Everything people ask before booking

Before you book

How long is a session?

Most shows book two to three hours, which covers setup, a full episode and a comfortable amount of overrun. An hour is enough for short-form or a single talking-head piece. You can always add time on the day if the room is free after you.

How many people can be on camera?

Between two and six depending on the room. The Courtyard is built as an intimate two-hander; the other rooms seat up to four comfortably, and Studio One takes six around the table.

Do I need to bring anything?

No. The rooms are dressed, lit and cabled before you arrive, and the mics, cameras and lighting are all permanent. Bring yourself, your guests and anything you want on the table.

Can I look round before booking?

Yes — get in touch and we'll arrange a walk-through. Most people book after seeing which room suits their format.

On the day

Where do I park?

Free parking on site, straight off the unit at Unit 15, Wharfside. No permits and no time limit.

What time should I arrive?

Ten minutes before your slot is plenty. Your session time is recording time — setup is done before you get here, so nothing is eaten out of your booking.

Is there someone in the room with us?

Yes. A producer runs the session start to finish — levels, framing, and keeping the conversation moving if you want them to. You are never left to work the kit yourself.

Can we shoot in more than one room?

Yes, and there's no extra charge for moving between rooms within a session, as long as the rooms are free. It's a straightforward way to get a different look for a second segment.

After the shoot

When do I get the episode back?

Within 48 hours. That's the full edit — colour graded, audio mixed and ready to publish, not a raw export.

Do I get short-form clips?

Yes, vertical clips cut for TikTok, Reels and Shorts come as part of the production service. Long-form is only half the job.

Who owns the footage?

You do, completely — the raw files and the finished edit. We keep a copy on the shelf in case you need it again, and we'll only ever use a clip to promote the studio if you've said yes.

Can you publish it for us?

We can. Distribution out to YouTube, Spotify, Apple and Amazon is included in the full production service, along with thumbnails, titles and show notes.

Money and changes

How do I pay?

By card at the time of booking, or by bank transfer against an invoice if you'd rather. Invoiced bookings get a payment link that stays live until it's settled.

Can I move my booking?

Yes, free of charge up to 48 hours before your slot — just ask, or move it yourself from your client portal. Inside 48 hours we'll always try, but it depends on what else is in the diary.

What if I need to cancel?

Cancel more than 48 hours ahead and you're refunded in full. Inside 48 hours we hold the fee as studio credit against a future session rather than refunding it, since the room can rarely be filled at that notice.