Perfect Storm expands creative team

Leeds-based full-service marketing agency Perfect Storm has strengthened its team with the appointments of digital project lead Ben Whiteley and creative Melody Sutherland.

Ben joins the agency with 12 years’ experience in digital project management, having previously worked at agencies including Home, IMA and CDS.

In his new role, he will oversee the planning, delivery and implementation of digital projects.

Ben said: “I knew the culture of Perfect Storm would be ideal for me, and it’s been really easy to feel straight at home. 

“After working in larger agencies for the last few years, the Perfect Storm model of working with various specialist partners, whilst having a consistent core team, was very appealing.”

Melody joins the creative team from her own business, Melody Murals, and Skipton Building Society.

She has delivered large-scale artwork for organisations including the National Football Museum and local councils, and will work alongside head of creative Matt Rennie to develop creative concepts and campaigns for clients.

Melody added: “Perfect Storm is a team of experts who are clearly full of ambition and excitement for the work they do, and I wanted in. 

“I’m looking forward to seeing my creativity pushed and pulled in all directions to find effective solutions for such a wide range of clients. 

“I can’t wait to get stuck into all the interesting briefs!”

Their appointments come as Perfect Storm celebrates its tenth anniversary following a year of record financial performance.

The agency recently reported 20 per cent growth in EBITDA, secured more than £500,000 of new business and has doubled its headcount since 2024 as it continues to expand its creative and digital offering.

Naomi Biltcliffe, client services director at Perfect Storm, added: “Melody and Ben bring brilliant experience to two of Perfect Storm's core focus areas and strengths in creative and technology. 

“We’re confident they will help us continue growing from strength-to-strength – here’s looking forward to the next successful decade!”

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