Business Details
Your Trusted Freelance Graphic Designer in Cheshire
Based in Nantwich, Cheshire, I am a freelance designer, art director, and marketing consultant with nearly two decades of experience in creative design and strategic marketing. My career spans working with agencies, national media, and direct client collaborations, offering the quality of a full agency at a more accessible cost. I specialise in branding, web design, print and digital media, and multi-channel marketing strategies tailored to diverse client needs. My approach combines creativity with commercial insight to deliver solutions that resonate with target audiences and drive business growth. I serve a wide range of clients, from SMEs and startups to charities and public sector organisations, across the UK.My services include business healthchecks, social media management, experiential event design, and in-house marketing support. With a background in production journalism and project management, I ensure meticulous attention to detail and seamless execution. I prioritise collaboration, offering one-on-one consultations and ongoing mentorship to align design and marketing efforts with business objectives. My work has contributed to rebranding initiatives, civic pride campaigns, and high-profile events for leading brands. Committed to staying at the forefront of design trends and marketing innovations, I provide tailored solutions that deliver measurable results.
Services
Branding
Web Design
Social Media Management
Business Healthchecks
Experiential Event Design
Print & Digital Design
Strategic Marketing
Project Management
Copywriting
Marketing Consultancy
Highlights and features
- 20 years of experience in creative design and marketing
- Combines creativity with commercial awareness for impactful solutions
- Offers full agency quality at a fraction of the cost
- Collaborates with diverse clients from SMEs to public sector organisations
- Provides business healthchecks for targeted growth strategies
Services
Branding
I create logos, brand identities, and rebranding strategies that connect with target audiences. My approach combines creativity with commercial insight to ensure brands resonate in competitive markets. Services include workshops, identity design, and brand storytelling.
Web Design
I design and build websites focused on conversion, integrating SEO, UX design, and content strategy. My background in production journalism ensures technically sound and visually engaging digital platforms tailored to business objectives.
Social Media Management
I develop content strategies and manage social media campaigns that drive engagement and ROI. Services include ad campaign creation, content scheduling, and analytics to optimise performance across platforms.
Business Healthchecks
I analyse branding, communications, and marketing activities to identify growth opportunities. This service provides actionable recommendations to improve marketing effectiveness and align strategies with business goals.
Experiential Event Design
I collaborate with agencies to create immersive brand experiences and events. My work includes art direction, activation design, and project management for campaigns and brand launches.
People
Chris Blackhurst
Freelance Designer & Marketing Consultant
A Cheshire-based creative with 20 years' experience in design and marketing. Specialises in branding, web design, and strategic campaigns for diverse clients across the UK.
Questions
What services do you offer?
I provide branding, web design, social media management, strategic marketing, and business healthchecks. My expertise also includes print design, copywriting, and experiential event design.
Which industries do you work with?
I collaborate with SMEs, charities, public sector organisations, retailers, and individuals across the UK, including sectors like property, healthcare, and political campaigns.
Can you support rebranding projects?
Yes, I specialise in rebranding initiatives, having worked on projects for organisations like Ion Developments and HKA Global with tailored branding strategies.
Do you offer consultancy outside design?
I provide marketing strategy guidance, social media ad campaigns, and business healthchecks to optimise your overall marketing effectiveness.
How do you ensure client satisfaction?
Through one-on-one consultations, ongoing mentorship, and a focus on measurable results, ensuring all solutions align with your business goals.
Are free consultations available?
Yes, I offer free one-hour consultations to discuss your business needs and formulate a roadmap for achieving your objectives.
