The Sydney Morning Herald's new video production studio is up and running. The studio is part of their integrated newsroom located in the new Fairfax Media headquarters.    

Ian Vaile, director of Fairfax Digital Productions, described it as "a powerful and flexible high-definition studio, using the most cost-effective, modern equipment, including a revolutionary software-based video-switching and production system."
 
Vale said the studio was designed for "fast-turnaround segments." The automation within the studio means set designers can return to pre-programmed equipment settings "at the press of a couple of buttons."

"This will dramatically speed up production and make it easier to use," Vale said.
 
The studio contains an edit suite, centralizing all stages of video production on the news floor. A presentation desk will be set up shortly close to the news-editing hub.
 
A larger video studio at Fairfax Media's headquarters is also nearing completion.