DCP Creation
& Software
Digital cinema packages for independent filmmakers and film festivals. With over 10 years of experience, we make sure your film looks great, every time.
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Trusted By Great Film Festivals
Every theater speaks DCP. Your film should too.
A Digital Cinema Package is the format every commercial cinema server ingests and plays. Festivals and theaters expect one, and an export from your editing software won't work in their projectors. We've been making them for filmmakers for over a decade. New to the format? Start with What is a DCP? or browse our filmmaker guides.
Digital Cinema Package Services
Digital Cinema Packages
DCPs for shorts, features, and trailers
Delivery to film festivals & movie theaters
Optional QC report: automated RDD-52 compliance validation
Order online: Instant DCPs delivered in under 24 hours
DCP Transfer Software
Format hard drives for Linux EXT2- Easily copy and self distribute DCPs for playback at any theater
- Validate new DCP copies for successful delivery
- Inspect DCP metadata: frame rate, aspect ratio, audio, encryption status
- Runs natively on Apple Silicon
DCP Extras
Closed-captioning and subtitling services
Versioning for multi-language
KDM encryption with key delivery
Alternate audio and audio description tracks- DCP re-wrap: open and modify existing packages
- Cinema-formatted USB and CRU drive delivery
Festival Print Traffic
- Per-film upload links for your selected filmmakers
- Every incoming DCP validated before it reaches your projectionist
- Live status dashboard from selection to screen
- Festival-rate DCP creation for films that need one
Instant DCP: from master file to cinema-ready in three steps
Order
Tell us about your film and pay online. Pricing is per minute of runtime and shown up front: $10/minute ($99 minimum), 2K or 4K, same price.
Upload
Send your master over an accelerated Signiant transfer link. ProRes recommended; see the delivery specs.
Download
Our encode system builds a DCI-compliant DCP and emails you a download link, typically within 24 hours of upload. Need it sooner? Rush delivery ($99) typically lands within 6 hours.
Instant DCPs are $10/minute ($99 minimum) — no per-format upcharges, no surprises. Need a technician-built DCP with captions, versioning, or encryption? Custom DCPs start at $15/minute for 2K and $20/minute for 4K and turn around in 3–5 business days.
DCP Questions, Answered
Will my DCP play in any theater?
Yes. We build DCI-compliant 2K and 4K packages to the same SMPTE standards Hollywood uses, so they ingest on any commercial cinema server.
What file should I upload?
A ProRes export is ideal; 10-bit or better keeps gradients smooth on the big screen. Full requirements are on our delivery specs page.
How do I get my DCP into the theater?
Download it and deliver it on a drive or over the internet. Our DCP Transfer Mac app formats any USB drive to the Linux EXT2 standard cinema servers require.
What does a DCP cost?
Instant DCPs are $10 per minute of runtime, 2K or 4K, with a $99 order minimum. Custom DCPs start at $15 per minute for 2K and $20 per minute for 4K.
How fast will I get my DCP?
Instant DCPs typically deliver within 24 hours of upload, and rush orders within 6 hours. Custom DCPs take 3 to 5 business days.
Do you handle captions and subtitles?
Yes. Closed captions, subtitles, and multi-language versioning are available with Custom DCPs.
What people say about us
“I’ve worked with Cinematiq on the post-production of two feature documentary films and two short films, working closely with them to create a post-production workflow and the DCP materials necessary for film festival distribution. Cinematiq has been an invaluable resource meeting deadlines with no sacrifice of excellence.”
“I've had the pleasure of working with Cinematiq for DCPs on three separate films and they've always been great to work with. They're not just button pushers; they're communicative problem solvers and intuitive filmmakers and even on one of the rush jobs they were resourceful, supportive and professional. I highly recommend them to other filmmakers.”
“I’ve worked with Cinematiq for my last three films and will continue to for future DCP and BluRay creation. Aaron, Paul, and Luke are knowledgable, great to work with, and have always been patient and kind when it came to my learning curve. Many of my existing colleagues and clients already work with them and I regularly recommend them to fellow filmmakers and clients who need DCP and BluRay creation for their projects.”
“Cinematiq is always a pleasure to work with on creating DCPs to exhibition. They are excellent communicators and go above and beyond to answer any questions. Their delivery of masters is very timely and I would highly recommend Cinematiq to other filmmakers! ”
“I’ve had technical problems with other companies getting my two films, “The Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill” and “Cold Refuge,” up and running for theatrical release. Luke not only solved all my tech issues, but also educated me in a low-key, friendly, matter-of-fact way on what makes a DCP actually work!”
“DCP Transfer by Cinematiq is the missing link in DCP creation, helping filmmakers ensure their DCP files are formatted properly for theatrical and festival delivery.”
“I had the pleasure of working with the Cinematiq team on several projects while I was Program Manager of LUNAFEST at Clif Bar & Company. Cinematiq provided equipment, the production team and the editing skills to quickly and seamlessly produce a high quality, professional video piece that was used in several ways. ”
