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title: Chapman/Leonard is excited to host the SOC Awards Watch Party
description: SOC Awards - West Coast with Chapman/Leonard. March 7th, 2026
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# Chapman/Leonard is excited to host the SOC Awards Watch Party

January 21, 2026 | By [Chapman/Leonard Studio Equipment Inc.](https://blog.chapman-leonard.com/author/chapman-leonard)

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## 🎥 Celebrate the SOC Awards 2026 at Chapman/Leonard — West Coast Watch Party!

Chapman/Leonard is thrilled to host the **West Coast SOC Awards 2026 Watch Party** — a lively, in-person celebration happening right here in Los Angeles! Join fellow camera operators, cinematography professionals, and industry friends as we gather to cheer on the nominees and experience the excitement of the **Society of Camera Operators (SOC) Awards** together.

### Event Details

- **Date:** Saturday, March 7, 2026
- **Time:** 3:30 PM — 7:30 PM PST
- **Location:** **Chapman/Leonard** – *12950 Raymer Street, North Hollywood, CA 91605*

This coast-to-coast watch party is part of the SOC’s official celebration, connecting SOC members from Los Angeles, New York, and Atlanta to share in the Awards livestream and enjoy good company.

### What to Expect

- **Hosted food**
- **Live stream of the SOC Awards**
- A fantastic opportunity to reconnect with peers and celebrate the camera operator community

Doors open at **3:30 PM**, with the live broadcast beginning at **4:30 PM**, followed by the after-party and refreshments through **7:30 PM**.

### Why Attend?

The SOC Awards honor the outstanding work of camera operators across film and television — recognizing excellence, innovation, and the artistry behind the lens. Although this year’s ceremony will be broadcast via livestream, the watch parties bring the community together in a shared, festive atmosphere.

Whether you're catching up with old friends or making new industry connections, this event promises an evening of celebration and inspiration.

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### Register Now

**Reserve your spot today!**

👉 [Register here for the SOC Awards 2026 Watch Party – Los Angeles](https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/736pyza/lp/896b4a59-acd9-45d9-bd9f-e67d546aa170?c=yOdB9pOEcZ-g2J5vtAJ8YJCFum8IAxitINvEYq67X9Q9yLapSJz9nw==&source_id=d2696793-0bdb-4e8a-9890-7bdec14198e7&source_type=em&utm_source=chatgpt.com)

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#### [Chapman/Leonard Studio Equipment Inc.](https://blog.chapman-leonard.com/author/chapman-leonard)

For over 75 years, Chapman / Leonard has been the leading custom camera support equipment manufacturer and supplier to some of the most recognizable television and motion picture productions. Chapman / Leonard has evolved into a powerhouse in the industry, becoming a key distributor and merchant of cranes, dollies, and essential camera support accessories. Throughout the years, this legacy has only been possible with the close relationships that we have built with our users and community.

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