between the backdrop & the opposite wall / nearest obstruction) as this decides the longest focal length you can use for your shoot
- Ask about the height especially while shooting oversized objects (cars etc. as some of these shoots need special lighting considerations)
- The backdrops come in standard widths and generally, the minimum width is guaranteed in a studio but do ask for the width as very narrow spaces tend to bounce light and limits your placement of lights.
- AVAILABLE EQUIPMENT
- This greatly simplifies your logistics. A well-equipped studio means you can just walk into the studio with almost no equipment and still have everything you need for a successful shoot.
- Also do find out if the equipment & props are included in the rental package. This is one way where many studios throw up additional charges.
- Do pay a visit to the studio. Well maintained equipment means fewer surprises during your shoot
- NATURAL LIGHTING / ABILITY TO BLACKOUT
- Depending on the type of shoot you may want to use natural light.
- Product Shoots & complex lighting setups may require a dark / dimly lit area to control light & shadows
- BACKGROUNDS
- They play an important and define the amount of time you spend on post-production.
- Seamless paper is generally the most versatile so do pick a studio which offers a good range (of colours) if required for your shoot.
- Video shoots may require a green matt. Soundproofing / a silent studio is a bonus.
- ELECTRICAL POWER & BACKUP
- Very essential as you do not lose time in case of a power outage (do remember Models, MUA & other artists being part of the project are being paid by the hour.
- A UPS generally offers some sort of over/under voltage protection and eliminates abrupt power outages safeguarding equipment.
- SOUND
- While a soundproof studio is essential for video, you may be able to get a better deal with regular ones especially if you are doing a voice over & can afford retakes especially if they are situated in quiet surroundings.
- CLIMATE CONTROL / AIR CONDITIONING
- Very essential for in the tropics to have air conditioning as you can expect the temperature to be a couple of degrees higher due to the presence of multiple sources of heat such as studio lights etc.
- This also reduces the need for frequent makeup touch-ups as sweating is reduced by a great extent
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Apart from the essentials, the following may not be essential for your shoot but can greatly simplify your workflow
- PREPARATION AREA
- MAKEUP STATION
- CHANGE ROOM
- CLIENT LOUNGE
- INTERNET CONNECTION
- LOADING DOCK AND ELEVATORS
- PARKING
- NEARBY RESTAURANTS / PANTRY / FOOD Delivery