ALLEGRO MEDIA DESIGN was founded in 2009 by Jeff Gehlert as an audio production company specializing in voiceover, original music scoring, and sound design for commercials, television, and film. After perfecting our craft in audio production, we expanded into video production and design, eventually progressing into eLearning shortly there after. Our team realized there was a huge need not only for eLearning services, but eLearning that’s both effective and engaging. We leaned into our creative skillset and pushed ourselves, and have since become a leading provider of eLearning services to companies and organizations around the world.
To ignite learning potential by crafting engaging and impactful training solutions. We empower our clients and inspire their audience through the power of exceptional audio-visual storytelling, fostering deeper knowledge, meaningful transformation, and lasting success.
Our core team is a powerhouse of creativity and expertise, driving the innovation and excellence that define ALLEGRO MEDIA DESIGN. But we don't stop there. Collaborating with our exclusive team of talented designers and developers, we transform every project into a success story. Our extended team shares our passion for pushing creative boundaries, and it shows in every eLearning and media solution we craft.
Jeff began his professional career as an Audio Engineer at the historic Bearsville Recording Studios in Woodstock, NY. After honing his craft working on films, commercials and major-label albums, he returned to Columbus, OH to start Allegro Media Design, a boutique media production firm specializing in audio, video, and the emerging landscape of eLearning. Since it’s inception in 2009, Jeff has been at the forefront of crafting innovative eLearning solutions for Fortune 500 companies across the US, while staying true to his audio roots by providing scores and soundtracks for tv shows and films.
After graduating with a Masters from Ohio State, Sara began her career in non-profit before landing at Allegro Media Design as the Director of Operations, overseeing all projects from concept to delivery. Additionally, her undergrad in Theater paved the way for her thriving voice over career, breathing life into hundreds of courses and projects over the years. When she’s not meeting with clients, you can usually find Sara nerding out about fountain pens, or playing with her rescue pups at the park.
A Columbus native, Natalie has been a driving force behind Allegro's eLearning success since joining in January 2019. With a focus on crafting impactful training, she collaborates closely with clients, delving into existing materials and conducting interviews with stakeholders to transform their content into engaging, effective training courses. Recently, she designed and led a series of successful in-person training seminars for a client. Natalie's future vision includes leading our Instructional Design efforts and supporting marketing and business development for Allegro's continuous success.
After several years in the industry, Spencer traded in ad layouts for gradebooks when he became a teacher. He oversaw a 3-year design program at a technical school, encompassing graphic design, photography, web design, and game design. Throughout this time, he was involved in educational and vocational initiatives nationally and abroad. Years later, Spencer would join us, wanting to combine his background in technical education with his design expertise and passion for innovation. Now, Spencer leads us into new and cutting-edge concepts, from AI to VR, while driving design and development.
