CRAFTING CONTENT WITH FILM, TECHNODOLLY, PHOTOGRAPHY, GEN AI, ANIMATION & CGI
OUR WORK
ARRI 265 LAUNCH
Shot in association with Arri at the race track for the launch of their compact 65mm camera
M&M’s X DISNEY
Produced entirely in house at Sandstorm for the launch of the Marvel theme park at Disneyland Paris
NOBLE
Created entirely at Sandstorm including concept, production, post and delivery
DOUBLEBASE TVC
Created entirely at Sandstorm for agency Bray Leino – recently re-released with a new voice-over
TINY FOR PRIDE OF BRITAIN
One of the many CGI animations we’ve created of Tiny the Elephant for TSB
TWITCH FOR WORLD OF WARCRAFT
The live Twitch cook-off hosted in our studio with production design by Sandstorm
MICROSOFT SURFACE
The launch of the Microsoft Store and new Surface Pro – created entirely in house by Sandstorm
SKYLINE
Serviced by Sandstorm, including TechnoDolly, blue-screen studio, cameras, lighting and crew
HOVIS 40th ANNIVERSARY
Taking the original RSA classic and adding a new twist. Shot and delivered by Sandstorm
HERTZ – COLOURING IN CAR
Wonderful, effective content. Letting the action play out in a custom built Hertz rental car in the studio
INTEL AI
Created entirely at Sandstorm including concept, post and delivery. This Virtual Production shows our versatility
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SERVICES
FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY
End to end production for long and short form film and content
GEN AI & CGI
From simple set extension to full films and content
TECHNODOLLY
The premier TechnoDolly provider with experienced operators, 10ft, 15ft & 25ft repeatable cranes available
CONSULTANCY
It is essential to understand exactly what to create and why. We’re here at every step of the process
FACILITIES
TECHNODOLLY
The premier TechnoDolly provider. With TD10, 15 & 25 in-house. Watch our how to films and learn more
VIRTUAL PRODUCTION
Virtual Production is at the heart of what we do. The affordable and fast way to produce commercials in the UK
THE RACE TRACK
The famous Grand Tour track is now part of the Sandstorm arsenal, get in touch
EQUIPMENT
With over 200 lights, cinema quality cameras, grip and sound
SET BUILD
Design, planning, carpentry, workshops, storage and an experienced team
CONCEPT & PLANNING
From original concept to production coordination. All available in house at Sandstorm
ART DIRECTION
Whether its creator led content or a commercial – art direction is part of our DNA
SOUND STAGES
From 5,000 to 14,000 sq ft. We have a number of sound stage options at our home in Ealing
AUDIO RECORD & MIX
We’re renowned for our sound, and 70% of any film is the audio, so make it count
EDITING
With over 25 years experience, our editors help tell your story elegantly to suit any final output, from social to feature
CGI & VFX
CGI & VFX are at the heart of every Sandstorm production
VERSIONING
We’ve been versioning international campaigns for over 25 years. The method has changed, the discipline and attention to detail have not
ABOUT
Established in Soho, London in 2000. Sandstorm partner with clients on a long-term basis to provide the external creative and production resource they need on a completely flexible basis. This gives consistency, quality, reliability and transparency across all their content channels.
Sandstorm deliver:
- Long-form feature film production and production support including TechnoDolly and VFX focused production.
- Short-form content production including commercials, creator-led, comms, idents, social, e-learning and e-commerce.
- Live streaming, podcast, radio & webcasting.
- Transcreation & multi-market delivery including AI voice and picture versioning.
Clients & Collaborators include:
Testimonials:
Meet (some of) the team:
TOM WARD
Tom is a workaholic with an interest in all parts of the production process but a particular interest in streamlining – hence he loves technologies like the Technodolly, AI and advanced postproduction. Tom is obsessed with cutting smoke and mirrors out and delivering projects without complexity, or unneeded costs and delays. He has never delivered a project over budget or behind schedule in 25 years.
JENNY CHAPMAN
Jen started her career with Sandstorm as a production assistant. She now works as Tom’s PA and heads up scheduling and bookings for us. Having been involved in over 3000 projects in her 12 years at Sandstorm, both in the South West and our London offices she brings a logical expertise to your production to ensure the project is a success.
Jen is normally your first point of contact.
AYO HUGHES
Ayo spent over twenty years in some of the world’s leading creative agencies – helping their creatives and clients achieve the best possible executions of their campaigns. He’s worked in ATL, brand response, DRTV and eCommerce. He was an early adopter of real digital content (well before the word ‘content’ even became a term) and sees every project as an opportunity for brands to improve the overall effectiveness of their marketing.
History:
For 25 years, we have been a visual effects focused production company, creating high-quality content for features, commercials, and the myriad of other formats. Initially formed in Soho, we later built our own custom studios in the Cotswolds to help clients maintain control over their content, and their budgets. Since then, we’ve expanded with a base at Ealing Studios—the oldest film studios in the UK—introducing a fresh approach to content production just 15 minutes from Soho and Heathrow. Our core philosophy centers on transparency and a “no smoke and mirrors” approach, ensuring integrity in every aspect of content creation.
1993 Sandstorm name and logo designed
2000-2012 Established in Soho, London.
2003 Our early tabletop studio
2004-2008 The Hangars, Wroughton
2009-2024 The Old Dairy, Cotswolds
2024 Ealing Studios
SANDSTORM : LONDON
Based at the legendary studio facilities on Ealing Green.
SANDSTORM, Ealing Studios, Ealing Green, W5 5EP
T: +44 (0)20 7 127 4664
Project enquiries: [email protected]
To book facilities or services now: [email protected]
Closest train station EALING BROADWAY via Elizabeth Line, Central and District Lines (15 mins from Soho and Heathrow via Tottenham Court Road Elizabeth Line)
SANDSTORM : WEST
Our head office is now Ealing Studios in London, however we do have a kit store, location production and the ex-Grand Tour track available to you.
Closest train station SWINDON (15 mins taxi ride)
From London by car = M4 West 60-90 min
TRAIN = Paddington 45 mins, Bristol 25 mins
