NAS Storage for Post-Production.
Editors, colorists and VFX artists all pull from the same storage, and it has to keep up with 4K and higher. We design, install and look after NAS systems sized for that load.
Quick answer
Clouds Agency is a creative agency in Los Angeles. NAS design, deployment and upkeep for Los Angeles post-production studios, using QNAP, Synology, EditShare or TrueNAS for editorial, color and VFX.
Storage Needs Assessment
We look at your formats, team size, current projects and expected growth, then size the storage for today with room to add.
NAS Hardware Selection
QNAP is a common choice if you want ZFS, Synology has polished software, EditShare is built for broadcast workflows and TrueNAS suits high-throughput custom builds. We pick by workload and budget.
10GbE Network Integration
A NAS is only as fast as its network connection. We design the 10GbE or 25GbE switching so the storage can deliver its rated speed.
RAID and Data Protection
RAID 6 or ZFS RAIDZ2 for active storage, with alerts and a written procedure for replacing a failed drive.
Backup Integration
A NAS is not a backup. Each install comes with a plan for a local second copy, a cloud archive and, if needed, LTO tape.
Ongoing Management
Health monitoring, firmware updates and capacity planning, with support when something fails.
Platforms and hardware we work with
- QNAP
- Synology
- EditShare
- TrueNAS
- Quantum
- Promise Technology
Questions people ask
How much storage do we need?
We work it out from your camera formats, how many projects are active at once and how long you keep them online. We then add room for growth.
Will we have downtime during the install?
We build and test the new NAS alongside the old storage, then move projects in stages. The final cutover is the only real interruption, and we schedule it away from deadlines.
Which brand should we buy?
It depends on the workload, the team and your budget. We recommend a platform after the needs assessment, and say so if something outside this list suits you better.
Who owns the hardware?
You do. It is bought in your name, and we give you the configuration and drive replacement notes.
Do you support the NAS after install?
Yes. Ongoing management covers monitoring, firmware updates and capacity planning, or we can hand it to your IT person.
Problems we fix
- Premiere Pro Dropped Frames on a NAS: SMB and Cache FixesDropped frames and buffering in Premiere Pro on a NAS often come down to link speed, SMB signing, wired or wireless paths and cache location. Fix them in order.Read the guide
- Premiere Pro Stutter on Shared Storage: Find the CausePremiere Pro stutters when the timeline plays from a NAS? Here is how to tell storage, network, codec and GPU limits apart before you change any settings.Read the guide
- Outgrown Local Drives? Signs You Need Shared StorageTen signs that portable drives are holding your edit team back, what shared storage fixes, and when a single fast drive with backups is still the right answer.Read the guide
- Best NAS Storage for Post-Production Teams in 2026Choosing the right NAS for a post-production environment is more nuanced than specs alone. We break down the top options for small and mid-size studios in Los Angeles.Read the guide
Planning new shared storage?
Tell us about your projects and team, and we will propose a storage design that fits.