Photography & Videography Studio
A versatile video and photography studio for hire in Manchester, designed for creators who want flexible, professional, and fully customisable visuals.
Whether you're producing branded content, shooting high-quality social media campaigns, creating promotional videos, or capturing portraits, our versatile studio offers the perfect backdrop setup for standout visuals.
A flexible content studio designed for visual creators in Manchester
Our space features a choice of seating arrangements, interchangeable backdrops and colour lighting - ideal for influencers, brands or creative agencies. Elevate your content and transform the look and feel of your shoot within minutes.
Our studio’s adaptable, hassle-free layout makes it a great choice for professional photography and video recording sessions. Whether you’re an influencer shooting social media content, or a corporate creating business-focused audio and video, you can tailor the setup to match your brand identity and goals.
What we offer
Customisable colour lighting
Backdrop options including curtains, multiple coloured backdrop walls, wood slats or a natural-looking greenery wall
Bookshelf and shelving units to add accessories or branded items
Seating options - singular high stool, sofa + armchair setups, and more
Changing Facilities
We offer private in-room dressing tables, privacy dividers and clothing rails to allow for clothing changes and make-up topups.
Complete Room Access
Your hire includes full use of furniture, backdrops and lighting within the studio, plus freedom to move and arrange these however you like for the perfect shot.
On-site assistance
We offer assistance during your session to help with lighting, positioning, equipment, and general setup. This is included in your hire, with no hidden costs.
Content Studio Pricing & Availability
Seating Arrangements
1 - 2 person - Sofa
3 person - chairs
Ancoat’s Podcast Studio in the Heart of Manchester
Our photography & lighting equipment specs.
-
You will have access to 3 Sony A7III cameras, renowned for their full-frame sensors and crystal-clear 4K UHD recording. By oversampling from 6K, they deliver sharp, detailed footage with vibrant colour, cinematic depth, and excellent dynamic range, perfect for creating professional video and photographic content your audience will love.
-
Our studio is equipped with 4 RØDE PodMics, dynamic broadcast-quality microphones designed for podcasters and audio professionals. Known for their rich, balanced sound and excellent clarity, these mics ensure every voice is captured with warmth and detail.
Combined with their solid build and internal pop filter, they deliver professional audio with minimal handling noise - perfect for interviews, panel discussions, and solo recordings alike.
-
At our Manchester podcasting and photography studio, lighting is designed with flexibility in mind. The space is fitted with ceiling lights, LED strip lights and stand-up lights, all with customisable colour options and control on brightness and tone.
Whether you want a clean, professional look for interviews, a dynamic setup for video, or a tailored mood for branded content, our lighting can be adjusted to match your requirements.
-
Our Manchester content studio is equipped with a Blackmagic ATEM Mini Extreme and a Mac Mini.
The ATEM Mini Extreme is a professional-grade switcher that allows seamless live camera switching, picture-in-picture layouts, and smooth transitions. Paired with the speed and reliability of the Mac Mini, this setup ensures efficient recording, live streaming, and post-production workflows, giving your podcast a polished, broadcast-quality finish.
FAQs
-
Our sessions start from £110 per hour, with a simple sliding rate that becomes more cost-effective the longer you book. Sessions can be reserved from a minimum of 1 hour up to 8 hours.
There are no hidden extras or add-ons. Your hire includes full access to everything in the studio: cameras, microphones, backdrops, seating options, and all recorded footage, provided to you at no additional charge.
-
Our studio comes fully equipped with everything you need for professional photography, videography and content. You’ll have access to 3 Sony A7III 4K cameras, 4 RØDE PodMics, professional studio lighting with customisable settings, a Blackmagic ATEM Mini Extreme with Mac Mini for live recording and editing.
A variety of backdrops and set options (including shelving units, LED slats, coloured rollers, and curtains) are also included, all at no extra cost.
-
Yes - a dedicated studio manager will be on hand throughout your booking. Your studio manager will handle the recording, make setup recommendations, and provide your finished files via a Google Drive link at the end.
-
Yes - prices start from £110 for one hour, with no need to sign up for further bookings. However, our rates do become more cost-effective the longer you book for. You can view more details here.
-
We know that life gets in the way sometimes. If you need to cancel your booking, you will receive a full refund as long as you provide us with at least 48 hours notice. To reschedule, please get in touch, and we’ll figure out another suitable date.
Ready to start creating content that actually stands out?
Film, shoot, and produce in a fully equipped content studio in Manchester. Designed for modern brands and creators.