Jay MiddletonManaging Director


With over 15 years in the animation and advertising world, Jay has spent his career helping clients turn their visions into something they can be truly proud of. Early on, his creative drive was recognised with a coveted Drum Award, setting the tone for a career defined by passion and storytelling.

As Managing Director at The Animation Guys for more than a decade, he thrives on collaboration, working closely with clients to not only bring their ideas to life but also inspire them to dream even bigger along the way. Over the years, he’s been lucky enough to work with many of his favourite brands (he’s not going to reel them off here, but if you ask him nicely, he’ll happily show you some of his favourite projects).

A self-confessed “story-tella fella,” Jay is at his best when surrounded by people, whether that’s the talented in-house team or the brilliant collaborators he’s proud to work alongside. Passionate about technology (even if he winces at the word “innovation”), he’s always looking for ways to push creative boundaries and elevate the work they do.

Jay Loves


Favourite Film: They Live

Favourite Food: Pho

Favourite Travel Destination: Anywhere in South East Asia

Top 3 Skills


Visionary

Collaborator

Ideator

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Meet the Team


Theo Hicks

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Jay Middleton

Managing Director

Diana Verba

Producer

Rhiannon Vignes

Junior Producer

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