Production Resources

New York State is home to one of the largest and most experienced pools of talent and film crews anywhere in the country. With Ulster County’s proximity to New York, many experienced industry professionals call Ulster County home. Long-term efforts by the Hudson Valley Film Commission and the Woodstock Film Festival form the backbone for a thriving network of production, post-production resources and supporting services, such as set designers, art directors, construction specialists, carpenters, caterers and landscapers.

Use the below to learn more about local production resources and businesses. Select from Pre-Production, to Post- Production Resources or utilize the Keyword Search.

Still Photography


Abbot Genser
Still Photography
Member Local 600 IATSE. Selected Credits: Shame, Across the Universe, Ghost Dog, The Sopranos, Boardwalk Empire.
Andrea MacScott Photography
Still Photography
Still photographer. Portrait photographer on location
Art for Living
Art Directors & Production Designers, Costume Design/Wardrobe, Props/Set Scenery, Still Photography
I design and build props, masks, hats, and costumes. I have been creating them for the Sinterklaas Parade for the last five years. They are not all shown on my website but you can get an idea of my aesthetic. I also provide and curate art for walls. - costume and wardrobe services - custom hats, masks, and character makeup - I am a freelance curator and have connections with lots of local artists - I have a lot of resources for props of all kinds, including modifying them for specific purposes.
Capone Productions
Animation & FX, Audio Post-Production, Editing Services, EPK Companies, Music/Sound Composition, Arranging, Audio Services, Music Supervision & Clearance, Film Research, Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Storyboards, Equipment, Sales/Rentals, Lighting, Producers, Production Assistants, Production Coordinators, Production Services, Props/Set Scenery, Still Photography, Writers
Capone Productions offers full-service video production from concept through delivery. We specialize in documentaries, corporate videos, music videos, branding videos, EPK's, and social media content. We can also provide specific support at any stage of production or post-production. We have a full location sound package and vastly experienced operators. We have a full camera package including lights and gimbal as well as operators experienced in both verite style documentary shoots and staged shoots. Capone Productions also brings over 20 years of post-production experience to your project. We offer post-production supervision, offline and online editing, compositing, FX, and title design. Via our music studio: Hell's Kitchen Recording, we also offer audio services such as audio mix, VO record, and even music composition or recording.
Carl Cox Studios
Still Photography
Full-service still photographer with 35 years experience.
Carol Seitz
Still Photography
Select credits: Silicon Summits (1 & 2) for NBC, Hardball with Chris Matthews
Cedar Hill Photography
Hair & Make Up, Still Photography
Cedar Hill Photography, located in New York's picturesque Hudson Valley, captures those special moments in life that otherwise vanish with the blink of an eye. Professional makeup services available as well.
Christina Sellers
Producers, Still Photography
DIRECTOR/PRODUCER 2008-2010, 2015-2018 DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY (DP) /CAMERA OPERATOR 2010-2015 DIRECTOR/PRODUCER 2008-2010, 2015-2018 ● Solely run a crew of 8-20 people, including on-camera talent, and any guest talent. ● Adapt to any, and often, fluctuation in game plan and schedule to meet the needs of cast, crew, destination, weather, etc. Holding true to story, adjusting any unforeseen obstacles and adjusting to make it work for the same end product. ● In charge of all production matters such as planning, scheduling, budgeting, and hiring key personnel. ● Keep track of story, direct cameras, crew and on-camera talent. ● Organize and implement all aspects of set preparation and crew needs. ● Coach talent to the specific needs of the show. ● Ensure on-camera talent has full knowledge of what the show needs from them as well as making sure they feel as comfortable, relaxed, and deliver what is needed on screen. ● Communicate with Execute Producer on a daily basis to maintain the best quality show we can deliver. ● I’ve worked in a variety of shows including reality, crime, food, and build shows. DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY (DP) /CAMERA OPERATOR 2010-2015 • As head of the camera department, I make sure we are technically and visually telling the story as needed for each specific show. • Working side by side with the Director/Producer to ensure seamless communication with my team to get the best quality product. • Hold myself accountable for all aspects of filming, including understanding and following story. EXPERIENCE • Cheap Eats, Cooking Channel (Seasons 2 and 3) — Director. 2016 – 2017 • Cheap Eats, Cooking Channel (Season 1) — Director of Photography. 2016 – 2017 • Live the Stream, Nomadic – Feature length film. 2016 • Lost and Found, Discovery – Camera. 2015 • American Icons, Discovery – DP. 2015 • Lachey’s Bar, A&E – Camera. 2014 – 2015 • Blood, Sweat, and Heals, Bravo – Camera 2014 • Love Prison, A&E – Camera 2014 • Secret Life of Fabulous, Logo – Camera 2014 • Hotel Impossible, Travel Channel (Seasons 2, 3 and 4) – Camera 2012 – 2014 • Hotel Impossible: Undercover, Travel Channel – Camera 2014 • AMA Awards, Yahoo! – Camera 2014 • Shop this Room, HGTV – Camera 2012 • NY Nannies, Pilot – DP 2012 • Runway Lu, Pilot, VH1 – DP 2012 • Quiero Mi Quince, MTV – Camera 2012 • Unfaithful: Stories of Betrayal, OWN – DP 2012 • Alaska State Troopers, National Geographic Channel – DP 2012 • Deadly Sins, Discovery – DP 2012 • Ultimate Home Builders, HGTV – DP 2012 • Goldfathers, National Geographic Channel – Camera 2011 – 2012 • American Greed, CNBC – DP 2011 • Twist of Fate, Weather Channel – DP 2011 • Extreme Forensics, Discovery – Field Producer 2011 • American Eats, TLC – Unit Production Manager 2010 • How Big Can It Get, National Geographic Wild – Field Producer 2010 • Hungry Truckers, Discovery – Field Producer 2010 • Seized and Sold: The Madoff Auction, National Geographic Channel – Field Producer 2010 • Best Food Ever, TLC – Unit Production Manager – 2009-2010 • Weird, True & Freaky (Seasons 1 and 2), Animal Planet – 2009 • Man Vs. Fish, Discovery – 2009 • Killer Aliens, Animal Planet – 2009
Deep Tanks, Inc.
