Territory Studio

Territory Studio is a creative specialist with a unique approach to motion design, visual effects and digital experiences. Drawing on deep expertise of narrative design for film, games and brands, we blend creative with technology to realise compelling future facing experiences.

Working across diverse briefs, what ties our work together is a love of craft and creative, a passion for story and a designer’s eye for problem solving. What sets us apart is a uniquely refined design intelligence, near future expertise and a team of ambitious, focused and proactive cross discipline creatives.

With growing studios in London and San Francisco, our clients span entertainment, culture, commercial and technology sectors.

David Sheldon-Hicks

With a background in graphic design, David’s career began in digital media before moving on to the fast-moving world of music videos, where his passion for the craft and creative of motion graphics led him to film, games and commercial campaigns.

As founder and Executive Creative Director of Territory Studio, David’s love of storytelling and technology, and eye for emotive details has established a reputation for beautifully crafted, design-led graphic narratives across genres and media.

Today, David’s multidisciplinary team thrives on future vision challenges, attracting diverse briefs across entertainment, brand, installations and emerging technology.

In recognition of the studio’s creative approach and achievements, David was named as one of 2018’s Creative Leaders 50, an annual scheme from Creative Review that recognises outstanding talent across UK and Europe.

In addition to winning Motion Awards and D&AD’s, the studio’s work for Blade Runner 2049 has been nominated for the annual Beazley Designs of the Year 2018.