Award-winning · Est. 2010 · London & US

We make
shows happen.

The Octopus creates and produces high-quality visual content and live event experiences, offering calm, precise and end-to-end support from concept to stage. Your event will look refined, feel effortless and run smoothly.

Ready to create something exceptional?

Our work
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High-quality visual content & live event experiences – concept to stage.
Feb 2026 · Creation & Production
Production & Motion
Full Production & Media Design
Motion
Custom Designed Corporate Event
Pfizer campaign event
Campaign
Global Launch Motion Identity
Oracle AI World Tour
Live Event
World Tour
Bespoke media experience
Bespoke Media Experience
Immersive Widescreen Content
Trusted by global brands
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Our story

Award-winning creation
& production.

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Founded in 2010 by Chris Wyles, The Octopus is an award-winning creative agency.

Based in the UK, our team works across the US, Europe and internationally – supporting events and organisations from around the world. We create media solutions and ideas for companies, products and people.

We offer calm, precise and end-to-end support from concept to stage. Every detail handled. Every element aligned. No surprises. Led by founder Chris Wyles, we work with the most well-known names in the world – delivering creative that looks refined, feels effortless, and runs smoothly.

Chris Wyles, Founder
Chris Wyles
Founder & Creative Director

Chris has spent over 16 years at the heart of global live events – from pharmaceutical congresses and tech keynotes to award ceremonies and world tours. Known for staying calm under pressure and producing exceptional results, he has built The Octopus into a trusted partner for some of the world's most recognisable brands. Whether it's a 10,000-seat keynote or an intimate leadership summit, Chris and his team bring the same precision and craft to every show.

16+
Years in operation
1000+
Projects delivered
40+
Global clients
6
Continents reached

Over 1,000 projects. 16 years. 40+ global clients across 6 continents.

How We Work
01
Discover

We listen first. A call to understand your event, audience and ambitions – no jargon, no hard sell.

02
Design

We shape the creative: content, motion, staging and flow – shared early and refined with your team.

03
Build

Every asset produced, tested and rehearsed. You'll know exactly what to expect before show day.

04
Show Day

We run the show calmly and precisely, so you can focus on your guests – not the screens.

Trusted To Deliver
Show-day reliability

Redundancy built into every show. Backup systems, backup plans, and a crew that's seen everything.

16 years of flawless delivery

From 50-person boardrooms to 10,000-seat arenas – calm, precise delivery, every single time.

Our approach
Reliable
Professional
Collaborative
Passionate
Friendly
Innovative
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I have worked with Chris and his team for 8 years. He is the first person I contact for any event production needs due to his creativity, reliability and "can do" attitude. Nothing is too much trouble and I know I can depend on him. I have asked him to deliver some complicated events over the years and he always does a fantastic job and is unflappable on site.

– BMW
Selected clients
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What we do

End-to-end creation
& production.

Event Content Studio
Keynote DesignMotion GraphicsVideoSpeaker Support
Your speakers look polished. Your message lands.On-brand keynote design, motion graphics, video and speaker support – crafted to communicate with clarity and confidence on any stage.
Experience & Show Design
Show BlueprintBrand DesignIn-personVirtualHybrid
Every element in its place. Every moment intentional.We shape the structure, flow and atmosphere of your event – working with your brand team to create a show that feels cohesive, ambitious and uniquely yours. In-person, virtual or hybrid.
End-to-End Live Show Production
Show CallingMedia ServerOnsite ContentEvent Management
No drama. Just results – every time.From show-calling and media server operation to full end-to-end production management, we bring your event to life calmly and precisely – on site or online. Precision planning, flawless execution.
Technical Support
Platform DesignEquipment HireTechnical Advice
The right kit. The right people. Ready when you are.Show-ready laptops, media servers and complete show kit – we match the right resources to your event so your content looks perfect in any environment, backed by technical support throughout.
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Ways to Work With Us
Discrete ProjectsEvent SupportShow Production
As much or as little as you need.Discrete projects, individual team members or full end-to-end delivery – we flex around you, from a single show reel to concept-to-curtain-call production.
The Octopus stage branding
Print Design
Brand IdentityPrint CollateralExhibitionPublication
Your brand beautifully realised in print.Exhibition stands, event branding, publications and marketing collateral – the same refinement and precision we bring to the stage, applied to the page.
Penguin Handbooks exhibition
Selected projects

Projects that
leave a mark.

Canva Create event
Canva
Award Winning, Flagship Event
Live Production · Motion Graphics · Content
We programmed the entire show in Millumin, taking every asset the client created and crafting it into a seamless, award-winning show.
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BMW
Dealer Awards – Stage & Show Production
Event Content Studio · Show Production · Motion
Full production, end to end: set build, sound, and seamless integration of LED and projection across multiple visual elements.
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BMW awards event
Pharmaceutical
European Conference
Show Production · Stage Design · Content
A complete media server solution, seamlessly blending media server content with PowerPoint presentations across the show.
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Oracle Global World Tour
Oracle
Global World Tour
Live Production · Content · Motion
Graphical PowerPoint and media server support delivered across every city of Oracle's Global World Tour.
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Penguin 90th exhibition
Penguin
90th Anniversary – Exhibition & Print Design
Print Design · Brand · Exhibition
We designed and delivered print-ready files for Penguin Books' 90th Anniversary, reviving their original hand-drawn logos and characters for the modern day.
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Snowflake Award Winning Summit
Snowflake
Award Winning Summit
Content · Graphics
Complete PowerPoint support for a seamless multi-layered show, with motion layers over PowerPoint, show-called by us so every element landed perfectly.
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The Octopus contact

"I have worked with Chris and his team for 8 years. He is the first person I contact for any event production needs due to his creativity, reliability and can-do attitude. Nothing is too much trouble." – BMW

Email
wave@the-octopus.pro
UK
+44 7767 640635
US
+1 (650) 334 6131
Based in
London, UK · Operating Globally
Chris Wyles

Let's work together.

You'll be speaking directly with Chris, our founder – not a sales team. Tell us about your event and he'll come back to you within 24 hours.

We respond to every enquiry within 24 hours.

Legal

Privacy Policy.

Last updated: June 2026

Who we are

The-Octopus Ltd ("we", "us") is a creative event production agency registered in England and Wales. Company Registration No: 7099557. Registered Office: 21 Elm Leys, Wingrave, Bucks, HP22 4FL, United Kingdom. For any privacy questions, contact us at wave@the-octopus.pro.

What we collect and why

When you submit our contact form, we collect your name, email address, company name and the details of your enquiry. We use this information solely to respond to your enquiry and discuss your project with you. Our lawful basis for processing is legitimate interest (responding to business enquiries you have initiated).

Cookies and tracking

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How long we keep your data

We retain enquiry details only for as long as needed to handle your enquiry and any resulting business relationship, after which they are deleted. We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

Your rights

Under UK GDPR you have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data, to object to or restrict its processing, and to data portability. To exercise any of these rights, email wave@the-octopus.pro. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ico.org.uk) if you believe your data has been mishandled.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.