Just four years after founding the film production company Eleanor in Los Angeles, Sophie Gold has set her sights on London, her home city.
Gold has recruited EP Josie Juneau to run Eleanor London, headquartered in Soho, as managing director. The duo hosted the first of a series of London salons last week to introduce Eleanor to the creative community.
Juneau brings years of industry experience to Eleanor, most notably as former head of new business and partner at Rattling Stick.
Gold shared, “London is my home, so in a sense, this is where it all began. My team and I are reinventing the industry in two cities across two different continents, inspiring directors to push past the set standards for commercial advertising and encouraging them to use it as a vehicle that drives strong narratives. Expect to see more innovation and more great ideas, but most importantly, more brilliant storytelling. My ever-watchful eye for amazing talent remains.”
Juneau said, “I feel incredibly honored that Sophie has entrusted me with Lady Eleanor’s grand return to London. Sophie’s constant drive to support outstanding talent and powerful filmmaking had me at ‘hello.’ I cannot wait to champion the directors at Sophie’s side, in a fashion that’s true to Eleanor’s wonderful ethos.”
Gold added, “When I was introduced to Josie, I knew that she was the champion that I needed. Not only is she a champion for craft, but she is also a fierce advocate for the directors she has represented during her time in the industry. And that is the essence of Eleanor.”
