North East Freelance Network

Freelance Directory

Browse our freelance directory to tap into local talent. All listings have been manually checked and vetted to ensure quality and relevance.

Ross Pichler

Ross Pichler

  • Design
  • Paid Social Media
  • Photography

I'm a multi-disciplined graphic designer, illustrator and photographer with over 20 years experience working on a variety of large-scale campaigns and projects.

Ideal Client
Arts and Culture, Health and fitness, Sport
Ideal Project
Branding and logo design, Infographic design, Photography
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Bekki Ramsay

Bekki Ramsay

  • PR/Comms

As the founder of Belta PR, Bekki is a big believer that every brand has its own unique brilliance, some just need a helping hand to showcase their belta qualities. That’s where Bekki can help!

Ideal Client
E-commerce - home, beauty, fashion, travel.
Ideal Project
Backlink audits, digital PR strategies, campaign creation and more.
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Bryn Mordey

Bryn Mordey

  • Admin/Operations
  • Organic Social Media
  • Video Production
Contract type

Hourly

Kev Strong

Kev Strong

  • PPC
  • SEO

A digital marketing specialist with 20+ years’ of experience delivering award-winning results. I help businesses with their digital marketing through a focus on Organic SEO

Ideal Client
Small/Medium business with a focus on E-Commerce, Retail and Tech.
Ideal Project
Consultancy, Marketing Audits, Competitor Reviews
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Sarah Hunt

Sarah Hunt

  • Content & Copywriting

A freelance senior copywriter and creative strategist with thirteen years’ experience writing and managing market-leading content.

Ideal Client
Retail, B2B, Tech, Healthcare and anything in between
Ideal Project
Strategy, tone of voice, branding, digital content and more
Contract type

Project

Ryan the Designah

Ryan the Designah

  • Design

Hello hello! My real name is Ryan Stewart and my goal with my work is to support ethical businesses who want to make a positive difference in this world, using my creative design skills 🙂

Ideal Client
Small local business, eco minded, looking to make a positive change
Ideal Project
Brand package and promotional assets, £200-400 budget, 1-2 months
Contract type

Project

Emma Davies

Emma Davies

  • Business
  • Organic Social Media
  • SEO

A Freelancer and Founder specialising in website design and development, business strategy and digital marketing, with extensive experience helping businesses develop and grow their online presence.

Ideal Client
Small or start up businesses with ambitious founders
Ideal Project
Web Design | Social Media Management | SEO | Copy | Brand Identity
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Helen Richardson-Harris

Helen Richardson-Harris

  • Admin/Operations
  • Design
  • Email
  • Project Management

I'm adaptable, highly organised with a keen attention to detail. I have background in Admin, Business Analysis, Creative, Design and have used a wide range of IT packages.

Contract type

Hourly, Daily

Jennifer Robson

Jennifer Robson

  • Content & Copywriting

I write copy people want to read. Freelance PR copywriter, copyeditor / Writing for positive social impact /

Ideal Client
Start up, social impact, charities, social enterprises
Ideal Project
Monthly retainers or project work
Contract type

Retainer

Dan Tracey

Dan Tracey

  • Creative Writing
  • PR/Comms

Experienced data journalist who can weave stories out of numbers. At the same time, I can sift through spreadsheets and whizz through words just as easily. Data and Content are my power tools.

Ideal Client
Open to all industries; experienced in sports, tech, igaming, finance
Ideal Project
Projects can be data-driven or creative or sometimes even both!
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Carl

Carl

  • Web Design & Development

I help you build websites that work for the people that use them 🤝 Using php, javascript, React, Tailwind and bespoke WordPress themes & plugins 🤓 Writing the 'For humans' UX tips newsletter ✍️

Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Helene Castel

Helene Castel

  • Admin/Operations
  • Business
  • Design
  • Email
  • Project Management

Your Virtual assistant and Website design Partner. You hate Admin? I love it. You hate WordPress? I love it too. Get in touch!

