Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Film & Video Equipment Rentals
At Location Lighting, we are dedicated to empowering your creative vision through comprehensive equipment solutions. With a nationwide presence across the Midwest and East Coast, our company offers an extensive inventory of cameras, lighting, grip equipment, and production tools from industry-leading brands. Our team of over 40 certified technicians and rental specialists ensures seamless access to cutting-edge technology, including cinema cameras from Arri and Red, lighting systems from Aputure, and audio gear from Sound Devices. We prioritize flexibility by maintaining partnerships with national rental networks to fulfill unique requests and guarantee availability.Backed by decades of industry experience through acquisitions of established companies like Cinequipt and Charmcine, we combine technical expertise with personalized support to streamline production workflows. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in continuous staff training and rapid adoption of emerging technologies, ensuring clients receive equipment that meets evolving industry standards. With seven strategically located facilities offering on-site studios and logistics support, we serve as a one-stop resource for filmmakers, photographers, and production teams of all scales.
Services
Cameras
Lighting
Grip Trucks
Audio Equipment
Rental Studios
Highlights and features
- We maintain a nationwide network of rental partners to fulfill any equipment request.
- Our technicians receive ongoing training on the latest cinema and production technologies.
- We offer same-day access to 50+ camera and lighting systems from top industry brands.
- Our seven locations provide localized support with same-day delivery options.
- We combine 50+ years of industry experience through our acquired legacy companies.
Services
Camera Rentals
We offer premium cinema camera rentals including Arri Alexa 35, Canon EOS R5C, and Red Komodo systems. Our inventory features both established workhorses and newly released models with full technical support. Clients benefit from preconfigured kits that include necessary accessories and on-site expert guidance.
Lighting Equipment
Our lighting solutions feature Aputure, Arri, and Mole Richardson systems ranging from compact LED panels to 18K HMI units. We provide complete lighting packages with modifiers, stands, and power distribution. Technicians assist with rigging plans and on-set troubleshooting to ensure optimal illumination.
Grip Trucks
We deploy fully equipped grip trucks containing industry-standard tools like Matthews and Chrosziel stands, flags, and diffusion materials. Vehicles are stocked with C-stands, sandbags, and rigging hardware. Delivery includes setup assistance and safety equipment for efficient production workflows.
Audio Rentals
Our audio inventory includes Sound Devices mixers, Sennheiser wireless systems, and Schoeps microphones. We offer complete sound packages for field recording and studio work. Technicians provide pre-rental testing and operational guidance for broadcast-quality audio capture.
Rental Studios
We operate climate-controlled studios in Minneapolis with cyc walls, grid systems, and production amenities. Facilities include Cinequipt Studio North with 3,000 sq ft and Studio South with 4,500 sq ft of space. Both locations offer on-site equipment access and support services.
Questions
What camera systems do you rent?
We rent Arri Alexa, Canon Cinema, Red Komodo, and Sony Venice systems with full sensor and lens compatibility.
Do you deliver equipment to production locations?
Yes, we offer same-day delivery within 50 miles of our seven regional facilities using climate-controlled trucks.
Can I rent lighting and grip equipment together?
Our grip trucks include complete lighting packages with stands, modifiers, and power distribution systems.
Are technicians available for equipment support?
Our certified technicians provide on-site setup assistance and 24/7 emergency support for all rentals.
Do you rent studio spaces for photo/video shoots?
We operate two Minneapolis studios with cyc walls, grid systems, and production amenities for day rentals.
Reviews (3)
Dan Philipp
Jun 05, 2021
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My experience with Location Lighting/Red Star was superb. I only rented a small hamper full of grip equipment, but it was all in excellent working condition and was delivered to our hotel at the airport on a Sunday. Allison and Tony made sure that everything was delivered without a snag and made me look like a Celebrity Gaffer to my customers. In a word; Seamless. I Can't wait to use this shop again.
Amy Venkus
Jun 01, 2021
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Red Star Pictures helped us with our green screen needs for filming a "COVID" socially distanced musical. They delivered everything right on time with everything we needed. The materials were top notch and worked perfectly for our production. I would recommend this company to anyone, thank you so much!
Dave Winston
Nov 04, 2020
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Red Star has the most comprehensive grip and lighting in the Delaware Valley but I use them because they have an incredibly experienced, knowledgeable, and responsive staff. Their customer service is the best.
