The Team
Luke Pickering
A year and a half following Paul Epworth’s takeover of the Church, Luke was recruited following a couple of work experience spells around London. He soon became Paul’s full-time assistant before starting to engineer commercial sessions at the Church on a regular basis.
In 2021, Luke was appointed Head Engineer, and helps head operations and other aspects related to the running of the Studio.
Luke has engineered for the likes of Fontaines D.C, Jungle, Arlo Parks, Ariana Grande and The Pet Shop Boys. His background and true passion is with bands and mixing across a whole range of genres.
Among his production credits are Jack Peñate, False Advertising and Saint Leonard, and his mix credits include Sam Ryder, Marcus Mumford, Rag N’ Bone Man and Art School Girlfriend.
Chiara Ferracuti
Chiara joined The Church in 2019, taking part in our internship program. She landed a full time position as an assistant the next year and has been part of the team ever since.
At the Church, Chiara has worked on a wide range of projects with different producers, including owner Paul Epworth, James Ford and Marta Salogni. She has engineered for Wet Leg, 070 Shake, Dave, Jon Batiste, Mike Sabath, Sony Music Publishing, as well as assisting on sessions for the likes of Fontaines D.C., Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, The Weeknd, Fred Again, Ed Sheeran, The Last Dinner Party, and Arlo Parks.
Chiara is also a producer and songwriter with a passion for indie, indie-pop, and electronic solo projects. She loves spending time in the studio messing around with synths and modular gear.
Connie Holzer
Connie joined the team in 2017 originally as a freelancer and quickly became an integral part of the core operations staff. With over two decades of experience across the music industry in various roles - she brings deep practical insight and calm under pressure to every project.
Alongside her industry background and being multilingual, Connie is also an AAT-qualified bookkeeper, combining creative logistics with sharp financial acumen. Her expertise allows her to keep operations running smoothly while navigating the complexities of high-profile bookings and fast-moving schedules.
Known for her attention to detail and pragmatic approach, Connie ensures that each session or campaign is handled with care, discretion, clarity, and consistency. She thrives on solving problems before they happen and making sure everyone involved feels supported and in sync.
Phoebe Seston
Phoebe first joined The Church in 2021 as a runner, learning the ropes of what makes the studios such a unique recording space. After spending a couple of years freelancing across London as an assistant engineer, she returned to The Church last year as the Bookings Manager.
During her time as an assistant, Phoebe worked with artists including Elmiene, Jess Glynne, Mark Foster, and The Rolling Stones. Her combined experience in both engineering and bookings gives her a well-rounded perspective on the day-to-day running of a studio like The Church.
Outside of the office, Phoebe has a deep love for country music. She spent three years living in Nashville before returning to London and continues to maintain strong ties with the city - particularly through her work promoting and showcasing female songwriters in both Nashville and London.