You’re in good company
Joshua Warner Studios is a full-service design and fabrication company committed to bridging the creative and collaborative gap within the entertainment industry. Our team of skilled professionals specializes in transforming innovative concepts into tangible outcomes, ensuring that each project is executed with precision and artistry. We work closely with clients throughout the design process, fostering an environment of collaboration where ideas can flourish and evolve. From initial sketches to final installations, our focus is on delivering high-quality craftsmanship that meets the unique needs of every project. With a deep understanding of the intricate demands of the entertainment sector, we are dedicated to making visions a reality, no matter the scale or complexity.
Our Process
In efforts of full transparency, we have outlined our process below showing you exactly happens in each step and what’s to come.
If you have any questions, please ask!
00 ESTIMATE
Bring us your concept or a complete drafting package and together we will make a plan to identify a pricing structure that aligns with your budget, while providing you with various options along the way. We may need a few meetings to get right as we want to be transparent about exactly what we are providing for you.
The estimate will turn into an invoice once it is approved by the client. Typically 50% payment is needed to begin unless it is a short turnaround project. We cannot begin the administrative step until this deposit is paid.
01 ADMINISTRATIVE
We are doing the paperwork behind the scenes. This may include research, technical draftings, approval drawings, samples, and a/or a site visit.
02 PROCUREMENT
During the procurement step, we begin enacting all of the planning done in the administrative step. This may include purchasing lumber, other materials, coordination of rentals, scheduling work calls, and creation of the schedule.
It’s important to note that significant changes cannot be made past this point without a change order)
03 PRODUCTION
fabrication begins on shop floor
In this step, we are working to make your project to come to life on the shop floor. This may include materials fabrication (carpentry, scenic finish + painting, foam carving), digital fabrication (laser cutter, CNC, 3D printing), and integrated technologies (set electrics, kinetics, computers).
Throughout this step we continue in management of timeline and progress.
04 SHOP WRAP
Bring us your concept or a complete script, and we will guide you through the entire process, step by step. Together, we will identify a pricing structure and scale that aligns with your budget while providing you with various options throughout the journey. This step may take a few meetings to get right as we want to be transparent about exactly what we are providing for you!
05 DELIVERY
driver, truck, gas, tolls, labor to meet truck
06 INSTALLATION
load in labor by time, not task. management of load in schedule.
07 STRIKE + DISPOSAL
strike labor by time. management of strike. disposal fees.
08 ARCHIVAL/CLOSE OUT
change order invoices, photos/video, archival.
Founder
joshua warner
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I deeply value teamwork in our approach to design and execution. By uniting passionate designers and makers, I work hard to foster a space where every contribution matters. This team-oriented mindset instills a sense of ownership and pride in our work. Every discussion—whether it’s about selecting that perfect shade of purple or navigating intricate logistics—becomes a collaborative moment that adds depth to my projects.
The outcome is a rich tapestry of ideas, showcasing the strength that comes from unity in the creative process. I am thankful for the talented artists I’ve collaborated with and eagerly anticipate many more successful partnerships ahead. We strive to create work that resonates with audiences and endures over time while doing it together.