Silbury
The Strategy and Operations Consultancy
for the Screen Industries
About Silbury
Silbury is the strategy and operations consultancy for the screen industries.
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Expert Knowledge
Our approach brings together a deep understanding and insight of how the screen industries are changing with the inside view of the industry from our extensive connections to decision makers, influencers and experts. We work extensively with both creative and commercial teams, enabling them to create high-performing businesses.
Connecting Strategy & Action
Silbury’s work is practical and actionable: our senior consultants have experience of leading businesses in the screen industries and of delivering impactful real-world strategic and operational change.
We also recognise the importance of effective partnerships in creating success and our work supports businesses in working effectively with complex and challenging sets of internal and external partners and stakeholders.
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Our clients
Our clients come from across the screen industries and have included broadcasters, production companies and studios, industry bodies, VFX houses, resource providers and talent agencies.
What We Do
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Market
Insight
We help you understand the dynamics of the TV industry and how your business can harness those dynamics to deliver success.
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Business Performance & Transformation
We assess the performance of your business, identifying areas of strength and weakness, and opportunities for future growth. We support you in delivering operational and organisational transformation.
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Client Relationships
We help you build stronger connections with your clients and partners by developing a deep understanding of their needs and perceptions.
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New Markets
We help you understand opportunities to move into new markets or start new businesses within or from the screen industries. We work with you to develop effective plans for launch.
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Investment/
M&A
We help you identify and assess opportunities for investment or for M&A in the screen industries, including assessment of target acquisitions.
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Partnerships & Stakeholders
We support businesses in working with complex or challenging sets of internal and external stakeholders, and in building key strategic or customer relationships.
Why Choose Us?
Our work combines deep industry knowledge, valuable industry connections, and a creative, strategic outlook. We are highly collaborative: taking time to gain a deep understanding of your business and to build strong working relationships with your teams and your partners. We aim to be empowering partners for our clients, giving them the insight and confidence to take ownership in delivering a successful future.
About
Oliver Lang
Silbury's founder is Oliver Lang. Oliver is a senior advisor, strategy consultant and executive coach enabling businesses in the TV industry to navigate complex market change, capture new growth opportunities and deliver business transformation. His work has made him a trusted partner to broadcasters, production companies, VFX houses, industry trade organisations and talent agencies.
His approach combines rigorous strategic thinking with a clear, accessible style that resonates with both creative and commercial leaders. His clients have included the Screen Sectors Skills Task Force, S4C, Milk VFX, the Film and TV Charity, Mindhouse and Curious Films. Oliver also works as a coach to senior leaders in the creative industries, with a particular focus on working with leaders who are transforming their businesses or their careers.
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Previously, as Controller of Content Investment at BBC Worldwide (now BBC Studios), Oliver transformed BBCW’s content and investment strategy for the streaming age. Content investments during this time included global hits such as Bluey, Killing Eve and Planet Earth 2. Oliver also established BBCW as a powerhouse investor in UK production companies. Under his leadership, BBCW became one of the leading investors in the UK production sector.
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Oliver has held several high-impact leadership roles including at BBC Television and in the independent production sector.