Business Details
Your Trusted Source for Lighting & Grip Equipment Rentals in Irving
Dallas Lighting and Grip, LLC is a Texas-based company founded and operated by John Doty, a seasoned director of photography and gaffer with decades of industry experience. We specialize in providing cinematic on-location lighting services and comprehensive grip equipment packages tailored to meet the demands of film and television production teams. Our fleet of Mercedes Sprinter vans comes pre-loaded with 1-ton+ grip packages, which clients can customize with cutting-edge lighting technology to suit specific project requirements. Our team collaborates with experienced freelance gaffers and grips who prioritize efficiency and quality, ensuring seamless setups and optimal lighting solutions for every production.We maintain an extensive inventory of lights, accessories, and frames ranging from 4x4 to 20x20 kits, alongside power generation options like Honda generators for outdoor shoots. Whether clients require full van packages or a la carte gear rentals, our working professionals deliver reliable support and expert guidance. Located centrally between Dallas and Fort Worth near DFW Airport, we offer flexible delivery and shipping services to accommodate productions across Texas. Our commitment to maintaining brand-new, high-performance equipment ensures clients receive dependable tools that enhance their creative vision while adhering to industry safety standards.
Services
Lighting Rentals
Grip Equipment
Camera Packages
Power Generators
Production Supplies
Sprinter Van Packages
LED Fixtures
HMI Lighting
Frame Rentals
Custom Gear Solutions
Highlights and features
- We offer customizable Sprinter van packages with pre-loaded grip equipment for efficient setups
- Our team includes veteran DP and gaffer professionals with decades of Texas production experience
- We maintain an extensive inventory of brand-new lighting and grip gear from industry leaders
- We provide scalable solutions from full van packages to a la carte equipment rentals
- Our centrally located Irving facility offers convenient access to Dallas-Fort Worth production hubs
Services
Sprinter Van Packages
Customizable Mercedes Sprinter van packages pre-loaded with 1-ton+ grip equipment and lighting options. Clients can select from interview-specific, outdoor, or fully customized configurations to meet production needs. The mobile solutions enable efficient transportation and deployment of gear directly to set locations.
LED Fixtures
Comprehensive selection of high-output LED lighting including Aputure STORM series, Arri Skypanels, and Creamsource Vortex models. Available in tunable white, bi-color, and RGBWW configurations with accessories like chimeras, fresnels, and diffusion panels for versatile lighting solutions across film and television productions.
Grip Equipment
Full inventory of grip gear including C-stands, combo stands, baby stands, and beefy carts for efficient rigging. Available with 4x4 to 20x20 frames, diffusion materials, solids, and green screens. The equipment supports lighting setups, camera stabilization, and set construction requirements for on-location shoots.
Camera Packages
Professional camera systems including ARRI Alexa Mini LF, Sony Venice II, and Canon C500 Mark II with lenses and support accessories. Packages include monitors, wireless video systems, follow focus controllers, and stabilization equipment like Dana Dolly kits for comprehensive production needs.
Power Generation
Portable power options including Honda 3Kw and 7Kw generators with Bates outlets for high-draw lighting equipment. Designed for outdoor shoots requiring sustained power for fixtures like Aputure Electro Storm series and Arri Skypanels, ensuring reliable operation in remote locations.
People
John Doty
Owner & Cinematographer
Veteran director of photography and gaffer with decades of Texas production experience. Manages DLG's operations while maintaining active involvement in film projects, ensuring equipment and services meet working professionals' needs.
Questions
What lighting equipment brands do you carry?
We offer Aputure STORM series, Arri Skypanels, Creamsource Vortex 8, Litepanels, and Astera Titan tubes with accessories like chimeras, fresnels, and diffusion panels.
Can I rent grip equipment without a van package?
Yes, we offer a la carte grip rentals including stands, frames, diffusion materials, and green screens separate from our Sprinter van packages.
Do you provide power solutions for outdoor shoots?
We offer Honda 3Kw and 7Kw generators with Bates outlets to power high-draw lighting equipment for outdoor productions.
What camera systems are available for rent?
Our inventory includes ARRI Alexa Mini LF, Sony Venice II, Canon C500 Mark II, and Sony FX9 systems with配套 lenses and support accessories.
Are your Sprinter van packages customizable?
Yes, our base van packages include grip equipment but can be customized with specific lighting fixtures, power solutions, and production supplies.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Dallas, Fort Worth, Irving, and surrounding Texas locations with delivery and shipping options available.
Reviews (4)
John Leestma
Jan 13, 2022
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John at DLG saved the day for my production. The day before the shoot I had a health emergency and John stepped up from gaffer to Producer/DP and did a fantastic Job. If you want pro service, look no further.
Chris Dobson
Oct 19, 2021
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John was not only extremely knowledgable, but also very kind and helpful. He'll be one of my first calls next time i'm back in Dallas for a production!
Griffin Nash
Sep 30, 2021
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DLG was awesome to work with and their team was incredibly helpful with us delivering a high quality product for our client. Their gear was in great condition and very reliable. Would definitely work with them again in the future!
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Lucas Willis
Aug 01, 2021
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John was super accommodating to whatever I needed for my shoot. He provided a super well organized grip van and gaffer that was amazing. The level of professionalism is unmatched!
