We work both directly with clients and through agencies to create original video content. We often operate as the production company by hiring crew, supplying cameras, lenses, lighting, and editing footage or handing off to a post-production team. We also work on set as directors, DPs, and robot operators for other production companies and agencies.

We have premium 6K+ cinema cameras, lenses, lights, modifiers, G&E, and camera support available in-house. A full list of gear is available here: https://www.illuxion.video/camera

Of course! We love being on set—even if we are not the production company. We contract out as directors, DPs, camera operators, and robot operators.

We have friends in every department of production and post. We’re happy to help you crew up the right team for any gig. Our Rolodex includes: Producers, Directors, Assistant Directors, Directors of Photography, Camera Operators, Assistant Camera Operators, Gaffers, Grips, G&E, Sound, Teleprompters, Media Managers, Hair and Makeup Artists, Wardrobe Artists, Food Stylists, Art Department, Props Department, Production Assistants, Editors, Sound Designers, Musicians, Visual Effects Artists (2D/3D), Colorists, Drone Pilots, Craft Services, and a Partridge in a Pear Tree.

Yes, we understand many video projects require work across the country and world. We will travel for most video production jobs. Depending on the requirements of the job we'll either travel with our own camera gear, rent locally, or do a combo of both. The same goes for crew. We may hire locally or bring crew members depending on what is most efficient and cost-effective.

No, Illuxion is an independent company and does not hold union status of any kind.

Yes. We’re fully insured for gear, liability, and crew. COIs available upon request.

A standard studio rental day is 10 hours.

Weekend studio reservations are billed at normal rate. Each hour of overtime (after 10 hours) is billed at $150/hr. Call times before 7am will incur an additional $150 fee for early access.

Your deposit is fully refundable up to 48 hours prior to the start of the shoot and 50% refundable up to 24 hours of the shoot. Studio rentals cancelled within 24 hours of the scheduled start time are not considered refundable.

We provide a basic G&E package standard with every rental. The grid hangs 15' above the floor. There are six 4-plug electrical outlets above the grid, each with their own dedicated 20-amp circuit. We have 3 phase power with cam locks. Additional G&E is available for rent a la carte. Click here to view our lights available for rent.

Yes, we will paint the cyc any color you need, such as chroma green. Our wall and floor are normally white. We're happy to touch up the white floor at no charge with 48 hours notice before the start of your rental. If you need to paint a section of the cyc wall, it is billed at $2/sq ft. Example: 10'H x 20'W = $400 If you need to paint the entire cyc wall and floor, it is billed at $2,500.

Yes, we're happy to put a soft hold on dates for you. If someone wants to challenge the hold we will contact you for first right of refusal to book or release the dates.

Cyc lights are included with a studio rental. The cyc wall is pre-lit with eight 2'x1' Luxli Taiko RGBWW light panels. They are intuitively controlled through the Luxli app on our provided iPad and have dozens of pre-programmed effects.

The wifi speed throughout the studio is 350+ Mbps upload and download. We have ethernet connection points in the studio itself and in the color/DIT room for maxium reliability during live streams.

Yes, the studio is all one floor with no stairs.

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Yes, we have multiple folding tables and over a dozen chairs available for you to use as needed.

Yes, we keep the primary fridge stocked with all varieties of sparking waters and a limited selection of sodas for clients to enjoy. There is also a coffee maker and a water cooler.

Absolutely. We’ll walk you through everything from concept to execution. No prior experience required—just bring your creative vision and we'll provide our technical expertise.

Motion control allows you to create precise, repeatable, and high-speed camera movements using a robotic arm. It’s perfect for VFX, time-lapse, slow motion, product shots, or really any kind of shot—unlocking complex cinematography that’s impossible by hand. Its beautiful, smooth, multi-axis movement makes the resulting footage look like 3D.

Dolores starts at $7,000/day for commercial production. Please inquire about indie projects That includes: 1. The robot 2. Two experienced robot operators 3. A computer running MP Studio 4. A FIZ system to control lenses 5. All standard cables and connections for RED, Arri, and Phantom There are additional fees for our RED Raptor VV camera, lenses, turntable, rigging, and travel expenses if they are required.

KIRA reaches speeds of up to 4 meters per second on pedestal or 7 meters per second on track. This allows for dramatic high-speed camera motion that pairs perfectly with ultra slow-motion footage.

Yes, we have 6 meters (20 feet) of motorized track to accomplish much larger moves. The track is billed out per meter (1m sections), requires at least 3m of track, and requires additional setup time. If using track, plan for a robot prep day on location to get the track built and the robot tested.

We use the Motorized Precision KIRA (a KUKA robot), a 6-axis manufacturing robot running MPStudio software that adapts it for filmmaking applications. It has a 6'7" reach, 35lb camera payload, and moves with sub-millimeter accuracy.

Upon arrival, setup typically takes 60-90 minutes to get Dolores ready for action. The setup time will increase if we need to buildout a camera or map lenses that we do not own.

Simple moves with a static target can be programed in seconds or minutes. Complex sequences may take 30-60 minutes. For very complex, precise sequences we'll typically create the move during a prep day.

Yes, Dolores is mobile and can be deployed at most locations. She requires 3 phase power with cam-locks or a tow plant generator to be present on site. We will work with G&E to take care of the power requirements. We transport Dolores in an enclosed trailer.

Yes. The robot is on a powered wheeled base and can be moved between setups on flat surfaces in under 10 minutes.

Any professional camera can be used and most small to medium-sized lenses with geared focus and aperture rings work best. We typically shoot with RED, ARRI, Freefly, and Phantom cameras. We typically shoot under 50mm on the lens' focal length. We technically shoot with any camera, but we need to build a secure cage, and other brands such as Canon, Sony, and Blackmagic lack integration with MPStudio, meaning the software cannot control camera settings, playback, run/stop, etc.

Dolores requires 3 Phase 480V or 240V with cam-locks. If the location lacks 3-phase house power, we can use a generator or a 3-phase battery system with sufficient notice.

Yes. Level ground is essential for safety and accuracy. We can shim or platform if needed.

We use MP Studio, Motorized Precision’s control software built for filmmakers. It offers keyframe-based programming, timeline editing, and camera/lens integration. Our system includes FIZ motors to control focus, iris, and zoom for precise, repeatable lens adjustments throughout a shot.

Yes. We provide a GLB of the robot (scene data) and cartesian coordinate data (scene and and other motion data formats for use in VFX, 3D animation, or post-production workflows.

Yes. Dolores streams real-time camera tracking data to Unreal Engine for virtual production and LED wall shoots—no Mo-Sys or third-party tracker needed.