WHO WE ARE
CREATIVE.
TECHNICAL.
RELIABLE.
LOCAL.
At Arizona Camera Rentals & Studios, our team is made up of passionate professionals who live and breathe production. From hands-on techs and creative leads to logistics pros and client-focused support staff, we’re built to handle every stage of your shoot.
We pride ourselves on being Arizona’s one-stop shop for all things production – and it’s our people who make that possible.
We pride ourselves on being Arizona’s one-stop shop for all things production – and it’s our people who make that possible.
WHY ARIZONA CINEMA RENTALS
Arizona Camera Rentals, is your one-stop-shop for cinema equipment rental needs in Arizona. Located on the border of Tempe and Phoenix, we are Arizona’s premier rental house for professional cinema equipment.
Our company was founded by working film-industry professionals, so we purchase our gear based on experience and industry demand. We update our inventory faster than our website, so if you don’t see something you need, call or email us!
Let’s make something great together.
We offer a curated selection of cinema cameras, lenses, filter, power, wireless equipment, camera support, follow-focus, and accessories from top brands such as ARRI, RED, Sony, and more. Our rental process is easy and convenient, with competitive rates and flexible rental periods to fit any project.
Our equipment is regularly maintained and updated to ensure the highest level of performance and reliability. We understand that every shoot is unique, and we strive to provide our clients with the most advanced technology and top-of-the-line equipment.
FOUNDERS
JJ BUKOWSKI
JJ is an award winning cinematographer with 12+ years of experience in the industry and recently nominated for an Emmy. His credits include commercial projects for Intel, Lenovo, Starbucks and Chipotle as well as feature films such as Planet George, Carpenter’s Prayer and IM’Perfect. He started his journey after attending SCC for motion picture production and worked as an apprentice to Jeffery Kimball, ASC. After working with Jeffrey on a feature film and several commercial projects in LA he continued his learning by traveling with Sean Fairburn, SOC, on several feature films and commercials.
AIDEN CHAPPARONE
Aiden is an award-winning creative who has worked out of Los Angeles and Arizona for the past 15 years. He’s an amazing storyteller who blends high quality cinematics with organic real moments, to bring a script to life in a stunning way. Aiden has also assembled a stellar team of other production talent across the country including Lighting Crew, Art Directors, Production team and treats each of them with respect and care. When you’re on Aiden’s crew you know your role. You want to work hard for him and he gets the best out of everyone, no matter how hard the day might be. With a client roster of brands like Adidas, Arizona Office of Tourism, Capital One, AT&T, Google, Discount Tire, Coldstone, MLB, the NBA and many more. From commercials to music videos, documentaries, and seven feature length films, Aiden’s work has been seen everywhere from the movie theatres to Times square, broadcast television and social media to Netflix, TUBI, HBO, and NBC.
WHAT SETS US APART
DECADES OF INDUSRTY
Our crew has worked on everything from feature films, commercials and corporate shoots to national TV spots, music videos, and more.
SOLUTIONS-ORIENTED
Whether you’re facing a tight turnaround, specific gear needs, or you have unique studio requests, we bring a problem-solving mindset to every project.
TECH SAVVY & SERVICE DRIVEN
We know production doesn’t slow down, and neither do we. From industry-leading camera and gear rentals to hands-on crew support, our team is built to anticipate your needs, troubleshoot fast, and keep your shoot running smoothly from prep to wrap.
ARIZONA ROOTS, NATIONAL REACH
While we’re proudly based in Phoenix, our team has worked on productions across the country. From coast to coast, we bring national-level experience back home to Arizona – offering local service with a well-traveled perspective.
A UNIFIED TEAM
From studio managers and rental specialists to directors of photography, key grips, and gaffers, production coordinators and crew leads, everyone at Arizona Camera Rentals is committed to making your experience smooth, professional, and results-driven. We work as an extension of your production – supporting you before, during, and after the shoot.