About FotoKem
FotoKem is a film laboratory and post-production studio located in Burbank, California. Since 1963, they have been bridging the gap between technology and creativity, providing creative tools and methods for filmmakers.
Mission
Your creative vision is our mission. FotoKem has been helping artists bring their visions to life since 1963, always with integrity and a willingness to put in the hard work.
What Sets Them Apart
Headquarters
Burbank, CA
Featured Work
Video
Video
Video
Post-Production Capabilities
8 servicesFilm Lab
Processing and scanning for 16mm, 35mm, and 65/70mm film, including the SHIFT analog intermediate process.
Dailies
nextLAB® mobile dailies platform, calibrated iPads and monitors, logging, pulls, and deliverables.
Color
Frame by frame color finishing in FotoKem theaters and post production suites.
Editorial
Creative edit suites featuring offline/online storage, ingest, and asset management.
Sound
Sound design, ADR, voiceover recording, mixing, mastering, and laybacks.
VFX
Compositing and complex visual enhancements needed during color finishing.
Mastering & Localization
Digital Cinema Packages (DCP), technical validation, platform servicing, and archival film-outs.
Restoration
Film preservation and restoration providing new pristine film prints and digital elements.
Types of Work
Notable Clients & Projects
Industries Served
Awards & Recognition
3 awardsCharles S. Swartz Award
2024
Academy Award Contribution
2026
Academy Award Contribution
2026
Firm Leadership
Tom Vice
President
President at FotoKem
Eric Bershon
Senior Vice President & General Manager
Leader of Enterprise Data initiative and active member of the executive management team.
Michael Morelli
Senior Vice President, Strategic Planning
Senior Vice President of Strategic Planning at FotoKem.
Jeff Charles
Vice President of Sales
Vice President of Sales at FotoKem.
Brian P.
Chief Financial Officer
CFO at FotoKem.
News & Press
HPA AWARDS COMMITTEE HONORS FOTOKEM WITH THE CHARLES S. SWARTZ AWARD
https://hpaonline.com/hpa-awards-committee-honors-fotokem-with-the-charles-s-swartz-award/
Office Locations
Burbank
2801 W Alameda Ave, Burbank, CA 91505
Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
Hollywood
Hollywood, CA
Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
Pricing Information
Rates are typically based on processing length (e.g., $0.25/ft for film processing) and hourly rates for prep/transfer.
Contact FotoKem directly for pricing information.
Note: Pricing varies based on project scope, complexity, and timeline. Contact FotoKem directly for a detailed quote tailored to your specific project requirements.