MAYA VP Studios

Logistics for company moves just got a lot easier. From a Construction site 🚧 to a Skyscraper 🏗️ in a matter of minutes. Shout out to production designers! They’re the real MVP in this space. #MakeIdeasBolder #virtualproduction #fyp #filmmaking

One of the most rewarding parts of building MAYA VP Studios has been seeing the vision come to life through projects like this. One of our very first projects and we were honored to support @chernoffnewman for their @sclottery with @dustoftheground providing the virtual production services and studio space portion of their full-scale shoot. From the riggers and stunt performers to the art department, agency, clients, extras, and crew — the studio was fully alive. Every room, every corner, every part of the space was being used the way it was intended. That’s a meaningful feeling as a founder. Not just because the production was big, but because it showed what’s possible when the right people, the right tools, and the right environment come together. Grateful for the trust in what we’ve built. The collaboration, and @dustoftheground and @ablevfx for their talented team!

✅ Car Processing ✅✅ Car Processing with Rain So much involved in a shot like this. Thankful for everyone that help made it happen!

Production days are that much sweeter when surrounded by good hangs, a crafty that’s on point and an elite playlist. 📸: @timecodyclark

This is what it’s like to wrap a full production complete with riggers and 15+ extras at our studio? Talk about full house. Shout out to our friends at @dustoftheground for an amazing production!

We had an incredible opportunity to produce Ford Racing Media Day 2026. Big couple of days, tight timelines, a lot of moving parts—and our crew handled it with grace and intention. Grateful for the trust from Ford Racing and proud of what we delivered. Most of all, I’m Incredibly grateful for a talented crew that made this all possible! CLIENT: @fordracing AGENCY: @choose.campbell CREATIVE DIRECTOR: @burndizzle ACCOUNT DIRECTOR: @meagannthompson PRODUCER: Garret Martin PRODUCTION CO: @rebrand_collective EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: @erichalili DIRECTOR: @chrislomartire DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY: @caynetucker 1ST AD: @jonrouleau 1ST AC: @ryan.shacks 2ND AC: @dillondeaton STEADICAM OP: @hudsonstafford GAFFER: @t.j_morrison KEY GRIP: @heathturner_19 SWING: Brandon Riddell PRODUCTION COORDINATOR: @hellosadietucker HMU: @baybee_cottone BTS: @timecodyclark VP STUDIO: @mayavpstudios VP STUDIO EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: @erichalili VP OPERATOR: @rsmblee VFX SUPERVISOR: @bigdaddystapp 3D/MOTION GRAPHICS: @jbcreative3d 3D/MOTION GRAPHICS: @joshuameza1 CAMERA: @sonycine Venice 2 LENS: @charlottefilmrentals @7isatribe Blackwings @summitcamera @angenieuxlenses 25-250 HR Imaged Based Lighting by @assimilateinc and using @creamsource Vortex 8. EDITOR: @chrislomartire COLORIST: @caynetucker

2025 felt different — this year was not only imagined but it was built. Conversations, sketches, and late-night “what ifs” slowly turned into real walls, real systems, and a real studio. Moments of excitement and doubt jumbled together. Most days the vision felt bigger than the resources. But every step forward was met with support — and that made all the difference. MAYA VP Studios exists because people showed up. Friends who checked in. Partners who believed early. Collaborators who trusted us before the space was finished. We’re deeply grateful for everyone who played a role in getting us here. None of this was done alone, and it was never meant to be. As we move forward, the focus is clear: momentum. More collaboration. More opportunity. More room for bold ideas to take shape. Now I’ve never been the best about posting updates on social media but this coming year and beyond — I’ll try to be mindful of posting more about the projects we’re working on. Thank you for building this with us. Onward. 🚀

Hey Charlotte, we’re MAYA. It’s nice to meet you! We can’t wait to see all the incredible projects birthed out of this space.

Wooooo that was a fun one!

It’s finally here. MAYA VP Studios Today, we step into a vision that will transform filmmaking in Charlotte. #virtualproduction #charlottestudio

Virtual production is transforming film and TV — and Charlotte is stepping into the future with the opening of @MAYAVPStudios , the city’s first full-service LED virtual production studio. Founded by Filipino-American videographer @EricHalili (Rebrand Group), MAYA VP is a 4,000-square-foot facility in Charlotte equipped with LED volumes — massive digital panels that create lifelike environments in real time. The technology eliminates the need for green screens and extensive post-production, cutting both time and costs for commercials, films, video games, and even high-budget music videos. Halili, who moved from the Bay Area to Charlotte in 2007, was inspired by 'The Mandalorian,' one of the first shows to fully embrace virtual production. With a background in computer science, he saw it as the next frontier — especially in an era of AI-generated content. After fortuitously connecting with friends from 'The Mandalorian' production, Halili gained the confidence and expertise to launch MAYA VP. He secured funding through the Beyond Open Grant and Creative Spaces Initiative Grant — thanks to its location in one of Charlotte’s Corridors of Opportunity — as well as an SBA loan to finance the build-out. Since September, he has been working extensively to open the new studio. Education will also be central to MAYA VP’s mission, as Halili plans to host regular workshops to grow the industry in the city and state. MAYA VP won’t just be a rental space — it will be a creative hub. The team recently brought a mobile LED setup to the American Athletic Conference’s Media Day in Charlotte and they plan to collaborate with regional filmmakers and producers. Halili sees MAYA VP as a catalyst to reignite Charlotte’s filmmaking potential. “This is my passion, but it comes with responsibility,” he said. “If we share this technology, we can unlock so much creativity.” The grand opening is Friday, August 1, featuring a ribbon-cutting with the @CarolinasAsianChamber , along with live demos, drinks by Justin Hazleton (Lorem Ipsum), wine by Joshua Villapando (Assorted Table Wine Shoppe), hors d’oeuvres by Saku, beer from Sugar Creek, and music by DJ That Guy Smitty.