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CineSys and Leostream Revolutionise Hybrid Work for Republic Creative Studios

In the ever-evolving world of creative production, staying ahead means adopting cutting-edge solutions to enhance productivity and flexibility. Republic Creative Studios, a Dallas-based collective specialising in production, editorial, and design, has partnered with CineSys and Leostream to enable seamless hybrid workflows for their team of editors, designers, and artists.

With a fully integrated tech infrastructure powered by Leostream’s Remote Desktop Access Platform, Republic is bridging the gap between on-premise and remote work, ensuring their teams have access to high-performance tools wherever they are.


Who is Republic?

Republic Creative Studios is a hub of innovation, housing three distinct creative units:

  • Republic Productions
  • Republic Editorial
  • Republic Design

Together, they deliver cutting-edge short-form advertising across TV, social platforms, and even physical spaces. Their notable clients include McDonald’s, Dr. Pepper, Converse, and Lenovo, with projects spanning photorealistic 3D designs, hand-drawn 2D animation, and full-scale VFX integration.

Republic’s projects often require intensive workloads like color grading, sound design, and finishing, making access to robust, high-performance computing resources essential.


CineSys and Leostream: The Perfect Match for Hybrid Work

To meet Republic’s demanding needs, CineSys—a leader in broadcast and media systems integration—designed a bespoke system powered by Leostream’s Remote Desktop Access Platform. This solution allows Republic’s team to:

  • Effortlessly switch between on-site and remote work.
  • Access both on-premise and cloud-based workstations securely.
  • Maintain consistent desktop environments, ensuring smooth workflows.

Leostream’s platform integrates seamlessly with high-performance display protocols like Mechdyne TGX and PCoIP, ensuring low-latency, high-resolution access to even the most demanding production environments, including 4K video editing and complex VFX tasks.


Key Benefits for Republic

  1. Seamless Hybrid Workflows
    Leostream’s platform enables editors and designers to start projects in the office and continue remotely without interruptions, fostering greater flexibility and creativity.
  2. Enhanced Productivity
    The system’s persistent connections and intuitive design eliminate the need for clunky VPNs, letting Republic’s team focus on creating, not troubleshooting.
  3. Quick Implementation
    With the technical expertise of CineSys, the system was implemented rapidly, avoiding downtime and ensuring a smooth transition to the hybrid model.
  4. Secure Remote Access
    Built on zero-trust principles, the Leostream platform ensures strict authentication and secure resource allocation, safeguarding Republic’s sensitive projects.

Republic’s Verdict

According to Jason Vigue, Senior Motion Graphics/VFX Artist at Republic:

“Leostream offers an ideal enterprise-class system tailored to our hybrid work environment. It centralises our resources to give us secure remote access to creative tools, so our editors and designers are more productive.”


Why This Matters

In today’s fast-paced creative industries, blending art and technology is essential. With Leostream and CineSys, Republic has embraced a hybrid model that combines cutting-edge technology with flexibility, setting a new standard for production studios worldwide.

As Karen Gondoly, CEO of Leostream, highlights:

“Modern content pairs art and technology in new and effective ways, and we’re proud to support studios like Republic in their creative journeys.”


About the Partners

Leostream: A global leader in remote desktop solutions, Leostream has over 20 years of expertise in enabling secure, high-performance remote work environments.

CineSys: A North American broadcast and media systems integrator specialising in accelerating workflows and strengthening infrastructures for industries ranging from media to government.


Republic’s story is a testament to how the right technology can empower creative teams to push boundaries while staying connected, no matter where they work.

What are your thoughts on this hybrid approach? Share your comments below!

Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo: Founder’s Price Launch at £499!

Exciting news for 3D printing enthusiasts! Anycubic has unveiled the Kobra S1 Combo, a cutting-edge addition to their renowned lineup of 3D printers, and they’re offering a special Founder’s Price of just £499. This exclusive pre-order offer is only available from January 2nd to January 5th, so don’t miss out!

Pre-order Details

Do forget to use the code MATTPORTER when order to get an additional discount!!!

Why Choose the Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo?

