Specialist tech support built for creatives. We speak your language, no jargon, no guff. Clear and easy to understand advice.
Run by a photographer with 20+ years experience.
It's like a puzzle, but with budgets & security to look after.
Weird puzzle, we know…
Over the past twenty years, there are few things we haven't encountered. From catastrophic hard drive failures and people calling in tears, to helping integrate video into workflows, or even programming custom system macros that automatically generate PDFs, rename them, and file them beautifully for accountants (we love this level of geekery). Mainframed, the tech consultancy for creatives was born!
We also know how much most people either dislike or don't understand this stuff. Mainframed was set up so you can save time by speaking to a pro about your tech issues or questions. With a current, active career in commercial photography, our expert will save you hours of sifting through YouTube tutorials, while also making sure it's an enjoyable and straightforward chat.
Let's face it, it's nice to talk to a human right?
Twenty years in photography and moving image - from tiny editorial shoots to billboards for global brands. We've faced almost every challenge you can name, drawing on a wealth of experience and know-how.
Couple that experience with an unhealthy fascination with tech and you'll see why Mainframed was born.
Most people struggle with the tech side of being a creative. From chatting about RAID systems to talking you out of buying the latest and greatest - solid advice, with your best interests at heart. We're freelance, and have been for over 20 years, we get it.
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"Tom at Mainframed knows how to do all the tech stuff that I don't and is my first call when I've turned it off and on again and I'm left cluelessly scratching my head. He knows what's what and is friendly about it too."
Tom Oldham - Photographer
"Always a step ahead, always super precise and helpful -couldn't recommend more. He's helped me on numerous projects over the years, not just for myself but also for some extremely demanding clients with very technical challenges. Basically the guy you wish worked in your local camera shop."
Matthew Joseph - Photographer
"Tom, with his love of systems, efficiency and tech, is an excellent guide when it comes to finding solutions to the myriad of hurdles photographers face in their increasingly multi-faceted industry. His patient and pragmatic approach is both reassuring and incredibly valuable."
Greg Funnell - Photographer
"Tom's assistance in data management for my workflow has been invaluable, providing peace of mind and ensuring the consistent safety of my data. His ability to simplify and make technical jargon accessible has made the entire process a pleasure."
James Hole - Photographer
"I loved Tom's down to earth friendly approach. He really listened to my issues and came up with some brilliant solutions for tethering and camera purchase decisions. His knowledge on tech is amazing but able to explain things jargon free. Perfect for a technophobe like me!"
Olivia Brabbs - Photographer
"Mainframed enabled me to make informed decisions about storage options for a growing photography archive. I feel I was truly listened to and provided with several options. Tom's knowledge and passion for tech is second to none. Highly recommended."
Étienne Lainé - Photographer