Privacy Policy

Last updated on 26 October 2026.

Identity and role of the data controller

newstrio acts as the data controller for the personal data processed through this website. We are responsible for deciding how and why your personal data is used in connection with our professional resources on studio production in motion. Our operations are based in the United Kingdom and we comply with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Scope of this notice

This privacy notice applies to all visitors and users of the website who interact with our course materials, enrolment processes or contact forms. It covers individuals located in the United Kingdom and explains how we handle personal data collected when you access information about studio equipment setup, camera operation, lighting, sound and live production workflows.

Categories of personal data and sources

We collect identification details such as your name, contact information including email address and telephone number, and professional details such as your role in media production. Data is obtained directly from you when you complete enrolment forms or contact us. We may also receive technical data such as IP address and browser information from your device when you browse the site.

Purposes of processing and legal bases

We process your data to deliver course resources, respond to enquiries and manage enrolments. The legal basis is usually contract performance or legitimate interests in providing professional education. For marketing communications we rely on consent. Each purpose is explained in detail below with the corresponding lawful basis under UK data protection law.

Requirement to provide data and consequences

Providing certain personal data is necessary to access paid course materials or receive support. If you do not supply required information we may be unable to process your enrolment or respond to your request. You are not obliged to provide optional data such as preferences for future updates.

Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve site functionality and analyse usage patterns. Please refer to our separate Cookie Policy for full details on the types of cookies deployed and how you can manage your preferences through the site-wide cookie banner.

Processors, recipients and legal disclosures

We engage trusted service providers to host the website, process payments and deliver course content. These processors act under our instructions and are bound by data processing agreements. We may disclose data when required by law, for example to regulatory authorities or in response to valid legal requests.

International transfers

Some service providers may be located outside the United Kingdom. Where personal data is transferred internationally we ensure appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses approved by the UK Government are in place to protect your information.

Retention periods

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary. Enrolment records are kept for seven years to meet tax and contractual obligations. Enquiry data is retained for two years unless you request earlier deletion. Technical logs are deleted after twelve months.

Security and data minimisation

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access or loss. Data collection is limited to what is strictly required for the stated purposes and we regularly review our processing activities to avoid unnecessary retention.

Your data subject rights

Under UK GDPR you have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, port your data and object to certain processing. To exercise any of these rights please contact us using the details provided on our Contacts page.

Withdrawing consent and objecting to marketing

Where we rely on consent you may withdraw it at any time by contacting [email protected] or using the unsubscribe link in our emails. You can also object to direct marketing or profiling by writing to us at 6 Waterson Street, Hackney, London E2 8HL, United Kingdom or calling 020 7267 2300.

Right to complain to the supervisory authority

If you believe your data has been handled unlawfully you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office, the UK supervisory authority. Contact details are available on the ICO website.

Children and age restrictions

Our courses and resources are intended for adults engaged in professional media production. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of eighteen. If we become aware that data from a child has been collected we will delete it promptly.

Automated decision-making and profiling

We do not use automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or significant effects on individuals. Any analysis of usage data is performed for internal improvement purposes only and does not result in automated decisions about you.

Changes to this policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or our practices. The current version will always be displayed on this page with the date of the most recent revision clearly stated at the top.