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Packages

Prestige Reel

State-of-the-art cinema cameras, lighting, and sound equipment
Comfortable green room with light refreshments
Wide selection of props to enhance your scenes
Effortless booking process
Convenient city and suburban locations
Fast, professional editing with a 1-week turnaround guarantee
Flexible weekday and weekend scheduling
Fully developed scripts with 1–2 minute scenes
Behind-the-scenes footage and frame stills included

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Frequently asked questions

What is a demo reel?

A demo reel is a short video (usually 1–2 minutes) that showcases your acting range, personality, and on-camera presence. It’s your visual résumé for casting directors and agents.

How long does it take to get my finished reel?

Editing turnaround is typically within one week, guaranteed.

What do I wear or bring to the shoot?

We’ll provide wardrobe and prop guidance before your session to help you look your best on camera.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express), PayPal, and other secure payment methods. All transactions are encrypted for your safety.

Do you offer behind-the-scenes footage or stills?

Yes — every session includes optional BTS content perfect for your social media or portfolio.

What if I’ve never filmed before?

No problem — our team guides you through everything, from performance direction to camera comfort.

Herbert Staten Jr.

Director of Marketing/Cinematographer/Gaffer

Chicago native Herbert Staten Jr. draws inspiration from filmmakers like Alfred Hitchcock, Emmanuel Lubezki, John Toll, and Tonino Delli Colli, learning to turn even the simplest objects into visually rich stories. Combining lessons from classic films with cinematography seminars, Herb excels at highlighting the small details audiences often overlook, revealing the bigger picture in every story.
Throughout his career, he has directed and filmed music videos for emerging artists, collaborated with local directors, and, through his production company ScalesOffMedia, served as director of photography and cinematographer for the web series The Natural. Early participation in film competitions sharpened his ability to create stunning visuals under tight deadlines and strengthened his teamwork skills.
Herb’s passion lies in guiding viewers to see the world through a fresh visual perspective—a driving force behind his continuing work in cinematography.sually