Lighting for Video Production

Steve Senn Productions LLC is a video production crew located in the heart of Nashville.

We serve clients all over the Music City area and the South Eastern States with professional Lighting and Video Production. 

Our Nashville Video Production company offers expert Production Lighting with our location video production services.

We offer full-service location production including lighting and Grip equipment.

Steve Senn Productions offers a wide range of motion picture Video Lighting products for your shoot, including Lite Panels L.E.D., HMI, Lite Gear Lite Mat, Kino Flo lighting as well as chimera soft boxes, just to name a few of the specialty lights available for filming video.

Do you hate how you look on camera?

Some people say, “it depends on how the lighting is.” It’s quite interesting how different the same person can look on video with various types of lighting and angles. At Steve Senn Productions, getting flattering shots of our clients is paramount to a successful shoot.

Professional Green Screen Video Production Services

Lighting - Video Production:

We offer only the best lighting equipment for video production in the music city. Our Nashville Video Production team brings the best production equipment and lighting to your shoot to make sure you have exactly what you need.
Lite Panels Astra Bi Color LED (3)
3 in inventory. Litepanels continues to expand and enhance their formidable LED line with the introduction of the Astra 6X Bi-Color LED Panel that is 6x the brightness of the original Bi-Color 1x1. As in previous versions of the 1x1 form factor, the Astra has variable tungsten to daylight color temperature with negligible color shift, 0-100% dimming and a universal (100-240 VAC) adapter. You can also run on 13-24 VDC batteries with separate purchase of a V-Mount or Gold Mount battery plate. The technological advancement and enhancement is evident in the high CRI and significantly increased brightness due to the use of tightly-binned LEDs and fine-tuned TIR (Total Internal Reflection) optics, resulting in a longer throw over a wider field. Another addition is the Astra Bi-Color's Dual Cooling. Choose the fan/convection mode or run silent with the field-replaceable fan off. You can control the Astra's functions locally or remotely with separate purchase of a DMX module. The Astra 6X Bi-Color comes with both US and EU power cables and a removable 5/8" TVMP connecter for hanging or stand mounting. Two 1/4"-20 female taps offer alternate mounting points.

High Output
  • High performance LEDs with custom paired optics
  • Higher intensity
     equals longer throw with wider effective beam spread

Superior Color Reproduction
  • High color rendition (CRI)

Efficient Thermal Management
  • Ultra-quiet active cooling mode

Smooth Dimming from 0-100%
  • No noticeable color shift throughout the entire range
  • Flicker-free at any frame rate or shutter angle

Flexible, Modular Concept
  • Optional communications module allows the brightness, color temperature, and cooling mode to be controlled via DMX512 protocol (additional module options under development)
  • Optional yoke mounted Gold Mount or V-Mount battery plates
  • External power supply
  • Field-replaceable fan module

Modern Fixture Design
  • Easily identifiable and ergonomic manual controls for dimming, color, and power status
  • Aluminum I-beam core construction to provide maximum durability and superior thermal management
  • Aluminum accessory mounting points and lens/filter rails
  • End cap exhaust vents angle downward to direct air flow away from the fixture and help prevent foreign material from entering
  • Durable, industry standard 3-pin XLR locking power connector

