Established in 2016 by Richard Song, Eleven04 was founded to support Chicago’s independent film scene through equipment rental. This attracted cinematographer and gaffer, Camrin Petramale and Seth Oberle, who at the same time had recently founded Light Modifiers Rental, which they started in hopes to create a better lighting and grip resource. With similar visions, the three of them joined forces to make a true one-stop shop for all creatives in the film industry. In turn, more filmmakers joined the cause to help foster the community. Eleven04 is not just a rental house but a central hub for those looking to collaborate.