Casting, Location Services, Soundstages, Other Pre-Production, Production Services, Still Photography
DEEP TANKS STUDIO is a 3000sqft space located in Kingston NY. The studio is available to rent for photography/video production/events/meetings. We have free grip equipment and seamless paper. Two restrooms with shower. Parking for 10 cars and 2 RVs For rates and bookings please contact us at 917 597 5175 or 845 443.9071.
Digital Realm
Aerial Photography, Aerial Photography: Drones, Editing Services, Marketing, EPK Companies, Producers, Still Photography, Writers
Digital Realm Agency is an independent creative digital marketing and videography company in the heart of Kingston. We offer a variety of services that centers around content creation, digital marketing, and videography. We give your digital presence the attention it craves. Check out our website, and reach out.
Dion Ogust
Still Photography
Visual artist with a wealth of experience in animation, film, and photography. Sought-after freelance photographer and photojournalist. Branching out into the multimedia world, Ogust creates commissioned video pieces for artists, individuals and families. Her lens extends to entertainment and education as well. Her award-winning photography has appeared in international and regional publications -- including The New York Times, Time Magazine, Acoustic Guitar, Hudson Valley Magazine, House and the Woodstock Times
Firehouse Road, LLC
Aerial Photography, Aerial Photography: Drones, Editing Services, Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Still Photography
Chris Ramirez owner of Firehouse Road, LLC is a photographer and cinematographer with 28 years of professional experience, including 15 years for The New York Times, where he shot more than 2,000 assignments. Chris is an FAA licensed Remote (drone), Pilot with waivers to fly at night.
Franco Vogt Photography
Still Photography
APA/NY Member
Gerald Berliner Photography
Aerial Photography, Animation & FX, Aerial Photography: Drones, Audio Post-Production, Editing Services, Art Directors & Production Designers, Music/Sound Composition, Arranging, Still Photography
Award-wining photographer/videographer based in Ellenville, New York. Covering all aspects of ground based and aerial video and still photography. Clients include, Mohonk Preserve, Open Space Institute, Franklin D. Roosevelt Hyde Park Foundation and Scenic Hudson. Full post-production editing services available with Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects
Graphic Spectrums, Inc.
Art Directors & Production Designers, Props/Set Scenery, Still Photography
All films seem to need graphic design and their resulting products. We can with the production designer and graphics team in creating these items that we always see in films in accordance to fit the genre, period and style of the production. Some examples might be: street/store signage, street posters, office documents, restaurant menus, newspaper layouts, product/box packaging, book jackets, computer monitor content/website pages, etc. In most cases we can supply the finished product in the necessary quantities, or we can supply the art file to the design department for final output.
Johnny Studios
Audio Post-Production, Computer Services, Editing Services, Marketing, Audio Services, Camera Assistants, Film Research, Camera Rigs & Mounts: Dollies, Jibs, Generators, Etc., Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Lighting, Production Assistants, Production Services, Still Photography, Video Engineers
Event Production, Film and edit Concerts, Musicals, and other theatrical events.
Mike Nelson Productions
Aerial Photography: Drones, Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Still Photography
Drone video services, videography services, and photography services
Nostrand Productions
Aerial Photography, Aerial Photography: Drones, Audio Post-Production, Casting, Editing Services, Art Directors & Production Designers, Marketing, Assistant Directors, Audio Services, Music Supervision & Clearance, Camera Assistants, Film Research, Transcript Services, Camera Rigs & Mounts: Dollies, Jibs, Generators, Etc., Location Services, Other Post-Production, Picture Cars, Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Costume Design/Wardrobe, Storyboards, Equipment, Sales/Rentals, Other Pre-Production, Grip & Electric Dept., Hair & Make Up, Lighting, Producers, Production Assistants, Production Coordinators, Production Services, Props/Set Scenery, Script Supervisor, Steadicam Owner/Operators, Still Photography, Unit Production Managers, Writers, Other Production
Nostrand Productions is an award-winning digital film and video production company based in Kingston, New York. Nestled upstate within New York’s Hudson Valley, we offer full-service production packages to guide your project or campaign from concept to completion.