Custom Curved Yoke Design
  • Wide, unobstructed tilt range
  • Yoke mounted power supply and optional battery plates with dual integrated cable guides
  • Removable TVMP connector for flexible mounting options
  • Two alternate 1/4"-20 mounting points
Lite Gear - Lite Mat
​3 Bi Color LED (3)
2 in inventory. Building on the success of the original LiteMat, with its thin and ultra lightweight housing, soft color-correct Hybrid (bi-color) output, and convenient mounting options, the S2 LiteMat takes lighting to the next level. The new S2 LiteMat is nearly 40% brighter than the original LiteMat, has better color quality, and a widely extended Kelvin range all without an increase in power draw. In addition, overall CRI increased to 95+ with a matching TLCI of more than 95 as well. With all of these tremendous advancements, S2 LiteMat remains compatible with all existing LiteDimmers, LitePower supplies, and cables. The S2 LiteMat 3 is based on three “tiled” light engine measuring 9.5 in. x 19 in. (240 mm x 480 mm). The head unit features 864 genuine CineMitter LEDs and is covered by a thin, clear polycarbonate layer and bordered entirely with Velcro® “loop” fastener. Mounting is provided with a Kino Flo® compatible, removable gimbal mount. The “soft-through-pixelization” method allows the LiteMat 2 to achieve surprisingly bright light levels while remaining under 1 in. (25 mm) thick and weighing just 4.7 lb (2.1 kg).
Jab Hurricane LED Weatherproof LED 800W
The AAdynTech JAB Hurricane is the most powerful compact all-weather IP65 rated LED fixture available on the market today. It delivers an impressive 2,443 fc @ 10 feet while consuming only 1.77 amps at full power and can also be operated via 28.8 volt DC battery power making it ideal for any remote production where power is limited. The IP65 rating totally protects the Hurricane from dust and water from any direction. The JAB Hurricane boasts fan-less convection cooling. Specially designed holographic lenses provide high optical efficiency by creating a single light-source, eliminating multiple shadows. These four quick change lenses vary the beam angle between between very narrow, narrow, medium and flood while maintaining a flat, even illumination field. Passive convection cooling provides silent operation and instant ON at all times ensures no warm-up wait time on set.
The IP65 Hurricane has a Daylight CCT of 5600K, and compliments the AAdynTech JAB Series which is available in two other standard models; Daylight and Variable. Special order models are available in Tungsten and Daylight High Speed (100,000 fps), all to fit your creative needs without sacrificing output or color-temperature. The Hurricane can be controlled manually via local on-board controls, DMX or AAdynTech’s optional wired UIM Digital Remote. The UIM for the Hurricane is also rated at IP65 for outdoor use. The JAB Hurricane is offered standalone or as several complete Kits all of which include a weather-proof molded ATA Mil-Spec road case with wheels/handle and various accessory components. A host of options for the Hurricane are available including; barn doors, speed rings, light banks, filters and more. For those tough field assignments in driving rain, blizzards or where available power is questionable, the JAB Hurricane is the professional choice.
Kino Flo Diva 400 (3)
3 in inventory. The Kino Flo Diva-Lite 400 series fluorescent fixture is especially designed for digital video capture. The Diva-Lite portable dimmiming soft lights bring Kino Flo's advanced professional lighting to the digital video generation.
Kino Flo Diva 200 (2)
2 in inventory. The Kino Flo Diva-Lite 200 series fluorescent fixture is especially designed for digital video capture. The Diva-Lite portable dimmiming soft lights bring Kino Flo's advanced professional lighting to the digital video generation.
Nila Varsa Single Deluxe Daylight V2
LED Kit (2)
2 in inventory. 
Nila Varsa 2 Specs Light Fixture
Beam Angle10 to 80° 
Color Temperature5600K
Cooling SystemPassive
DimmingYes, 0 to 100% (Continuous)
DisplayLCD
Housing MaterialAluminum
Photometrics1200 fc / 13,000 lux at 10' / 3 m
Expected Lamp Life60000 Hours
Fixture DimensionsOverall: 7.0 x 6.5 x 7.0" / 17.8 x 16.5 x 17.8 cm 
Fixture Weight10 lb / 4.54 kg (Including Yoke)
Mole-Richardson DigiMole 400W HMI Open Face
The Mole-Richardson DigiMole 400W HMI Open Face 1 Light Pro Kit is a compact and lightweight fixture that will focus from spot to flood in one motion. The DigiMole is perfect for the lighting pro on the go. Now there's an affordable solution for all your daylight lighting applications.
Arri 650 Fresnel (3)
3 in inventory. The ARRI Fresnel series is ideal for use where compact, lightweight tungsten Fresnel spotlights are required, especially in small studios where grid height is a problem. Classic ARRI construction, using corrosion-resistant, extruded, die cast aluminium, maximises body strength while maintaining the light weight of a location fixture. Despite the small size of ARRI Fresnels, their short focal length, wide angle lenses produce impressive light output and good light distribution over the full beam area. ARRI Fresnels are available in both manual and pole-operated versions.
Arri 150 Fresnel (3)
3 in inventory. The ARRI Fresnel series is ideal for use where compact, lightweight tungsten Fresnel spotlights are required, especially in small studios where grid height is a problem. Classic ARRI construction, using corrosion-resistant, extruded, die cast aluminium, maximises body strength while maintaining the light weight of a location fixture. Despite the small size of ARRI Fresnels, their short focal length, wide angle lenses produce impressive light output and good light distribution over the full beam area. ARRI Fresnels are available in both manual and pole-operated versions.
Arri 1K Open Face (1)
The ARRILITE 1000 is an open face, focusing tungsten floodlight ideal for ENG (Electronic News Gathering), field production and fast turn around location use. The specially designed reflector gives a balance between controllability, efficiency and provides an exceptionally even field of illumination.
Source Four Jr
​Zoom 60 Degree (2)
2 in inventory. The power of a Source Four Ellipsoidal in a compact and economical size! The smaller-scale Source Four jr uses the same technology that made the standard Source Four famous. That means unsurpassed imaging and beam quality. Compared to many conventional 650W and 1000W ellipsoidal spotlights, Source Four jr's 575 watts still deliver an even brighter light and offer the flexibility of multiple HPL lamp options and interchangeable lenses. The Source Four jr is perfect for -- but never limited to -- smaller theater venues, churches, schools, industrials, and any other application where affordability, space-savings and great performance are the criteria.

FEATURES:
  • 26, 36, and 50 fixed-field angles
  • Rated up to 575W
  • Interchangeable lens assemblies
  • Faceted dichroic reflector removes 90% of IR heat from beam
  • Two-plane stainless-steel shutter blade assembly
  • Tool-free lamp adjustment
  • Rugged die-cast aluminum construction
  • Accepts M-size gobos and drop-in iris
  • Supports ETC Dimmer Doubling (North America only)
bron Kobold DW200 PAR HMI Flight Kit (1)
​​This Kobold DW200 AC/DC PAR HMI Kit is based on the extremely compact Kobold DW200 focusable 200-Watt Daylight Focus Flood Light. The optimized design of the reflector achieves a high light output and a homogeneous illumination. The ergonomically positioned focusing knob enables focusing of 14-51°. This daylight fixture has a solid design, compact dimensions and maximum reliability for all applications in the studio and on location.
When the Kobold EWB-200 AC Ballast is connected to a 90-265 VAC source, this weather-resistant ballast will provide dimmable power to your fixture via its included head-to-ballast cable.
The Kobold BB200/C DC Ballast is for the DW200 HMI fixture. When connected to your 26-34 Volt Battery source, it will provide dimmable power to your fixture, in areas where AC current is not available.
Completing this kit are four lenses which alter the intensity and spread of the light, two wire scrims, a 4-leaf barndoor set, stand mount, 200-watt HMI hot restrike bulb, and an flight kit case.
DW200 Fixture
Focus
Use the rotary knob on the rear of the fixture to adjust focus; note the corresponding "flood" and "spot" symbols on the fixture label indicating the adjustment directions.
PAR Reflector
Installation is quick and without any tools, due to a locking mechanism. The optimized design of this reflector achieves a high light output and a homogeneous illumination.
Light Output: 
Spot: 44,940 lux / 4175 fc at 9.8' (3m) with no lens
Barndoor Set
To place the barn door on the fixture, slip it onto the impressed section of the ring and secure it with the knurled screw located opposite the recess. Pull the knurled screw and let it spring back into place; then tighten it to secure the barn door.
Hot Restrike Socket and switches are equipped to allow switching the fixture on and off repeatedly without the delay of waiting for the bulb to cool.
Bron Kobold DW 400 PAR 400-Watt HMI Flight Kit
The Kobold DW 400 PAR 400-Watt HMI Flight Kit 458 is built around the IP54-rated, weather-proof DW 400 lamp base which can withstand water splashing on the housing without harmful effect.
​The optimized design of the reflector achieves a high light output and a homogeneous illumination. The ergonomically positioned focusing knob enables focusing from 15-45°. This daylight fixture has a solid design, compact dimensions, and maximum reliability for all applications in the studio and on location.
When the Kobold AC EWB 400.575.800 Ballast is connected to a 90-265 VAC source, this weather-resistant unit will provide dimmable power to your fixture via its included head-to-ballast cable.
The kit includes a PAR reflector, 4-lens set, scrims, 4-leaf barndoors, 400 Watt HMI lamp, and an airline case.
Bron 400 Watt Fresnel
Recent investigations of Fresnel lens concentrator optics have shown that optical efficiency and module performance depend on lens temperature. In former works we have succeeded in modeling these effects, achieving very good agreement with measurements of silicone on glass (SOG) Fresnel lenses. In the work presented here, we combine this lens model with irradiation spectra and ambient temperature data at typical sites for concentrator photovoltaic power plants for a whole year of operation. The solar cell is simulated with a model based upon the detailed balance limit introduced by Shockley and Queisser. This concentrator photovoltaic system consisting of a triple junction solar cell and a Fresnel lens concentrator is simulated including changes in temperature and spectrum over daytime and during all seasons. Comparing two simulations, one with the Fresnel lens kept at constant temperature and one with a realistic temperature variation of the lens, allows us to analyze the impact of Fresnel lens temperature on system efficiency under realistic environmental conditions. In our analysis poly(methylmethacrylate) (PMMA) Fresnel lenses and SOG Fresnel lenses show comparable energy harvesting efficiency at close to market locations. 
Bron Kobold DW 800 HMI PAR 800-watt
​Flight Kit
Features a single HMI Fresnel. It does not make use of fans or other ways to cool the lamp. Instead, large, black anodized sockets, measuring 5.5" in diameter, combined with engineered top and bottom ventilation provides more than adequate cooling. In addition to the advances in cooling, a highly polished 11" reflector, producing over 95% reflectivity, was designed to work with the larger arc gap of the 24K lamp. The reflector, along with the 24.8" Borosilicate Fresnel lens, combine to produce unparalleled output and a perfectly smooth field from spot to floor
Extension Arms (2)
2 in inventory. The Pearstone 11" Articulating Arm is an arm used to mount small displays on prosumer and professional camcorders. The arm's unique design features a single-point locking mechanism, which gives the user maximum flexibility. Moving the display on multiple axes is quick and easy, allowing users to find the best possible viewing angle. In addition, the bottom verticle spacer piece is removeable to reveal a 1/4"-20 male screw, and the bottom shoe mount is removeable to reveal a 1/4"-20 female thread.

