Have you ever felt the pressure of an impending deadline? Has your own livelihood ever depended on…read morethe speed and efficiency of someone you don't even know? If you are ever in this bind again and your impossible mission has something to do with Media duplication, replication, authoring or even getting your demo reel edited and posted online for that next big audition, then pull yourself together and contact the folks at Lightning Media. When I say they do it all, I mean it. They are a true full service facility that can handle damn near any post-production or multi-media need. In almost five years of utilizing their services I have NEVER been done wrong. And trust me; I've given them ample opportunity to mess things up. So on Friday my boss calls me at the end of the day and tells me to get a project dubbed on DVD...what me worry? Then he calls back just a bit later and tells me to "make it 100 copies and make sure you get them delivered by Tuesday, I'll send you a list of recipients" OK, by this time it's 6pm. That means I got til 4:30pm Monday to pick up a finished product and stuff who knows how many FED EX envelopes and make the East Coast deadline by 6pm. I was seriously looking at my phone sideways as he's telling me all this. Of course, I'll need to put custom artwork on the DVD's, and of course the person with the artwork needs to re-format it first. Naturally, I have a crazed look in my eye as I head out the door with product minus artwork. I walk into Lightning Media and they're packed (was there any doubt at this point?). I explain my mission to the young lady and then tell her I absolutely need it completed by Monday afternoon no if's and's or but's. She doesn't even flinch and then has me fill in the info on the work order. When she asks me if I'd like any artwork added to the DVD's I answer "yes, but I don't have it yet." Like a zen warrior she picks up a phone, mumbles something and then asks if I can have it by tonight... "of course" I reply. "Then it's no problem" she re-assures me. Dutifully, I verify that our artwork was emailed in by 7:15pm that evening. Later that night my phone rings at 10:52pm from a number I don't recognize. I cautiously answer, "hello". It's Lightning Media, I can come by at noon on Saturday to pick up my order. And just like that, my impossible mission is accomplished. Yes, there are cheaper facilities in town, but would you pay just a tad more for peace of mind? I would, and if my ass is on the line I want someone who scoffs at the impossibility of silly little mission's like my own.

I've worked with Lightning Media for a very long time when I was working for production companies…read moreand networks. However I really found out how cool they were when I started my own company and had to do more than one job from pre-production through post. They have always been very helpful and super fast when I needed to get jobs done in a hurry. I recommend them to anyone working in production.

As a now-former owner of a self-tape studio for 11 years, I've always been super picky about where…read moreI'd send actors to tape. The only place I ever trusted (besides my own studio) was Boone at Intrepid...because honestly, taping in the wrong hands can train-wreck a performance. Cut to recently: I finally taped there myself and validated what I already knew. Professional, relaxed, confidence-boosting, and just overall good vibes only. The space is great, parking's easy (a miracle in LA), and the tape quality? Chef's kiss. A million stars, truly. Actors, you're in the best hands here.

The woman who recorded my audition was very helpful and had good notes and the process was so easy!!read more

I came to LA Photo Team to get some headshots done and if you are ever looking to get photos taken,…read morecome here! The whole process was super easy, everything was explained clearly and the photographer I worked with was very helpful. I've never taken headshots before so I had a lot of questions but everything went very smoothly. Thanks again!

What a fantastic experience, I love the headshots my team and I were able to take at LA Photo…read moreTeam's West LA photography studio. We were able to book our appointment over the phone, quick and easy. Everyone was super helpful and nice. We got our photos for review 24 hours after our shoot. A couple of things that really stood out to me, as I was looking for a photography studio in Los Angeles a lot of results came up: I didn't feel comfortable because I didn't see any past work or studio I could visit. It was more so freelancers. The experience at LA Photo Team was amazing, I was able to park and get in and out of the building quickly. The quality of the photos was fantastic, we will definitely contact them again as we do headshots yearly.

What a great experience! I'm new to the industry so I needed a company that could not only film my…read moreacting but also give me advice and direction. The team at Relentless Filmworks guided me through the whole process and made me feel very comfortable the entire shoot. The results turned out amazing and I am so thankful to everyone on the Relentless Team!

Amazing company. They got my reel to me super fast, the whole crew is fun to work with. I'll be…read morecoming back again for some new scenes. Thanks guys!

I just finished doing a scene for my new demo with these guys and let me tell you it was such an…read moreAMAZING experience! From the beginning until the end they were professional, helpful and super easy to work with. From the start they really get to know you so they can write a scene that fits YOU, not some generic scene that may or may not fit you. Plus they are completely affordable, seriously. I highly recommend Build Your Reel!!

I recently got two scenes (duo and single) for a demo reel by BYR and it was a great experience!…read moreTyler and his team at BYR are truly amazing. From start to finish the process was professional, personalized and efficient. The attention to detail including sound and video quality was great. The team wrote both scenes for me and provided me with a scene partner for my duo scene. They were so fun to work with and I would 100% recommend using them for your reel!

Such a fun, collaborative, safe space to express ourselves and GET IT DONE. I gained so much from…read moremy first experience with Hot Lunch, and I can't wait to do it again! Such a great value, and I'm looking forward to my footage! Thanks guys!

Such a talented and encouraging crew. Very professional. They truly care about the work they do. A…read morefun and safe environment to play and create.

Fantastic setup. They took me in day of on a last minute booking. Studio's in a great location and…read morenicely put together with a professional setup. Staff is friendly, professional and not only provided a great read but good feedback as well. Would definitely recommend

This studio and space, located off Sunset, is ideal for a working actor. Three self tape rooms and…read moreone studio space for classes, monthly talks with industry professionals, and teachers who are committed and active in student work. I have worked with two teachers one-on-one from this studio, Selina Kaye and Philip Smithey, and have attended classes, where I have worked alongside series regulars, commercial actors, beginners. Co-founders Selina Kaye and Mary Cruz have created a space that values an actor's time and money, offering unique self-tape opportunities and strong community to work with. Scene Study classes Sunday at 12 are especially fun for actors of any level!

I can be quite picky when it comes to self tape studios, but my experience with On The Mark was…read moreperfect! Blaise is a phenomenal reader and put me at ease right away. My audition was a bit tricky and required some screaming / tricky physicality, but Blaise made me feel very comfortable and I was very happy with the final product. Could not recommend enough!

I love that I discovered this place! Takes all the stress out of my self tapes and I work so…read moreefficiently with Jesse. Seriously amazing and I feel confident with what i send to casting. If you come in prepared you will get more than your money's worth.