Closed Set Security

The Gold Standard in Production Security

Film and TV moves fast. Your security team must move faster. Closed Set Security delivers seasoned set supervisors, rigorously trained guards, and 24/7 coordination so cameras roll—safely, on schedule, and without surprises.

Trusted across the Los Angeles Studio Zone and throughout California.

Pillars

Built for the Pace of Production

Production‑Savvy Personnel

Veteran set supervisors and guards who understand lockups, talent movement, basecamp flow, and sensitive assets.

Operational Discipline

Clear site plans, radio discipline, and chain‑of‑command that keeps comms tight and downtime minimal.

Coverage That Scales

From single‑day commercials to multi‑unit features: on‑location, studio lots, and backlots across CA.

Risk Management First

Threat assessment, perimeter control, crowd management, and VIP protection with proactive posture.

Our Services

Comprehensive Security for Every Phase of Production

On‑Location Security

Armed or unarmed guards, lockups and street postings, location access control, gear protection, overnight perimeter, and neighborhood liaison.

Studio & Backlot Security

Gate control, credential checks, patrols, stage access, special events, and high‑value asset oversight—integrated with studio rules and fire life safety.

VIP & Executive Protection

Discrete EP details for talent, showrunners, and executives; route planning, arrivals/departures, and red‑carpet/event coverage.

Traffic, Parking & Community Relations

Crew parking coordination, signage installation, door‑to‑door resident notifications, and posting enforcement to keep neighbors informed and cooperative.

Health, Safety & Special Situations

Crowd management, incident response support, emergency coordination, and close collaboration with production, studio security, and local authorities.

Add‑On Coverage

Overnights, strike/return days, tech scouts, plate unit, and second‑unit coverage with quick spin‑up.

Coverage Area

Security That Covers Every Corner of California

Los Angeles Studio Zone and beyond, with teams available across Southern and Northern California for location, studio, and special‑event coverage.

How We Work

A Proven System for On-Set Security Success

Fast Intake

Share your call sheet, locations, schedule, and risk factors. We turn around a tailored security plan fast.

Post orders, guard positions, ingress/egress, credential protocols, neighbor outreach, and comms channel mapping.

Briefed, kitted, and on‑comms with a designated supervisor as your single point of contact.

Because productions shift—company moves, weather, talent changes—we re‑deploy without missing a beat.

Incident logs and summary notes to inform future days and keep production leadership aligned.

Personnel Standards

Where Discipline Meets Experience

Certified Experts

California Guard Card; armed personnel hold current firearm permits where applicable.

Professional Presence

Professional demeanor suitable for talent and VIP environments.

Trained Precision

Training in de-escalation, radio protocols, and set etiquette.

Expert Oversight

Supervisor oversight on complex or multi-unit days.

Polished Appearance

Clean, production-appropriate uniforms with visible credentials.

Technology & Coordination

Smart Systems. Smooth Operations

Central Dispatch (24/7)

Rapid schedule changes and redeployments.

Digital Orders & Updates

Clear post orders and updates shared with production.

Incident & Shift Reporting

Concise logs that keep production and insurance stakeholders informed.

Note: We integrate smoothly with your production management tools and studio protocols.

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Hear directly from the producers, crews, and talent who rely on us every day

Flawless lockups and great neighborhood relations—kept us on schedule the entire week

Professional, discreet EP detail—our talent felt safe without any disruption to the day.

Quick Answers

Everything You Need To Know About Us

Need More Questions?

Can you help with neighborhood notifications and postings?

Absolutely. Our teams handle signage, crew parking coordination, posting enforcement, and door‑to‑door resident notifications when needed.

Primarily the Los Angeles Studio Zone with coverage available throughout Northern and Southern California.

Yes. Armed and unarmed options are available based on your risk assessment and location requirements.

Yes—discreet EP details with route planning and arrivals/departures support.

We scale to production timelines, including overnights, strike days, and second‑unit coverage.

Ready to roll?

Guarding the Magic Behind the Camera

Closed Set Security provides elite film and TV production security across Los Angeles & California—on‑location set security, studio/backlot security, armed and unarmed guards, executive protection, and parking & community relations. Our veteran supervisors and disciplined teams keep productions safe, neighbors informed, and schedules on track.

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