Jim Hope

Carnaby Meida Hub | Digital Innovation | Future of Production | Integrated Systems | Media Hub Management | Talent Development

The Invisible Threads: Weaving a Seamless Creative Universe
ByJim 6 October 202524 June 2025

We’ve explored the grand vision of the Carnaby Media Hub, from its magnificent soundstages and pioneering virtual production volumes to the dynamic R&D labs that continually push the boundaries of media technology. We’ve even taken a deep dive into the Maestro Mini-Console, a tangible testament to CMH’s internal ingenuity. Each of these components, in its…

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Apple | Blackmagic | Broadcast Technology | Hardware | Streaming | Technology

Blackmagic Camera ProDock: The exact iPhone accessory I’ve been looking for… almost!
ByJim 2 October 20252 October 2025

A few weeks back Apple did a Keynote releasing the iPhone 17 Range and to say that I am impressed is a bit of an understatement. Scratch that—I’m absolutely buzzing, the kind of buzzing you get when you’ve just seen the future of your favourite hobby/side hustle (which, let’s be honest, is practically your main…

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Carnaby Meida Hub | Future Technology | Innovation | Media Production | Product Development | Research & Development

R&D: Pioneering the Future of Media Production at CMH
ByJim 29 September 202524 June 2025

In the ever-accelerating universe of media production, where technology evolves faster than a Hollywood blockbuster’s special effects, standing still will mean becoming a dinosaur in a tutu. At the Carnaby Media Hub, our very design is predicated on avoiding extinction. That’s why, conceptualized to be nestled within our state-of-the-art campus, a dedicated Research and Development (R&D)…

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App Development | Hobby | Personal Projects | Technology | TV App | WebOS

Time Away, WordPress Woes and WebOS… again!
ByJim 25 September 202525 September 2025

Right then, folks, I’ve got to start this one with a massive, hand-on-heart apology. I know, I know, I’ve been a little… quiet. My blogging schedule, which I swear I had pinned to the wall with a little gold star on every Thursday, has basically gone out the window. And for that, I am truly…

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Actor Training | Carnaby Meida Hub | Media Production | Performance Arts | Performing Arts | Studio Design

CMH Movement & Rehearsal Spaces: Where Performance Takes Shape
ByJim 22 September 202524 June 2025

In the dazzling world of media production, it’s easy to get swept away by the glow of LED walls, the complexity of virtual sets, or the sheer processing power of rendering farms. We talk extensively about pixels, data streams, and cutting-edge cameras, and rightly so – these are the technological marvels that bring stories to…

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Advanced Fabrication | Carnaby Meida Hub | Entertainment Technology | Media Production | News

Advanced Fabrication at CMH: 3D Body Scanning & 3D Print Farm
ByJim 15 September 202524 June 2025

In the glorious, often chaotic, world of film and television production, the journey from a flickering idea in a screenwriter’s mind to a tangible object on screen is a testament to countless hours of artistry, ingenuity, and, historically, a fair bit of sticky tape and prayer. For decades, bringing fantastical creatures, intricate historical costumes, or…

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Broadcast Engineering | Broadcast Technology | Carnaby Meida Hub | Cyber Security | IT Infrastructure

The Central Nervous System: Designing the Carnaby Media Hub’s Core IT Infrastructure
ByJim 8 September 202523 June 2025

Alright, settle in, grab a cuppa (or something stronger, depending on your tolerance for network topology diagrams), because today we’re diving deep. And I mean deep. We’ve spent a fair bit of time prattling on about the glamorous bits of the Carnaby Media Hub, haven’t we? The dazzling theatre, the mind-bending Virtual Production Volume, the hushed…

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Plugin Development | Smart TV | WebOS | Wordpress

So, You Wanna Vibe Code a TV App? Let’s Talk WebOS 📺
ByJim 4 September 20254 September 2025

Okay, folks, let’s have a little chat. If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably had one of those moments where a simple idea turns into a full-blown, week-long rabbit hole. You know, the kind that makes your brain ache, your back a little sore, but leaves you with that glorious feeling of, “I actually made…

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Carnaby Meida Hub | Character Creation | Facility Spotlight | Media Hub Design | Media Production

The Human Canvas: Costume, Hair, & Make-up at the Carnaby Media Hub
ByJim 1 September 202520 June 2025

The Art of Visual Transformation Alright, you lovely lot, we’ve embarked on quite the grand adventure through the theoretical, yet utterly thrilling, landscape of the Carnaby Media Hub, haven’t we? We’ve delved deep into the pulsating heart of its IP network infrastructure, marvelling at the digital backbone that promises unparalleled connectivity and seamless data flow. We’ve…

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Family | Health | Life Update | Personal

A Week of Back Pain and My Unexpected Trip to A&E
ByJim 28 August 202528 August 2025

Well, folks, it’s Thursday, and if you’ve been following along, you’ll know that this is usually the day I pop up with some fun new tech tidbit or maybe a rant about a new piece of gear on the market. This week, however, things have taken a bit of a detour. I’m afraid you’re getting…

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