Video Production in Brooklyn
SHMONG TV is a Brooklyn video production company based at 68 Jay St in DUMBO. Brooklyn is our home borough, so a shoot here rarely means a long haul, a rushed load-in, or a crew that doesn't know the block. We've been filming across New York City since 2003, and much of that work happens within a few minutes of our door.
If you're searching for a videographer in Brooklyn, you probably have a date, a venue, and a rough idea of what you need. Tell us those three things and we'll send a written quote within 24 hours, usually the same day. Below is what shooting in Brooklyn actually looks like: the neighborhoods, the venues, the logistics clients ask about, and the services that fit.
Our DUMBO home base
Our office sits at 68 Jay St, Suite 201, in DUMBO (11201), a block from the cobblestones and cast-iron loft buildings that make this one of the most-filmed corners of New York. From here we serve all of Brooklyn, plus the other four boroughs, Long Island, Westchester, and northern New Jersey. Being local matters more than it sounds: our travel time to a Downtown Brooklyn conference, a Williamsburg rooftop, or a Prospect Park ceremony is short, so gear arrives early and setup isn't a scramble.
We shoot on 4K cinema cameras (RED and Sony FX), fly DJI drones with FAA-licensed pilots, and light and mic every scene properly. Editing happens in Adobe Premiere and DaVinci Resolve. Every production includes all of your raw footage at no charge, and every edit comes with two rounds of revisions.
Neighborhoods we shoot in
Brooklyn isn't one look, it's a dozen. Where you shoot shapes the whole film, so here's how the borough tends to break down:
- DUMBO & Brooklyn Bridge Park: waterfront, the Manhattan Bridge framed down Washington Street, cobblestones, and skyline backdrops. Great for brand films, proposals, and anything that wants New York in one frame.
- Williamsburg & Greenpoint: industrial lofts, rooftops, the East River waterfront, and warehouse event spaces. A go-to for music videos, brand activations, and nightlife recaps.
- Bushwick: murals, raw studio spaces, and gallery venues. Strong for fashion, music, and social content with texture.
- Bed-Stuy: brownstones and cultural venues; we've filmed at Sankofa Haus here.
- Park Slope & Prospect Park: tree-lined streets and the park itself for weddings, family, and outdoor coverage.
- Brooklyn Heights: the Promenade and classic brownstone blocks for elegant, quieter shoots.
- Red Hook: harbor views, working waterfront, and open industrial spaces.
- Downtown Brooklyn: offices, hotels, and Barclays Center for corporate and arena-scale content.
For larger productions, industrial anchors like the Brooklyn Navy Yard and Industry City in Sunset Park offer studio-grade space, freight access, and rooftops with skyline and harbor views.
What we've filmed nearby
We keep this list to facts. In Brooklyn, SHMONG has filmed at Barclays Center (arena content that's in our 4K reel), Prospect Park, the DUMBO / Brooklyn Bridge Park area around our base, and Sankofa Haus in Bed-Stuy. Across New York City we've delivered more than 4,500 projects, including over 500 weddings, and we've worked with brands including Nike, MAC, and LinkedIn. Our reviews average 4.9 stars from 170+ Google reviews.
Shoots that are common in Brooklyn
The borough draws a particular mix of work, and our services line up with it:
- Corporate events & conferences in Downtown Brooklyn and at Barclays Center — see corporate event video.
- Brand films & commercials shot in Williamsburg and Bushwick lofts, and customer testimonials & interviews in clean studio settings.
- Weddings in Prospect Park, Brooklyn Heights, and DUMBO — see wedding video.
- Music videos using industrial and waterfront backdrops — see music video production.
- Nightlife, concert & festival recaps from Williamsburg and Greenpoint venues — see nightlife recaps.
- Real estate listing video with drone for Brooklyn brownstones and new developments — see real estate video and drone.
- Video podcasts with multi-cam and full post — see podcast production.
