Independent broadcast & media consultancy

Clear thinking for complex media technology.

Practical technical and commercial guidance for broadcasters, media companies and technology vendors navigating streaming, cloud and changing workflows.

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What I do

From technology decisions to delivery.

Solent Media Services helps teams make sense of their options, connect the right partners and turn complex challenges into workable plans.

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Broadcast & streaming

Advice on video workflows, OTT, distribution and the transition between traditional broadcast and streaming.

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Cloud & AWS

Cloud transformation, architecture decisions, cost awareness and navigating the media technology ecosystem.

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Commercial & vendor strategy

Support with technology selection, partnerships, supplier relationships and the commercial side of change.

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Workflow improvement

Reviewing media supply chains to find opportunities for simpler processes, automation and better use of resources.

About

Independent insight, grounded in the industry.

Solent Media Services was founded by Simon Clarke, a UK based broadcast and media professional with experience across technology vendors, broadcasters and media organisations.

Simon brings technical understanding and commercial perspective together to help teams evaluate options, solve problems and move projects forward with confidence.

A separate creative service

Drone filming & aerial photography.

Alongside consultancy, Solent Media Services undertakes aerial filming and photography projects. Based in Hampshire, the work has a particular interest in the Solent, coastline, boats and marine settings.

Have a location or project in mind? Get in touch to discuss what you need and how it could be filmed.

Get in touch

Let’s talk about your next challenge.

Whether you are exploring a new workflow, reviewing a technology decision or looking for an experienced industry perspective, get in touch.