Ideal Client
Small business | Professional | Coach | Ready to scale
Ideal Project
Admin tasks | PA & EA support | Website built & revamp | WordPress
Contract type

Hourly, Retainer

Nic Wright

Nic Wright

  • Content & Copywriting

Experienced copywriter with proven content marketing skills, plus extensive experience in SEO, communications, PR, and marketing automation. Currently providing freelance content marketing services.

Ideal Client
Open to all industries; particularly experienced in tech, HR, arts.
Ideal Project
Flexible, but specialise in blog content, white papers, ebooks, web.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Tom Quibell

Tom Quibell

  • Design
  • Photography

Background in Photojournalism and Documentary Photography with a MA from the University of the Arts London. Based in Newcastle, available for all types of photographic work.

Contract type

Hourly, Daily

Joe Gill

Joe Gill

  • Design

Graphic Designer, specialising in brand, print and animation. Ask me for ideas

Contract type

Project

Gemma Walton

Gemma Walton

  • Content & Copywriting

🚀 Boosting Brands with Virtual Marketing Support 🎯 | Expert in Digital Marketing 💜 Content Creation 🦄 Innovator 🌈 AI 🤖 & Growth | 5-Star Service ⭐

Ideal Client
Businesses Looking To Grow But Lacking Inhouse Expertise & Time
Ideal Project
Retainer or Ongoing Monthly Hours for Marketing Support
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Gemma Ryan

Gemma Ryan

  • Creative Writing
  • Organic Social Media

Hi I'm Gemma Ryan, I am a copywriter, content creator and blogger focusing on all things mental health and wellbeing.

Contract type

Project

Philip Bowe

Philip Bowe

  • Business

I’m one of Newcastle’s longest standing property professionals with nearly 44 years experience. I offer quality advice - I’ll tell you what you need to hear, not necessarily what you want to hear

Ideal Client
Growing retail businesses
Ideal Project
Rent negotiations Rating challenges Property issues
Contract type

Hourly, Retainer

Aisha Lama

Aisha Lama

  • Creative Writing

Aisha is a poet, performer, writer and facilitator. I provide spoken word performances; creative writing services and creative writing workshops that focuses on writing for wellbeing.

Ideal Client
I am happy to work with a range of companies
Ideal Project
Providing one off, or 6-8 week, writing workshops to staff or clients
Contract type

Hourly

Jacqueline Dobor

Jacqueline Dobor

  • Admin/Operations
  • Audio Transcription

I am a transcriptionist with a passion for converting audio and video recordings into text. I'm a friendly human and my service is tailored to client needs.

Ideal Client
Academic institutions, media, industry, market researchers and more.
Ideal Project
Research interviews, focus groups, tailored to suit service.
Contract type

Hourly

Lawrence Canning

Lawrence Canning

  • Design

I'm Lawrence, a creative designer with over 20 years industry experience. I provide graphic design, branding, illustration and Web development services.

Ideal Client
Medium to large
Ideal Project
Exhibition design, Illustration, Web development
Contract type

Project

Carys Price

Carys Price

  • Design

I'm a freelance illustrator with a passion for storytelling and character design. I work digitally across both editorial and advertising. My work is bold, playful & fun.

Ideal Client
advertising, editorial or publishing, big or small clients.
Ideal Project
Poster design, packaging, book covers etc.
Contract type

Project

Jonah Schroeder

Jonah Schroeder

  • Photography
  • Video Production

Hi! I'm a freelance media specialist. I produce videos, take photos and build websites.

Contract type

Project

Anna Shepherd

Anna Shepherd

  • Strategy & Planning

I help businesses to identify the best tactics to reach their target audiences & support with the delivery of fully integrated marketing activities that connect all stages of your customer journey.

Ideal Client
Ambitious SMEs who are looking to grow their business
Contract type

Daily

Tom Bookless

Tom Bookless

  • Project Management
  • Security Consulting

Experienced process and project consultant

Ideal Client
Process and projects needing an independent view
Ideal Project
All options considered to ensure compatibility
Contract type

Hourly

Nicola Horsewood

Nicola Horsewood

  • Admin/Operations

As a Virtual PA, I offer a bespoke business support service allowing you to focus on the fun stuff.

