IT Infrastructure for Christchurch Creative Professionals & Design Studios
IT infrastructure designed for creative professionals who use Apple. Fast file sharing, protected backups, smooth Mac workflows, and secure remote collaboration. Built for how you actually work, not generic business IT.
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Why Most IT Falls Short for Creative Teams
Most creative professionals end up with IT infrastructure designed for corporate offices, not creative workflows. Not because they lack hardware (you probably have great Macs and high-end monitors), but because the infrastructure connecting everything together wasn't built for large design files, 3D models, video projects, or team collaboration on creative work.
Files Move Too Slowly
Opening large design files, 3D models, or CAD drawings takes minutes. Syncing asset libraries across team members takes hours. Your internet connection is fast, but local file sharing is stuck in 2010. You spend more time waiting than creating.
Work Lives on Individual Macs
Projects are scattered across laptops. Freelancers email files back and forth. Version control is chaos. When a Mac breaks, work stops until IT can recover files. Collaboration feels harder than it should be.
IT Support Doesn't Get It
Your IT provider understands Windows and email servers, but not creative tools, design workflows, or why 3D artists need different infrastructure than office workers. Support conversations require translation. Problems take longer to fix because they don't speak creative.
Creative teams need infrastructure designed for their actual workflows. File sharing that handles large assets smoothly. Backups that protect months of client work. Mac support from people who understand creative software. Remote collaboration that doesn't compromise security.
That's what we build. Infrastructure focused on value and outcomes, designed for creative professionals who rely on Apple.
Creative Workflow Challenges We Solve
Your files move slowly between team members and cloud storage
Large design files, 3D models, video projects, and CAD drawings take minutes to open. Creative teams wait for files to load. Exporting client deliverables or rendering projects takes hours. Your team spends more time waiting than creating.
Fast local storage and networks designed for creative file sizes. Your team opens large design files instantly, syncs asset libraries in seconds, and shares projects without waiting. Infrastructure that keeps up with your creative pace.
One Mac breaks and work stops until IT can figure it out
Projects are stuck on individual machines. Freelancers can't access what they need. Client deadlines slip because you're waiting for someone to fix a laptop. IT support doesn't understand creative software or workflows.
Centralized project storage with secure remote access. When a Mac fails, your team keeps working from any device. IT support that understands creative tools and workflows. Problems get solved quickly by people who speak your language.
Collaborating with freelancers means emailing files back and forth
Version control is chaos. You have three "final" versions and don't know which is current. Freelancers have access to everything or nothing. When projects end, you forget to revoke access. File sizes exceed email limits so you resort to WeTransfer or Dropbox links that expire.
Secure project sharing with granular permissions. Freelancers access only their assigned projects, with file sync that handles version conflicts automatically. When the project ends, access is revoked immediately. No email attachments, no expired links, no version confusion.
Losing your work to a ransomware attack or hardware failure would devastate your business
Your backups live on the same network as your work files. If ransomware hits, it encrypts everything including backups. You have months of client work at risk. When insurance asks about disaster recovery procedures, you don't have documentation.
Protected backups that ransomware cannot delete. Hourly snapshots for active projects, offsite copies for completed work. Quarterly testing so you know recovery actually works. Documentation that satisfies insurance requirements and gives you peace of mind.
What You Get When You Work With Us
Not features or specs. Outcomes that matter to your creative business. Infrastructure that helps you work better, not just check technical boxes.
Your Files Move Fast
Whether you're working with design layouts, 3D models, video projects, web design assets, or CAD drawings, your files open quickly and save instantly. No more waiting for cloud sync or watching progress bars.
Designers, 3D artists, web agencies, architects, and marketing teams work at creative speed, not file transfer speed. Large asset libraries sync in seconds. Team members collaborate on the same project without stepping on each other.
- Fast local storage for active projects
- Team file sharing without cloud delays
- Large file transfers that finish in seconds, not minutes
- Multiple people working on related files simultaneously
- Automatic syncing that handles version conflicts
- Wireless that works for collaboration, wired for heavy lifting
Your Work Is Protected
Hourly snapshots of everything you're working on. Offsite copies of completed projects. Protection from ransomware, hardware failures, and accidental deletions. You can recover yesterday's version or last month's draft without thinking about it.
Sleep well knowing your work is protected. Recover from mistakes in minutes. Insurance and clients get the disaster recovery documentation they require.
