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A broadcast is only as good as its studio.

reportivar sets up studios, trains dynamic camera crews and tunes lighting and sound so television news and live shows run smoothly from the first rehearsal to the final credit.

01 · Introduction

Every live second is built long before the red light.

From cable runs and camera pedestals to key lights and talkback, we design the quiet, repeatable routines that let presenters, directors and crews focus on the story.

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Gallery A

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Cameras, lights and audio checked.

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FAQ

What size of studio can you set up?

We work with everything from single-camera presenter spaces to multi-camera news floors and live entertainment stages across the UK.

Can you light for HD, 4K and HDR delivery?

Yes. We plan lighting grids with colour-accurate LED fixtures and balanced levels so your picture holds up on every delivery format.

How long does a typical studio fit-out take?

A compact news set is usually ready in three to five working days. Larger live studios are scheduled in phases around your broadcast calendar.

Do you train camera operators for live news?

We run hands-on sessions in dynamic camera operation: pedestal moves, tracking, framing under pressure and clean cues with the gallery.

How do you handle room acoustics and sound?

We measure the room, treat reflective surfaces, place microphones for clear speech and set gain structures that stay stable during live shows.

Do you work outside London?

Absolutely. Our crews travel to studios and venues across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

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“We went from a chaotic gallery to a calm, repeatable show flow in a single fortnight.”

Our crews audit your studio, map every cue and leave you with a workflow your team can run on its own. Book an audit and see where seconds are being lost.

Head of Production, regional news team

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Sound and signal

Gain more insight into how a live gallery really runs.

We map your sound waves, camera cues and vision mixing so every operator knows what happens next. With clear levels, talkback discipline and rehearsed fallbacks, a live show feels effortless to the audience and calm to the crew.

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We build world-class studio workflows

Dynamic camera operation

Pedestal, tracking and handheld coverage that stays smooth and on cue through breaking news and live shows.

From £480 per day

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Studio lighting design

Colour-accurate grids and key, fill and back light plans tuned to your set, talent and delivery format.

From £620 per day

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Sound and acoustics

Microphone placement, room treatment and gain staging for clean speech and steady levels on air.

From £540 per day

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Live workflow design

Cue sheets, talkback routines and gallery roles that make every rundown predictable and repeatable.

From £390 per day

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Get in touch

Let's stay connected

Planning a new studio or a tricky live show? Call us, email us or send a brief and we will come back to you as soon as possible.

Studio kit checklists, monthly

One short email a month with setup checklists, rigging tips and new package offers.

Free site survey

We visit your studio, measure the space and send a clear plan at no cost.

Fixed-price packages

Transparent pricing with up to 30% off when you bundle setup and training.

Quality guarantee

If a delivered setup misses the agreed spec, we put it right at our expense.

Show-day support

A named engineer is on call for your first live broadcasts after handover.