Bradley Stonesifer and Drew Lauer are both working cinematographers and the owners of Media[box]. I sat down with Jacob Riley, Head of Operations, to hear more about Media[box]. The staple of the company’s business has always been national ads—including some upcoming Superbowl ads. “We always have a few longer docs for Netflix or Discovery or Nat Geo going on at any given time. We’re known for our fun and stable environment and making sure our clients feel supported.” Media[box]’s facilities in Culver City have two camera prep bays and one prep suite as well as a small white cove stage.
(Left to right) Drew Lauer and Brad Stonesifer
Jacob describes the evolution of the company like this. “Over the past 20 years, Brad and Drew have grown an extended family of filmmakers, working camera nerds, DP’s, directors, writers, editors, producers, and did I say camera nerds. Media[box] is our toy box to share.” The company’s slogan is “By filmmakers. For filmmakers.” Jacob relates, “When we choose which cameras, lenses, and tech to own and rent out, the decision is based on which toys we like to film with. We outfit our cameras with the accessories that we love to use on a day-to-day basis. AC’s and operators love that our kits are built for efficiency with lots of options; they are built to work. DP’s love our unhealthy relationship with rehoused vintage glass and having all the very newest cameras and best stuff. We also have a long history with Phantom cameras, drones, and now robots… there’s always some weird project going on in our small stage.”
Media[Box] prep bays
The mission of the company is to create an oasis for camera crews. “Set life is hectic and we know it. Our goal is to create a more care-free environment where our clients can feel at ease during preps, knowing they’re supported so they can make cool pictures. We all just want to play with camera toys and feel confident that the tools we are working with are clean and in tip-top shape. We are professional and also chill.” They have a basketball hoop and a Simpson’s Classic arcade machine. They make fully stickers. They boast great coffee. “Your visit to Media[box] camera should be a joy. Come see it if you can set the bowling high score!”
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