Is there an alternative to the beloved MacBook?
Follow our client service & operations director, Matt, through the pain of separating from his MacBook after 10 years, the difficulties he’s experienced since, and his SOS for a good alternative....
View ArticleThe secrets to briefing an agency
Being able to work well with an agency can make it feel like they’re an extension of your team, rather than another team to brief. Here are the secrets to knowing what an agency needs. The post The...
View ArticleWhat is Birmingham’s colour? (A love letter to red brick)
Colours are important. As designers and marketers, we know that… But how much do they impact a city? And what colour is Birmingham, our scrappy, creative second city? The post What is Birmingham’s...
View ArticleHow to create your tone of voice
Tone of voice is something that people tend to enjoy subconsciously… Why does that brand seem likeable? Why do I trust in the authority of this brand? Let’s dig deeper and I’ll help you find yours… The...
View ArticleOur favourite Christmas campaigns of 2018
Somehow, it’s Christmas next week and we put down the mince pies and festive drinks long enough to choose our favourite Christmas adverts. The post Our favourite Christmas campaigns of 2018 appeared...
View ArticleOur team: Swimming in creativity, 24/7
Creatives are a bit like sharks. If we’re not moving forward to something new and creative, we might die… Yes, that’s dramatic, but here are a few of the ways we’re always swimming forward, creatively...
View ArticleSpotify hits the right note with data-driven creativity
Digital allows us to collect a lot of information on people and their behaviours, but so much data goes untapped. That is, unless you’re Spotify, who has been knocking out amazing campaigns driven by...
View ArticleElevating design with animation
There are plenty of ways to make a design stand out. But, with the saturation of images in digital, sometimes you want to add something more. By adding animation, you can bring imagery to life and make...
View ArticleCreating memorable campaigns: Give yourself time to be creative
This started off as an experiment in timed creativity… but it turned into an exercise in taking the time to think. No restrictions. No logistics. Just ideas. The post Creating memorable campaigns: Give...
View ArticleFive creative campaigns to kick off 2019
Here are five of Natelle’s favourite campaigns from early 2019, giving us the inspiration we need to hit the ground running in February and beyond. The post Five creative campaigns to kick off 2019...
View Article3 signs that you might be a… project manager
When you spend enough time in a profession, it’s inevitable that you start seeing those skills creep into your personal life. Our project manager, James, shares three signs that you might be a project...
View ArticleCan music really help you concentrate?
Some days you just need to be able to get your head down and get things done, but you just can’t seem to concentrate…. Is music the solution we’ve been listening out for? Read time: 4 mins The post Can...
View ArticleHow do I juggle all the clients in my life?
Some top tips for juggling all of your different clients, whether they be a brand with a brief, a child wanting attention, or a new puppy that you just couldn’t say no to. Read time: 6 mins The post...
View ArticleHow important is accessible web design?
We believe that digital is for everyone, so follow these tips for an accessible website that everyone can enjoy. Read time: 8 mins The post How important is accessible web design? appeared first on...
View ArticleThe rise of digital in Birmingham – are we leading the way?
In the week that celebrated 30 years of the World Wide Web, Matt takes an honest look at the rise of digital in Birmingham, the current status, and what we can look forward to. Read time: 7 mins The...
View ArticleHow do people use social media in 2019?
Social media changes a lot, but it’s key that we’re aware of the latest social stats and how strategies may need to adapt. Read time: 10 mins The post How do people use social media in 2019? appeared...
View Article3 signs that you might be a… copywriter
When you spend enough time in a profession, you start seeing those thoughts and skills creep into your personal life. Our content marketing manager, Ryan, shares three signs that you might be a...
View Article10 questions with our front-end developer
Get to know a member of our team in this mini interview. 10 question, 10 answers, plenty of insights and tips from the mind of a developer. Read time: 10 mins The post 10 questions with our front-end...
View ArticleMonzo, I love you…
Katie wears her card on her sleeve and shares her love for Monzo, a customer-centric bank that’s been disrupting the industry since 2015. Read time: 7 mins The post Monzo, I love you… appeared first on...
View Article5 insights from Brighton SEO
4,000 attendees + Brighton sea front + influential SEO speakers + a packed day of learning = Brighton SEO. Here are our 5 favourite insights… Read time: 7 mins The post 5 insights from Brighton SEO...
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