
The people that
make it happen
Meet the Point 6 team. We are a passionate and personable bunch of branding experts, creative artworkers, designers, image technicians, copywriters, project managers and strategists. Our specific skillsets may vary, but shared values of collaboration, commitment and communication align us all.
Sally Forsyth Spark
Sally loves facts, experts, and creativity. A science nut who was seduced by the creative arts at an early age, she spent over 15 years as a senior marketeer (client-side), working on everything from TV production, through retail law, to corporate rebranding. Here at Point 6 she works with our key clients to provide insights and support, and makes sure we deliver outstanding work on time and on (or under) budget.
Fun fact
Sally can weld! Her favourite method is arc welding, although she's very out of practice these days (so best not to ask her to mend your car).
Antoine Gandy
Having trained and worked both in France and in the UK, Antoine has a wealth of experience in leading brand and packaging design programmes for clients large and small, from start-ups to multinationals. A strategic thinker with a passion for articulating clear communication, Antoine's drive is to deliver creative, insightful and compelling design solutions that create brand preference and ultimately generate growth.
Fun fact
In a previous life, Antoine enrolled in a circus training course where he learned to ride a unicycle.
Russ Hodgson
After training in graphic design, Russ got side-tracked and worked in advertising for 20 years, as an art director, then creative director heading up creative and digital teams. He's worked with clients in sectors as diverse as healthcare, retail, hospitality, entertainment, lighting, travel, professional consultancy, central government, and education. Russ likes to think both commercially and creatively with the belief that anything is possible as long as you keep asking questions.
Fun fact
Russ plays drums in a garage rock band. He's heard all the drummer jokes but do let him know if you've got a new one.
Aaron Acutt
Aaron is the longest serving member of the Point 6 family and specialises in packaging production and image creation. He has set up and refined many of the processes and systems used in the Point 6 studio every day. The result is consistent and accurate artwork that complies with ever-changing legal requirements in different countries around the world. He has also developed a range of advanced techniques for image-making and product photography.
Fun fact
Aaron once did a marathon around Battersea park – wearing old-school quad roller skates!
Alhana Isaac
Alhana is an organiser at heart, whether that be planning a family get together or managing complex artwork projects for some of the world's biggest brands. After kicking off her career in-house, she took a role at a pharmaceutical company, before realising she missed the energy and dynamism of a creative studio. She now brings her natural aptitude for planning and project management to the Point 6 team.
Fun fact
Not content with wasting the time away, Alhana started her own jewellery business during the COVID pandemic. She's shut-up-shop now, but you may still see some of her pieces out in the wild.
Alistair Cubacub
After graduating in Industrial Design and Technology, Alistair worked in branding roles for all types of industries — finance, oil and gas, you name it — which gave him the opportunity to work and visit countries across the globe in South America, the Middle East, and Asia.
Fun fact
At university Alistair designed and built a portable self-warming camping shower after drinking a Nescafé 'Hot when you want' self-heating coffee.
Andy O'Brien
Andy developed his talent working as an illustrator and designer for clients in the music industry. An expert retoucher and image technician, Andy provides the finishing touches to all Point 6 artwork. He combines expert skill with an intensive eye for detail and applies these across all his work — in the finer points of artwork for reproduction and in enhancing high-end photographic imagery.
Fun fact
Andy loves his record collection so much, he wants to be buried with it. All of it.
Carla Boyman
Originally trained in design, Carla realised early in her career that she preferred the project management side of things. Now, she applies her organisational skills and hands-on approach to managing our packaging accounts.
Fun fact
Trying to think of fun facts about herself moves Carla to genuine tears.
Carrie Gelling
Packaging is her passion, with her career dedicated to creative artwork and design for packaging. From having been the brand guardian for a high-end global brand, Carrie now brings her expertise to Point 6.
Fun fact
Carrie is a collector (some may say hoarder) and has, (among other things) a collection of nearly 200 Swatch watches. The majority of them being in special edition packaging (of course!).
