Commercial
On time. On budget. Every frame.
Art department logistics / LA
We handle the
details.You tell the story.
LA Art Department is an agency that handles all art department logistics for commercial, music video, film, and live events.
Our servicesMusic Videos
Fast paced. Detail obsessed.
Film
From indie to studio. We’ve got you.
Live Events
Seamless execution behind the scenes.
ServicesFull-service art department
Full-service art department
logistics
We take care of the business so your creative team can focus on what matters. From the first estimate to the final wrap book, the details stay handled.
Budgeting
Detailed art department budgets built for your production.
Payroll
Accurate, timely payroll so your crew gets paid on time, every time.
Invoicing
Clean, professional invoices that keep your production moving.
Account Setup
New production? We’ll get your accounts set up and ready.
Petty Cash
Managed petty cash systems for smooth on-set operations.
Union Paperwork
We handle the paperwork so you stay compliant and stress-free.
Crew Hires
Skilled, reliable art department crew—fast turnaround.
And More
Whatever it takes to support your production, we’ve got your back.
One accountable point of contact
Production-ready systems
Built around the creative
Selected workBuilt to disappear
Built to disappear
inside the story.
Every production needs a different machine behind it. Ours stays quiet, fast, and exactly as visible as it needs to be.
01Commercial
Aether No. 8
Tabletop / Stage 14
02Music Video
After Midnight
Build / Two stages
03Narrative Film
Room 317
Feature / 28 shoot days
Live eventsThe room is live.
The room is live.
The logistics are invisible.
From branded environments and premieres to award shows and private events, we build the support system that lets every cue land exactly on time.
- Scenic and décor coordination
- Vendor, crew, and venue logistics
- Purchase, rental, and reconciliation
- Install, show call, and strike support
Why work with LA Art Department?
- Art department experts with real set experience
- Trusted by production companies across LA and beyond
- Discreet, dependable, and always solutions-focused
- Built for creatives, run by professionals
“The best productions are built on solid foundations.
— That’s where we come in.
FAQBefore the
Before the
first call sheet.
The practical questions we hear most often. Have a different one? Start a quote and tell us where the production stands.
When should the art department logistics team come aboard?
As early as possible—ideally during initial budgeting. Early involvement lets us build realistic numbers, flag schedule pressure, and establish clean systems before crew and purchasing ramp up.
Do you work with union productions?
Yes. We regularly support union and non-union projects and can manage the paperwork, onboarding, timecards, and payroll coordination required for each production structure.
Can you staff an entire art department?
We can support a single hire or assemble a full team across production design, art direction, set decoration, props, graphics, construction, and coordination—scaled to the brief.
Do you only work in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is home base, but our systems travel. We support projects throughout California and can coordinate destination work with trusted local vendors and crew.
What do you need to prepare a quote?
Send the project type, key dates, location, creative brief, current schedule, and any working budget range. If pieces are still moving, that’s fine—we can start with what you know.
Can you take over a production already in motion?
Yes. We begin with a fast systems audit, identify immediate risk, organize open paperwork and purchasing, then establish a clear daily rhythm with the existing team.