Core to our strategy is McArthur Studio, a state-of-the-art
virtual production film, broadcast, and mixed reality studio
that is revolutionizing the entertainment industry.
With a cutting-edge LED volume and the latest real-time
technologies such as camera tracking, motion capture, game
engines, and media servers, McArthur Studio is at the forefront
of delivering in-camera VFX (ICVFX) and xR (extended reality)
experiences.
McArthur Studio offers full drive-in access, which allows for easy
loading and unloading of large sets and equipment. This feature
also provides flexibility for clients who need to bring in large props
or sets for their productions.
McArthur Studio also boasts a powerful robotic camera system
that allows for precise and dynamic camera movements, adding
to the immersive experience for viewers. This system can be
controlled remotely, providing further flexibility for clients.
With its cutting-edge technology and exceptional production
capabilities, McArthur Studio has attracted clients from various
industries, including film, television, gaming, and advertising.
Its ability to deliver high-quality productions in a cost-effective and
timely manner make it a preferred choice for many.
In summary, McArthur Studio is a state-of-the-art virtual production
studio that is setting new standards in the entertainment industry.
With its cutting-edge LED volume, the latest real-time technologies,
drive-in access, and powerful robotic camera system, McArthur
Studio is well-positioned to meet the demands of clients seeking
immersive and high-quality productions.
Opening in 2024, this studio is capable of producing the type of film work that was done on shows like The Mandalorian (2019), The Suicide Squad (2021), Dune (2021), The Batman (2022), Loki (2021), Black Adam (2022), and Shazam!
McArthur Studio provides an ideal platform for filmmakers, cinematographers, directors, producers and creatives to shoot in-camera VFX using LED technology while exploring the technological landscape that’s revolutionizing the visual effects industry.
This studio is ideal for everything from virtual production tests to shooting feature films, episodic series, commercial/advertising, live broadcasts, R&D and much more.
Within the walls of McArthur Studio you can create any virtual environment you can imagine.
Ken McArthur's movie, The Impact Factor, had over 20 locations that the production had to move to. Changing locations involves getting in cars, trucks, hauling all the equipment, getting all set up again, and shooting a scene and this studio eliminates most of that time and expense.
Another important success factor of a virtual production studio like Ken McArthur’s Clear Impact Studios is the protection it provides from external factors such as weather, noise, and other distractions that can affect traditional on-location filming. By filming in a controlled environment, filmmakers and creatives can focus solely on their vision without the challenges of unpredictable weather or external noise disrupting the production.
Additionally, the ability to quickly change and adapt the virtual environment allows for greater flexibility and the ability to easily make adjustments to the set design or lighting without the need for costly reshoots.
Virtual production is a collaborative process that combines the physical and digital worlds of filmmaking. Popular shows like HBO's House of the Dragon have employed this process, using game engines like Unreal Engine to create digital scenes that are projected onto LED screens.
With camera tracking technology, the 3D world behind the actors can be adjusted to match the live-action camera, allowing filmmakers to virtually explore their creative visions without the need for physical sets. For these reasons and more, filmmakers are turning to virtual production studios to bring their visions to life. Here are the top five reasons why filmmakers are using technology like Unreal Engine in their filmmaking process:
A state-of-the-art virtual production film, broadcast, and mixed reality studio like Clear Impact Studios offers several advantages to clients, including:
Our studio integrators will partner with Ken McArthur to design and build the Premiere Virtual Production facility in Pennsylvania. We will create the systems and workflows that will enable us to create cutting edge content internally and also to provide clients with a frustration-free world-class production experience.
The studio will include:
The entertainment industry is implementing robots for the same reasons manufacturers are: precise, repeatable, nonstop work. Those features make collaborative robots an attractive option in a range of entertainment industry applications. A camera-wielding robot can shoot a movie scene dozens of times in exactly the same way, or manage precise, repetitive special effects movements.
Six-axis collaborative robots can easily manipulate objects such as cameras for high-precision, high-speed film sequences with 360-degree rotation on all wrist joints and infinite rotation on the end joint. The robots provide fast, repeatable actions but are safe to work side-by-side with humans. Patented force-sensing technology means the robot stops immediately when it encounters a human in its workspace.
With programming as easy as moving the arm to the desired path and using an intuitive touchscreen interface, even non-technical operators can easily automate nearly any process.
Advantages of collaborative robots for the entertainment industry include: