Designed by working Film and Television professional Jon Olb - Spicks and Specks, Mad As Hell, The Weekly, Adventures of Lano & Woodley, The Chase, Thank God You're Here, Talkin' bout Your Generation and Many More,
HitMaker Studios is a boutique production facility in the heart of Port Melbourne. It features a medium-sized sound stage, Twin Cycloramas (Chroma Green Screen and Matte White),
smaller photography & socials/chat/virtual/interview/streaming studio, live-cross/interview studios
and additional areas such as makeup, green room, control areas and multi-purpose spaces.
There is an entire floor of production offices and creative suites for short/medium-term.
Combined with almost 360° of theatrical black drapes, professional sound treatment,
easy load-in, 100 pax audience permit and FREE ALL DAY PARKING in all directions,
HitMaker Studios is the most diverse production studio hire in Melbourne.
We can also provide Crew and Production Equipment.
The business is specifically designed to cater for medium-sized productions
with limited crew and resources. Our studios and production facilities include
integrated SDI and Ethernet, and the building itself embraces green energy efficiency
with some solar power generation and medical grade air purification (so important since COVID) complementing regular heating and cooling available in the main Production Studio.
HitMaker is a BIG open soundproof space
also used for publicity shoots, concert rehearsals, camera tests, market research and series production
Filmed at HitMaker
WHO'S VISITED US?
John Cleese, Sam Neill, Paul Hogan,
Delta Goodrem, Tom Gleeson, Ash Barty,
Shane Warne, Magda Szubanski,
Eric Bana, David Wenham, Matt Preston,
Karen Gillan, Dave Hughes, Stephen Curry,
Shaun Micallef, Chrissie Swan, Shane Crawford,
Joel Creasey, Anne Edmonds, Dylan Alcott,
Jimeoin, Nick "Honey Badger" Cummins,
Angourie Rice, Andy Allen, Francis Greenslade,
Urzila Carlson, Bruce McAvaney, Sigrid Thornton,
Ed Kavalee, Roz Hammond, Lehmo,
Jimmy Rees, Amy Shark, Stephen Hall,
Mia Rodriguez, Sam Simmons, Kerry Armstrong,
Troy Kinne, Darren McMullen, Melissa Leong,
Max Gawn, Kevin Harrington, Trevor Marmalade,
Tash Sultana, Lleyton Hewitt, Sam Mac,
Angus & Julia Stone, Lawrence Mooney, Bailey Smith,
Andy Lee, Nazeem Hussain, Emily Taheny,
Andrew Gaze, Mark Howard, Tosh Greenslade,
Sam Pang, Adam Dovile, Fifi, Fev & Nick,
Kates McLennan & McCartney (the 2 Kates),
Allan Border, Jamie Maclaren, Dave O'Neil,
Tony Martin, Steve Bisley, Stephen Peacocke,
Kaitlyn Dever, Ashley Zukerman, Aisha Dee,
Eddie McGuire, Ivan Aristeguieta, Mitch McTaggart,
Alycia Debnam-Carey, Khanh Ong, Pretty Girl,
Phoebe Dynevor, Pat Cash, Shaynna Blaze,
Missy Higgins, Robert Connolly, Emma Freedman,
John Bertrand, Bernard Curry, Ben Shewry,
Sam Reid, Bring Me The Horizon,
Sally Pearson, Mark Skaife, Gerry Ryan,
Slipknot, Knee High Spies, Dyson Daniels
...and of course many more!
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Testimonials
Nothing speaks louder than the words of those who have worked here. Here are a few testimonials from producers, directors, and creatives who have made HitMaker Studios their production home:
• Lou Spargo – Two Tractors Films: “We love filming at HitMaker Studios – the sound proof stage and facilities are fantastic. The team are super accommodating and helpful leading up to shoots and on the day to ensure shoots run as seamlessly as possible.”
• Ben Miller – Videographer, Forever Digital: “Hitmaker is my new go-to studio. The staff are very friendly and helpful. I filmed some green screen interviews and was extremely happy with the results. The studios are sound treated which makes a world of difference. They have many options and facilities to suit any size production.”
• Bryan Cockerill – The Full Box Productions: “Hitmaker is our go-to studio when we’re filming in Melbourne. The facilities are first rate and Jon and the team are total professionals.”
• Alice Shaw – Project Manager, AME Management: “Jon and the team at Hitmaker make the studio experience a breeze. They were able to provide a space to use with short turnaround and were extremely accommodating during our time there.”
• Alex Fisk – Stellantis (Alfa Romeo/PlayStation Event): “The team at Hitmaker were consummate professionals the whole way through… On the day itself the team went above and beyond in making sure the space was exactly how we needed it. The space was perfect for our needs. We’ll definitely be using Hitmaker again.”
• Rachel Steele – Freelance Production Manager: “Hitmaker Studios is a great sound proofed studio located in Port Melbourne, the facilities are great in terms of studio / wardrobe / make up / green room / kitchenette etc and the staff always keep the studio and shared areas spotless. Hitmaker introduced extra cleaning and easy to follow Covid Safe rules in 2020 so you can feel relaxed about filming there in terms of health and safety. The studio staff are really helpful and lovely to deal with. Parking is also really easy in the streets surrounding the studio…”
• Ryan Spanger – Dream Engine (Video Production Agency): “I recently hired the studio at Hitmaker. The staff were friendly and helpful, the studio was clean and quiet, and had all the facilities that I needed. Highly recommended.”
• Mal Dwyer – Gizmodo Producer: “I’ve used many studios over the years, but I found Hitmaker has a number of great things going for it:
1. Location: Off Williamstown road, very easy to get to.
2. Parking: There are about 4 spots available and plenty off street – this is great.
3. Access: ground floor, easy wheel in of gear.
4. Amenities: Coffee shop across the road.
I used the small green screen studio for a piece to camera. I found the size really perfect and the end result was great. The studio was not echoey, but compact, intimate, with a bit of spill-off space in the attached room to cope with Covid issues. Makeup rooms are an extra cost, but I see why – they are good rooms with makeup lights and are comfy for talent. It all looks very clean, neat and professional.”
We’re incredibly proud of these testimonials – they reflect our commitment to creating a positive experience and great results for our clients. Many of our first-time clients become regulars after one project here, which we take as the ultimate compliment.