Professional Video Podcast Studio in Watford
Broadcast-quality set. Pro audio. Clean lighting. Built for creators, brands and teams who want their content to look and sound professional.
Short Form Studios is a professional podcast recording studio in Watford, Hertfordshire. We offer multi-camera video podcast recording with broadcast-quality audio and an on-site engineer included. Studio hire starts at £130 per hour (2-hour minimum). Bring a hard drive for 20-minute transfer, or choose secure upload with 24-hour turnaround. Editing add-ons are available. (Last updated: )
Designed for creators, brands and teams
Our professional podcast studio in Watford serves 3 types of clients who need broadcast quality content without the complexity.
Professional. Consistent. Broadcast-ready.
Build a professional podcast that looks established from day one. Our multi-camera set up, studio lighting and broadcast equipment give solo creators and podcast hosts the same production quality as major shows. Perfect for Youtubers, independent podcasters and content creators
Record marketing campaigns, expert interviews and branded content series in a professional studio setting. Ideal for brands producing customer facing content, thought leadership videos and campaign material that needs to reflect high production standards and brand identity standards.
Create internal podcasts, leadership updates and team communications without corporate stiffness. Our relaxed studio environment makes executives and team members comfortable on camera while maintaing professional quality for meetings, training content and employee engagement videos.
Choose your studio
Short Form Studios offers two professional podcast recording spaces, designed for different formats, from dynamic multi-angle conversations to streamlined single-camera sessions. Both include studio-grade audio, lighting, on-site engineer support, and fast file turnaround.
Professional Broadcast Podcast Studio
Soundproofed and engineered for long-form, multi-guest recording in a controlled studio environment in Watford.
- Up to 4 guests
- Multi-camera HD capture
- Broadcast-grade microphones
- On-site engineer included
Lifestyle & Conversational Podcast Studio
A relaxed, living-room style podcast studio in Watford designed for warm, natural on-camera content without a heavy studio feel.
- Up to 3 guests
- 1 x 4K camera
- Soft, flattering lighting
- Engineer handles levels & tech
Session packages
Choose hourly, half-day or full-day. Studio 1 half-day is the most requested option for recording 2–3 episodes in one go.
Soundproofed production set
Best for interviews, guest-led shows and high-quality multi-speaker sessions.
Lifestyle conversational set
Warm, natural look, ideal for relaxed on-camera conversations and brand content.
Not sure what length you need? Tell us how many episodes you want to record — we’ll recommend the simplest option.
Optional add-ons
Upgrade your session at our podcast studio Watford with professional edits and branded visuals, without complicating your recording day.
Photography studio (thumbnails + branding)
- YouTube thumbnails + podcast artwork
- LinkedIn + website images
- Flattering lighting, clean backgrounds
Full podcast edit (up to 1 hour)
- Clean, structured edit of full episode (up to 60 mins)
- Audio polish and pacing refinement
- Delivered ready for YouTube / Spotify
5 AI social clips
- AI-selected high-retention moments
- Formatted for Reels, TikTok & Shorts
- Optimised vertical delivery
Why choose Short Form Studios in Watford?
If you want your podcast to look and sound professional (without making it a whole production), we’ve built two studio setups that make filming simple, whether you’re a solo creator, a brand team, or a guest-led show.
Broadcast-quality audio, every time
You get consistent sound, clean recordings, and a setup designed for real conversations, not echoey rooms or “make it work” microphones.
Video that’s actually usable
Multi-camera angles and lighting that flatter, so your clips feel publish-ready, across YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok.
Two studios, one consistent standard
Choose the setup that fits your show: a soundproof studio with engineer included, or a lifestyle set with optional operator, both built for speed and quality.
Easy to get to from London + Hertfordshire
Based in North Watford near the M1, with simple transport and parking, ideal for guests, teams and repeat sessions.
Studio 1
Soundproofed • 3 cameras • Engineer included
Best for serious audio control, guest-heavy shows, and anyone who wants a smooth, guided session.
Check Studio 1 availabilityStudio 2
Lifestyle set • 2 cameras • Optional operator
Best for relaxed on-camera conversations, brand-led content, and creators who want a more “home studio” feel.
Check Studio 2 availability
From booking to delivery, here’s how it works
A simple, supported process at Short Form Studios in Watford, so you can focus on the conversation while we handle the technical setup.
Check availability
Choose Studio 1 or Studio 2 and tell us your preferred time. We’ll confirm quickly.
Arrive & record
Everything is lit, framed and ready. Our on-site engineer manages audio, cameras and levels.
Receive your files
Multi-camera HD video and podcast-ready audio, with 20-minute drive transfer if you bring your drive or secure cloud upload for £25 (within 24-hour hours).
What’s included at our podcast studio Watford
Turn up. Sit down. Record. We handle the technical setup so you can focus entirely on the conversation.
Multi-camera video
Professional HD video recording, tailored to your studio setup.
Broadcast-quality microphones
Studio-grade audio captured cleanly, with levels monitored throughout.
Lighting & framing set
Balanced, flattering lighting already dialled in before you arrive.
On-site engineer support
We run cameras, audio and recording, you stay in the conversation.
Fast file Turnaround
If you bring a hard drive, we can transfer your footage within 20 minutes of finishing. Prefer cloud? We’ll securely upload everything to our server for £25.
Studio-ready environment
Sound-controlled space designed for consistent, professional results.
Trusted by creators and brands across Hertfordshire and London
Our Watford studios are built for professional video podcasts, audio podcasts, and content clips, whether you need a soundproof multi-camera interview setup or a relaxed lifestyle set with natural light.
Podcast studio Watford FAQs
Quick answers to the questions we get most before a session.
What do I receive after my session?
You’ll receive all HD video files from your session. Bring a hard drive and we’ll transfer within 20 minutes of wrap. Or we can securely upload everything to our server for £25 (24-hour turnaround). Edited content is delivered separately according to your agreed schedule.
Is an engineer included?
Yes, every booking includes on-site technical support. We handle audio levels, recording and the camera setup so you can focus on the conversation.
How many people can record in each studio?
Studio 1 is best for podcasts with up to 4 guests. Studio 2 is best for up to 2-3 guests in a more relaxed lifestyle set.
Do you provide editing?
Yes. We offer a full podcast edit (up to 1 hour) for £250, and 5 AI social clips for £50. For branded exports, you’ll need to send your logo and end board assets.
Can I get thumbnail / branding photos while I’m there?
Yes, add a quick photography studio session for £50 (15 minutes). It’s ideal for thumbnails, podcast artwork and brand images while you’re already camera-ready.
What do I need to bring?
Just yourself, your guests and your talking points. We provide the cameras, lighting, microphones and on-site engineer. If you’d like to leave with your footage immediately, bring a hard drive and we’ll transfer your files within around 20 minutes of finishing. Otherwise, we can securely upload everything to our server for £25 (24-hour turnaround).
How do I check availability?
Use our check availability form and tell us your preferred date, time and studio. We’ll confirm options and next steps.
Find our podcast studio in Watford
Short Form Studios is a professional video podcast studio in Watford, based at WOW Workspaces in North Watford, minutes from the M1 and Watford town centre, with easy parking and transport access.
Studio location – key facts
Not sure which setup you need? Use the availability form and we’ll recommend Studio 1 or Studio 2.
Book Your Podcast Studio.
Ready to record? Tell us what you need and we’ll confirm your studio and time.