get to know us

Galleon Productions, based in the Greater Manchester area but within easy reach of the North West region, are a digital media production company specialising in corporate, commercial and entertainment projects.

We have many years experience shooting live sports and entertainment events, corporate videos and commercials for numerous industry sectors, as well as providing media training for various educational bodies across the UK.

The crew of Galleon Productions are veterans of television, film, commercials and pop promos. With over 400 projects under our belts you can be sure your project is in safe hands with our lively and creative team.

 


Kristen Gibson
Managing Director

  Kristen launched Galleon Productions in 2003 as Managing Director after having spent 5 years in production in the corporate and broadcast sector. This included extended stints for BBC Manchester, Channel M and periods at leading independent production companies as a freelance producer/director such as Norfilms and Click TV. Kris has produced and directed numerous projects including the feature Night-Wolf

Haydon Poole
Media Sales Manager
  Haydon trained at both college and University level for film and media, he also attended the prestigious New York Film Academy. He is chief camera operator and editor on both corporate and film projects as well as being in charge of our media sales team.

Les Greenall
Studio Manager
  Since becoming Galleon Productions Head of Factual/Narrative Entertainment in 2005 Les has overseen the development and production of a wide range of successful projects. Les has a strong background in entertainment and documentaries having previously worked as a producer / director for Firewire Media Productions.

Tristan Hall
Head of Development
  Honing his craft and graduating in Film Studies from Bolton University, England and Central Connecticut State University, USA. After starting his career as a runner he graduated to online editor of all Galleon Productions broadcast output. In 2005 at the Cannes Film Festival he produced the highly acclaimed documentary "Night-Wolf Hits Cannes"; an in-depth study into the distribution of a British made film.

Tant Lay
Commercial Director
  Tant joined Galleon Productions in 2006 having captured the eye with several short films and music videos. As well as a director and writer Tant oversees our Mac facilities.