BBC Three marks its return to our screens with a wacky set of idents

BBC Three marks its return to our screens with a wacky set of idents

It’s been six years since BBC Three became a digital only channel. In that time, it has made its mark with standout series including Fleabag, Normal People and Killing Eve, to name just a few. Now, it is returning our screens as it relaunches as a fully-fledged TV channel this month. To mark the occasion, […]



How younger creatives profit from extra casual mentorship

How younger creatives profit from extra casual mentorship

The emotional support mentorship offers can be just as beneficial as professional advice. CR uncovers how two programmes make a less rigid and more empathetic approach work There’s no question that mentorship can be hugely beneficial, particularly in helping newcomer creatives to navigate an industry that can be confusing and overwhelming. In recent years, many […]



Brent Cross will get flexible new signage courtesy of Fieldwork Facility

Brent Cross will get flexible new signage courtesy of Fieldwork Facility

The studio has created bright yellow wayfinding that guides people from the tube station to the Brent Cross Town development The signage is designed to “capture the spirit of play and bring a little bit of joy to the neighbourhood,” according to Fieldwork Facility founder Robin Howie. Howie says the wayfinding project is designed to […]



Studio Nari designs spine-tingling pageant id for Otherlands

Studio Nari designs spine-tingling pageant id for Otherlands

A new arts and music festival is heading to Perth in Scotland this summer, taking place at Scone Palace – a historic building once known as a crowning-place for the King of Scots. The inaugural festival has been brought to life over the course of three years by Studio Nari, which worked on the visual […]



High Challenges for Communicators in 2022 & Methods to Remedy Them

High Challenges for Communicators in 2022 & Methods to Remedy Them

When asked, communication professionals identified their top strategic priorities, challenges and questions for 2022. The common attributions of mission-critical priorities included improving their use of communications tools and channels, aligning staff and skills to support business priorities, and driving reputation and building trust according to a recent survey from Gartner. Top challenges included: Employee change […]



Publicity: Estelle Hanania

Publicity: Estelle Hanania

Art director Gem Fletcher profiles the work of photographer Estelle Hanania, who has worked with clients including Gucci, Dior and Vogue, as well as producing personal work that examines creative outsiders and unexpected heroes “I’m interested in people who are not afraid to be who they are even though it may involve suffering,” Estelle Hanania […]



Specsavers launches in Canada with witty new marketing campaign

Specsavers launches in Canada with witty new marketing campaign

Created by The Agency, the in-house creative team at Specsavers, the brand’s first ad for the Canadian market sees its deadpan wit exported overseas, though with a new look and feel. The spot, which is directed by Matt Piedmont – known for his work on Saturday Night Live – features a retro 70s vibe complete […]



Methods to Write a Hook by Thrilling Your Reader With Hazard

Methods to Write a Hook by Thrilling Your Reader With Hazard

If you want your readers to not just pick up your book, but keep turning the pages, you need to learn how to write a hook that will draw them through the story so they never want to put it down. Try baiting your hooks with the thrill of danger to keep your readers on […]



Rebecca Rowntree on reintegrating into company life

Rebecca Rowntree on reintegrating into company life

“You have those interviews – and I have had them before in other agencies – where you think, oh, wow, they’re so cool, they’re so great,” says creative director Rebecca Rowntree. Over the years, however, she has found that the reality isn’t always as rosy as it’s made out to be. “People will give a […]



Sarah Boris on the enjoyment of being your individual boss

Sarah Boris on the enjoyment of being your individual boss

Graphic designer and artist Sarah Boris has always charted her own course through the creative industries, from starting out in-house rather than at a studio, to setting up her own practice in 2015. She discusses what she’s learned along the way Having started out in design in the mid-noughties, by 2015 Sarah Boris had carved […]