- Hourly snapshots you can restore yourself
- Ransomware protection that actually works
- Offsite backups for completed client work
- Quick recovery from accidental deletions or overwrites
- Tested disaster recovery with documented procedures
- Backup capacity that grows with your business
Your Macs Work Smoothly
New Macs come pre-configured with your creative software already installed and licensed. Updates happen during off-hours. When something breaks, IT support that understands creative tools and workflows fixes it quickly.
New team members productive on day one. No manual software setup. Consistent tools across all Macs. Support from people who understand creative software, not just generic IT.
- Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, Sketch, or other creative tools pre-installed
- Automatic software updates during off-hours
- Company-specific presets, templates, and fonts
- Fast replacement when hardware fails
- Remote troubleshooting for on-location work
- IT support that speaks creative, not just technical
Remote Team Members Can Access What They Need
Freelancers and remote staff get secure access to their assigned projects without VPN complexity or access to your entire library. File sync handles large assets automatically. When contracts end, access is revoked immediately.
Collaborate with anyone, anywhere, without security compromises. Freelancers see their projects, not everything. File versions stay in sync automatically. Access control you can manage yourself.
- Project-level access control, not all-or-nothing
- Automatic file sync for remote team members
- Multi-factor authentication for all remote access
- Session logging for audit trails
- Instant access revocation when projects end
- Large file handling without email attachment limits
Your Business Scales as You Grow
Add team members without infrastructure headaches. Expand storage when project volumes increase. Upgrade networks when file sizes get larger. Your IT infrastructure grows with your business, not against it.
Hire confidently knowing IT can keep up. Storage and network capacity that expands as needed. Infrastructure investments that last years, not months.
- Add team members without infrastructure overhauls
- Storage that expands as project volumes grow
- Network upgrades that don't require replacing everything
- Capacity planning based on business growth projections
- Phased upgrades that fit budget cycles
- Future-ready infrastructure that supports new tools and workflows
Everything Just Works
File sharing that doesn't corrupt project files. Backups that happen automatically. Software updates that don't break plugins or presets. IT infrastructure that stays out of your way so you can focus on creative work.
Fewer IT interruptions. More time creating. Confidence that technical foundations are solid so you can focus on growing your business.
- File servers optimised for creative applications
- Backup schedules that don't slow down workstations
- Update management that preserves plugin compatibility
- Monitoring that catches problems before they impact work
- Documentation so you're not dependent on one IT person
- Quarterly reviews to plan ahead, not react to crises
The magnumit Difference
We Build for Creative Workflows, Not Office IT
Typical IT providers deploy systems designed for spreadsheets and email, then wonder why creative work suffers. We design for large design files, rendering workloads, and collaborative projects. Infrastructure optimised for how creative teams actually work, not generic office patterns.
We Talk Creative, Not IT Jargon
You shouldn't need to translate between creative tools and IT terminology. We understand Adobe Creative Cloud, Cinema 4D, Blender, DaVinci Resolve, and the file formats you work with daily. Conversations happen in language you understand, solutions focus on creative outcomes.
We Invest Performance Where It Actually Matters
Generic IT providers either skimp everywhere or gold-plate everything. We focus performance investments where they improve daily work: fast file access for design teams, optimised storage for video editors, network capacity for rendering. You get speed where it counts, not wasted budget on specs you don't need.
We Design Security That Doesn't Block Creativity
Corporate IT locks down everything and wonders why productivity dies. Creative teams need to move fast. We build security that protects in the background: encrypted backups, secure remote access, ransomware protection. You stay safe without feeling restricted or slowed down.
We Design for Apple, Not Force Macs Into Windows IT
Most IT providers are Windows-first and treat Macs as difficult exceptions. Your business runs on Apple. We design for that reality: file servers optimised for macOS, backup solutions that work with Apple tools, support staff who actually understand Mac-specific workflows.
We Work On-Site When It Makes the Difference
Remote-only support fails when you need network infrastructure setup, team training, or hands-on troubleshooting. We work on-site across Christchurch when being there matters. Local presence, direct access when complex work needs doing.
What You Get
Infrastructure That Keeps Up
File servers optimised for large design files. Networks that handle video editing and rendering. Storage that expands as project volumes grow. IT that supports creative work, not slows it down.
Protection That Doesn't Get in the Way
Automatic backups that protect months of client work. Ransomware protection that runs in the background. Secure remote access without VPN headaches. Security that works for creative teams.
