Common questions about our video production consulting, post-production support, storage solutions, and remote editing services.
What does a video production consultant do?
A video production consultant helps creative teams optimize their workflows, storage infrastructure, and technical processes to improve efficiency and reduce downtime. At PostForward, we specialize in post-production environments — from NAS and cloud storage architecture to remote editing setups and media asset management.
How much does post-production consulting cost?
PostForward offers a free initial consultation, hourly rates at $200/hr, and monthly packages starting at $1,400 for up to 8 hours of dedicated support. The right option depends on your needs — a one-time storage audit vs. ongoing workflow optimization require different engagements.
What creative software do you support?
We support Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Media Encoder), Avid Media Composer, DaVinci Resolve, and specialized post-production applications. We also work with asset management platforms like iconik and collaboration tools like Frame.io.
Can you help with remote editing workflows?
Yes — this is one of our core services. We design and implement remote editing environments using tools like LucidLink, cloud storage, proxy workflows, and secure access configurations that let distributed teams edit as if they were in the same room.
What storage solutions do you recommend?
It depends on your workflow. We work with TrueNAS, QNAP, and Synology for on-premise NAS, and S3-compatible cloud storage for remote and hybrid workflows. Most teams benefit from a hybrid approach — fast local storage for active projects and affordable cloud storage for archive and collaboration.
Do you work with teams outside of Washington, DC?
Absolutely. While we're based in Washington, DC, the majority of our consulting work is done remotely. We work with creative teams, agencies, and production companies across the United States and internationally.
How long does a typical engagement last?
It varies widely. A storage audit or workflow assessment might take 1-2 weeks. A full infrastructure implementation could span 1-3 months. Ongoing support packages are month-to-month with no long-term commitment required.
What is iconik and why might my team need it?
Iconik is a cloud-native media asset management (MAM) platform. It helps teams organize, search, and collaborate on media assets across local and cloud storage. If your team spends significant time searching for files or managing access for remote collaborators, a MAM like iconik can dramatically improve efficiency.