Come In, We’ll Give You Shelter From the Storm

Imagine this... You’re shooting a feature. You’ve got the perfect DP. You’ve cast the right actors. You have the funding. You’re on location shooting a pivotal scene, a lead actor driving in the rain. There’s only one problem: the driving rain.

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Dolly Parton, ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic, & More to Appear in Jimmy Fallon Holiday Special

We are so proud to announce our involvement with this project that will be airing December 4th at 10PM EST right after the tree lighting on NBC at Rockefeller Center🎄🎶 The Holiday Special was entirely shot using Virtual Production and who do you think was in charge?!? Yasss, Team Cobalt 🌟 And our very own Alex Fernbach what is the Director of Photography ❤️Read on to hear about the star-studded Cast!

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Happy Hallo-green from Cobalt!

We’re keeping it Eeeeek-o-friendly all year.

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NBC x Jimmy Fallon x Holiday Seasoning 🎄🎶 = Cobalt Virtual Production

Experience the Festive Magic with Cobalt Stages! 🎄 From NBC's Holiday Seasoning with Jimmy Fallon to globe-trotting shoots in mere days, discover how our cutting-edge virtual production transforms visions into reality. Whether guiding you through the world of Virtual Production or achieving cinematic feats on a budget, we're your trusted advisors. Ready to innovate and entertain? Let's create unforgettable moments together! 🚀

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How we shot the World in Woodstock… in just 3 days.

What do you do when your client has a limited budget, and needs to shoot in multiple countries on multiple continents? Learn how we shot the world in Woodstock, and in only 3 days!

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Fall into savings at Cobalt Woodstock.

The leaves are turning. The air is crisp and we’re getting excited about pumpkin spice, apple cider donuts, and everything Halloween!

But we’re also VERY excited about ALL of the tax credits available to you and your project when you work with us at Hollywood on the Hudson.

And the best part? NONE of these savings are seasonal. Even if you’re not ready to shoot till winter, you’ll still get all the same advantages and benefits.

Scary good savings at Hollywood on the Hudson (and why rates in the city will only scare your accountant).

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It’s finally fall at Hollywood on the Hudson

It’s the most wonderful time of year at Hollywood on the Hudson: fall! If you’ve been to the Hudson Valley in the autumn, you already know that the colors are to die for, the events are endless, and the entire area literally feels like something out of a Hallmark movie lol.

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New York Commercial Tax Credits: Why Shooting Upstate Is a Smart Move

ATTENTION COMMERCIAL PRODUCERS!

Although the New York State Commercial Tax Credit Program is designed to incentivize commercial production across the state, the greatest savings are found just NORTH of the city.

Let's dive into the behind-the-scenes action, and see how these commercial tax credits are making Upstate New York “THE place to be” - even for commercial production 😀

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What is a Turnkey Soundstage?

As a “by-producers, for-producers” soundstage, we understand your need for streamlined processes, practical solutions, and uncompromising value - and we’ve really upped the ante…

We believe that the most meaningful way to do that is by being Turnkey. Cobalt’s Turnkey status means that all the most sought-after tools and amenities you need are already here—ready to roll.

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