Chris Holden
From local newspapers to a diverse range of companies across the UK, Chris has spent decades fine-tuning his craft and developing his knowledge, turning him into the print and packaging powerhouse he is today. Whether he's getting to grips with a technical spec, providing reliable support for the team, or keeping spirits up with his sharp one-liners, Chris is the type of guy you want on your side.
Fun fact
Chris likes to sleep — so much so that he can get his winks almost anywhere. Just ask the crowd of Ibiza partygoers who witnessed his upright slumbering sway to 'Step-on' by the Happy Mondays in the middle of a packed dancefloor.
Cláudia De Sousa
Claudia has over 20 years of experience across a variety of sectors and industries, honing her craft in roles as a PA, Researcher, and Executive Assistant. Portuguese by nationality, Claudia's globetrotting career has seen her work in Mozambique, Madagascar, Spain, Germany and Colombia — perfect preparation for her new position in the exotic streets of Queen's Park amongst the Point 6 team!
Fun fact
During the pandemic, Claudia started her own scented candle business and is currently developing another project related to holistic therapies and well-being.
David Gould
It's not just design that David enjoys – he thrives on solving problems and helping our range of clients achieve the best solution possible. Specialising in several disciplines, David loves to dive into a project and explore how the result can be transformed for both print and digital.
Fun fact
David has a weirdly specific "biggest fear" — he's absolutely terrified of being trapped in a bath with a perfectly sized piece of plywood placed over the top. Honestly, he's a cool guy normally.
Elson Costa
Having overseen the entire production of lifestyle imagery for one of the nation's biggest retailers, Elson arrived with an impressive track record. Now, his meticulous project management, innovative problem-solving skills, and a deep passion for technology and artistry make him an asset to the Point 6 team. Calm and assured in the face of a challenge, Elson stands tall in more ways than one.
Fun fact
Elson is the epitome of "great touch for a big man" — away from work he can be found bringing his composure to the football pitch as he tries to emulate his sporting hero Cristiano Ronaldo.
George Lee
A fan of retro gaming, George approaches his producer role like a Tetris grand master. Each moving piece needs to be flipped and fitted flawlessly into its place, all lined up perfectly for the best results. After earning a Master's degree in Film Practice from Arts University Bournemouth and cutting his teeth as a former production manager at Box Animation Studio, he now brings his methodical attention to detail and zen-like focus to the Point 6 roster.
Fun fact
George listens to all his podcasts and audio books on 2x speed, such is his appetite for cramming in that sweet, sweet knowledge.
Grace Selwood
Since moving from Nottingham in her early 20s, Grace has been gaining experience in a multitude of roles, turning her capable hand to buying, merchandising, product development and production. One of our key project managers, she brings relentless organisational skills, sharp critical thinking, and problem-solving prowess to the Point 6 team — and we're all the better for it!
Fun fact
Grace's favourite icebreaker is to ask what song you'd like playing when you enter a room. A die-hard Swiftie, she naturally chooses "Shake It Off".
Helen Tsang
Previously an in-house designer, Helen loves all things creative. She is always up for challenging herself, be that working with brands on a global level or mastering a new skill. She now brings her can-do attitude, creative mindset, and skills in motion design to the Point 6 team.
Fun fact
Helen was a semi-finalist at the first-ever Candy Crush All Stars global competition in 2023 and has completed over 8000 levels.
Jack Kelly
With a background in animation, VR and AR, Jack is a true CGI aficionado. A vital member of our CGI department, he balances technical proficiency, creative flair, and an appetite to innovate that sees him produce work that's consistently of the highest quality. Want your product showcased like never before? He's your guy.
Fun fact
After a day of building virtual worlds, Jack likes to get stuck into a spot of DIY in his downtime — and loves nothing more than relaxing after a day's work with an imported ale or two (his fave is Banana Split Porter).
Jade Mathieson
There was a moment, halfway through drawing up blueprints of her car boot to see if her holiday luggage was going to fit, that Jade realised organisation was a skill she could harness. Today, she is an experienced project manager with a flair for watertight planning and time management — something she's honed at the UK's leading engineering company, and now brings to the Point 6 squad.
Fun fact
Jade has a phobia of fish — not that weird. But if we told you that phobia came from a kayak, some seaweed, and a loaf of bread, we'd expect you to have some questions. We sure did!
