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A space for storytellers The CVP Creator Hub supports the next gen of hybrid creatives

F or almost 40 years, CVP has been a trusted partner to the world’s most discerning filmmakers and broadcast professionals – those working with high-end systems like the Arri Alexa, Red DSMC3 or Sony Venice, where technical precision, insight and service are paramount. That legacy remains a vital part of CVP’s business. But CVP has always spoken the language of content creators – supporting them with knowledge, access and advice at every stage of their journey. Now, that relationship takes a bold step forward with the introduction of a dedicated space created specifically for them: a place to explore, get hands-on with gear and be inspired. It’s the latest addition to CVP’s growing portfolio of showrooms – and a clear signal of our commitment to today’s generation of creative storytellers. Welcome to the CVP Creator Hub – a curated, hands-on experience at Charlotte Street in London, designed with the needs of today’s fast-evolving creative community in mind. Whether you’re a documentary filmmaker with a nimble mirrorless kit, a self-shooting director building a podcast empire or a YouTuber creating engaging content, this space offers the tools, expertise and inspiration to level up your craft. At the heart of the Creator Hub is Stuart Dennis, a well-known advocate for hybrid shooters and emerging creators. With years of experience bridging the worlds of broadcast, videography and content creation, Dennis understands the need for a space that reflects the way modern creatives actually work. “If you’re just starting out with a Sony A7S III or Canon R5 C and a modest budget, walking into a showroom filled with £60K cinema rigs can feel really daunting – it’s like looking to buy your first car and walking straight into a Ferrari dealership,” says Dennis. “The Creator Hub is changing that – it’s welcoming, practical and built for people who take storytelling seriously, no matter the scale.”

HUB AND RUNNING CVP’s new showroom is for all content creators, whether shooting vertical vlogs or video on a gimbal From mirrorless to multicam

This is a space designed to demystify kit and encourage exploration, showcasing a broad spectrum of equipment from leading manufacturers like Sony, Nikon, Canon, Panasonic, Fujifilm and Blackmagic. Expect to see the likes of the Sony FX30, Panasonic S5 II X, Canon R6 Mk II, Nikon Z 8 and Z 6 III – all selected for their imaging potential, compact form factors and strong price-performance ratio. Hybrid lenses will be featured alongside compact, affordable cine glass from brands like Sirui, Thypoch, Nisi and Blazar – all options that are redefining what’s possible for emerging filmmakers who are on realistic budgets. Of course, it’s not just about the cameras and lenses. Lighting, sound and monitoring solutions are equally

represented, with curated rigs and pre- configured kits that show just how easily everything works together – exactly the kind of joined-up thinking today’s solo creatives rely on. More than a showroom The Creator Hub isn’t just a retail environment – it’s an experiential studio space as well. Visitors can try out podcasting set-ups, build out YouTube rigs or test a vlogging camera. It’s all presented in real-world environments, with familiar

“The Creator Hub is welcoming, practical and built for people who take storytelling seriously, no matter the scale”

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