9 creative studios to know in Newcastle
Deciding on which part of the industry you’d like to work in is one thing, but knowing where to find relevant and inspiring workplaces is another. And with so many creative companies across the UK, expanding your knowledge of who’s out there can certainly give you a leg up. So every few weeks, we’ll be helping you discover new studios, agencies and more by highlighting a range of them up and down the British Isles. This week, we’re heading to the city of Newcastle in the North East!
Newcastle upon Tyne is a historic city with roots stretching back to Roman times, brimming with rich heritage alongside lively culture. It's now home to over 300,000 people, with nearly 40% of the population under 25 – a figure driven in part by the high number of students choosing Newcastle University.
The city’s cultural landscape is just as vibrant, featuring iconic landmarks like the Tyne Bridge, the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and The Glasshouse International Centre for Music across the river. The Newcastle International Film Festival draws thousands of visitors each year and development organisations like Generator, North East Screen and New Writing North help make the region a creative capital.
Newcastle’s creative sector is also growing. According to the Creative Industries Policy and Evidence Centre, initiatives such as the upcoming “Northern Creative Corridor” have the potential to contribute an additional £10 billion annually to the region’s economy. The array of studios in the city plays a big role, and with that in mind, we’ve curated a selection of 9 creative agencies and design studios for you to explore. Keep reading on to discover them all!
Sail Creative
Sail Creative is a design studio focusing on projects that promote social impact and activism. With a commitment to prioritising values over profit, the B-Corp-certified studio has garnered attention for its work with I Weigh, Friends of the Earth and harm reduction charity Humankind.
Specialism: Branding and identity design
Altogether
Founded in 2016, Altogether is a studio focusing on creating impactful connections through their community-oriented approach, which emphasises inclusivity and positive change. They’ve worked on campaigns for Newcastle Women's Aid, Newcastle University and English Heritage, amongst others.
Specialism: Branding, print and digital communications
Drummond Central
Drummond Central is an advertising agency that specialises in integrated marketing communications. Since launching in 2004, they’ve delivered strategic and creative solutions for a variety of clients, including Greggs, KitKat and the NHS.
Specialism: Advertising
Supanaught
Supanaught is a creative studio whose work revolves around brand consultation, graphic design for print, and digital development. They have worked with cultural, charitable, and socially-minded clients, including FutureEverything, the Wellcome Trust and the University of Sunderland’s Northern Centre of Photography.
Specialism: Brand consultation and graphic design
Founded
Founded is a graphic design and branding studio that focuses on creating brand strategies, eye-catching visual identities, packaging, and digital design solutions. They have a collaborative approach and have worked with a broad range of clients including H&M, Yorkshire Sculpture Park and the Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation.
Specialism: Graphic design and branding
Jump
Jump is a design agency known for its branding, website design and marketing work. With 17 years of experience, they have created promotional materials for clients like Marlish Water, Newcastle University and National Trust.
Specialism: Branding, websites and marketing
Kino Creative
Founded in 2003, Kino Creative is a design studio focused on developing engaging experiences across a range of media to help clients connect with their audiences. They create customised solutions like responsive websites and interactive animations, and have worked with clients like Meta, Whatsapp and Yakult.
Specialism: Web design, animation and digital solutions
That Branding Company
That Branding Company is a creative agency looking to help startups and small-to-medium-sized businesses make their mark. They focus on creating strong brand identities through design work, graphic design and marketing strategies, both online and offline.
Specialism: Branding, graphic design and marketing
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