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LC1 Studios

1,600 Sq Ft Video and Photo Studio for Rent in Salinas

Book a 1,600 sq ft video and photo studio in Salinas and spend your shoot day creating, not hunting for a location. LC1 Studios gives photographers, filmmakers and brands a controlled space with lighting and backdrops ready to go, and our crew is available when you want an extra set of hands. Because the space is yours for the whole booking, you control the schedule, the setup and the pace of the day, whether you are shooting one portrait or a full production.

Who is studio rental for?

  • Photographers who need a clean studio for portraits, products or fashion
  • Filmmakers and video crews shooting interviews, music videos or short films
  • Brands and marketing teams producing product content and social campaigns
  • Content creators who want better light than a spare room can give them

What do you get with studio rental?

1,600 square feet of open space

Room for sets, gear carts and a full crew, with space to move lights around your subject and keep talent, wardrobe and gear in separate areas. [CONFIRM: studio dimensions and ceiling height] [CONFIRM: floor plan photo]

Lighting and backdrops

Studio lighting and backdrops are on hand, so you can arrive with a camera and start shooting instead of hauling a full lighting kit across town. [CONFIRM: lighting package and backdrop colors available]

Power and load-in

Plan your setup with confidence knowing how the space is powered and how gear comes in. [CONFIRM: available power circuits] [CONFIRM: loading access and parking for gear vans]

Crew on request

Add an LC1 camera operator, lighting tech or editor to your booking when you want production help beyond the room itself. [CONFIRM: crew roles available as an add-on]

How does studio rental work?

  1. 1. Check availability

    Send us your preferred date, how long you need the space and what you plan to shoot, including the size of your crew and any special gear. The more we know, the smoother your day runs.

  2. 2. Confirm your booking

    We confirm the date, the gear you need and any crew add-ons, and send the booking details.

  3. 3. Shoot in the studio

    Arrive at 365 Victor St in Salinas, load in, and use the space for your whole booking. Leave it as you found it and your shoot is done.

What clients say

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Both. Short bookings suit a quick headshot or product session, and full-day bookings suit larger productions. [CONFIRM: minimum booking length and full-day hours]

Your booking includes use of the 1,600 sq ft space along with the studio's lighting and backdrops. [CONFIRM: exact gear included versus extra]

No. You can bring your own team and run your shoot yourself. LC1 crew is an optional add-on when you want help with camera, lighting or editing.

Contact us with your date, booking length and project type. We check the calendar, answer your questions and confirm the reservation with you directly. [CONFIRM: deposit or cancellation policy]

Yes. The studio accepts visitors at 365 Victor St in Salinas, so you can walk the space and plan your setup before your shoot day. [CONFIRM: walkthroughs offered before booking]

Yes. Bring whatever equipment your shoot needs, and use it alongside or instead of the studio's own lighting and backdrops.

Portraits, headshots, product photography, interviews, music videos, fashion and social content all fit well. If you are unsure whether your idea works, send us a description and we will talk it through.

Yes. The space is set up for both, so you can film an interview in the morning and shoot product stills in the afternoon without changing locations or rebuilding your lighting from scratch.

Which areas do you serve?

Salinas, Monterey, Seaside, Marina, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Pacific Grove, Watsonville, Santa Cruz, Hollister, Gilroy, Soledad, Greenfield, King City.

Also filming in Monterey, Carmel and Seaside? See our Monterey video production page.

Ready to start your project?