DP for Hire in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. We Show Up, Shoot, and Disappear Into Your Process.
SMP is the production crew marketing agencies, digital firms, and production companies hire when they need a skilled DP and full kit without bringing someone in-house. Sony FX6, three drones, multi-mic audio, fully insured, and a crew that follows your brief. Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Continental United States. Inquiry only.
Who We Work With as a Production Partner
Marketing agencies that offer video to clients but do not maintain an in-house production crew rely on us to execute their vision. Digital marketing firms that need video assets produced for campaigns they are running hire us to capture the raw material. Wedding and event production companies that need a second shooter or specialty rig bring us in for drone work, FPV flights, or anamorphic capture.
Other video production companies that need overflow crew or a specific capability regularly subcontract our operators. Brands and in-house marketing teams that have creative direction but need execution bring us on set to run the cameras.
For each of these partners, SMP adapts to the existing workflow. We take direction from the agency or production lead. We deliver footage in the agreed format without friction. Our job is to fill the capability gap seamlessly.
How We Work as Your Crew
WHITE LABEL: SMP operates under the agency's brand. Deliverables go out under the agency name. SMP does not contact the end client directly without authorization. NDA available on request.
DIRECT HIRE: The agency or production company connects SMP with the end client. SMP works transparently as a named subcontractor. The agency retains the relationship.
SMP takes direction from whoever is leading the shoot. Brief, shot list, call sheet. SMP works from whatever the agency provides. If no shot list exists, SMP can develop one. The crew does not improvise at the client's expense. We show up prepared to execute the plan you built.
What We Bring to Set
Video Cameras
Our primary cinema body is the Sony FX6. We support it with the Sony FX3 and Sony A7IV for multi-camera setups or tight spaces. We also carry a GoPro Hero 12 for specialized action or mounted shots.
Lenses
We run the Sony G Master 24-70mm f/2.8 as our primary workhorse. We support it with a Sigma 100-400mm, Tamron 35-150mm, and Tamron 17-28mm. We also carry two specialty anamorphic lenses. The Sirui 40mm T1.8 1.33x Autofocus and the Sirui 50mm T2.9 Full Frame 1.6x give you a true cinematic aspect ratio and flare when the project calls for it.
Drones
Our aerial capability covers any airspace requirement. We are fully FAA licensed and fly three distinct setups. The DJI Mavic 4 Pro handles high-end cinematic aerials. The DJI Mini 4 Pro allows us to operate in restricted or tight environments where larger drones cannot fly. The DJI Avata 2 FPV gives us dynamic, immersive movement for high-energy tracking shots and interior fly-throughs.
Audio
Audio capture is built around redundancy and flexibility. We boom with the Sennheiser MKE600 shotgun mic and carry a DJI Mic 2 three-pack for multi-subject wireless lavalier capture. Our kit also includes Rode Wireless Go, Zoom H1 and Tascam DR-05x 2-track recorders, a Zoom F2-BT lav, and a Sony IC recorder.
Lighting and Stabilization
We bring an Amaran 150C RGB with softbox, Aputure 60X with softbox, Aputure Mini softbox, and an Amaran 120P light panel. We fly the cameras on a DJI Ronin RS3 Pro gimbal for smooth tracking and carry an Elgato teleprompter and various ND filters to control exposure in any environment.
Turnaround, Travel, and Logistics
Turnaround: Raw footage is delivered within 24 to 72 hours depending on project scope. This is discussed and confirmed at booking. SMP does not hold footage.
Travel: Based in Stroudsburg, PA in Monroe County. Pennsylvania and New Jersey are the primary service areas with no additional travel charge within Monroe County. SMP is available for projects anywhere in the Continental United States. Travel costs are confirmed at booking.
Insurance: SMP is a fully insured production company. A certificate of insurance is available on request for agencies or venues that require it.
Pricing: Project-based. No published rate card. SMP will ask about budget allocation or rate expectations during the inquiry call so the quote reflects what is workable for the agency.
NDA: Available on request for white label engagements. SMP has operated invisibly on client projects and understands the value of protecting an agency's client relationships.
Multi-camera: SMP can run multi-camera setups from the gear list. If additional operators are needed, that is discussed at booking.
What It Looks Like When We're Your Crew
SMP produced an ongoing short-form series called "You Hired a Videographer" documenting real shoot days where SMP operated as the hired crew executing someone else's creative direction. The Kangaroof shoot is the most direct example. The client arrived with a script, editors lined up, and a clear vision. SMP's job was to capture the footage exactly as briefed and deliver it clean. No overstepping. No ego.
The series captures shoots across home services, construction, detailing, coaching, and education. Different industries, same operating standard. Show up prepared, follow the brief, deliver on time.
What Agencies Usually Ask
Do you sign NDAs?
Yes, on request. SMP can operate fully white label under the agency's brand.
Do you work from our shot list or develop your own?
Both. SMP works from any brief, shot list, or call sheet the agency provides. If none exists, SMP can develop one from a scoping call.
What format do you deliver footage in?
Discussed at booking based on the agency's editing workflow. SMP can deliver in multiple formats and codec options.
Can you operate multi-camera?
Yes. SMP carries three Sony bodies and can run multi-camera setups. If additional operators are needed beyond what SMP can handle, that is discussed at booking.
Do you do drone work?
Yes. FAA licensed. Three drones. DJI Mavic 4 Pro for cinematic, DJI Mini 4 Pro for restricted or tight airspace, DJI Avata 2 FPV for dynamic or immersive movement.
What's the turnaround on raw footage?
24 to 72 hours depending on scope. Confirmed at booking.
Do you travel outside Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania and New Jersey are the primary service areas. SMP is available for projects anywhere in the Continental United States. Travel costs are confirmed at booking.
Are you insured?
Yes. SMP is a fully insured production company. Certificate of insurance available on request.
How is pricing structured?
Project-based, inquiry only. SMP will ask about the agency's budget allocation or rate expectation during the inquiry call so the quote fits the engagement.
Send Us Your Brief
If you have a project that needs a crew in Pennsylvania or New Jersey, the inquiry starts here. Tell SMP the shoot date, location, and what you need captured.
570-669-8886