Los Angeles · Est. 2016
From development to distribution — budgeting, casting, crewing, and physical production for features, television, web content, and everything in between. All budgets welcome.
Precise, transparent budgeting from concept through delivery. We help you understand every dollar before a single frame is shot.
Access to a deep network of talent across SAG-AFTRA and non-union markets. We match the right cast to your vision and budget.
Experienced below-the-line crews assembled specifically for your project — from department heads to production assistants.
On-the-ground execution across all formats — scripted features, documentaries, TV pilots, reality series, web content, and commercials.
We oversee post-production pipelines and guide delivery to domestic and international distributors.
Maximizing your return through state and regional tax incentive programs. Managed across multiple states and international locations.
Founded in 2016, Doubloon Productions is a full-service independent production company based in Los Angeles. Led by Steve Bakken — with over 20 years of experience in the LA entertainment industry — we've worked across scripted features, documentaries, independent television pilots, reality and docu-series, short-form web series, and commercials.
Our goal is simple: work with clients and partners every step of the way, from development through distribution, or focus on specific phases as needed. We streamline the often difficult logistics of production and bring transparency to the process, keeping projects on time and on budget.
We have a vested interest in every project we take on. We don't succeed unless our clients and partners do.
Note: Doubloon Productions is not a film finance company and does not offer financing services.
A quirky political satire written and directed by acclaimed Danish actor Ulrich Thomsen, produced under Pro Tempore Film. Doubloon assisted with script development, oversaw physical production, and managed the tax incentive process on location in New Mexico. Released by Samuel Goldwyn Films. Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Tallinn Black Nights Festival.
A psychological horror feature shot entirely on location in Cambodia. Produced under the Doubloon banner, Steve Bakken headed production and oversaw all post-production. Delivered to Vertical Entertainment for domestic distribution and Raven Banner for foreign sales. Premiered at the Raindance Film Festival, 2018.
A gritty drama written, directed, and produced by Ulrich Thomsen and PT Film. Doubloon served as line producer and physical production services for hire. Premiered in competition at the 2016 Shanghai International Film Festival.
We welcome inquiries about production services for projects of all sizes and formats. Whether you need full-service production or support on a specific phase, we'd love to hear about your project.
We do not accept unsolicited materials.