Television City and Orbital Studios have joined forces to establish a new virtual production facility in Los Angeles' Fairfax District, positioning the technology hub at 7800 Beverly Boulevard within Television City's sprawling campus. The partnership marks Orbital Studios' expansion into one of Hollywood's most established production centers, bringing LED volume technology designed to serve productions across all budget levels and creative scales.
Virtual production has reshaped how studios approach filmmaking and television production over the past five years. The technology allows crews to shoot scenes against real-time LED screens displaying photorealistic environments, eliminating the need for location scouts, travel, and costly set construction. Major productions including "The Mandalorian," "Loki," and numerous feature films have relied on similar systems, making the infrastructure increasingly standard for serious productions.
Television City's involvement underscores the facility's evolution beyond its historical role as a traditional soundstage complex. The legendary lot, which has hosted everything from "The Carol Burnett Show" to contemporary prestige television, now positions itself as a hub for cutting-edge production technology. This reflects broader industry trends as traditional studios invest in virtual production capabilities to remain competitive.
Orbital Studios specializes in providing turnkey virtual production solutions, managing everything from LED hardware to content creation and technical support. Their stated commitment to serving productions "of all sizes and budgets" suggests the new L.A. installation aims to democratize access to technology previously reserved for high-budget tentpoles. This positioning addresses a growing demand from mid-tier productions and streaming platforms seeking to manage costs while maintaining visual quality.
The Fairfax District location offers proximity to existing talent pools, equipment rental houses, and post-production facilities concentrated in Los Angeles. For independent producers and smaller studios, accessing world-class virtual production technology without leaving the city reduces logistical friction and overhead costs. The partnership strengthens Television City's competitive standing against newer production facilities that have invested aggressively in virtual production infrastructure.