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Video and audio production studio in Downtown San Diego. We provide the crew, equipment, and facility to produce YouTube shows, podcasts, commercials, corporate communications, live events, and social content.

PRODUCTION STUDIO & CONTENT INTELLIGENCE

We're a production studio in Downtown San Diego. We provide the crew, equipment, and facility to produce professional content. From elected officials to mission-driven documentaries, we help organizations tell stories that matter and make sure those stories reach the right audiences.

Broadcast Production

Canon Cinema system, multi-camera setups, professional lighting and audio. Every production meets broadcast standards. We work with elected officials, advocacy organizations, and mission-driven projects across California.

AI Content Optimization

Our editors curate your most engaging moments with help from Ampersand AI—combining professional judgment with data-driven insights to optimize clips for social media performance.

Expert + AI

The best of both worlds

Downtown San Diego

Professional studio in the heart of downtown. Multi-camera production facilities, comprehensive lighting packages, and flexible set configurations. On-location production available throughout Southern California.

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TRANSPARENT PRICING

From hourly studio access to complete production packages

Studio Services

Flexible hourly options for every production need

Studio Rental

$175
per hour
  • Access to studio space
  • Self-operated
  • You bring your own equipment
  • No crew included

Single Camera

$275
per hour (2hr min)
  • Professional camera operator
  • Canon Cinema camera
  • Pro lighting & audio
  • Raw files delivered

Remote Podcast

$375
per hour (2hr min)
  • Studio capture
  • During your Riverside/Zoom session
  • Pro lighting & audio
  • Raw footage delivered

YouTube Shows & Podcast Distribution

Video-first production for YouTube with distribution to all podcast platforms

Social Clips

$190
per clip
  • Editor-curated moments (AI-assisted)
  • Vertical optimization
  • Captions & branding
  • Platform-specific formatting

Corporate, Commercial & Live Events

Custom solutions for complex productions

Corporate Video

Custom Quote
starting at $1,575
  • Leadership messages
  • Employee communications
  • Training content
  • Shareholder presentations

Live Streaming

Custom Quote
starting at $2,000
  • Multi-camera live production
  • Stream to multiple platforms
  • Professional graphics
  • Technical support

Commercial

Custom Quote
broadcast-quality
  • Creative development
  • Full crew & cinematography
  • Post-production
  • All platforms

NEED STRATEGY & PRODUCTION?

DIA live.studio provides the production services. When you need comprehensive communications strategy alongside production, we partner with our sister company Digital Impact & to deliver integrated campaigns.

Digital Impact & is a marketing and communications agency specializing in strategic campaign development, social media management, and multi-platform distribution. Together, we offer the complete package: strategic planning + professional production.

Integrated Program

Starting at $4,500
  • Strategic campaign planning (Digital Impact &)
  • Monthly studio production (DIA live.studio)
  • Multi-camera recording & post-production
  • Content optimization for 7+ platforms
  • Social media management & posting
  • Platform algorithm maintenance
  • Performance tracking & reporting
  • Monthly strategy sessions

Note: This program requires engagement with both DIA live.studio (production) and Digital Impact & (strategy/management). Learn more

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What's included in hourly vs. package pricing?

Hourly production ($175-375/hour) includes studio access, crew (if selected), and recording—you receive raw files. Package services (Podcast $1,575, Corporate starting at $1,575) include complete post-production, AI-powered optimization, and finished deliverables.

What is Ampersand AI?

Ampersand AI is a tool our editors use to identify the most engaging moments in your content. It analyzes speech patterns, audience engagement metrics, and platform algorithms to suggest high-performing clips. Our production team reviews these recommendations and applies their expertise to curate and optimize the final clips for each platform (Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, LinkedIn). It's professional judgment enhanced by data-driven insights.

Do you work on-location or just in-studio?

We offer both in-studio and on-location production. Our Downtown San Diego studio is perfect for controlled environments, while we bring full production capabilities to your office, event venue, or any location.

Can I just rent the studio space?

Yes! Our Studio Rental option ($175/hour) provides access to the space only. You bring your own equipment and crew.

Do you offer volume discounts?

Yes. Season packages for podcasts receive significant per-episode discounts: 6 episodes ($1,330-1,400/ep), 12 episodes ($1,250-1,350/ep), 24+ episodes ($1,150-1,250/ep).

LET'S CREATE SOMETHING GREAT

Ready to tell your story? Schedule a consultation to discuss your production needs.