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Rooftop C

Rooftop C is an outdoor production rooftop in Downtown Los Angeles with panoramic skyline views, white-painted surfaces, and industrial details.

Starting rate

$250/hr

Minimum booking

8 hours

Capacity

45

Address

1114 S Los Angeles St

Neighborhood

DTLA Fashion District

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Wide DTLA skyline view from Rooftop C, a white outdoor production rooftop in Downtown Los Angeles Wide skyline view
Preserved industrial concrete structure on Rooftop C, a Downtown LA production rooftop Industrial character Full-roof perspective of Rooftop C showing the open white production surface and DTLA skyline Full-roof perspective Open sky and Downtown Los Angeles skyline view from Rooftop C Open sky, DTLA skyline Night production setup on Rooftop C with the Downtown LA skyline behind the cyc Night production Night production with crew and cast on Rooftop C, DTLA skyline in the background Night production

About Rooftop C

Located at 1114 S Los Angeles Street in Downtown Los Angeles, this outdoor production rooftop pairs panoramic skyline views with white-painted surfaces, distinctive angled walls, and industrial details. The open layout and natural light make it ideal for fashion campaigns, editorial shoots, fitness content, commercials, and music videos. With city views and architectural backdrops offering multiple looks in one location, this rooftop provides a versatile setting for productions seeking an authentic Downtown LA feel.

Recent production

Rooftop C recently hosted an on-location commercial campaign for a major global phone brand, using the rooftop's open sky, angled concrete forms, and industrial detail as the backdrop for the shoot.

Group of models posed on Rooftop C during a global phone brand commercial campaign shoot in Downtown Los Angeles Global phone brand · Commercial campaign
On-location product photography during a global phone brand campaign shoot on Rooftop C On-location campaign photography Campaign creative shot on Rooftop C for a global phone brand product launch Campaign creative, shot on Rooftop C

Client name withheld at the brand's request. Past use does not imply endorsement, affiliation, or an Apex production credit.

Features & amenities

  • — Restroom access during booked hours
  • — Rooftop electricity available
  • — Indoor support space (HMU, wardrobe, holding)
  • — Apex gear & equipment rentals available

Popular Studio Use Cases

  • — Fashion photography
  • — Music video production
  • — Portrait photography
  • — Editorial photography
  • — Commercial productions
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Documented production history

SEVENTEEN's Don't Wanna Cry music video filmed on Rooftop C 2017 · SEVENTEEN — "Don't Wanna Cry" ↗ Ice Cube VEVO live rooftop performance filmed on Rooftop C 2018 · Ice Cube — VEVO performance ↗
Simu Liu Men's Health celebrity editorial photographed on Rooftop C 2021 · Simu Liu — Men's Health editorial

Additional documented brand work

PrettyLittleThing fashion campaign photographed on Rooftop C in Downtown Los Angeles PrettyLittleThing · Nazanin Mandi
lululemon athletic campaign photographed on Rooftop C in Downtown Los Angeles lululemon · Athletic campaign
Song of Style x REVOLVE fashion campaign photographed on Rooftop C Song of Style × REVOLVE · 2023

Named work is included only where publicly documented by the venue or published project. Past use does not imply endorsement, affiliation, or an Apex production credit.

Nearby Apex option

Rooftop C and Apex Rooftop A sit within the same DTLA Fashion District production area — about a 4-minute, 0.2-mile walk apart.

Walking route map showing Rooftop C is a 4-minute, 0.2-mile walk from Apex Rooftop A in DTLA

Booking notes

Minimum 8-hour booking. Final pricing depends on crew size, schedule, equipment, and production impact.

The production is responsible for any required permits and proof of insurance. Open-air bookings are weather-dependent; load-in, setup, filming, breakdown, and load-out must fit within the reserved hours.

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FAQ

What is the minimum booking at Rooftop C?
8 hours, at a starting rate of $250/hr. Final pricing depends on crew size, schedule, equipment, and production impact.
Does Rooftop C have indoor support space?
Yes, on a limited basis. An indoor area can support HMU, wardrobe, talent holding, charging, or weather contingency. Size and rental price are confirmed at booking.
Is there electricity on the rooftop?
Yes, rooftop power is available. Outlet locations and circuit capacity are confirmed at booking.
Are restrooms available?
Yes. Restroom access is available during booked production hours.
Is Rooftop C weather-dependent?
Yes — it's a fully open-air rooftop, so bookings are weather-dependent. The production is responsible for any required permits and proof of insurance.
How close is Rooftop C to Apex Rooftop A?
About a 4-minute, 0.2-mile walk. Both rooftops are in the DTLA Fashion District, so productions can easily use both locations.
Can I rent lighting or other equipment?
Yes. Camera, lighting, grip, audio, modifiers, and production equipment can be quoted through Apex Photo Studios.

Rooftop C availability

Send the production details.

Include the preferred date, hours, project type, cast and crew count, equipment needs, and whether indoor support is required.

Email the Apex booking team  ·  Call 213-233-4437

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