Patchface Productions
Aerial Photography: Drones, Casting, Art Directors & Production Designers, Assistant Directors, Audio Services, Camera Assistants, Film Research, Camera Rigs & Mounts: Dollies, Jibs, Generators, Etc., Location Services, Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Costume Design/Wardrobe, Storyboards, Other Pre-Production, Grip & Electric Dept., Hair & Make Up, Lighting, Producers, Production Assistants, Production Coordinators, Production Services, Props/Set Scenery, Script Supervisor, Steadicam Owner/Operators, Still Photography, Unit Production Managers, Writers
We specialize in writing and development, all aspects of pre-production and production. Can work with any scale of production and budget. Narrative, documentary and commercial projects are all welcome.
Reservoir Studio
Still Photography
Photographer with 2,700 sq ft studio in Ellenville, New York. Experience with still life as well as behind the scenes. Studio can be rented seperately as a staging space with access to hair and makeup station and photo and video equipment.
Scott Barfield Photography
Aerial Photography: Drones, Still Photography
FAA UAS Licensed drone pilot. Videographer and photographer with over 16 years of experience as the owner/operator of Scott Barfield Photography. I Specialize in photo/video and telling stories through light.
Sinisa Kukic
Camera Assistants, Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Equipment, Sales/Rentals, Still Photography, Other Production
Cinematographer, Camera Operator, Assistant Camera, Photographer Equipment Available Sony FS7 4K Camera Package Sony A7R2 4K Camera Package Arri SR 2 S16mm Camera Package Sony 18-110mm E F4 Zoom Veydra Mini Prime Set T2.2 E Mount Zeiss 11-110mm PL T2.2 S16/2K Zoom Fujinon 18-55mm T2.9 E Mount Fujinon 50-135mm T2.9 E Mount Canon 17-55mm EF IS F2.8 Zoom Canon 24-105 EF IS F4 Zoom Canon 70-200 EF IS F4 Zoom Sony E 55mm F1.8 Sony E 35mm F1.4 Sony E 85mm F1.4 Ronin M Kit Handheld Rig Sachtler 100mm Head & Tripod 100mm Hi Hat 15mm Follow Focus Chrosziel 4x4 Mattebox 4x4 Filter Kit SmallHD 502 Monitor SmallHD 702 Monitor w/ Directors Cage Paralinx Wireless HD Video Transmitter/Reciever Lighting Kit Sound Kit
Slow Films
Audio Post-Production, Editing Services, Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Still Photography
Capable of creating video content through final edit. Editorial and commercial stills as well.
Sort of Satisfactory LLC
Accounting, Completion Guarantees, Insurance, Audio Post-Production, Casting, Editing Services, Music/Sound Composition, Arranging, Film Research, Location Services, Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Storyboards, Equipment, Sales/Rentals, Producers, Production Coordinators, Production Services, Steadicam Owner/Operators, Still Photography, Writers
Sort of Satisfactory is an independent creative studio based in upstate New York. Founded by two generalists, S.O.S operates as a nimble and cost-effective solution for forward-thinking brands and agencies that seek enduring creative partnerships. With integrated production abilities and a small core team, S.O.S has the flexibility to scale as needed, bridging the gap between agency sensibilities and production company services. In all of our work we identify key talent from our global network, bringing them on to match the scope of any project that comes our way - that is, if we can't already do it ourselves. At S.O.S we operate with a "we-not-me" mentality positioning ourselves as true collaborators. Taking all project targets into consideration, we develop content that is both visually stunning and impactful. As creators, we take a production-minded approach ensuring that projects are completed on time and on budget. Founders, Mik Cooper and Michael Clarke, bring over a decade of experience in the Film and Advertising industry with Mik working primarily as a Producer and Michael working as both a Director and Commercial Photographer. Select clients between them include: ADP, AstraZeneca, Bridgestone, Canon, Champion, Citi, Enterprise, Equinox, Facebook, Google, Lincoln Motor Company, New Balance, Nike, Outdoor Voices, Patagonia, Under Armour, Samsung, The New York Times, Toyota, Tumi, UnitedHealthcare, Walmart, Vogue, Vrbo and many more. We tackle projects of all shapes and sizes. We also own a Sony Venice 2 Package which we subrent in the Hudson Valley.
Kimberly Sauer
Aerial Photography: Drones, Camera Assistants, Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Production Assistants, Still Photography
Award-winning documentary photographer, camera assistant, digital utility, FAA Part 107-licensed aerial cinematographer and camera operator.
Tully Productions
Cinematographers/Directors Of Photography, Other Pre-Production, Producers, Production, Still Photography
My editorial assignments brought me to the attention of design firms and corporations and I began to shoot commercial work. I have gone on assignment in over 62 countries (including over a dozen around-the-world shoots) for many of the top global Fortune 500 companies, advertising agencies, NGOs and design firms. At present my work is split between shooting commercial photography assignments and producing/directing content for TV, NPOs, and corporate clients.