Ideal Client
Professionals, coaches, small businesses
Ideal Project
PA and EA support, project management, administration
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Nigel Hepplewhite

Nigel Hepplewhite

  • Photography

From Commercial shoots, headshots and family shoots, right through to product photography, weddings and landscape photography workshops, we cover a broad range of work.

Ideal Client
Wedding, commercial, food, product, landscape
Ideal Project
Freelance Work, Project Based
Contract type

Project

Matthew Carr

Matthew Carr

  • Leadership

The Gordon Ramsay of the technology world but instead of restaurants, I transform remote-first tech companies by solving their productivity problems and eliminating their bottlenecks.

Contract type

Retainer

Richard M M

Richard M M

  • Design
  • Video Production

Lazerray Motion is Richard, based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK. • BA in Media Production (Video & New Media) from University of Sunderland. • 10+ years experience in design and digital roles.

Ideal Project
Explainers, educational content, mixed media, talking heads, social.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Jordan Robinson

Jordan Robinson

  • Design

I am a dedicated and imaginative creative, who embraces learning new software, methods and technologies. I thrive in collaborative team environments while also excelling in independent work. I have 7 years of industry level graphic design, videography and product design experience. My varied skill set, allows me to work on a whole range of briefs, that utilise a combination of mediums and media. I am currently seeking new clients to work with, on a remote basis.

Contract type

Hourly, Daily

Lindsay Razaq

Lindsay Razaq

  • Organic Social Media

Writer and editor with 15 years of media experience, including London Evening Standard, BBC and The Aberdeen Press and Journal. Creative and reliable, with an eye for detail.

Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Stephen Richardson

Stephen Richardson

  • Business

Independent HR Consultant providing expert HR and employment law advice and support to local SMEs

Ideal Client
SMEs up to 100 staff in Retail, Manufacturing or Logistics
Ideal Project
Retained HR support for growing SMEs or short term HR projects
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Matthew Curtis

Matthew Curtis

  • Business
  • Leadership
  • Sales

Sought-after leadership development expert, executive coach and business consultant. Fellow of the Institute of consulting, MBA & 20+ years senior leadership track record

Ideal Client
Ambitious businesses & people that want to reach their goals quicker
Ideal Project
1:1 Mentoring, Strategy planning, Revenue growth, Team development
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Reece Corkhill

Reece Corkhill

  • Web Design & Development

We build custom and professional websites that will help your business grow online.

Ideal Client
Small-Medium sized businesses looking to grow their online presence.
Ideal Project
Small business website design to get them online.
Contract type

Hourly, Retainer

Ian McCann

Ian McCann

  • Photography
  • Video Production

Multi-award-winning TV & Media professional, 30 years broadcast & corporate experience - from script to screen, worldwide, commercials, factual genres, documentaries - corporate videos & Voiceovers

Ideal Client
Broadcast & Media, Corporate, Advertising, PR, Marketing, Government
Ideal Project
Factual TV/Video, Photography, Voiceover (English - slight NE accent)
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Richard

Richard

  • Design

Founder of Forming Essentials, creating impactful solutions for clients and their audiences. I work independently and partner with brands and agencies.

Contract type

Project

Jen Tran

Jen Tran

  • Design

Experienced Illustrator and Designer, skilled in both traditional and digital techniques, with a strong portfolio of collaborations with top brands, including Nike and END.

Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Jeff Nicholls

Jeff Nicholls

  • Web Design & Development

My web development services are designed to set your online presence apart from the competition. With years of experience in the field, I offer a customized approach to web development that is tailored to the unique needs of each project.

Ideal Client
Businesses that are looking to expand and grow their digital presence
Contract type

Project

Phillip Reynolds

Phillip Reynolds

  • Design

We produce creative work with speed and momentum. We partner with new and established businesses to create brands that stand out & tells a story through a range of creative disciplines.

