We are entering a new era of visual experiences. From in-camera visual effects in virtual film production and complex real-time data visualization in broadcasts to fully immersive experiences for live attendees – one thing is clear: audiences are demanding more. More visually stunning content, more intricate installations, and more mesmerizing experiences.
Bridging Realities Since 2015
Nearly a decade ago, co-founders Sarah Linebaugh and Nick Rivero began assembling a team of creative and technical experts dedicated to creating experiences that combine striking visuals with cutting-edge technology. Meptik’s journey started in the live entertainment sector, crafting ahead-of-the-curve visual experiences for major brands using touch- and sound-reactive graphics and sophisticated projection mapping technology.
As virtual production technologies evolved, Meptik’s expertise with cutting-edge technology provided a perfect foundation to dive into visual technologies for production environments. In 2022, Meptik was acquired by global company Disguise, the industry-leading platform sitting at the heart of the new era of visual experiences. Disguise partners with the biggest entertainment brands and companies in the world, such as U2 at the Sphere, Disney, and Netflix, to deliver the A-list of live music events, live TV broadcasts, immersive experiences, installations, theater, film and TV productions, corporate communications, and brand product launches.
Today, Meptik and Disguise offer end-to-end production solutions. As Disguise’s services division, Meptik offers virtual and immersive entertainment production services, ranging from designing virtual environments for film and commercial productions to building virtual production studios and systems for immersive installations. Meptik’s work spans a diverse range of clients, including Fortune 500 companies and major production and broadcast studios.
As one of the most experienced teams in the industry, Meptik has the creative vision and, as part of Disguise, access to the latest Emmy-award-winning tech to help clients Upset Reality™.
Creative Storytelling Powered by Technology
As a full-service partner, Meptik brings visual experiences to life, offering a comprehensive suite of services that cater to various industries and needs. Specializing in helping clients think outside the box to deliver next-level visual experiences, the team comprises world-class technical and creative experts whose fundamentally blended skill sets deliver the most complex next-generation productions. Meptik understands the form, possibilities, and methods to bring a visual experience to life with pixel-perfect accuracy.
Virtual Production
Virtual production is a revolutionary approach to production environments that combines physical and digital worlds. It uses LED walls, real-time rendering, and camera tracking to create immersive environments and visual effects in real-time, allowing filmmakers and content creators to see the final results during the shoot. This technology reduces the need for on-location shoots and streamlines post-production work, enhancing the entire creative process.
By integrating virtual production, creators unlock unparalleled flexibility and control over their projects. It allows for filming in multiple locations without ever leaving the studio, seamlessly shifting between different settings, and achieving photorealistic backgrounds despite real-world constraints. This cutting-edge innovation not only saves time but also opens up a world of new creative possibilities. Scenes that were once impossible or impractical to shoot traditionally can now be visualized with ease. Virtual production is transforming the storytelling landscape, offering a dynamic and efficient way to bring stories to life.
Tomorrow’s Creative Solutions
Design Reality. With a commitment to pushing the boundaries of visual artistry, Meptik’s creative specialists open doors to a world where imagination knows no bounds. Meptik’s in-house virtual art department crafts realistic virtual environments that allow for filming in multiple sets and diverse locations without ever leaving the studio. Productions can seamlessly shift between different environments, whether they are recreating existing places or dreaming up new worlds.
Meptik’s virtual environments provide a controlled setting for filming locations that are, for example, too dangerous, too remote, or impractical due to weather conditions. Every detail, from lighting to the time of day, is managed to ensure a flawless production experience.
Perfect for broadcast studios looking to stay ahead of the curve, the broadcast graphics team at Meptik creates engaging virtual studio visuals that sync seamlessly with real-time data. The graphics enhance the storytelling capabilities of news programs and sports events by providing dynamic, data-driven graphics that can adapt in real-time to breaking news, financial statistics, election results, and player stats. Virtual production transforms broadcast studios into versatile spaces with changeable set designs that match current events, offering an immersive viewer experience.
Death to dull moments. From augmented reality activations to real-time touch- and audio-reactive content, Meptik’s motion designers and 3D artists propel brands to the forefront of innovation and engagement by creating unforgettable brand experiences. The team also crafts branded virtual backgrounds for corporate keynotes, product showcases, and commercial productions, ensuring every visual element aligns seamlessly with the brand’s message and aesthetic. Meptik’s blend of cutting-edge technology and creative artistry guarantees that brands not only capture attention but leave a lasting impression.
Engineered Precision in Every Pixel
Build reality. Meptik’s technical experts know the ins and outs of the production world and guide clients through the entire process, whether aiming to impress 20,000 people in person or 2 million on screen. From LED volumes for virtual production to systems for immersive experiences, Meptik’s system engineers collaborate closely with clients to assess their unique needs, goals, and constraints to find the ideal production setting.
Whether it’s for the Savannah College of Art and Design, teaching the next generation of media professionals with cutting-edge technology, or for WWE, using virtual production to create content faster and more efficiently without creative boundaries, Meptik ensures each solution is perfectly tailored to meet the specific demands of the project. On set, Meptik’s carefully curated team of experienced artists and engineers team up with production crews to handle every task from calibration to camera tracking and motion capture.
For immersive experiences, the team designs systems to display content in real time, delivering next-level experiences through cutting-edge technology. By harnessing advanced rendering techniques, real-time optimizations, and seamless cross-platform compatibility, Meptik takes experiences to the next level.
Studio in a Box
Meptik Studio Pro is the pre-configured virtual production studio solution designed by Meptik and Disguise to fast-track setup and installation. This turnkey solution includes everything needed to set up a content production powerhouse in-house. The package features LED, tracking systems, the Disguise platform, award-winning tech, 24/7 support, and world-class training to simplify virtual production. Available in four different sizes and configurations, Meptik Studio Pro provides a solution for every production.
“Virtual production can save significant time: It allows for immediate visual feedback on set, reduces travel to new locations, and cuts down on post-production. But you’ll need to design and build a virtual production stage first—a process that can take months,” says Meptik co-founder Nick Rivero. “With Meptik Studio Pro, we cut that time down. Everything you need to create stunning virtual productions is now in a simple pre-configured, end-to-end solution, taking the guesswork out of what hardware and software to choose or how it can all work together.”
With 30 years of experience packed into every studio and support at every step of the journey, clients can rest assured that they have everything they need to focus on what truly matters: bringing their creative vision to life.
Meptik and Disguise
What makes Meptik and Disguise unique is their seamless integration of creative and technical expertise from day one. This collaboration delivers end-to-end solutions, combining Meptik’s hands-on creative innovation with Disguise’s cutting-edge technology and global platform.
Together, they push the boundaries of visual experiences, offering comprehensive solutions from conceptualization to flawless execution. Leveraging their diverse industry experience, they bring unique insights to film, broadcast, live events, and corporate productions. With a focus on collaborative innovation, they ensure that every project benefits from world-class technology, personalized service, and meticulous attention to detail, creating captivating and reliable visual experiences.
