The Production OS
Built for Indie Filmmakers
Who Ship.
Crew marketplace, equipment network, funding pipeline, and distribution resources — everything you need to take your film from concept to screen, built for Phoenix AZ independent filmmakers.
340+
Active Film Projects
1,800+
Crew Members Available
$2.4M+
Projects Funded
48hrs
Avg. Crew Assembly Time
Everything a Filmmaker Needs
Built by filmmakers who were tired of managing crew in spreadsheets, chasing equipment rentals, and losing funding opportunities.
Project Hub
Create a public project page for your film. Post your logline, budget range, crew needs, and timeline. Attract collaborators and investors.
Crew Marketplace
Find verified DPs, sound designers, editors, gaffers, PAs, and more. Filter by rate, availability, gear, and past credits.
Equipment Network
Rent cameras, lenses, lighting, and grip from other filmmakers in the network. Post your own gear for passive income.
Funding Pipeline
Connect with investors, apply for grants, and run crowdfunding campaigns — all tracked in one funding dashboard.
Frame Union Membership
Join the Frame Union Collective for union-level protections, rate standards, and collective bargaining power for indie filmmakers.
Production Scheduling
Build your shooting schedule, manage call sheets, and coordinate crew availability with the production calendar.
Contract & Deal Memos
Generate crew deal memos, location agreements, and release forms in seconds. Legally formatted and e-signature ready.
Distribution Resources
Access festival submission guides, distribution contacts, and streaming platform requirements through the Nexus Institute film school.
Frame Union Collective
The indie film collective built inside Stratum. Union-level protections, rate standards, and collective bargaining power — without the Hollywood gatekeeping.
- Verified crew profiles with past credits and gear lists
- Rate standards and fair pay protections for all members
- Collective equipment purchasing and rental discounts
- Film festival submission support and distribution guidance
6 Divisions Working for Your Film
Filmmakers on Stratum get access to the entire platform ecosystem — not just one tool.
Frame Union Collective
Indie film collective, crew marketplace, and union protections
CCS Agency
On-screen talent, models, and creative performers
Stratum Events
Film premieres, screenings, and industry events
Nexus Institute
Film school, distribution courses, and industry education
Top Down Holdings
Film investment and project funding
Stratum Marketplace
Equipment rental and crew gear trade
Films Made on Stratum
Marcus Reid
Assembled 12-person crew in 48 hours for "Desert Frequency"
Used Frame Union crew marketplace to find a DP, sound mixer, and 10 crew members for a 5-day shoot in Scottsdale. Under budget by 18%.
Aisha Okonkwo
Raised $84K for "Copper State" through Stratum investor network
Posted her project on the funding pipeline, connected with 3 investors through Top Down Holdings, and closed her seed round in 6 weeks.
Frame Union Collective
14 films completed in 2024 — all crewed through the network
Frame Union members collectively completed 14 short films and 2 features using the crew marketplace, equipment network, and project hub.
From Concept to Screen
Create Your Project
Post your film project with logline, budget, timeline, and crew needs. Public or private — your choice.
Find Your Crew
Browse verified crew members, send offers, and lock in your team. Equipment rental handled in the same platform.
Fund & Produce
Apply for grants, connect with investors, and manage your production schedule — all in one place.
Distribute & Grow
Access distribution resources, festival guides, and the Frame Union community to launch your film.
Ready to Make Your Film?
Join filmmakers across Phoenix, Scottsdale, and the Valley already crewing up and shipping projects on Stratum.
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