Hire a Multi-Camera Crew in Chicago, IL
At a Glance
Assignment Desk provides professional multi-camera crew services in Chicago, IL. Our multi-camera crew teams come fully equipped with Multiple matched cameras, Video switcher, Intercom system and operate on standard 10-hour production days. Available for corporate, broadcast, commercial, and live event productions. Book today for immediate availability.
What Does a Multi-Camera Crew Do?
A Multi-Camera Crew provides a complete production team for events, shows, and broadcasts that require two or more camera angles captured simultaneously. The crew includes camera operators, a video engineer, and a technical director who switches between feeds in real time for a polished, broadcast-ready program.
Standard Equipment
Common Shoot Scenarios
- Conferences and panels
- Live concerts
- Church services
- Corporate town halls
- Webcast productions
Video Production in Chicago, IL
Chicago is a major national production hub with world-class studios, a deep union and non-union crew base, and iconic locations from the Magnificent Mile to the Chicago Riverwalk. Corporate, broadcast, and commercial work drive year-round demand.
Illinois offers a 30% tax credit on production spending. Chicago's Cinespace Studios, the largest independent studio complex outside Hollywood, has hosted hundreds of TV series and features. The city's strong broadcast infrastructure (NBC, ABC, WGN) supports live event and news production.
- 30% Illinois Film Tax Credit on qualifying production spending
- Cinespace Studios — largest independent studio complex outside Hollywood
- Major broadcast hub: NBC Chicago, ABC 7, WGN, and dozens of production houses
- Iconic locations: Michigan Avenue, Millennium Park, Wrigley Field, Art Institute
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Production Guidelines in Chicago
Standard Day Rate: All multi-camera crew bookings in Chicago are based on a 10-hour production day, which includes setup, shooting, and wrap time.
Overtime: Hours beyond the standard 10-hour day are billed at time-and-a-half. We recommend building buffer time into your schedule for complex productions.
Local Radius: The local production zone covers a 30-mile radius from downtown Chicago (301 W Grand Ave #178). Locations outside this zone may include travel time and mileage charges.
Equipment: All crew arrive with their standard equipment package. Custom gear requests (specialty lenses, additional lighting, etc.) can be arranged with advance notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Chicago a top production market?
Chicago combines a 30% state tax credit, massive studio infrastructure (Cinespace), a deep crew base from both union and non-union talent pools, and iconic urban locations. It's consistently a top-5 US production market by volume.
What crew roles are in highest demand in Chicago?
Camera operators, audio technicians, and gaffers are in constant demand for the city's heavy corporate, broadcast, and live event production schedules. Multi-camera crew and ENG teams are also frequently booked for Chicago's convention and sports calendar.
How much does a multi-camera crew cost in Chicago, IL?
Multi-Camera Crew rates in Chicago vary based on project scope, equipment needs, and shoot duration. Assignment Desk offers competitive day rates on a standard 10-hour production day. Contact us at 312-464-8600 or visit our booking page for a custom quote.
What equipment does a multi-camera crew bring to a shoot?
Our multi-camera crew professionals in Chicago typically arrive with Multiple matched cameras, Video switcher, Intercom system, Multiview monitors, Cable runs and SDI, Recording decks. Equipment packages can be customized based on your production requirements.
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