Frequently Asked Questions
Find information on our virtual production infrastructure, studio capabilities, and production logistics to help you plan your next shoot.
Virtual Production
What is virtual production?
Virtual production combines real-time digital environments on LED walls with traditional filmmaking, allowing talent, practical sets and digital worlds to exist together in camera.
Instead of imagining what will replace a green screen later, filmmakers can see the environment, lighting, reflections and perspective while they film.
The result: more creative control on set and more spaces that you can capture for your production — all without ever leaving the studio.
What is Disguise?
Disguise is the technology that helps bring our virtual environments to life on the LED volume. Working alongside Unreal Engine and camera tracking, Disguise connects the digital world to the physical stage in real time, so environments can respond naturally as the camera moves.
At One Set Studio, Disguise is one of the tools working behind the scenes, so filmmakers can stay focused on what’s happening in front of the camera.
What can we create with virtual production?
Virtual production opens up endless possibilities for storytelling by using LED volumes and real-time rendering to simulate any environment inside a single stage. You can place your talent anywhere at any moment — from sitting at King Arthur’s round table to exploring alien planets or recreating a thriving local business during peak hours, without ever setting foot in the real location or interrupting its operation.
What types of productions are possible with One Set Studio?
Commercials. Driving scenes. Music videos. Product launches. Broadcasts. Training videos. Entire new worlds.
Virtual production is especially well suited for projects that benefit from greater control over the environment. It gives filmmakers and creative teams the flexibility to build the setting around the story — whether that means recreating a real location or creating one that has never existed.
What is an LED volume and what can it do that a traditional soundstage can’t?
An LED volume is a large system of linked, high-resolution LED screens used in virtual production to display real-time 3D environments behind actors.
With an LED volume, instead of shooting against a traditional green screen and adding the world later, filmmakers can see and capture the environment on stage, including interactive lighting, reflections and perspective.
What cameras and frame rates are supported by the volume?
Our stage supports standard film and broadcast frame rates up to 60fps. To ensure seamless sync with the LED volume, cameras must feature genlock capability; a global shutter is also strongly recommended. If your camera lacks these features, we require a pre-production test with your specific body and sensor to verify compatibility. Projects requiring speeds above 60fps are supported but require additional rented hardware and sync infrastructure.
How many locations can we shoot without leaving the studio?
As many locations as you can imagine.
A city street. A canyon. Another planet. A historic period locale. Whether you want to portray an Oklahoma landscape — or a place that doesn’t exist anywhere on Earth — virtual production makes it possible.
Digital environments created in Unreal Engine can be combined with practical sets, props, vehicles and other physical elements to build a seamless, photoreal environment right on our stage.
When does virtual production make more sense than shooting on location?
Virtual production is especially valuable when the filming location is expensive, unpredictable, or difficult to access. It can reduce travel, weather delays, permitting challenges and location shifts while giving filmmakers more control over lighting, time of day and the environment. Instead of moving an entire cast and crew from site to site, each location comes to the stage.
Can we film driving scenes inside One Set Studio?
Absolutely. Our purpose-built LED volume can surround a vehicle with realistic roads, cities, highways and other environments while dynamic lighting and camera tracking help sell the movement — without the challenges of putting the production on a public road.
Our vehicle ramp and oversized garage door make it easy to bring production vehicles directly onto the stage.
What are the benefits of an LED volume for actors and crew?
An LED volume allows actors to easily envision the world they’re supposed to be in.
Instead of performing against a green screen and imagining the environment around them, actors can see the digital location, lighting and surrounding world while they perform. An LED volume can also create a more immersive experience for cast and crew — and give filmmakers more creative information while they shoot.
LED wall vs. green screen: Do we still need a green screen?
Sometimes. Virtual production doesn’t replace every green-screen or traditional VFX workflow, but it can dramatically reduce the need for them.
Because the environment appears directly on the LED volume, filmmakers can capture more of the finished visual in camera while reducing common green-screen challenges such as color spill and edge artifacts.
And when a project calls for both? Virtual production and traditional VFX can work together.
Studio & Facility
Is this the same technology used on major film and television productions?
Yes. The fundamental virtual-production methodology and technology is the same as what has been used on groundbreaking productions such as The Mandalorian.
One Set Studio brings that technology to Oklahoma with Disguise, Unreal Engine, camera tracking and a purpose-built LED volume. The technology is sophisticated. The idea is simple: you shouldn’t have to be in Los Angeles — or have a major-studio-sized budget — to be able to leverage the benefits of virtual production.
Is there a green room for talent and crew?
Yes. Our private green room gives talent and crew a comfortable place to relax, reset and prepare between takes. It can also accommodate hair, makeup, and wardrobe.
What else is available when we book the studio?
Our facility includes a kitchenette and serving area for craft services or catering, in-house tables, chairs and linens — plus catering available upon request. Our on-site food truck café can also be used for catering or extras holding.
What if we need more room?
