Creativity
with character
Today, businesses have more opportunities than ever to express themselves, tell their story and stand for something distinctive.
Yet so much of what we see looks uncannily alike, lacks clarity and is devoid of personality. As a result, brands blend into one another, campaigns miss the mark and design fails to differentiate.
That’s why character matters. Now more than ever.
With nearly three decades of experience as a Manchester based designer and creative director, I know that the most powerful creative work starts by getting under the skin of a business to understand its people, audience and ambitions to find the insight that makes it genuinely interesting.
Because creativity with character is more than just looking the part. It’s about bringing personality to the surface, creating real distinction and producing memorable ideas that get noticed today and which continue to perform for years to come.
CREATIVE DIRECTION
DESIGN
EDUCATION
I'm Grant Mitchell.
No, not the bald thug from EastEnders!
I am bald but I'm also an experienced designer, creative director and design educator from Manchester. Unlike my namesake, I've spent my career solving problems, not creating them! Partnering with organisations to help bring out their character through their brand and creative communications.
Businesses & Charities
From a brand identity for an ambitious start-up, rebrand for an established business, campaign to change behaviour, website or film, I can take care of it.
Design agencies
Looking for creative with character? A different angle? Experienced support for your creative team? Got a pitch? I'm here to help on a freelance or project basis.
Universities & Colleges
With over a decade of experience as an Associate Lecturer in Graphic Design at Staffordshire University, I'm passionate about making a difference.
I work with...
Client & sector expertise
Band on the Wall
Brighter Sound
Chetham’s Library
Contact Theatre
D&AD
Manchester Cathedral
Manchester Medieval Quarter
The Millennium Dome (NMEC)
The National Football Museum
The Stoller Hall
Cansfield High School
Edge Hill University
Manchester Business School
Oasis Academies
Staffordshire University
Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM)
Community Integrated Care
GM Health & Social Care Partnership
Making Space
MioCare
Places for People
The Hamptons Hospital
Altrad
BASF
Lorne Stewart
Technology from Sage
You Gotta Hack That
Bolton NHS FT
East Cheshire NHS Trust
Health Research Authority
Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Trust
Kingston & Richmond NHS FT
Lancashire & South Cumbria New Hospitals Programme
NHS England
NHS Greater Manchester
North Bristol NHS Trust
Warrington & Halton Hospitals Charity
Back on Track
Forever Manchester
GMCVO
Inspiring Communities Together
Manchester Community Central
BHBIA
Fresenius Kabi
Merck-Serono
Novartis
Wyeth
Cole Waterhouse
Domis Construction
Glenbrook
Merseyway Innovation Centre
Placefirst
Ralph Capper Interiors
RISE Homes
Rowlinson Construction
TMT Construction
Manchester City Council
Manchester Commonwealth Games Legacy
NWDA
One Stockport
Stockport Council
Stockport Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC)
Websites... Motion... Design... Campaigns... Branding...
Grant really gets us, which makes the whole process straightforward and enjoyable. He’s responsive, collaborative and someone we know we can rely on to deliver work to a consistently high standard. We’ve built a great working relationship over the years and have no hesitation in recommending him.
Damian Flood
CEO – COLE WATERHOUSE
I first met Grant when we worked with him to create the NHS Greater Manchester Shining a Light on Suicide Campaign. Working with him, I know his involvement in our campaign has been genuine and he was determined to make a difference. His huge contribution in making this award winning campaign recognised continues to make a real impact.
Adele Owen QPM CF
NHS GREATER MANCHESTER
What makes Grant stand out amongst his creative peers is his laser like ability to absorb, understand and distill demanding briefs into award- winning creative brilliance and astounding reach. The best designer and creative director I have worked with in my career.
Dympna Gould
HERITAGE & TOURISM CONSULTANT