The Design Process

Whether we are designing for print or web the design process is pretty similar. It’s our job to learn and understand your business as well as you.

We work with you to establish exactly what you need to achieve from your communication. From a clearly defined objective we write a creative brief in which to work from. The brief forms the backbone of any creative work so it’s important for a client to understand and approve the brief before any design work can begin.

After the brief has been approved, concept design begins. It starts with research, brainstorming and scribbling our initial thoughts. The strongest concepts are now selected and 'mocked up' for client presentation.

Once approved, the final artworking can now begin. Depending on the brief, it might also be necessary for us to organise a photoshoot or perhaps commission illustration for example. If photography is required then we would also use this time for post production and generally getting everything spot on ready for production.

Once the final artwork is approved then production can begin. We usually organise our own production for printed materials, that way we can be in complete control of the final product until delivery. Sometimes, even a subtle choice of paper stock or material for example can be a key ingredient of the design. We always work closely with our suppliers to make sure that the final product is produced exactly as it was intended.

Make things personal

The key to successful direct marketing is to fully understand what your potential customer wants. Get it right and the results will speak for themselves.

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  • @pepperhed: @Michael_DevMac Very nice!
    at 10:10 22nd Feb 2012 via web
  • @pepperhed: Designing on a budget? Use creativity to make the best of what you have http://t.co/1bcQNWKN #graphicdesign #resource
    at 15:39 7th Feb 2012 via web
  • @pepperhed: Creative direct marketing is about understanding your potential client. Make things personal http://t.co/KApeHWVd #graphicdesign #derbyuk
    at 14:13 1st Feb 2012 via web
  • @pepperhed: @Michael_DevMac @Joelleharris @GF4Bnetwork Great meeting this morning
    at 10:05 1st Feb 2012 via web
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