About GEL Studios.

We are a purpose-led creative agency based in Swindon, Wiltshire.

We deliver impact through strategic thinking, creativity and collaborative partnerships that drive sustained success.

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Your partner in the extraordinary.

We are a dynamic team of experts who are dedicated to providing creative solutions that exceed your expectations. With over a decade of experience, we've grown into a thriving agency fueled by collaboration and curiosity. Our commitment to excellence drives us to develop strategies and creative solutions that empower our clients to achieve exceptional results, ROI, and a lasting impact.

Our commitment to making a positive impact goes beyond our clients. We believe we have a responsibility to use our creative talents to support local causes and create meaningful change for those who need it the most. Quite simply, we create with purpose.

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GEL Studios Team

We believe in understanding the ‘why’ behind the ‘what’.

For over a decade, we've crafted collaborative, long-term creative partnerships rooted in curiosity and strategic thinking.

Our approach helps us deliver results that truly matter to our clients. When you partner with GEL Studios, we immerse ourselves in your business; we want to understand your goals, challenges, and opportunities - the good, the bad and the ugly.

Our in-house, immersive workshops help us refine your vision and ensure your goals, brand and messaging align perfectly. We’ll also delve into your market and target audience so we can create a personalised strategy that utilises a blend of our creative services. This cohesive approach ensures our entire team is dedicated to consistently delivering impact across all of your brand’s touchpoints, meeting your goals and achieving results.

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GEL Studios Team in the office
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Our entire team is your strategic partner.

Our people are our greatest achievement and we're proud to offer the expertise of an in-house team.

Over the last ten years, we've assembled an ambitious group of people who are experts in their field and dedicated to meeting your goals. 

Through a culture of continuous learning and personal growth, we ensure we have the right people in place, and when we combine our expertise, we craft comprehensive creative solutions and strategies that deliver exceptional results.

Graeme Leighfield, Managing Director

Graeme Leighfield.

Managing Director & Founder.

Graeme, our founder, blends creativity with purpose to push boundaries and inspire the team. His unwavering dedication and passion for people, the colour green and Marvel make him the heart of GEL Studios, bringing energy and innovation to everything we do.

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Carly Smith, Creative Director

Carly Smith.

Creative Director.

Carly leads GEL Studios' creative direction, blending artistic vision with strategic thinking. Known for her meticulous attention to detail and collaborative spirit, she brings heightened creativity to every project - fuelled by a lifelong passion for design and all things Disney.

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david golding

David Golding.

Head of Sales & Client Success.

Driven by a passion for both personal and professional development, David is always looking for new opportunities and ways to foster growth. Away from work, he enjoys quality time with his family (including his dog, Murphy), a glass of red wine and a good steak.

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Lewis Moran, Digital Marketing Manager

Lewis Moran.

Digital Marketing Manager.

Lewis is a results-driven Digital Marketing Manager with a knack for spotting opportunities and creating effective strategies. Passionate about data and campaign performance, he ensures sustainable growth while balancing work with family life and enjoying a cold IPA.

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Beth Wakefield, Marketing Executive

Beth Wakefield.

Creative Strategist.

Beth is a strategist with a creative edge, leveraging her expertise in GEO/SEO and content creation to drive results - informed by her unique background in both academia and industry. When off the clock, you’ll find her watching horror films or building Lego sets.

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Elisha Gorton, Designer

Elisha Elliott.

Designer.

Elisha combines creative brilliance and precision, crafting standout logos and graphics. With an eye for detail and a passion for illustration, her designs always resonate. When she's not at her desk, she enjoys doodling, crafting, or taking her fluffy Pug, Yogi, for a walk.

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Jeanne Tizon

Jeanne Tizon.

Marketing Executive.

Jeanne’s journey from photographer to marketing expert shapes her creative approach. Whether it's crafting compelling campaigns or optimising PPC, she works closely with our clients to bring ideas to life - while always staying up to date with Women’s Rugby and Taylor Swift.

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Charlotte Barltrop

Charlotte Barltrop.

Executive Assistant.

Charlotte is the glue that keeps everything running smoothly. From managing schedules to handling logistics, her organisational expertise ensures the team stays on track and ready to tackle whatever comes our way.

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Our values.

Everything we do is a reflection of our values. They're the compass that guides our creative approach and the businesses we collaborate with. From inspiration to execution, our values drive our work, ensuring it's created with integrity and fueled by a brave and curious mindset that allows us to create extraordinary solutions for our clients.

  • Empathise: with empathy as our guide, we transform challenges into triumphs.
  • Explore: curiosity drives our pursuit of deeper meaning in every challenge.
  • Innovate: we approach every challenge as an opportunity to redefine the status quo.
  • Navigate: our approach always aligns with our goals, values and purpose.
  • Activate: with strategic confidence, we bring your solutions to life.
GEL Studios are B Corp

Accreditations.

B Corp Certified.

GEL Studios is proud to be B Corp Certified - a certification recognising companies that meet high social and environmental performance standards, accountability, and transparency. To achieve this, we participated in an 18-month assessment period and scored an impressive 92.8 overall, surpassing the sector median of 50.9 by a massive margin.

Clean Creatives.

As a member of the Clean Creatives initiative, GEL Studios is dedicated to using our creative talents responsibly and ethically. We pledge to decline any future contracts with fossil fuel companies, including those involved in the extraction, processing, transportation, or sale of oil, gas, and coal. 

Living Wage Employer.

As a certified Living Wage Employer, we ensure that our team is compensated fairly for their work. We believe that paying a living wage is essential for attracting and retaining top talent, and for fostering a positive and productive work environment. 

 

"One of the best decisions we have made in our 15 years of business."

Deciding to work with GEL Studios has quite honestly been one of the best decisions we have made in our 15 years of business. They don't work for us but with us, as a collaborative team, to achieve the best marketing presence possible for Inspire Displays.

They are not just good at what they do but are deeply passionate in the work that they create. From the initial brief for a new project, they do the most important thing that any client could ask for - listen! And because of this, we are never disappointed with the end results.

Marina Ritchings
(Director, Inspire Displays)

Delivering impact that surpasses expectations.

We're here to help you maximise your success. 

Our strategic expertise combines branding, graphic design, marketing and web design to build a powerful creative roadmap that resonates, converts, and drives real ROI for your business.

What we do.

Our goal is to foster strategic thinking, creativity, and collaboration in all our work, ensuring high quality and strong conviction throughout every stage of our approach.

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About.

We are a purpose-led team of dynamic experts fueled by collaboration and curiosity, dedicated to providing creative solutions that exceed expectations and deliver impact.

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Impact.

As we grow, so does our commitment to making a positive impact in our community - we believe that genuine growth is not just about our success, but also about our contribution to local causes. 

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Portfolio.

We deliver creative solutions for our clients that fundamentally matter - hear firsthand how our partnerships have achieved extraordinary outcomes by clicking the button below.

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Send us a message.

We kindly request that our contact form is not used for unsolicited sales emails.

hello@gelstudios.co.uk

01793 677150

Unit 2, 3 Lancaster Place,
South Marston Park, Swindon, SN3 4UQ