Contract type

Project

Craig Cruickshank

Craig Cruickshank

  • Admin/Operations
  • Policy

Experienced project and program manager with a passion for driving results. Skilled in strategy, leadership, and execution.

Ideal Client
Open to all, welcome forward thinking challenges.
Ideal Project
Challenging and engaging.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Chloe Hall

Chloe Hall

  • Email
  • Organic Social Media
  • Paid Social Media
  • Policy
  • Product Marketing

Award-winning marketing consultant, with 10 years' experience working with big names like Lindt, Crew Clothing, Gü Puds and more.

Ideal Client
Focused on growth and results not just TikTok viral videos
Ideal Project
Targeting new markets, launching new product/service, brand reputation
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Lee Hutchinson

Lee Hutchinson

  • Design

Creative designer with 15+ years’ experience which I am looking help others. Experienced with working with well-established brands as well as smaller companies over various design disciplines.

Ideal Client
Someone who needs to stand out and be noticed through their branding
Ideal Project
Branding for start-ups or SME including website design
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Aaron Moody

Aaron Moody

  • Design

Digital designer specialising in web, product and brand design within the tech startup industry

Ideal Client
Tech startup looking to enhance their brand and enable growth
Ideal Project
Early stage startup needing a brand refresh and marketing website
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Helen Johnson

Helen Johnson

  • Organic Social Media
  • Paid Social Media

Straight-talking Digital Marketing Strategist helping design-led, e-commerce brands grow

Ideal Client
Online retailers selling design-led products
Ideal Project
Pinterest (organic and Ads) or Meta Ads Management
Contract type

Hourly, Retainer

Luke Marshall

Luke Marshall

  • Web Design & Development

Fullstack Developer - SaaS, Vue, Angular, React, Shopify, Magento, Devops,

Ideal Client
Commercial, Industry Leaders, Growth & E-commerce
Ideal Project
SaaS, E-commerce, Development tasks
Contract type

Hourly

Harry Ronchetti

Harry Ronchetti

  • Design

Hey, I'm Harry, a Freelance Product Designer & Software Engineer. I deliver the most value to clients when I audit websites/software/apps and redesign solutions for rapid growth/marketing investment

Ideal Client
My most effective projects are usually with ambitious startups
Ideal Project
Website/Software/App UX Audit and redesign (and build, if needed!)
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Aaron Yarborough

Aaron Yarborough

  • Web Design & Development

I design, build, and optimize beautiful, scalable, performant, and cost-effective digital solutions that meet both business and user needs.

Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Alex Williams

Alex Williams

  • Design

Brand identity designer helping small businesses and entrepreneurs take their brand to the next level

Ideal Client
Creatives | Food & Drink | Wellness | Fun Brands
Ideal Project
Brand Identity | Graphic Design
Contract type

Project

Dawn McGuigan

Dawn McGuigan

  • PR/Comms

Experienced strategic communications manager and copywriter working with clients in healthcare, arts and culture, and creative industries. Ex-local authority Head of Marketing and Communications.

Ideal Client
Local government, creative agencies, B2B services, housing
Ideal Project
Retainer or project-based copywriting and strategic marcomms
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Jule Wilson, Chart.PR, MPRCA, MA

Jule Wilson, Chart.PR, MPRCA, MA

  • PR/Comms

Established consultant & headshot/event photographer; CIPR NE Independent practitioner of the year 2021. Experience across multiple sectors, inc. VCSEs, cultural arts, education, property and health

Ideal Client
Small businesses, charities, purpose/value-driven orgs & agencies
Ideal Project
Collaborative, meaningful, big-picture thinking required
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Daniel Fern

Daniel Fern

  • Admin/Operations
  • SEO
  • Web Design & Development

WordPress and JavaScript/React developer with extensive web and mobile experience. Also a Microsoft MSP specializing in 365, Power Platform and Windows-based IT Infrastructure.

Ideal Client
A small or new business looking to scale up and take their presence / systems to the next level.
Contract type

Daily, Hourly, Project, Retainer

Jen Harrison

Jen Harrison

  • Policy
  • PR/Comms

Experienced strategist, specialising in strategy, research, policy, comms & social impact. I primarily work with charities, social enterprises & funders, local & national government, universities & purpose-driven businesses.