James Foster
An expert in VFX and 3D animation, James joins us armed with invaluable experience gathered from many years honing his craft across both London and abroad. From automotive and medical to FMCG and sports, he's executed successful visual effect projects in a suite of industries and now arrives in West London ready to supercharge our CGI department.
Fun fact
James let slip that he once did karaoke with Carol Vorderman but kept tight lipped on why and what song he performed. Talk about a teatime teaser.
James Terris
James is a master of processing. He loves building solutions for all the 'boring' bits of design agency life, applying his unrivalled expertise left, right and centre to ensure that everything is plain sailing. Nothing excites James more than a day spent scripting away to his heart's content, streamlining our systems while delivering endless support to the team.
Fun fact
James designed the paintwork for Formula 1 champion Nigel Mansell's Le Mans 24-Hour car. Which he then crashed 17 minutes into the race.
Lewis Rolfe
After joining as a copywriter in 2019, Lewis has developed into one of the agency’s key brand strategists, taking the lead on both the “what to say” and “how to say it” for internal and external projects alike. Armed with a sharp appreciation for impactful branding, he works with the team to set the course, gathers the appropriate insights, and produces the effective messaging that brings those strategies to life.
Fun fact
Lewis once had his toe bitten while swimming in the Amazon River. He never found out what did it, but you’ve never seen a man scramble out of water so quickly.
Liliana Borges
Lili completed a degree in organisational communication and marketing in her native country, Portugal, before moving to the UK for a couple of months to bolster her English. Seven years later, she's still here. She has experience in sales, leading customer service teams and project managing. Prior to joining Point 6, she spent three years at a design agency that specialises in all things packaging. Sound familiar? No wonder she's a good fit.
Fun fact
Lili enjoys practicing acro yoga on the weekends and often does handstands to help relax after work (and sometimes during, when she is feeling extra stressed!).
Lizzy Powell
Before landing at Point 6, Lizzy had spent more than a decade honing her craft in all four corners of the globe, from Brighton to The Big Apple. With countless successful projects for some of the most prestigious homeware brands under her belt, she brings a calming demeanour and a meticulous eye for detail to our Project Management team.
Fun fact
Lizzy is a shining star in more ways than one — she's always sure to add a sparkle, sequin or splash of colour to her outfits and textile designs to showcase her sensational style.
Madeleine Bajic
Prior to Point 6, Madeleine worked in the beauty industry for more than eight years, working across social media, PR, store merchandising and packaging. They started out as a Junior Designer, eventually becoming Studio Manager. Wanting to branch out into a different industry, gain more agency experience and get back into design, Madeleine came to join us at Point 6.
Fun fact
Madeleine loves to collect retro video games and pokemon cards.
Martin Crockatt
After studying typography, Martin spent over 20 years working in branding across various advertising agencies, before bringing his talents to Point 6. No stranger to success, he was nominated for Best Typographer at the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising's inaugural Best of the Best awards, while his work has been featured in D&AD's exclusive annual.
Fun fact
Martin's always on-hand to entertain, and loves a fancy dress party. Some of his best looks include Homer Simpson, Mrs Doubtfire, Margaret Thatcher, and Pamela Anderson!
Nathan Armes
Nathan started out working at his dad's branding agency over one summer for a bit of work experience. Nine years later, he left armed with a deep knowledge of brand, packaging, and strategy — not to mention a real understanding of how to help run a small business. There isn't much he doesn't know about branding, making him an invaluable member of the Point 6 team.
Fun fact
You'll find Nathan living in the past — either stuck under the belly of his 90s MX5 drift car or watching some cheesy 80s flicks.
Paul Demetriou
A lifelong lover of film and animation, Paul has always been fascinated with the creation of other worlds — so much so, that he made it his career. A CGI artist with a background in TV production and 2D/3D software, his extreme attention to detail makes him a real sharpshooter when it comes to visualisation, using every skill in his repertoire to bring his concepts to life.
Fun fact
Paul is a self-proclaimed geek and a major cinephile. If you can name it, he has seen it — and he's probably enjoyed it whilst tucking into his favourite Greek dish (he makes a mean pastitsio).
