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Aer Studios has been selected by Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH Charity) to design and develop its Neverland website, following a competitive pitch.

The appointment of the creative technology studio entails website design and development for the hospital’s Neverland brand. Launching in spring 2025, the new site will focus on bringing Neverland to life through digital creativity, motion and gamification to increase audience engagement.

Peter Pan and Neverland hold a significant place in Great Ormond Street Hospital’s (GOSH) history. Author JM Barrie bequeathed the rights for his famous book to GOSH so that the income could benefit the seriously ill children who visit the hospital for life-saving treatment. Now, GOSH Charity has embarked on a journey to expand its commercial opportunities through the likes of live events, merchandise and partnerships, helping to grow revenue streams and to connect with supporters. The new public-facing website will deepen the connection further, providing more opportunities to engage with the Peter Pan brand.

Aer Studios is a creative technology studio based in the South West of England. Founded in 1998, the agency has continued to grow steadily year on year with a mission to create meaningful digital experiences that have a positive impact on people and planet. Having demonstrated relevant experience with existing non profit clients including Dogs Trust and Diabetes UK, alongside children’s entertainment focused clients such as Cartoon Network and the BBC’s games, apps and digital experiences, GOSH Charity’s Neverland is a natural fit for the Aer Studios portfolio.

The work is beginning in earnest following a collaborative kick-off so that the website will be up and running for both adults and children to enjoy before summer.

Says Tom Harber, MD at Aer Studios

“We’re delighted to have been chosen to work with the GOSH Charity team on this exciting project. We felt an instant connection with the client team, and working on the Neverland website is the true epitome of what we do – applying user centred creativity to bring technology to life. GOSH is world-renowned for its innovation and excellence, and we’re honoured to be able to play our part in building impact for this incredible organisation.”

Says Jenny Martin, Senior Partnerships Development Manager at GOSH

“We’re really excited to work with Aer Studios in bringing our vision for the Neverland website to fruition. It was important to us to find a partner who could combine creative thinking with solid tech credentials and the Aer team really showed that in spades. We were impressed with their combination of experience, passion and practicality and are looking forward to working together to bring the world of Neverland to a wider audience, all while raising vital funds for seriously ill children at GOSH.”

BIMA star James Hobbs appointed Head of Tech at Aer Studios

Aer Studios, a leading creative technology studio in the South West, is thrilled to announce the appointment of James Hobbs as Head of Technology. Hobbs, who brings a wealth of experience from his time at Dyson and Great State, joins at a time when Aer Studios also announces a new trio of practice leads, including Max Waring (Front End), Jon Chard (Back End), and Aaron Bushell (DevOps).

Hobbs’ appointment comes shortly after the addition of Lucy Rees, Head of People and Culture, further strengthening Aer Studios’ leadership team. These strategic hires mark a significant step in Aer Studios’ growth, as well as its commitment to excellence and innovation in the creative technology sector. Last year it secured a coveted place on the BBC Digital Design Roster.

Notable career achievements for Hobbs include a six-year period at Dyson, where he successfully led the global digital technical team from its inception to over twenty members. At Great State, Hobbs was instrumental in driving the company’s technology strategy, leading an engineering team delivering multi-award-winning work.

In addition to his impressive career achievements, Hobbs has been recognised in the prestigious BIMA 100 for Sustainability, underlining his commitment to sustainable practices. This aligns perfectly with Aer Studios’ 2024 BCorp certification and its ongoing efforts to prioritise sustainability in all aspects of its operations. Aer Studios won its own prestigious BIMA Award in the Innovative App category in October 2023.

“James’ appointment comes at a time when Aer Studios is gearing up for growth,” said Tom Harber Managing Director at Aer Studios. “His experience and values fit perfectly with our ambitions. With James on board, we’re excited to amplify our efforts and lead the charge in transforming the tech industry into a beacon of sustainability for the future.”

“I’m delighted to have joined Aer Studios,” said James. “It was immediately clear from my initial conversations with Lucy and Tom that Aer Studios have a deep focus on people and planet, both of which are really important to me, alongside delivering outstanding work for clients.”

Hobbs’ arrival at Aer Studios is set to propel the company towards new heights, enhancing its technical capabilities and reinforcing its commitment to sustainable practices. With a cross-capability leadership team in place, Aer Studios is well-positioned to lead the industry in creative and sustainable technology solutions.

About Aer Studios

Aer Studios is an award-winning creative technology studio based in the South West of England. Its mission is to create meaningful digital experiences that have a positive impact on people & planet. Partnering with leading brands in the public and private sectors, its clients include Warner Media, Cartoon Network, BBC, Dogs Trust, Diabetes UK, CNN, History Royal Palaces and GOV.UK. With a particular focus on employee experience, Aer Studios ranked in the top 100 best workplaces and best workplaces for wellbeing by the Great Place to Work awards.

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