Eastern Effects, Inc.

07/04/2025

Do something kind and generous for someone else today. Celebrate the people who matter to you in your life. Think about how we can make our world and country a better place for all. Support your neighbors and community.
Enjoy the day. See you Monday!

07/01/2025

Thank you to the Westchester County Film for highlighting our exclusive stage lighting partnership with HAVEN Studios NY! Proud to be their equipment partner. Take advantage of the new and improved NY State Tax incentives today!

06/30/2025

A busy day here at Eastern Effects in Kearny for our virtual production feature at Suite 120. Helen made sure all went smoothly, along with sucking up any morsel of food she could find on the set today!

06/28/2025

Very excited to announce Eastern Effects, Inc.’s new 12,000 sq foot multi-use stage adjacent to our 36,000+ sq foot stage in Kearny, NJ. The stage can accommodate and complement our customers in our big stage or as an individual stage. The space also features Virtual Production, powered by Be Electric. Come check it out!!

Scott Levy making his debut as a stand-in for for the maiden voyage of Virtual Production at newly opened 12,000 sq ft multi-use stage, Suite 120 (adjacent to our 36,000+ stage) in Kearny, NJ. VP is powered by and . Come take advantage of the NJ Tax Incentives and our location lighting. We’ve got you covered!!

06/28/2025

Scott Levy making his debut as a stand-in for for the maiden voyage of Virtual Production at newly opened 12,000 sq ft multi-use stage, Suite 120 (adjacent to our 36,000+ stage) in Kearny, NJ. VP is powered by and . Come take advantage of the NJ Tax Incentives and our location lighting. We’ve got you covered!!

06/23/2025

🌟 Honored to have been a part of the Awards held at Gracie Mansion, celebrating the incredible contributions of Tracy Morgan, Michelle Buteau, Celia Costas, and Darren Aronofsky to NYC's film and TV industry! 🎬 Michelle Buteau gave Mayor Adams a run for his money with her unforgettable acceptance speech!

It was a fantastic evening filled with great conversations, reconnecting with old friends, and meeting new ones. We’re proud to have our studios and location lighting play a role in the for over 26 years! Here’s to many more! 💡✨

06/09/2025

Most recently used on the set of Jimmy Fallon’s new series, On Brand, we’re excited to let you know that the Vortex24 (V24) is now available for rental from Eastern Effects. Building on the foundation of the Vortex8, the Vortex24 amplifies output threefold, while its larger form factor reduces the need for multiple units and simplifies rigging, especially on Elevated Work Platforms (EWP) or Condors.

Designed with 24 directional pixel zones, the Vortex24 allows for complex lighting effects like replicating the dynamics of fire or motion, with seamless dimming across intensities all while maintaining color accuracy, free from drift.

The Vortex24’s efficient design draws 1950W, making it compatible with standard circuits and featuring a ‘House Power’ mode for 15A circuits. The integration of a built-in ballast means easier storage and transport, allowing for streamlined packing in lighting carts and
trucks, optimizing your workflow on the go.

Want to learn more? Contact [email protected] or call 718-855-1197.

V24 - Expansive Coverage. Powerful Input.

06/06/2025

Last Thursday, the crew at Eastern Effects, including founders Scott Levy and Chris Hayes, gathered at Brooklyn Workforce Innovations’ 25th Anniversary celebration to honor our milestone of over 25 years in the Film & TV industry. The event also celebrated BWI’s 25 years of dedication to supporting underserved communities in NYC through workforce development programs, including the Made in New York Production Assistant program. The evening was vibrant, filled with an incredible group of elected officials, city agencies, and industry friends coming together to recognize this significant achievement. The event also celebrated BWI graduates like Tiphany Malloy, who shared with us the incredible achievements she’s accomplished as a graduate of the BWI training program.

We are immensely grateful for the recognition of Eastern Effects’ successes, our dedicated team, and our contributions to the community. Thank you, BWI! .lander NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment Sheryl Victor Levy

05/29/2025

Check out this docuseries trailer (and a corresponding Michelob ULTRA spot) produced by CBS Sports and shot at Eastern Effects’ 10 Basin Studios in New Jersey featuring USMNT Captain Christian Pulisic. The docuseries showcases Pulisic’s stardom as it reaches new heights, with unprecedented access to his life on and off the pitch. Cameras capture Pulisic’s journey in meeting the demands of global stardom while he prepares for the biggest moment of his career – the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup on home soil in New Jersey.��From soccer dreams to lottery hopes, fashion spots featuring A-list talent, cutting-edge EVs, and life-saving medicines — we’ve got you covered for your next commercial production! With studio spaces on both sides of the Hudson and top-notch location lighting, we’re ready to bring your creative vision to life.

05/27/2025

Grip sandwich here at Eastern Effects’ 10 Basin Studios and the mill is a buzz with our current feature! Pictured with Chris and Scott are Eric Gearity and Johnny Erbes-Chan.

05/15/2025

We proudly support the Made in NY Production Assistant Program by having hosted hundreds of Brooklyn Workforce Innovation’s trainees for on-location visits and hands-on learning opportunities, while also hiring program alumni to help nurture the next generation of talent in the industry. Eastern Effects is honored to be recognized at BWI's 25th Annual Gala for supporting the Made in NY PA program and our 26th year in business on Thursday, May 29th, in Brooklyn.

Founded in 1999, Eastern Effects is one of the largest mid-market providers of studios and location lighting rentals in the New York City Metro area. With over 100,000 square feet of studio and warehouse space on both sides of the Hudson River, we are dedicated to exceeding customer expectations with high-quality equipment and exceptional service.