Porscha Hill
With a strong design background in fashion, forged in both New York and the UK, Porscha transitioned her career to creative producing and project management, specialising in branding and marketing. Thriving most in environments where she can combine her artistic vision with a drive for precision, she continually strives to refine best practices to benefit both the agency and our clients.
Fun fact
A contender for Point 6's biggest 'claim to fame', Porscha once appeared in a Beyoncé video, adding a touch of fame to her creative journey.
Rebecca Smillie
Formerly the leading in-house designer of one of Norfolk’s biggest events agency, Becca is now bringing her creativity and eye for human-centred design to Point 6. Not one to shy away from a challenge, she is constantly seeking new ways of tackling client briefs whilst developing and growing her own skillset, making her a crucial member of the Point 6 team.
Fun fact
In an extreme case of ‘Fresher’s flu’, Becca once broke her rib while coughing.
Sam Cave
Whether it's for agile start-ups or global corporations, Sam brings the same level of effort and execution to every project he touches. An integral member of our Project Management team, he prides himself on his ability to build a bridge between agency and client, empowering creatives to create whilst driving growth for the businesses we partner with — and of course, putting out the odd fire that might arise.
Fun fact
When he's not creating harmony with our clients, Sam has been known to make music of his own — he's a dab hand on both the saxophone and the piano.
Susan Perrin
Originally hailing from New Zealand, Susan had a long career in retail and brand marketing, and was an unashamedly demanding client for her agencies. Subsequently, as poacher turned gamekeeper, she's come agency-side, employing her eagle eye for detail, consistency and grammar to help us do our best for our clients.
Fun fact
Susan grows more than 90 varieties of fruit, vegetables and herbs on her allotment and aspires to keep the Point 6 team well fed.
Thomas Madkins
Tom's all about colour. He started working in a print room from a young age, and has now made it his mission to learn everything possible when it comes to bringing a design to reality. He has worked with multiple brands across the UK, Europe and the US, equipping him with both the knowledge and the confidence to tackle any challenge thrown at him. He thrives on being 'the guy that knows things' and is always looking to push himself and learn more. This is Tom's second stint working for P6, he just couldn't stay away!
Fun fact
The first time Tom rode a motorbike was around the remote mountains of Sappa, Vietnam. Dangerous? Never! (He has since decided to get his license.)
Zuhaib Akhlaque
A keen cricketer in his younger years, these days Zuhaib spends less time bowling out batsmen and more time bowling over clients with his precise, immaculately executed artwork. Hailing from a background in supplement products and houseware, he now brings his passion for design to the Point 6 squad, always demonstrating an unwavering appreciation for proper processes and finer details.
Fun fact
After a brick fell on his head as a kid, cracking in half and leaving barely a scratch, rumours of Zuhaib's super-human strength were born. Or he just got lucky. You decide.
Barnaby
A distinguished gentleman, Barnaby brought the chilled vibes whenever he paid a visit. Even though he’s no longer with us, his beautiful brown eyes, bushy tail, and kind nature will live long in the memory. You'll never meet a more debonair doggo. Sleep well big guy.
Fun fact
Barnaby's middle name was Gary — a homage to Take That frontman Gary Barlow. Luckily, he was nowhere near as drab.
Nala
The wonderfulist, wiggliest lady you ever did see — it's impossible to be glum when in the company of Nala. With a Staffy smile that could melt even the iciest of hearts, she's a four-legged dose of delight. The NHS should prescribe her!
Fun fact
Find her a patch of sunlight and Nala will bask in it, her grey coat shining and shimmering like the heavenly hound she is. Just a shame she lives in rainy England.
Oscar
The youngest of our fluffy mascots, Oscar loves keeping everyone in check on our Thursday Tribe Days — and by "in check", we mean doing excited laps of the sofas, following David around, poking his nose into unattended bags, and charming all onlookers with his dashing good looks. We really couldn't do it without him!
Fun fact
Rain or shine, sun or snow — whatever the weather, Oscar's little feet smell suspiciously like Wotsits. Like he's been tip tapping on a cheesy dancefloor.