Ideal Client
Charities, social enterprises & businesses with a social purpose
Ideal Project
Strategy | Policy | Research | Communications | Engagement
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Mark Hadfield

Mark Hadfield

  • Product Marketing

Experienced strategist with global, national and regional brands. Back home in the NE after living in London and Asia.

Ideal Client
Brands who want disproportionate returns via strategy and creativity.
Ideal Project
Ongoing consultancy, gamechanger briefs, fresh thinking needed.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Suzy Jackson

Suzy Jackson

I've spent 20 years working in business support across the North East, both directly with startups and SMEs, and indirectly through programme design. I love helping businesses set and achieve goals.

Ideal Client
Startup, small business, neurodivergent, business support org
Ideal Project
Inclusive, ambitious, meaningful
Contract type

Lara Mellor

Lara Mellor

  • Admin/Operations

I have been a Microsoft Trainer for over 20 years. I run bespoke sessions online or in the North East of England. In small groups I can maximise delegates ROI saving them time and frustration.

Ideal Client
50+ employees, valuing employees and training rewards
Ideal Project
Upskilling all staff on Microsoft products with bespoke training
Contract type

Daily

Kathryn Wharton

Kathryn Wharton

  • Strategy & Planning

With over 15 years of industry experience, I create marketing strategies for scaling businesses and ambitious leaders. I have expertise in the technology, culture and professional services sectors.

Ideal Client
Ambitious founders and leaders | Technology sector | Scale ups
Ideal Project
Marketing Strategy | Fractional CMO | Event Strategy
Contract type

Retainer

John Blakeman

John Blakeman

  • Design

Interior designer with 10 years experience in private residential, hospitality and commercial design. Primarily working with pub chains, independent bars, restaurants and hotels.

Ideal Client
Hoteliers, independent startup business in need of interior expertise
Ideal Project
Hospitality venues, restaurants and bars of any size
Contract type

Project

Sharon Armstrong

Sharon Armstrong

  • Design

I’m a freelance graphic designer and illustrator with over 20 years experience, specialising in branding, print design, infographics and bespoke illustrations.

Ideal Client
Small & Large Businesses / Arts & Heritage / Charities
Ideal Project
Branding, Print Design, Infographics, Bespoke Illustrations
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

  • Content & Copywriting
  • Design
  • Organic Social Media

Marketing freelancer with an eye for detail and fondness for creativity. Experience in B2C & B2B roles. Social media, blog content, design, proofreading, web copy… you name it, I’ve probably done it!

Ideal Client
Smaller businesses, start-ups or other freelancers
Ideal Project
Designing branded materials to showcase your business.
Contract type

Hourly

Arlen Pettitt

Arlen Pettitt

  • Policy
  • PR/Comms

I'm a policy and communication consultant, with more than 15 years experience working across business, local government, higher education and trade and membership bodies.

Ideal Client
A policy-aligned organisation, looking to create impactful content
Ideal Project
Policy briefs, research projects, engagement work
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Sarah Rose

Sarah Rose

  • Admin/Operations
  • Data & Analytics
  • Design
  • Email
  • Events
  • Project Management
  • Strategy & Planning
  • Other

Virtual Assistant Services supporting the charity sector and purpose-led business owners to maximise their productivity and impact.

Ideal Client
Small, purpose-led business/Charity/Freelancers working in the charity sector
Ideal Project
Project management, administration tasks, process development
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer, Project

Joy-Louise Robinson

Joy-Louise Robinson

  • Design

Freelance graphic designer, illustrator and artist with over 8 years of industry experience. Founder of illustration based business Felicity & Ink.

Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Hannah Miller

Hannah Miller

  • Design

Fashion design and garment technology graduate, I am a passionate individual with skills to support the progression of a fashion based project/ brand; including research, design and production.