Support That Understands Creative Work
Conversations in language you understand, not IT jargon. Solutions focused on creative outcomes. Support staff who know Adobe Creative Cloud, rendering workflows, and Mac-specific issues.
Systems Designed for Apple
File servers optimised for macOS. Backup solutions that work with Apple tools. Infrastructure designed for Mac workflows, not Windows systems forced onto Apple devices.
Questions Creative Professionals Ask Us
Real questions from designers, photographers, architects, and creative agency owners.
What makes creative team IT different from regular office IT?
File sizes and workflow patterns. Office workers deal with Word documents and email. Creative teams work with large design files, 3D models, video projects, extensive asset libraries, and large project folders that need to sync between team members. Infrastructure designed for offices bottlenecks creative work. We design for your actual file sizes and collaboration patterns, not generic business needs.
Can you work with our existing Macs and infrastructure?
Yes. Most upgrades don't require replacing everything. We assess what you have, identify performance bottlenecks, and upgrade strategically. Your Macs stay. Storage and network improvements happen progressively based on budget and priorities. We phase upgrades so you get immediate improvements without a complete infrastructure replacement.
How much does IT infrastructure for a 5-10 person creative team cost?
Depends on what you need. Small teams with basic file sharing and backups start around $10-15k for foundational infrastructure. Larger teams with extensive storage, fast networks, and comprehensive backup systems run $25-50k. We provide detailed quotes after assessing your current setup, file sizes, and workflow requirements. Most investments last 3-5 years before needing major upgrades.
What happens to our work if your backup system fails?
Backups use redundant storage (multiple drives, so one failure doesn't cause data loss). Offsite copies protect against building disasters. We test recovery quarterly to confirm backups actually work. Most businesses never experience catastrophic data loss, but the ones that do without proper backups rarely recover. We design backup systems so failure of any single component doesn't put your work at risk.
Can remote freelancers access our project files securely?
Yes, with granular access control. Freelancers get access to specific projects, not your entire file library. Multi-factor authentication is required. File sync happens automatically so large assets don't clog email. When projects end, access is revoked immediately. Remote collaboration doesn't mean compromising security or giving everyone access to everything.
Do you support Adobe Creative Cloud and other creative tools?
Yes. We integrate with your existing creative software subscriptions. New Macs get Adobe CC, Figma, Sketch, or other tools installed automatically with licenses assigned correctly. We don't manage your software licenses or billing (that's between you and your software vendors), but we automate deployment and ensure software works correctly across all team Macs.
What if we have both Mac and Windows machines?
We support mixed environments. Most creative businesses run primarily Mac with some Windows for specific tools or admin tasks. File servers work equally well with both. Permissions, file sharing, and backup coverage apply regardless of platform. Performance is consistent whether you're on macOS or Windows.
How do you handle backups for terabytes of design files, 3D models, video projects, or archives?
Tiered approach based on how actively you use files. Active projects get hourly snapshots with 30-90 day retention. Completed projects get daily backups with offsite copies. Long-term archives go to lower-cost storage with less frequent backup cycles. Total backup capacity is typically 2-3x your active project storage, depending on retention requirements and how long you keep completed work.
Can you help us move from Dropbox or Google Drive to local infrastructure?
Yes. Many creative teams outgrow cloud storage due to cost, sync issues, or file size limits. We migrate your existing cloud files to local infrastructure with secure remote access that feels similar to cloud sync but performs better for large files. Most migrations happen over a weekend with minimal disruption. You keep cloud storage for what it's good at (client file sharing, mobile access) and move active projects to faster local infrastructure.
What does ongoing support look like after the initial setup?
You have options: monthly retainer for proactive monitoring and priority support, or we document everything and hand it off to your internal team. Most creative businesses prefer a small monthly retainer for peace of mind and rapid response when deadlines are tight. Retainer pricing depends on infrastructure complexity, typically $1-3k/month for small to mid-size teams. You get monitoring, firmware updates, capacity planning, and priority incident response.
Get a Free Creative Team Infrastructure Assessment
30-minute consultation to assess your current file sharing, backup coverage, and workflow bottlenecks. No obligation, no sales pitch. Just an honest technical assessment from someone who understands creative workflows on Apple.
- File sharing and storage performance evaluation
- Backup coverage and disaster recovery readiness
- Mac deployment and software management review
- Remote collaboration security assessment
- Team growth and scalability planning
- Infrastructure roadmap with phased upgrade options