- Social reels and vertical cut-downs, plus editing-only if you already have footage.
Local logistics that matter
Brooklyn rewards planning. A few things clients ask about before we lock a date:
Permits and insurance. Shooting on public streets, in parks, or in some plazas can require a city film permit and proof of insurance, and drone flights are governed by FAA rules and NYC restrictions. As a general rule for New York shoots, tripods on a sidewalk with a small crew often don't need a permit, while blocking traffic, reserving parking, or filming in a park usually does. We plan around this so nothing stalls on the day.
Loading and parking. In DUMBO, Williamsburg, and Park Slope, curb space is tight and cobblestone streets slow load-in. We scout access ahead of time and build in extra minutes so gear is set before your call time.
Noise and light. Waterfront and rooftop shoots depend on weather and wind, and industrial spaces vary wildly in available light — which is why we bring our own lighting and wireless lavs rather than counting on the room.
Travel and timing. From our DUMBO base, most of Brooklyn is a short trip, so we can start early. For golden-hour skyline shots on the waterfront, early morning and late afternoon are best; late spring through early fall gives the most reliable outdoor conditions. Barclays Center and other venues run on their own event and security schedules, so we coordinate with the venue in advance.
How a shoot works
Here's the timeline from first message to final file:
- Tell us the details. Send your date, location, and what you need by email or the contact form.
- Get a written quote within 24 hours (usually the same day). Booking starts at a $1,000 minimum with a 2-hour minimum on site.
- Lock the date. A 50% deposit holds it; the balance is due after.
- Pre-production. We confirm the run of show, scout access, and handle permit and insurance questions where they apply.
- Shoot day. Our crew arrives early to load in, light, and mic before your call time.
- Delivery. Raw footage lands in 24-48 hours, and the finished edit in 5-7 business days, with two rounds of revisions. A 48-hour rush is available when you need it faster.
What clients say
From a client, Martwain Johnston: "Hands down Best video production crew in New York City! Jerry took care of all my needs and more exceeded my expectations!"
Start your Brooklyn shoot
Tell us your date, location, and what you need. We'll send a written quote within 24 hours — email contact@shmong.tv or use the contact form. Want to see the work first? Browse the portfolio and case studies.
Planning a shoot in New York?
Tell us the date, the location and what you need delivered. You'll get a written quote within 24 hours — usually the same day. All raw footage is included with every production.
Get a free quoteFrequently asked questions
Do you cover all of Brooklyn?
Yes. We're based in DUMBO at 68 Jay St and shoot across the whole borough — DUMBO, Williamsburg, Bushwick, Bed-Stuy, Park Slope, Brooklyn Heights, Red Hook, Greenpoint, Downtown Brooklyn and beyond — plus all five boroughs, Long Island, Westchester, and northern New Jersey.
Can you fly a drone over the Brooklyn waterfront?
We fly DJI drones with FAA-licensed pilots and plan flights around FAA rules and NYC restrictions. Some locations near bridges, the harbor, and controlled airspace need extra clearance, so we confirm what's allowed for your specific spot before the shoot.
Do I need a permit to film in Prospect Park or on a Brooklyn street?
It depends on the setup. In general, filming in a city park or blocking a street, sidewalk, or parking usually requires a permit and insurance, while a small crew with a tripod on a sidewalk often does not. We handle these questions during pre-production so the day runs smoothly.
How fast will I get my Brooklyn video?
Raw footage is delivered in 24-48 hours and finished edits in 5-7 business days, with two rounds of revisions. A 48-hour rush is available when you need it sooner.
What's the minimum to book?
Bookings start at a $1,000 minimum with a 2-hour minimum on site. Every project is quoted individually, and you'll have a written quote within 24 hours. All raw footage is always included at no charge.
Can you shoot at Barclays Center or a large venue?
Yes. We've filmed arena content at Barclays Center, and we coordinate with venue event and security teams in advance so access, load-in, and timing are set before the crew arrives.