Business Details
36 Years
experience
Award-Winning Marketing Agency in Preston
Founded in 1990 by Tony Ainsworth and Tim Parkinson, our agency has grown steadily over three decades, establishing itself as one of the largest integrated agencies in the North West. With over 50 specialists across disciplines such as digital strategy, video production, and social media, we prioritize collaboration to solve business challenges and seize opportunities. Our values of integrity, hard work, and inclusivity underpin our approach, fostering long-term relationships with clients and employees alike.By combining strategic insight with creative execution, we deliver tailored solutions that integrate advertising, branding, and PR. Our commitment to excellence extends to community engagement, with active participation in charitable initiatives reflecting our dedication to social responsibility. This foundation of experience, expertise, and trust has enabled us to evolve continuously while maintaining the same core philosophy that guided our inception.
Services
Advertising
Branding
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Video Production
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have 30+ years of experience in integrated marketing.
- Our team includes over 50 specialists across diverse disciplines.
- We prioritize collaborative problem-solving from strategy to execution.
- Our values of integrity and inclusivity guide every partnership.
- We combine traditional expertise with forward-thinking digital strategies.
Services
Advertising
We create innovative advertising campaigns across traditional and digital media. Our approach combines market intelligence with creative storytelling to position brands competitively. Clients benefit from two decades of expertise in crafting messages that resonate with target audiences while driving measurable business outcomes.
Branding
Our branding services develop cohesive visual and strategic identities that reflect a company's core values. Through immersive planning sessions, we establish brand propositions that ensure consistency across all touchpoints. This strengthens recognition and builds long-term customer loyalty through authentic communication.
Digital Marketing
From SEO to social media, our digital specialists provide data-driven strategies that enhance online visibility. We focus on user experience and conversion optimization while aligning tactics with broader marketing objectives. Our team stays ahead of platform trends to maximize return on digital investment.
Web Design
We create responsive websites that combine aesthetic appeal with functional excellence. Our developers work closely with creative teams to ensure seamless integration of branding elements. Each site is optimized for performance and user engagement, reflecting the client's unique business requirements.
Video Production
From concept to delivery, our video team produces engaging content for corporate and marketing purposes. We utilize 3D animation, aerial filming, and motion graphics to showcase products and brands. The result is compelling visual narratives that enhance audience engagement and message retention.
People
Tony Ainsworth
Consultant
Co-founder of Ainsworth & Parkinson with over 30 years' experience in integrated marketing. Advocates for collaborative agency-client relationships and maintains active involvement in the company's strategic direction and industry development.
Tim Parkinson
Director
Co-founder and director overseeing agency operations and client services. With extensive experience in creative industries, he focuses on fostering talent development and maintaining the agency's reputation for innovative communication strategies.
Sandra Cairns
General Manager
Responsible for day-to-day agency management and business operations. Brings over 20 years of experience in agency leadership roles, ensuring efficient service delivery while maintaining the company's core values of integrity and inclusivity.
Chris Thomas
Creative Director
Leads the creative team in developing award-winning concepts for advertising and branding projects. Specializes in translating strategic insights into impactful visual and written communication across multiple media platforms.
Nick Parekh
Digital Director
Oversees digital strategy and execution, specializing in SEO, content marketing, and social media. Ensures the agency maintains technical excellence while delivering innovative solutions that adapt to evolving digital landscapes.
Questions
What industries do you work with?
We have experience across diverse sectors including finance, manufacturing, consumer goods, and professional services, adapting our approach to meet specific industry requirements.
How do you measure campaign success?
We use a combination of KPIs tailored to each project, including ROI metrics, engagement rates, and brand awareness indicators to evaluate effectiveness and inform ongoing strategy.
Can you handle both creative and digital aspects?
Our integrated approach combines creative concept development with technical execution, ensuring campaign consistency from strategy formulation to implementation across all channels.
How do you approach new client partnerships?
We begin with immersive planning sessions to understand business objectives, competitive landscape, and target audiences, establishing clear collaboration frameworks for the project duration.
What makes your team different?
With specialists in 15+ disciplines, we assemble customized teams for each project while maintaining consistent leadership through senior staff with average tenure of 15+ years.
Do you offer fixed-price contracts?
Pricing structures are tailored to project scope, with both fixed-price and retainer options available following detailed scoping discussions to ensure transparent budgeting.
Reviews (1)
Dan Bell
Dec 02, 2016
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A full service agency who have a mix of traditional and digital marketing just right. Enjoying working with them on different projects.
