Meticulously crafted lighting
Creative lighting and technical production that moves with the energy of modern entertainment.
Every project has its own rhythm. Big ideas are exciting. Bringing them to life is where things get interesting.
One week we’re lighting a television studio. The next we’re installing power in a field or delivering an immersive experience. Working across different productions keeps us curious, adaptable and always looking for better ways to do things.
Independent by design. Creative in our thinking. Technical in our delivery. Collaborative in our approach.
Independent
Good lighting starts with good choices. Every project is different, so we choose the right equipment, crew and approach for the production, not simply what’s on a shelf.
Curious
We become an extension of your team, working openly and collaboratively from first ideas through to final delivery.
Agile
Good lighting starts with good choices. Every project is different, so we choose the right equipment, crew and approach for the production, not simply what’s on a shelf.
Collaborative
Good lighting starts with good choices. Every project is different, so we choose the right equipment, crew and approach for the production, not simply what’s on a shelf.
About 808 Create
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between worlds
808 Create was born at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where creativity, comedy and adaptability go hand in hand. Today, from our bases in Shepperton and Derbyshire, we support some extraordinary productions from the BBC’s Glastonbury coverage, loads of Netflix Comedy Specials, theatre shows to incredible music videos.
Working between different creative worlds means ideas don’t stay in one place. Experience gained on one production often unlocks solutions for the next, bringing fresh thinking, practical knowledge and technical confidence to every project.
20+
Years' Experience
1000+
Projects Delivered
UK, Europe
+ Worldwide
Supporting productions wherever they take us
Services
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to final applause
Lighting, technology, people and technical delivery for productions of every scale. Whether we’re shaping the creative concept or delivering the final project, we bring every stage of a production together with confidence.
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Creative Development
Shaping production from creative ideas to practical lighting solutions.
- Lighting Design
- Visualisation + Pre-Vis
- Creative Consultancy
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Technical Planning
We design the technical infrastructure that allows lighting systems to perform reliably, safely and efficiently.
- Technical Design
- Control Systems
- Power Distribution
- BS7909 Design
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Build
Independent equipment sourcing, lighting and LED installations plus incredibly talented crew tailored to the needs of every production.
- Equipment
- Installation
- Project Management
- Technical Crewing
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Delivery
From commissioning through to the final applause, we remain involved to make sure every system performs as it should.
- Commissioning
- BS7909 Sign Off
- On Site Support
- Handover + Close Out
From commissioning through to the final applause, we remain involved to make sure every system performs as it should.
Where We Work
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every stage
From television studios and comedy tours to festivals, fashion, corporate events podcasts, sport and immersive experiences, we move between creative worlds with confidence.
Film
Clients
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great productions
testimonials
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I’ve worked with 808 Create for many years, including during my time as Technical Director at the Royal Albert Hall, so when an ambitious immersive project came along, they were one of my first calls.
What sets 808 Create apart is their ability to understand both the creative ambition and the practical realities of technical delivery. They instinctively understand what a project is trying to achieve and consistently find smart, workable solutions that help bring those ideas to life.
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Ollie Jeffrey
Technical Director
808 Create have become my go to lighting partner. Their team are dependable, knowledgeable and great to have around. They work quietly, confidently and always deliver to the highest standard, with just the right amount of humour to keep even the toughest days enjoyable.
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Oli Richards
Lighting Director
Working with 808 Create is always such a pleasure. We feel so reassured to be partnering with experts in their field, who take any creative brief and deliver something spectacular which works collaboratively with us and the client in mind, along with other production elements in a rounded view and on budget.
We highly recommend their services and look forward to the next project working with such a friendly and talented team.
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Rebecca Margariti-Smith
Production and Operations Director