Productions can also rent conference rooms, collaboration spaces, a living room, interview spaces and a climate-controlled covered patio with views of the downtown Oklahoma City skyline. With more than 4,000 sq. feet of rentable space available, One Set Studio provides ample production and event space in an inviting, modern facility.
Where is One Set Studio?
We’re located in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City, in the historic Automobile Alley district.
One Set Studio is minutes from downtown hotels, restaurants, entertainment venues and major highways, making it easy for cast, crew, clients and production partners to get where they need to be.
What does it mean that One Set Studio is a certified soundstage?
One Set Studio meets Oklahoma Film + Music Office requirements for a certified soundstage. For qualifying productions, that designation may open the door to additional state film incentives.
Oklahoma’s film incentive currently provides a baseline of a 20% cash rebate on qualifying expenditures, with additional opportunities to reach a maximum of a 30% cash rebate. Uplifts vary but may include a 5% uplift if filmed at a certified soundstage such as One Set Studio.
Can filming at One Set Studio qualify for stackable incentives offered by Oklahoma City?
Potentially. Productions may qualify for an additional 5%-10% cash rebate from Oklahoma City, a city incentive administered by the Oklahoma City Film & Creative Industries Office. Uplifts are based on productions meeting eligibility requirements of the program.
How big is the studio?
A purpose-built virtual production space, One Set Studio was designed from its inception to seamlessly support virtual production projects.
Our facility offers more than 4,000 square feet of rentable space and the studio includes a 40’ x 13’ LED wall, a 9.8’ x 9.8’ articulating LED ceiling and a 13’ x 16’ LED floor.
Need more details? Our Tech Sheet includes the full studio specs and capabilities.
Is parking available?
Yes. One Set Studio offers a centralized downtown location plus plenty of dedicated on-site parking for cast, crew and production vehicles.
Rentals & Services
How much production support do you offer?
One Set Studio offers as much production support as your particular project needs.
You can bring your own team and rent the space, or partner with One Set Studio for crew, virtual-production services, technical support and equipment. We can build a studio package around what suits your production. Request a quote here.
Can I rent the studio and bring my own crew?
Absolutely. You can rent the studio space and bring your own crew and equipment or hire our team for production support, technical expertise and crew. We do require that our internal team operates the LED volume and virtual production workflows.
Can I rent gear and production equipment from One Set Studio?
Yes. Production equipment can be added to your studio package. Our gear inventory is available online, and our team can help confirm availability and pricing for your project.
Can I bring my own equipment?
Absolutely. Clients are welcome to bring their own cameras, lighting and production equipment. Connect with our team ahead of your shoot so we can confirm compatibility with the studio environment.
What does it cost to rent the studio?
Studio rental starts at $875 per hour. We also offer hourly, half-day, full-day and multi-day rental options. Equipment, crew, virtual-production services and technical support can be added based on the needs of your project. Request a quote here.
Can I book a half day or full day?
Yes. We offer multiple rental options, so you can build the schedule around your production.
Getting Started
Ready to start a project?
If you’re ready to get started, complete our Let's Connect form. Or you can reach out to our team at 405.418.3830 to talk through your production goals, project scope, environments and technical needs.
What if I’ve never used virtual production before?
You don’t need to be a virtual-production expert — we’re here to help. Our team can support you as you think through the process, technical requirements and environment options so you know what to expect before you even step into the studio.
Can I tour the studio before booking?
Absolutely. We’d love to show you around. Studio tours are available by appointment.
Can we talk through the technical details before we book?
Yes — and we recommend it. Our team can talk through your project requirements, stage setup, equipment needs and virtual-environment options before your production, so everyone arrives prepared.
Where can I find the technical specs?
Our Tech Sheet includes studio dimensions, stage specifications, power requirements and equipment details. Our LED wall content guidelines include delivery specifications for creating content including resolutions, frame rate, formats, and the project and export settings so your content will look its best on our volume wall.
Do you require insurance or a certificate of insurance (COI)?
Yes. Clients must carry general liability insurance (at least $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 total) and auto liability insurance (at least $1,000,000), and name One Set Studio as an additional insured on the policy.
What’s your cancellation and rescheduling policy?
Either party may cancel with at least 14 days’ written notice. In that case, payment is due only for services and expenses incurred through the cancellation date. Cancellations with less than 14 days’ notice are subject to full payment.
Rescheduling requests made less than 14 days before the scheduled date may be treated as cancellations and are subject to full payment. Additional costs or delays resulting from client-requested changes, late approvals, missing materials, or other client-related circumstances will be billed separately.
Why Film in Oklahoma?
Why film in Oklahoma City?
Competitive production costs. State and city film incentives. Diverse locations. A rapidly growing creative community.
From museums and live music to professional sports, restaurants and outdoor adventure, Oklahoma City offers productions both a strong place to work and a great place for cast and crew to spend their time.
Why One Set Studio?
Because world-class production technology doesn’t have to come with a coastal price tag.
One Set Studio combines a purpose-built virtual-production soundstage, experienced production support and the economic advantages of producing in Oklahoma.