Welcome to Manhattan Beach Studios. It’s our pleasure!

Your Southbay/LA/SoCal soundstage and production venue

Fully-equipped studio with lights, cameras and action

Unwavering focus on your social & marketing strategies

A cozy creative space that feels like home

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Here is a small bit of what we do:

Manhattan Beach Studios two of the most innovative stages for creatives of all walks of life! Located just minutes away from the beach, LAX, restaurants and more, it’s comfortable, equipped with a laid back vibe and tons of gear for your most serious photo and video production needs, along with customer service that’ll make your day as smooth as can be. We have fun being a part of your success! 🙂

 

From stage rentals to full production services, we can lend an experienced hand to those who are in need of anything at all. Just drop us a note! We help get you past the finish line.

Rent a Stage

Our cutting-edge stages offer a blank canvas to bring your vision to life. Whether you need to shoot a scene, cast a film, host a class, screen a movie, launch a brand, or simply work in an inspiring creative space, our stages are the perfect solution.

Video Production

Our stages are equipped with broadcast lights, cameras, and a highly experienced crew. We have the expertise to take your idea from concept to completion. If you have a project in mind, let us know how we can assist you in bringing it to life.

Commercial/Product Photography

With specialty product experience, including web animations, MBS is the perfect space for your brand and content images!

Podcasting

YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, and anywhere else you can think of. Our audio and video options help get your content from concept to reality. Real time graphics and titles, call ins and more!

Video Anywhere!

Yup, our live stream options are completely mobile. Publicly or privately stream a wedding, graduation, concert, comedy show, funeral or anything that is important to you.

Photography Services

Visit us for professional high quality head shots. We know how important this is, and take the time to make your session perfect! We work till you're happy!

Graduations and Award Shows

We offer graduation and award ceremonies, live or pre-recorded, ideal for any graduation or event. Our services include personalized graphics, a secure shooting location, and a comprehensive video package for every family, complete with all the bells and whistles you desire.

News Desk/Broadcast

Our state-of-the-art News Desk is designed for top-notch broadcasting. It boasts customizable columns on either side, which can be adjusted to match your branding. With a TV display for graphics, logos, or videos, and a chin light to provide ample lighting for the talent, our News Desk is the ideal solution for your broadcasting needs.

Memorial Services

Our remote systems and live streaming capabilities, combined with our extensive experience, enable us to create a beautiful live memorial experience for you. We offer a wide range of services, including videos, photo montages, and more, to help you celebrate the life and love of your loved one in a meaningful way.

Audition & Casting Videos

Looking to impress your casting directors with a professionally produced audition video? Look no further! Our studio provides lightning-fast and high-quality production services that will help you stand out from the crowd. We know how to help you get your next big role. Come visit us and let us help you shine!

360 and VR Photo/Video

Whether you're looking for a 360-degree virtual tour or a fully immersive 3D VR video of your wedding, family dinner, or other event, we've got you covered. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to create lasting memories that you can enjoy for years to come!

Animated/Specialty Content

Need something to make your brand stand out? We do product rotation, high speed, slow motion, stop motion, animation and more.

News, Sports and Broadcast Desk

Capture a wide variety of looks in our television station, news and broadcast area, including remotes, interviews and shows!

All-in-One Broadcast/Podcast Facility

Whether you dream of your own special podcast to a full sports or news show, we are the perfect location for your project. Our custom-built area is designed to capture a wide variety of looks and colors instantly so you are able to go from concept to market in just minutes.

Offering everything from custom lighting to a fully interactive television, forums and trainings are just a few button pushes away! We specialize in live, live-to-tape and multi-camera options.

Combined with our broadcast cameras, remote controlled PTZ robotic cameras, control room van and live switching, as well as in-ear monitors (IFBs) and tally lights, there are no compromises. It’s all ready-to-go!

Click The News /Broadcast Set for more information.

Production. Anywhere, Anytime, Anyhow.

Our custom-built production van means less setup, more capabilities and faster delivery of your project!

Expertise + Tools = Your Convenience!

With our custom-built production van, you can enjoy faster project delivery and fewer setup hassles, while benefiting from our expertise and tools. We offer support for events, interviews, and projects, whether on our stage or at your office. Our services have covered a wide range of events including weddings, concerts, memorials, and more. We’re available anywhere, anytime, and in any way to help you succeed. Get in touch with us and let’s discuss how we can support your needs.

If you’re currently in production, you can rent our MBS Live van and utilize our remote capabilities on your set. Our dedicated technicians will be there to assist you throughout the process.

Click THE MBS Live VAN for more information.

Meet your super experienced team.

With the love for our work, our space and community, we have over 80 years of experience and believe our work speaks for itself. Welcome to your hometown studio. It’s our pleasure to meet you!

