WINNERS! Annual Design Awards 2010

For anyone who knows me, you'll know that the creative side of my business is all-important to our overall offering. In fact, it frustrates me when people refer to us as 'printers' because we're so much more than that (yes, I know we're called printing.com!!!)

Anyway, just to prove the point I am extremely proud to announce that the team in Sheffield has once again dominated the franchise's Annual Design Awards.

 Fighting off stiff competition from over 300 design agencies across the country, not only did yours truly win a runner up position in the 'Handout' category but Oliver Booth, our Senior Designer, swept up by winning two out of five categories AND the Overall Winner prize for his range of beautifully-produced designs.

Now that's what I call an achievement!

Our clients are thrilled to know that their designs are award-winning, as you'll see from their responses below, and I'd love to hear what you think of the successful pieces.

'Calendars & Christmas' category - Winner - Oliver Booth with University of Sheffield History Society Naked Calendar

"It really was an utter pleasure working with the Sheffield team at printing.com. Never before have I worked with a company that is so efficient and professional yet incredibly personable - I would not hesitate to recommend or work with them again. The design itself was mirrored directly on the brief I had provided and went far above and beyond my expectations. Sarah, Ollie and the team took the time to listen to our design ideas which is perfectly evident in the finished product. The calendar is modern, classy and edgy and crucially it reflects our personality as a History Society. I want to thank all at Sheffield's printing.com for producing a top-class calendar which will raise vital funds for some very worthy local charities."

Lottie Tobin, University of Sheffield History Society. Credit and thanks goes to Steve Pugh of Friends & Family Photography (www.friendsandfamilyphotography.co.uk) for his photography and for recommending us to Lottie in the first place!

If you'd like to purchase a Calendar, let me know and I'll pass on Lottie's details. It's all for a good cause.

 

  

 

'Identity' category - Winner - Oliver Booth with Relocation Angels

"Relocation Angels are immensely delighted with the Sheffield team at printing.com.We found the team totally committed to our project. Their approachable and individualistic service was second to none, providing attention to detail, on-going guidance and an excellent standard of quality throughout the entire process. The design teams’ efforts in creating our company logo and image were outstanding and Relocation Angels can now launch their new business with great confidence. The team at Relocation Angels would not hesitate in recommending the services at printing.com."

Julie and Victoria, Relocation Angels - 01226 761 211, info@relocation-angels.co.uk, www.relocation-angels.co.uk

 

  

  

 

 

'Handout' category - Runner Up - Sarah Simpkins with Frock 'n' Roll Showcard

"I was extremely pleased with the whole process... from the design stage through to the simple invoicing and fast delivery. The price was very reasonable considering the quality of the finished material. The showcards look high-end, glossy, vibrant and modern, whilst incorporating all of the necessary information, and without being overpowering. The design was exactly what I had in mind, it is simple yet effective. The print quality is brilliant. The showcards suit my business perfectly and convey the style of the website"

Amy Slavin, Director, Frock 'n' Roll www.frocknroll.co.uk. Credit goes to Paul Hamblin for his photography and Tim Mather at Chocolate Grape for his web development.

 

 

So, there you go - I hope you like what you see and if you think your marketing could do with a make-over, you know where to come! You never know, the designs we produce for your company could become an award winner! ;)

Sarah