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The colossal Statue of Liberty, sprawling Central Park, and the vibrant boroughs of Queens and Brooklyn—these and more are what you'll enjoy when you plan a music video shoot in New York City.
Whatever backdrop you want for your shoot in New York, Giggster has you covered, with its excellent selection of music video spaces ranging from sleek lofts to cyclorama rooms and daylight studios. These venues are easy to reach across the city and affordable for any production budget.
You don't have to go far, because Giggster offers music video spaces across NYC's five distinct boroughs. No matter your music video concept or videography style, you'll find a location that brings your story to life.
Choosing the right setting can mean the difference between an ordinary video and a masterpiece. Explore Giggster’s curated selections of music video spaces in New York and watch your creative idea take shape.
Giggster has more than a hundred music studio listings. With so many options, you'll find a production studio or one-of-a-kind filming location that matches your vision.
Looking for space with a sleek and modern look? Giggster has countless studios with neutral tones perfect for installing sets and warm lighting.
Many of our film studios have lighting, sound systems, recording equipment, technicians, and post-production space for the perfect music video.
Do you need a cyclorama room? How about a green screen? Giggster has plenty of music studio options with video recording capabilities that go the extra mile.
With venues in all five boroughs, you will find proximity to places like Manhattan, Hell's Kitchen, Upper East Side, Central Park, and more.
Exceptional Variety & Quality: From fully equipped studios and transformed modern lofts to sprawling homes and outdoor spaces, Giggster's selection of 4339 fantastic choices will help you find the perfect photo shoot location or music video space for your needs. A few taps on the app is all it takes.
Hassle-Free Booking: Giggster's user-friendly interface allows you to easily book a venue for as little as $19 USD/hour. Narrow your search according to the rental price, venue type, number of attendees allowed, indoor and outdoor features present, and more.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: If last-minute disruptions wreak havoc on your music session plans, you can cancel your booking for free up to 24 hours after confirmation, provided you book at least 48 hours before the event.
Platform Protections: Giggster offers optional insurance protection packages for renters. Book awesome venues like 120: Affordable Natural Light Studio with Cyc Wall knowing you have damage, liability, and cancellation protection.
Are you planning a music video shoot in NYC? Before you finalize your venue booking, consider these pros and cons.
Advantages
New York has fabulous backdrops for your video. Take advantage of historic architecture, iconic skyscrapers, stunning neighborhoods, and world-famous parks.
This city has a fantastic public transportation system, allowing cost-effective transport of crews, artists, and equipment.
NYC has excellent local professionals like videographers, musicians, artists, dancers, and more, making it easier to find skilled talent.
Disadvantages
Video shooting in certain parts of NYC may require additional permits and licenses, adding to the overall budget of your video production.
Venues near famous places may book quickly because of the popularity of tourist attractions.
Outdoor music shoots may face audio challenges because of constant noise from people and traffic.
For a great music video experience, choose a stunning location that matches your music vibe. If you have a rock video to film, think outside the box and choose a backdrop of the Statue of Liberty. If you're considering New York City for your music video shoot, Giggster has 4339 listings for your project.
Modern Recording Studios – Seamless Backdrops. Looking for something with built-in cyclorama walls, excellent views overlooking Madison Square, and recording equipment? NYC has stunning recording studios for music videos with interchangeable interiors and recording and lighting setup equipment.
Penthouse Views – Filming Under The Stars. NYC is quite popular for video shoots, and you'll find penthouses with floor-to-ceiling windows, ample lighting, and fabulous backdrops.
Mansions – Intimate or Unique. Looking for opulence for a visually compelling story in your music video? New York has plenty of Dutch Colonial and Cape Cod-style mansion venues that suit large and small crews.
Nature Spaces – Distinct Videos. Do you want venues with green front lawns and backyards that have already featured in TV series and movies? Giggster has listings that meet your requirements for popular locations frequented by the stars.
Warehouses – Unique Locations. Warehouses are incredibly versatile, and Giggster offers several with stunning architecture. The beauty of a warehouse is that you can tailor it to suit your video style.
Filming a music video isn't as simple as going to Central Park and recording dancers moving to music. You'll need to consider permits, licenses, finding the perfect location, live-streaming the making of the video, capturing the perfect shot, and more.
Conduct Location Scouting – Start scouting for the ideal space for your video shoot well before the shoot days. Giggster has 4339 popular music video shoot locations in New York City that do get fully booked. Booking everything ahead of time will ensure you get all the footage you need.
Set a Budget – A budget helps you track costs and ensure everything is ready before the music shoot. Allow for booking creative studios, event spaces, or production studios, and include the cost of permits and licenses.
Check the Set Design and Equipment – NYC has seen fabulous music sets, including those for the fashionable David Bowie. Music videos filmed on the Brooklyn Bridge, in the East Village, and in Manhattan include genres like hip hop, rock, heavy metal, and more. Check the set design and equipment rentals available before finalizing your artists. You may get a ready-made set for a fraction of the cost.
Have a Backup Plan Ready – Live events for video shooting at unique spaces require backup plans. New York has notorious weather (both summer and winter), which could mean your production needs an indoor space for the shoot. Also plan alternate video shoot locations in case your first choice is unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances.
New York City is one of the most expensive places to live in the United States. Places near the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, Times Square, Hell's Kitchen, and Midtown Manhattan are some of the most expensive real estate. However, there are ways you can book shoot locations here and save money.
Can you consider alternate locations in New York City?
Studios that are conveniently located near Times Square and in and around Manhattan are more expensive than others. Consider other venues like lofts, warehouses, rooftop bars, and more that may cost less.
Do you have flexible dates and times?
Venues are often more expensive around holidays and on weekends. If you have flexible filming dates, book the production studios at off-peak times like weekdays and afternoons.
Can you rent the music video equipment?
You may require additional equipment for promotional video shooting. If you want to give your video an edgy vibe without spending too much money, rent the camera and lighting equipment for the duration of the post-production and video shoot. Doing this will help you save money on the purchase cost.
Giggster offers exceptional venues in New York for filming creative music videos. Book with us for spaces that tick all the boxes and meet your budget, too.