Studio 1 & 2 | NYC Film Studio
& Sound Stage Rentals

Studio Overview

Brooklyn Studios’ Studio 1 and Studio 2 are purpose-built production facilities designed for film, television, commercial photography, live broadcast, branded content, and corporate productions. Located in the heart of Long Island City, Queens — just minutes from Manhattan — both studios offer drive-in access, professional production infrastructure, flexible layouts, and modern amenities that simplify even the most demanding shoots.
Whether you’re producing a feature film, television series, automotive commercial, fashion campaign, product launch, livestream event, or editorial photo shoot, Studio 1 and Studio 2 provide scalable production environments that can accommodate projects of nearly every size. Brooklyn Studios has supported New York’s creative industry for more than 20 years and continues to be a trusted destination for production companies, agencies, photographers, and filmmakers.

Studio 1 - Large Multi-level Sound Stage

Up to 15,000 Sq. Ft. of Flexible Production Space

Studio 1 is Brooklyn Studios’ flagship multi-level soundproof sound stage, offering between 8,549 and 15,000 square feet of production space with ceiling heights reaching 28 feet. The stage is ideal for large scenic builds, television productions, feature films, commercial photography, automotive shoots, and live broadcast events.

Studio 1 Features

  • Multi-level soundproof sound stage

  • 8,549-15,000 sq. ft.

  • 28-foot ceilings

  • Drive-in studio access

  • Two oversized drive-in entrances

  • 1,800 amps / 3-phase power

  • Shoot-in kitchen set

  • Green room

  • Hair & makeup room with shampoo sink

  • Production offices

  • Client lounge

  • Fiber optic internet control panel for livestream productions

  • Rooftop production space with panoramic NYC skyline views

The expansive floor plan provides room for multiple set builds, large lighting packages, camera cranes, motion-control equipment, and sizable production crews. With adjacent production offices and support areas, Studio 1 keeps every department working efficiently under one roof.

Studio 2 — Level 2 Qualified Production Facility

10,000 Sq. Ft. Drive-In Soundstage

Studio 2 is a 10,000-square-foot Level 2 Qualified Production Facility (QPF) designed for productions that require a spacious, column-free stage with efficient vehicle access. The stage is especially well suited for automotive commercials, branded content, television productions, photo shoots, and feature films seeking to qualify for New York State production incentives.

Studio 2 Features

  • 10,000 sq. ft. column-free sound stage

  • Level 2 Qualified Production Facility

  • Two drive-in entrances

  • 22-foot ceilings

  • 800 amps / 3-phase power

  • Modular kitchen set

  • Dressing room with hair sink

  • Two multi-stall restrooms

  • Production mezzanine

  • Blackout capability

  • Large production floor for multiple set builds

Studio 2 offers the flexibility to stage vehicles, construct elaborate scenery, and accommodate large crews while maintaining an efficient workflow from load-in through wrap.

Built for Every Type of Production

Both Studio 1 and Studio 2 are designed to support a wide variety of productions, including:

  • Feature Films

  • Television series

  • Commercial productions

  • Automotive commercials

  • Fashion campaigns

  • Editorial photography

  • Product photography

  • Corporate video production

  • Livestream broadcasts

  • Branded content

  • Music videos

  • Digital advertising

  • Interviews and podcasts

  • Set construction

  • Rehearsals and creative events

Drive-In Film Studios in NYC

One of Brooklyn Studios’ most sought-after features is its drive-in sound stage capability. Studio 1 and Studio 2 both allow approved vehicles to drive directly onto the production floor, making them excellent choices for automotive photography, luxury vehicle launches, car commercials, product demonstrations, and productions feature picture vehicles.

Ground-level loading also simplifies the movement of scenery, props, lighting equipment, grip carts, and production supplies, helping crews save valuable production time.

Why Productions Choose Brooklyn Studios

Production teams return to Brooklyn Studios because every aspect of the facility is designed with efficiency in mind.

Advantages include:

  • Drive-in film studios

  • Large sound stages

  • Level 2 Qualified production Facility

  • High ceilings

  • Soundproof shooting environments

  • Production offices

  • Green rooms

  • Hair & makeup facilities

  • Kitchen studio sets

  • Rooftop filming location

  • Long Island City location

  • Minutes from Midtown Manhattan

  • Experienced on-site production support

Whether you’re filming a feature film, photographing a luxury vehicle, building a television set, or producing a commercial campaign, Studio 1 and Studio 2 provide the professional infrastructure needed for a successful production.

Schedule a Tour

Whether you need a large sound stage for a feature film, a drive-in studio for an automotive commercial, or a production-ready facility for photography, television, or branded content, Brooklyn Studios offers two of the most versatile studio rentals in New York City.

Contact our production team to schedule a tour, discuss your project requirements, or request a customized rental quote.

  • Studio 1

    Studio 1

    Studio 1 is a multi-level, soundproof sound stage ranging from 8,549 sq. ft. to 15,000 sq. ft. The facility is drive-in accessible with a ceiling height of 28 ft. – perfect for large set builds for commercials, TV, film, photography, and live streaming / broadcast event productions. Set construction crews have access to 6,131 sq. ft. / 4,331 sq. ft. (column-free) with a ceiling height of 28 ft. and an additional 1,800 sq. ft. with a ceiling height of 14 ft. located under the mezzanine. Studio features include 1,800 amps / 3-phase power, two drive-in entrances, a shoot-in kitchen, dressing room with hair sink, green room, lounge, production offices on the second floor, and a dedicated internet fiber optic control panel for live stream events. The rooftop offers a spectacular, panoramic view of the New York City skyline.

  • Studio 2 - Level 2 QPF

    Studio 2 - Level 2 QPF

    Studio 2 is a 10,000 sq. ft. Level 2 Qualified Production Facility. The studio is drive-in accessible, ideal for multiple set builds, and column-free. Studio features include 800 amps / 3-phase power, two drive-in entrances, 22 ft. ceiling height, modular kitchen set, dressing room with a hair sink, two multi-stall restrooms, and mezzanine. Two large windows are located on opposite ends of the studio with the option to be blacked out.