Since its inception, Black Valve Media has been involved with feature film production in Cleveland, working alongside Hollywood studios and companies of all sizes to help achieve their goals. Today, we are known as a reliable and multifaceted production house providing a wide range of services and expertise for large and small scale film production.


Black Valve Media takes immense pride in their our as Video Assistants, also known as VTR Operators, in feature film production. Their experience and track record includes working on notable movies such as White Noise, Cherry, Turtles All The Way Down, The Alto Knights, Shirley, Suncoast, and Shooting Stars. The team at Black Valve Media, consisting of Hunter, Rashawn, and Evan, are all esteemed members of the local union 209, bringing professionalism and expertise to every project they undertake. As Video Assistants, they play a crucial role in ensuring smooth communication and seamless workflow between the camera crew, director, and other departments, recognizing the significance of capturing the director's vision and preserving the integrity of the footage.

Black Valve Media goes beyond feature films and extends their skills to the commercial industry, offering video assist services for various projects. Their commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and technical proficiency have earned them the trust of filmmakers and production teams. To enhance their capabilities and deliver exceptional results, they utilize the industry-leading software, QTAKE. With QTAKE, they can provide real-time monitoring of multiple camera feeds, instant playback, and comprehensive metadata management. This powerful tool enables effective collaboration with stakeholders, including the camera crew and director, throughout the filming process. Moreover, QTAKE allows for live color grading, application of visual effects, and creation of custom overlays, enhancing production value and facilitating immediate feedback and adjustments. Its advanced features like frame-accurate syncing and multi-cam editing streamline post-production workflow, ensuring an efficient and seamless filmmaking experience.

 
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Video Assist/Playback

QTAKE, Teradek Wireless Video, Multiple Monitors


Black Valve Media is a provider of Video Playback Services for feature films. With our expertise in 24 Frame Playback, also known as Video-Playback or Computer/Video Playback, we ensure seamless playback of computer or video content on screens that appear on camera. Whether it's monitors, TV's, projection screens, or any other type of video or computer screens, we have you covered. Additionally, we offer an extensive collection of retro and period-accurate televisions from the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. Trust Black Valve Media for exceptional Video Playback Services that bring your visuals to life.