Creating a Hub
Open Hub Selector
After signing in, you’ll land on the Hub Selector screen. This is your home base for managing all your hubs.
Tap ‘Create Hub’
Tap the Create Hub button. A form will appear asking for your hub details.
Enter Hub Name
Choose a descriptive name for your hub. For film productions, the project name works well (e.g., “Sunrise Commercial” or “Smith Wedding”).
Add a Description (Optional)
Add a brief description that appears below the hub name on the selector screen. Useful for noting dates, locations, or other context.
Confirm
Tap Create and your hub is ready. You’re automatically added as the Owner with full permissions.
Understanding Channels
Every hub comes with 10 channels — numbered 1 through 10. Channels are like radio frequencies that your team uses to organize communication:
| Channel | Suggested Use |
|---|---|
| Channel 1 | All Call / General |
| Channel 2 | Director / Camera |
| Channel 3 | Lighting / Grip |
| Channel 4 | Sound / Audio |
| Channel 5 | Art / Props |
| Channel 6 | Wardrobe / Makeup |
| Channel 7 | Transport / Logistics |
| Channel 8 | Client / Producer |
| Channel 9 | Emergency |
| Channel 10 | Open |
Rename channels to match your production’s department structure. Clear channel names help crew members know exactly where to tune in.
Configuring Hub Settings
As the hub owner, you have access to the Hub Settings drawer on the PTT screen. Tap the gear icon to access:
- Channel Names — Rename any of the 10 channels
- Hub Description — Update the description shown on the hub selector
- Member Management — View and manage your team (see Roles and Permissions)
Hub Selector Screen
The Hub Selector is where you see all hubs you’re a member of. Each hub card shows:
- Hub name and description
- Member count
- Your role (Owner, Admin, or Member)
Tap a hub to enter it and start communicating. You can be a member of multiple hubs and switch between them freely.
When you enter a hub, CrewTalk connects you to both the push-to-talk audio relay and the messaging system. Switching hubs disconnects you from the previous one.
What’s Next?
Now that your hub is created, you’ll want to:
- Invite your team — Generate invite codes and share them
- Learn the interface — Explore the three main tabs
- Set up roles — Configure who can do what