About us

We’re an independent branding and design agency for organisations facing growing pains. We craft creative that helps you move forward and feels authentic and easy, because it is when you put reason first.

Who we are

From the Peak District to the South Downs, our team brings together a mix of skills, experience and perspectives, united by a shared belief that how we work with people is as important as the work we make.

  • Chris James

    Creative Director

  • Sarah James

    Director

  • Jasmine Paradine-James

    Designer and Brand Strategist

  • Kit Porter

    Designer and Developer

  • Ellie Judd

    Designer

What it’s like working with us

They took the time to understand me and my business, and what my values are. This investment created something special that resonates with me and truly reflects what my business is about.
Bobby Lambkin-Williams Founder, Atomic Canyon
They are attentive listeners, and have a deep commitment to excellence and a distinctive creative flair. And all this with a healthy measure of flexibility and good humour too.
Alice Sachrajda Creative Researcher

Selected clients

  • Barrow Cadbury Trust
  • Comic Relief
  • King’s College London
  • Nesta
  • RSA

What we do

Strategy and writing

  • Workshops
  • Strategy and architecture
  • Vision, values and mission
  • Naming
  • Positioning and proposition
  • Verbal identity
  • Tone of voice
  • Copywriting and messaging

Brand and creative

  • Logo design
  • Visual Identity
  • Guidelines and toolkits
  • Print
  • Environment and event branding
  • Report design
  • Digital
  • Animation
  • Website design and development
  • Packaging

Marketing and content

  • Content strategy and support
  • Campaigns and marketing
  • Brand guardianship
  • Photography
  • Video