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Creative strategist, photog and production.

Mark Nicholas

Owner/Producer
randall

Photographer and software developer.

Randall Simms

Director of Photography
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Creative video pro and social guru

Nicolas Putnam

Head of Production
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Soundstage + Production Management

Claudia Elena

Studio Manager
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Video pro and sales.

Jeffrey Koven

Sales & Production
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Makeup and Hair

Cynthia Angelina

Sales & Production
Contact us! Schedule a visit!

We help people achieve big goals.

We work with amazing dreamers and unstoppably driven people every single day.

Our studio is a warm and personal space where ideas germinate and grow. We follow ideas down rabbit holes and open our minds. We are comfortable working on structured campaigns or out-of-the-box ideas. We look forward to meeting you.

Some of Our Wonderful Clients

Here are some of the folks we have had the pleasure working with:

Testimonials

  • "I recently discovered the Manhattan Beach Studios and they're terrific, they are smart, adaptable, and they have a terrific studio here with a great team of people... take a look at what they can do, it's rather exceptional!"

    Michael Levine, Founder of Boundless Media

  • I just wanted to shoot you a note of appreciation and recognition for you and your teams professionalism in managing our shoot. You guys are incredibly knowledgeable, efficient and effective. Congratulations on running a top notch operation ready to handle pretty much anything I could possibly think of for a studio shoot.

    Brooks Lambert, Best Day Foundation

  • "Mark is a great professional to work with and is determined to earn your satisfaction. Any creative need I had, Mark delivered."

    Benjamin Kim, Real Estate Agent

  • "A full-service photographer and photography studio, Manhattan Beach Studios amazed me with its experience, vast array of equipment, specialized track cameras, high-speed cameras, aerial cameras and software. Mark and his team hit the mark on great customer service! In addition to being an excellent photographer, Mark has an extensive background helping startups and small businesses. It is easy to leverage Mark's other skills.... Molosser Apparel certainly did!"

    Larry Herman, CEO, Molosser Apparel

  • "Mark brings the perfect balance of creativity and professionalism to every product shoot Aloxxi International has done with him. His ability to work under tight deadlines and attention to detail make him a dream to work with."

    Kate Martini, Aloxxi International Creative Director

  • "Mark is extremely talented, professional, kind and the most creative photographer I've worked with. I've worked with a lot of great photographers and Mark is one of the most easy to work with. He made me feel very comfortable from the moment I arrived until the end of the shoot, no pressure no rushing, and super friendly the whole time. I can't recommend him highly enough. Also his assistant Misty is great, she goes above and beyond to achieve the perfect shot. I really love working at this studio."

    Vanessa Vanancio, Make-up Artist, Los Angeles

  • "We have been so lucky to have Mark as a parent at our school. He is super creative and very easy to work with. Working with children is not always easy but he somehow always brings out their joy and captures it every time. The photos he has taken of our children have been the best we've ever had. He brings out their joy and captures it every time."

    Kari Chatterji, PTA President, RBUSD Madison Elementary

  • "Mark has done shoots for me in the past (including my album cover). I love his eye, his perspective, his talent, his huge friendly personality and his calming presence even under extreme pressure. He puts everyone at ease and always gets stellar results! I couldn't possibly recommend him higher for your next project."

    Russell Wolff, Krazy Pop Studio, Nashville

  • "Mark has photographed my family a few times now and every time I couldn't have been happier with the end product. He has an incredible eye for small details. I always have felt he is approachable, quick to answer my questions, and extremely professional. I just don't see being able to trust anyone else at capturing my family memories like I do Mark!"

    Monica, Client

  • "Mark has been doing my photos for real estate listings for about a year. His attention to detail and passion for creating amazing photos is incredible. I never feel like he is rushing the project and he has all the latest and greatest as far as technology and tools. He creates photos, flyers, videos and anything else I may need to help sell my client's houses. I highly recommend him for any photography projects you may have."

    Pamela Gillett, Agent, Scott Anastasi Realty

  • "The end product was awesome. Thank you for being creative and getting it done!"

    Trisha , Dealer Development, Lexus

  • "Mark brought his professionalism and expertise (as well as his plethora of photography gear) to the table when Eat.Sleep.Work. We hired him to shoot headshots for our company website. Not only did was he talented, but he also made the nervous subjects (including me) to feel comfortable in front of the camera! And as an added bonus, we had the opportunity to get in a few motion shots that turned out just amazing!"

    Jonathon Wang, CEO, Eat Sleep Work

  • "Manhattan Beach Studios is the total package. A great artistic eye, a technical wizard and a joy to work with. Mark recently did an aerial drone shoot of Hermosa Beach for my new website. He went above and beyond the call of duty exceeding my expectations."

    Adam Malovani, CEO, www.experiencegpstours.com

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