The full length of this arm (tip-to-tip) measures 11", and the usable extension range (end-joint to end-joint) measures 8.3".

Maximum mounting flexibility. Single point locking mechanism fits on any standard shoe mount
Light Stands (10)
10 in inventory. This 6' Impact Black Light Stand is one of the most economical light stands available. It has a 5/8" stud top with a 1/4"-20 thread.

  • For small light fixtures or boom arms.
C Stands (6)
6  in inventory. 
  • Made of pure metal, giving it a longer service time and exceptional strength for heavy duty.
  • Its height is adjustable,satisfying your various shooting needs.
  • Easily attach to other equipment with its knob and spiral screw.
  • Rubber padded,giving you a comfortable feeling and preventing it from sliding when you move.
  • Its sturdy 3 legs structure at the bottom ensures your equipments stable. Note: Stand only.  
2018 Mercedes
​sprinter 2500 crew van
​"margo"
We got the gear covered in our Mercedes Sprinter Van, Margo hauls the cargo!
green screen
​12'x12'
Through the magic of video effects and technology, you can superimpose your subjects onto virtual backgrounds, place them over animated digital backdrops or transport them to a desert oasis. You can shrink down a full-grown man so he can stand on a tabletop, use visual effects to make him fly through the sky like a superhero or simply simulate your own TV weather report. But to do it right, you’re going to need a lot of green.
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Now let’s talk Nashville Video Lighting basics to get you up to par.
The backlight will give you a pleasing depth to your shot and will separate the subject from its background. Backlighting is placed behind the subject and should provide light on the shoulders and head of the subject in focus.

The Key Light is exactly what it sounds like, it’s the main light. It will provide the dominant lighting for the subject. These are our main lights used to film the subject of the video.

The Fill Light is what can be called a supporting light for the key light. Usually it mirrors the key light at a lower intensity and should fill-in the shadows created by the key light, great for those morning baggy eyes.

When it comes to using the key and fill lights in combination, your set up really depends on what you want to accomplish. If you want a more dramatic appearance, then we set up the key light at a greater intensity to the fill light. This is a beautiful set up when you want contrast and drama.

Now here’s what we enjoy - if you really want a more flattering shot, and you do when we’re shooting corporate videos on those early mornings, we like to use key and fill lights at roughly the same intensity and create a nice even look across the subject’s face – avoiding the shadows for a pleasing look.