The Kobra S1 Combo is packed with features that redefine convenience, speed, and versatility in 3D printing. Here’s why this new model is making waves:

Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo: Founder's Price Launch at £499!
Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo: Founder’s Price Launch at £499!
  • Fully Enclosed CoreXY Construction: With a print size of 250 x 250 x 250mm, this sturdy design ensures precision and reliability for every project.
  • Vibrant 8-Color Printing: Add dazzling multicolour effects to your prints with ease.
  • Broad Filament Compatibility: Supports all major filaments, making it a versatile choice for diverse projects.
  • Simultaneous Drying & Printing: A built-in drying system keeps your filaments in optimal condition while you print.
  • Ultra-Fast Printing at 600mm/s: Boost your productivity with one of the fastest printing speeds available.
  • Ultra-Quiet Performance: Operating at just 44dB, it’s perfect for home or office use.
  • 320° Hotend: Enjoy hassle-free, clog-free printing with a high-temperature hotend that’s easy to disassemble.
  • Free Multicolor Model Downloads: Get started immediately with ready-to-print designs!
Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo: Founder's Price Launch at £499!
Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo: Founder’s Price Launch at £499!

Exclusive Launch Campaign

Anycubic’s launch campaign offers a series of exclusive perks for early adopters. Here’s the schedule:

  • January 2nd – January 5th: Founder’s Price £499 (Unlock 5 Exclusive Perks)
  • January 6th – January 20th: Super Early Bird Pre-sale £549 (Unlock 4 Exclusive Perks)
  • January 21st – February 10th: Early Bird Pre-sale £579 (Unlock 3 Exclusive Perks)
  • February 11th onwards: In-stock Sale Starts £599 (Unlock 3 Exclusive Perks)
Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo: Founder's Price Launch at £499!
Anycubic Kobra S1 Combo: Founder’s Price Launch at £499!

Why Pre-order Now?

The Founder’s Price offers you the lowest entry point into the Kobra S1 Combo experience, along with 5 exclusive perks that won’t be available later. It’s an opportunity to be among the first to own this groundbreaking printer while saving money and accessing early adopter benefits.

Don’t wait too long—this special £499 offer ends on January 5th. Visit the pre-order page to secure your Kobra S1 Combo today and start creating in 2024 with speed, style, and precision!

 

Mitchell & Brown’s Parent Group Celebrates 25 Years in Business

The team behind Mitchell & Brown – the UK’s favourite TV brand, hosted a special celebration this month to mark 25 years of the TVD Group – the TV brand’s parent company.

Employees from the TVD Group and several suppliers attended the 25-year celebration for the company, which was hosted by Worsley Golf Club, close to the group’s HQ in Bolton, Lancashire.

The TVD Group has seen huge success over the past 25 years, including a whopping £242 million turnover, over 200,000 completed installations, and over one million total products sold. A significant part of the group’s recent success has been the launch in 2016 of the Mitchell & Brown TV brand.

Mitchell & Brown’s Parent Group Celebrates 25 Years in Business

Developed to give retailers a trusted, local brand of high-quality TVs to sell, all backed by an unrivalled 7-year guarantee, Mitchell & Brown has rapidly become a firm High Street favourite and the UK’s best loved domestic TV supplier.

The TVD celebration event was an opportunity to unite everyone involved in TVD Group’s success and thank them for being part of the journey. On the night there was live music, a buffet, and a speech by Director Matthew Brown.

Matthew thanked the team and suppliers for their efforts over the years and acknowledged all the people who couldn’t be there, including his late father Jim Brown who he founded the company with alongside brother Dan.

Born in 1996, the TVD Group started with a shop in Leigh, and has now become a leading UK provider in audio-visual solutions on both commercial and domestic fronts.

Dan Brown, Director of Operations
Dan Brown, Director of Operations

From humble beginnings running electronics store ‘TV and Video Direct’, Dan and Matthew Brown have considerably grown the business over the past 25 years. They now operate six divisions within the TVD Group – TVD Technology Solutions, TVD B2B, TVC Outdoor, Mitchell & Brown, MySign Digital Screen Solutions and Retail & Online.

Dan Brown, Director of Operations, said: We’ve come a long way since 1996 and my brother and I couldn’t be prouder of the success we have achieved with the help of our expert team and fantastic suppliers.

“It was important for us to acknowledge everyone’s hard work and we hope the event lived up to expectations – everyone certainly seemed to have a good time!

“We are looking forward to building this family business into the next quarter of a century.”