A film and photo studio with large windows and warm lighting on the upper floors at Highlight Studios.
A rooftop deck with wood flooring, potted plants, and surrounding city buildings at Highlight Studios.
A photo studio with a skylight, large floor-to-ceiling windows, and hardwood floors at Highlight Studios.
A photo studio with hardwood floors, large windows with sheer coverings, and a professional lighting setup at Highlight Studios.

Highlight Studios

Photo / Film Studio

#41 of 380 Photo Shoot venues in Manhattan
#26 of 241 Art Studio venues in New York City
  2 reviews  â€“ 
36 East 30th Street, New York, NY 10016 –
Midtown, New York City, NY
From $107
hire fee
Up to 50
standing
Venue doesn't offer catering
Parking available
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Griffin Shapiro
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Response rate: 100%
Response time: Within a few hours
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Excellent communication - 5/5
2 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 5. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Spaces for hire at Highlight Studios

Rooftop Deck at Highlight Studios
Rooftop Deck
Outdoor Space
·
Private space
50 standing
Book 5 hr. minimum
A Rooftop Deck is available for open-air shoots and events like fundraising, product launches, workshops, cocktail parties, different types of corporate events, and more. The roof must be rented in addition to Studios A or B. No temporary access is allowed, it is must be rented for a half or full-day.
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Air conditioner
from $130 hire fee
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Studio A at Highlight Studios
Studio A
Photo Studio
·
Private space
30 standing
Book 8 hr. minimum
Located on our top floor, Studio A is an authentic north-light studio built to optimal specifications established in the 1850s. North-light photo studios were made famous in the 20th century by icons including Irving Penn and Richard Avedon. The space has a sloped, north-facing wall of non-UV coated windows that allows for continuous soft light...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Storage space
Air conditioner
from $200 hire fee
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Studio B at Highlight Studios
Studio B
Photo Studio
·
Private space
20 standing
Book 8 hr. minimum
Studio B is 500 sq ft and has been constructed with a north-facing wall of windows. This intimate space is ideal for smaller productions such as still-life, castings, and low-budget portrait sessions. Studio B is located just below Studio A on the 3rd Floor. Studio B is perfect for low-budget shoots and is located conveniently next to our EQ room...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Air conditioner
from $107 hire fee
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
Communication
5.0
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K
KAYA
Verified review
Excellent communication
responded kindly even though they don't host events
5.0
BW
Becca W.
Verified review
Excellent communication
I was pleased with the way the venue manager responded to my inquiry. His response was nice and informative.
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $107–$200 hire fee per hour
Studio A
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $200 hire fee per hour
Studio B
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $107 hire fee per hour
Rooftop Deck
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $130 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $107–$200 hire fee per hour
Studio A
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $200 hire fee per hour
Studio B
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $107 hire fee per hour
Rooftop Deck
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $130 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $107–$200 hire fee per hour
Studio A
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $200 hire fee per hour
Studio B
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $107 hire fee per hour
Rooftop Deck
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $130 hire fee per hour
Thursday
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $107–$200 hire fee per hour
Studio A
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $200 hire fee per hour
Studio B
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $107 hire fee per hour
Rooftop Deck
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $130 hire fee per hour
Friday
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $107–$200 hire fee per hour
Studio A
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $200 hire fee per hour
Studio B
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $107 hire fee per hour
Rooftop Deck
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $130 hire fee per hour
Saturday
Closed

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 50
standing
External catering allowed
Parking available
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Highlight Studios

Highlight Studios is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

Highlight Studios occupies a multi-storey building whose large street-facing windows and glazed top floor deliver abundant natural light across the floors.

Venue highlights: The venue provides a cargo lift for moving equipment between floors and accepts bookings via online appointments. Multiple rentable areas include a rooftop deck and street-level studios.

Best for: Photography and film production, including commercial and editorial stills and motion work.

Location: The East 30th Street area provides free off‑site parking for crew vehicles. The area is an urban commercial street corridor with street-level frontage suitable for equipment load-ins.

What guests say: The studio is comfortable and suitable for events.

highlightstudios.nyc •
+1 917-288-0343

FAQ

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At Highlight Studios, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Free on-street parking is available

Highlight Studios is located at 36 East 30th Street, in Midtown, New York City, NY.

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