Fast-growing video firm moves into new premises

Video production company Ark Media has moved to larger offices at Wrens Court in Sutton Coldfield to accommodate a growing team and ambitious plans for the future.

Despite the challenges of the last 12 months, the company has ambitious plans and a growing client base including the likes of Willmott Dixon, Twycross Zoo, Ishida and the Department for Education.

Phil Arkinstall (pictured), managing director at Ark Media and president of the Sutton Coldfield Chamber of Commerce, said: “There 's no doubt the last year has been significantly challenging and I think as a business we have managed this well.

“We have seen more enquiries for animation work plus with the media deals available for television advertising many organisations are realising how accessible and lucrative television advertising can be.

“Right now with the roadmap out of lockdown we are also producing return to work videos for clients who want their staff to feel comfortable about their return to the workplace. ”

Lockdown presented the firm with a number of challenges, including being unable to have film crews out on the road.

However, an increased number of animation enquiries and a commission from the Department for Education meant the crew could film as keyworkers to deliver videos for children learning in lockdown.

Phil added: “The team at Ark have really stepped up during the past year delivering some great client work, winning some good projects and giving us a great platform for coming out of the pandemic.

“I 'm really looking forward to settling into the new office and we are looking forward to when we can introduce our clients to the new space. ”