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Creativehandbook
17631 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA
•Creative Handbook operates as a comprehensive online directory serving the entertainment production industry across California and select other states. Based in Encino, California, the platform connects producers, production companies, and creative professionals with thousands of vetted vendors and service providers.
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Creative Handbook operates as a comprehensive online directory serving the entertainment production industry across California and select other states. Based in Encino, California, the platform connects producers, production companies, and creative professionals with thousands of vetted vendors and service providers.
The directory is organized by nine major categories:
| Category | What You'll Find |
|---|---|
| Locations & Stages | Backlots, studios, sound stages, green screens, warehouses, ranches, standing sets |
| Equipment | Cameras, drones, cranes, generators, lighting, grip, motion control, teleprompters |
| Transportation | Air charter, trucks, trailers, limos, honeywagons, car prep, freight |
| Costumes & Wardrobe | Costume rentals, military uniforms, vintage clothing, formal wear, accessories |
| Props & Sets | Weapons, period pieces, furniture, fabrication, animatronics, greenery |
| Post Production | Audio post, editing, color correction, sound design, visual FX, dubbing |
| Events & Venues | Staging, AV services, catering, LED displays, rigging, tents |
| Production Support | Insurance, payroll, security, stunt drivers, animal handlers, barricades |
| Industry Resources | Trade shows, film commissions, guilds, associations, unions |
Regional Coverage: Originally focused on Los Angeles and Southern California production, Creative Handbook has expanded to include listings in: - Georgia - Louisiana - Nevada - New York
Search-Ready: The directory allows producers to filter by region, service type, and specific needs. Whether sourcing a 31,500 sq ft soundstage in DTLA with 1,200 amps of power and 26-foot clear height, or finding stunt helicopter services with the largest available fleet, Creative Handbook connects buyers with vendors.
Industry News & Education: Beyond the directory, Creative Handbook publishes regular industry articles covering topics like: - Certificates of Insurance (COI) requirements and best practices - Venue spotlights (soundstages, automotive pads, film locations) - Post-production trends - Production insurance fundamentals
Production professionals can also advertise their services on Creative Handbook, making it both a discovery platform and a vendor listing service.
The platform serves: - Feature film producers - Television production companies - Streaming service productions - Commercial production agencies - Photography studios - Event planners and production companies - Independent filmmakers - Equipment rental houses - Post-production facilities
Mailing Address: 17631 Ventura Blvd., Suite 320 Encino, CA 91316
Office Phone: (818) 752-3200
Businesses interested in being listed or advertising their services can contact Creative Handbook directly through their website contact form.
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