Proof Inc. Has Opened New York City Office
The previsualization studio launched a permanent base in Manhattan to support film production.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Film — General
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Previs studio Proof Inc. has officially opened a permanent office in New York City. The company announced the expansion during the View Conference in Turin, Italy.
Why it matters
The move establishes a dedicated East Coast hub for the studio, which previously assembled temporary teams in New York for major feature films. Ari Aster's upcoming project serves as the first production managed by this new office.
Proof Inc. has historically assembled specialized teams in New York for high-profile productions, including Across the Universe, I Am Legend, and Salt. The studio maintains existing international operations across London and Australia.
The players
Proof Inc.
Proof Inc. is a professional previsualization studio that provides visual planning services for the film and television industry.
Ron Frankel
Ron Frankel is the founder of Proof Inc. who leads the studio's operations from its Los Angeles headquarters.
Ari Aster
Ari Aster is a film director and screenwriter whose upcoming feature project is being managed by the new New York office.
The details
Founder Ron Frankel, who began his career in Manhattan previsualization in the late 1990s, will oversee the new operation. While Frankel maintains his base at the company headquarters in Los Angeles, the NYC branch provides a localized presence for ongoing studio projects.
Timeline
Late 1990s: Ron Frankel began previsualization work in Manhattan.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026: The expansion was announced at the View Conference in Turin, Italy.
Industry Dynamics
The establishment of a permanent NYC office reflects a shift in how major previsualization studios handle production logistics in traditional film hubs. By moving from a project-based model to a fixed local presence, Proof Inc. strengthens its position within the competitive East Coast film sector.
Local film productions and crews in the New York area will now have direct access to the studio's previsualization resources. This change streamlines the development process for regional film projects, potentially accelerating production timelines for upcoming major motion pictures.
The takeaway
This expansion indicates that major studios are increasingly prioritizing permanent local support systems for high-budget feature film development. Local production teams can expect improved collaboration as previsualization becomes more deeply integrated into regional workflows.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Cartoon Brew.
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