Ellie Clifford is Head of Creative Development at Persephonica, where she oversees the company’s dynamic slate of original and commissioned podcasts. A highly skilled documentary and podcast producer, she is known for her editorial sharpness and creative vision.
At Persephonica, Ellie has been instrumental in the successful launches of several standout podcasts, including the exciting new podcast from Greg James and Alice Levine, Bad Chat as well as the hugely-successful Game's Gone. Under her tenure, Persephonica has proven its ambition in the visualised podcast space, winning the Video Innovation Award at the British Podcast Awards 2025. Ellie has implemented a 360 digital strategy for new and existing shows and has recently overseen the creation of two bespoke visualised podcast studios for Games Gone and Bad Chat.
Her wider portfolio spans work with the BBC, The Economist, Politico and Audible, across a range of genres from politics to society and culture. She was named Producer of the Year at the Political Podcast Awards 2026.