Pre-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.

Casting


Amy Poux
Casting, Talent Agents
Film Director specializing in working with young actors.
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.
Do Nothings LLC
Casting
Amy Poux is a director and producer in the Hudson Valley, NY. Poux is an award winning director, specializing in YA content, with 25 years of working with and directing young people in film and theater productions.
Heidi Eklund Casting/ Hudson Valley Casting
Casting, Unions & Guilds, Other Production
Full service Casting located in the Hudson Valley of NY. Principal & Dayplayer Casting (please check out my IMDB http://www.imdb.me/heidieklund) Commercial Casting (www.heidieklundcasting.com) Background Casting with Hudson Valley Casting (www.hudsonvalleycasting.com)
Hudson Valley Casting
Casting
Hudson Valley Casting provides both union and non-union talent for film, commercials, print, voiceover, theater and corporate events. Recent credits include The Bread Factory Part's I and II (40+ principals roles and background) Departures (local day players), Furlough (local day players), Pretenders (principals and day players), One Percent More Humid (local day players), The Miseducation of Cameron Post (background), and Mi America (principals and background). Other commercials and industrial projects cast by HVC include Angry Orchard Cider, I Love NY Tourism, Delta Airlines, Orange Regional Medical Group, ABC/Stanley Steemer PSA, and Visiting Angels, to name a few. Hudson Valley Casting also casts audiobooks for Hachette Book Group.
Kingston Courtyard
Casting, Location Services
Lodging
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.
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.
Wind Reel & Print LLC
Casting, Assistant Directors, Film Research, Other Pre-Production, Producers, Production Services, Writers, Other Production
JT is a DGA 1st AD, award winning Screenwriter, Producer and Director.
Creative Entertainment Connections
Casting, Talent Agents, Pre-Production
Creative Entertainment Connections is in search of hardworking, motivated and talented individuals with an interest in talent management who would like to become a part of our energetic team. For more information about career opportunities, please send us a cover letter and resume.
Stacey Cormier
Accounting, Completion Guarantees, Insurance, Casting, Computer Services, Assistant Directors, Extra, Film Research, Picture Cars, Storyboards, Talent Agents, Unions & Guilds, Other Pre-Production, Producers, Production Services
DGA Assistant Director