FGREAT Studio Powers Global Creative Growth with Support from Optimum Finance

FGreat Studio, an award-winning animation and motion graphics agency based in London, is using a tailored Invoice Finance facility from Optimum Finance, an eCapital company, to support its continued growth and enabling the studio to take on larger projects, maintain momentum, and manage cash flow with greater confidence.  

Founded by Conrad Galves in 2011, FGreat Studio specialises in immersive animation, motion graphics, and storytelling for clients across digital campaigns and large-scale visual experiences. As the business approaches its 15th anniversary, the team is operating at peak creativity with an international pipeline of work, and ambitions to scale revenue significantly over the next few years.  

Like many service-led creative businesses, FGreat found itself under pressure from extended client payment terms. With work often delivered months before payment is received, the studio was regularly funding projects upfront, creating cash flow challenges that limited growth.  

“We’re lucky to have a constant stream of work, but that also means we’re constantly funding projects up front – often waiting two, three, even six months to get paid,” explains Conrad. “We’re not a bank, we’re creatives. But the reality is we’ve had to operate like a bank to get through those gaps. 

“What stood out with Optimum was that they actually understood our business. They took us seriously, and they understood that both we and our clients were creditworthy,” says the founder, adding: “Our clients come back because they know we deliver. And that same level of trust is what we’ve found with Optimum Finance. Every time we send them invoices, we feel looked after. They’re communicative, transparent, and professional. It’s a real relationship, not just a transaction.” 

In 2024, the team began looking for a financial solution to bridge the gap between delivering work and getting paid. After exploring options with traditional lenders – many of whom lacked an understanding of the creative sector – FGreat turned to Optimum Finance.  

Using Optimum’s Invoice Finance facility, FGreat can now access funds within days of issuing an invoice. The impact has been transformative, and the team can plan more confidently, pay freelancers and suppliers on time, and take on more work.  

With annual revenues currently between £1.5-2.2 million ($2–3 million), FGreat is aiming to scale further in the coming years, with ambitions to exceed £3.7 million ($5 million) and continue growing its global presence. The studio is also actively exploring how AI will reshape the creative industry, with a focus on using technology to enhance its storytelling craft.  

Invoice finance has become a core part of FGreat strategy for managing growth. Instead of reacting to cash flow gaps, the team now has the tools to plan ahead; investing in talent, technology, and operations with greater certainty.  

Anthony Persse, Chief Executive Officer at Optimum Finance, adds: “FGreat is a brilliant example of a creative agency with drive, ambition and a clear vision for the future. We’re proud to provide the funding that supports their momentum and enables them to take full advantage of their growth opportunities.”  

As FGREAT Studio continues to push creative boundaries and grow its international footprint, access and flexible finance is helping the team scale without compromise and keeping the focus where it belongs: on the work.