What kind of studio space best inspires you to create your next project? Look for Canberra studio hire online and you’ll find at least four studios, including us – the friendly folks at Offshoot Studio! Whether your next project is shooting products, headshots, or portraits – or you’re recording a podcast or shooting an employee safety video – you’ll want a versatile space in the Canberra region, a creative hub designed with facilities and amenities just right for you.
What to look for
It can be challenging to know exactly what features you need, so to help, here’s a list of details to consider when looking for a studio. Assessing the amenities offered by studios applies for artists and creatives, business owners, content creators, social media influencers, or photographers and videographers.
Outside versus inside
Natural light and on-location sound can lead to creative results but put you at mercy of the weather. Using artificial lighting and controlled sound is more reliable and saves time in the editing process. Light can be manipulated in a studio setting to look like natural light, as can sound – or dramatic effects can be used instead. Ample lighting, climate control, and sound proofing put you in the driver’s seat to focus on the professional output you create.
Location
Once you’ve decided to use a studio, look for one that’s easy to access. There are some options close to the CBD, but make sure to check Fyshwick, Beard, and Mitchell too – these are quieter areas, conveniently located within a short drive from most parts of Canberra.
Ease of access
If your clients or talent have accessibility requirements, then how you get in and get out is important. How many floors are in the studio? Are there stairs at the entrance? Are the rooms and doorways disability-friendly?
Also, if you’re hauling in camera gear, wardrobe, or anything bulky, it’s better to drive up to the studio entrance and unload easily.
Free parking
Studios are often available per hour, so you don’t want to spend your creative time (or your talent’s creative time) searching for somewhere to put your car. This is particularly true in Canberra CBD, where parking is scarce. Try a studio with readily available free off-street or on-street spaces.
Size
Some studios in Canberra are small and will suit only a few people or a small group, while others have enough room to fit vehicles and large furniture.
How is the studio designed and for whom? Do you need high ceilings and a lot of space, or are you looking for a more intimate studio hire?
Carefully consider the amount of space you need – for things like ample lighting, camera gear, backdrops, props, or furniture, along with the requirements of a professional photographer or videographer.
Lighting
How big a space are you trying to light? Is the space equipped with professional gear, or do you have to bring your own? Generally, photographers use only two or three lights for product photography or portraits, while lighting a large professional studio space requires more.
Sound
Are you recording audio for a podcast, interview, or video? While audio isn’t important for a photographer, it is for a videographer. Look for a studio space with decent soundproofing or in a quiet area of Canberra, free from traffic, construction, crowds, and noisy businesses.
A good studio should be furnished with microphones, stands, and equipment that can record, save, and edit the audio appropriately.
Backgrounds and backdrops
Some spaces may have cycloramas, but most studios will offer simpler backdrops (perhaps for use as a green screen). Choose a studio with a backdrop suitable for your needs.
Furniture and props
Some Canberra studios have room for a selection of props and furniture for photo and video shoots, like chairs, coffee tables, couches, or decorative items.
Facilities
Do you or your talent need to change clothes, check hair or makeup, or clean up after the shoot? Do you want coffee or tea during the shoot? What about catering options? Look for a studio furnished with amenities like coffee and kitchen facilities, along with enough room for wardrobe change, makeup, and washing up.
Event space
Some Canberra studios allow you to hire the venue for events like launch parties, music performances, workshops, or networking.
Professional equipment
For your project, will you use your own equipment or hire additional? If the studio has equipment, is the hire for the day or half day? Are there any special offers?
Pricing
Studios have flexible hiring options for their spaces where they charge by the hour, half day, or whole day. Check whether the studio advertises special offers and discounts. Does it offer bundles and gift cards?
Generally, you’ll pay more per hour for a larger studio or a studio in high demand. Head farther away from Canberra CBD and you’ll likely pay less. The price and pricing structure will vary from studio to studio.
Ready for the next step?
Contact us – we’d love to chat more about our studio spaces and what they’re equipped with to suit your professional needs.