Ideal Client
I am open to help anyone within the Fashion Industry.
Ideal Project
Research, garment design, production, garment specifications.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily

Alex Fearon

Alex Fearon

  • Email

Helping purpose-led B2B brands unlock their missing marketing ingredient: the humble email 💌

Ideal Client
Service businesses, SaaS & non-profits looking to grow email revenue
Ideal Project
Email strategy | Automation | Email copywriting | Mailchimp Training
Contract type

Retainer

Samantha Collier

Samantha Collier

  • Content & Copywriting
  • Strategy & Planning

Freelance marketing consultant and copywriter with 14 years experience spanning outdoor, baby, fashion, grocery, beauty and B2B.

Ideal Client
Growing B2C brands & retailers looking to nail their brand position
Ideal Project
Brand strategy | Tone of Voice | Web copy | Email copy
Contract type

Retainer

Beccy Owen

Beccy Owen

  • Design

A friendly pending B-Corp design studio, creating work that makes the world a better place. Our creativity can supercharge your marketing, bring your brand to life and help you fulfil your purpose.

Ideal Client
Arts / Culture / Health / Education / Environment / Charity / Business
Ideal Project
Brand Identity, Graphic Design
Contract type

Project

Emma Pybus

Emma Pybus

  • Email
  • PR/Comms

20+ years' experience in marketing and copywriting.

Ideal Client
Non-profit, economic regeneration and renewable energy.
Ideal Project
Marketing strategy | E-comms | Case studies | Web copy
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Kimberley Rumble

Kimberley Rumble

  • Design

Freelance Graphic Designer specialising in design for print marketing (magazines, catalogues), digital marketing (emails, social media graphics) and branding.

Ideal Client
Fashion/beauty/lifestyle, retail or e-comm, small & large businesses
Ideal Project
Print and editorial projects or digital marketing campaign graphics
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Suzy Stanton

Suzy Stanton

  • Content & Copywriting
  • SEO

Suzy provides SEO and copywriting support to small business owners helping them to get seen online and connect with the people they want to work with.

Ideal Client
Entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to improve their website’s visibility so that it attracts the right people and increases leads and sales
Ideal Project
Website copy and content for businesses that support parents
Contract type

Daily, Retainer, Project

Samantha Jones

Samantha Jones

  • Leadership

▪️Organic Social Media Manager with a love of colour, branding and graphic design▪️Creating Engaging Content + A Strong Brand Identity▪️

Ideal Client
SME’s
Ideal Project
Organic Social Media Management
Contract type

Retainer, Project

Amo .

Amo .

  • Design
  • Strategy & Planning
  • Other

🚀 Design thinking innovation consultant | 🎯 Expert in Digital Strategy | 🎲 Serious Game Developer 📱iOS app developer | ⭐ Free 30-min discovery session. ** DM me on Twitter OR message me to Book your Free 30 min discovery session ** Services: ✅ 2 hour Strategy Sprints for founders ✅ 2 hour Problem Framing workshop ✅ Design thinking workshops ✅ User experience review ✅ Free customer sales funnel review ✅ iOS app development (Swift) ✅ Serious Game Development (Analog only)

Ideal Client
SMEs with 1-20 employees with a turnover of £5K – £30K p/a with a business challenge or problem they need to fix.
Ideal Project
Reviewing business model and marketing strategy. Design and publish a mobile app.
Contract type

Daily, Retainer, Project

Chris Ogle

Chris Ogle

  • Email
  • PPC
  • Sales

Google Ads Freelancer and general gobshite. Funny and handsome.....says my mam.

Ideal Client
Anyone who is nice to work with. Either that or anyone who wants to REALLY understand where ad budget is being spent.
Ideal Project
No min spend client. Just an open mind to understand the journey from stranger to customer. Also love Klaviyo. Everyone does it wrong.
Contract type

Daily

Charlotte McMurray

Charlotte McMurray

  • Content & Copywriting
  • Data & Analytics
  • SEO
  • Strategy & Planning

Senior SEO strategist, copywriter and all-round digital nerd. 15 years in house and agency experience. Persona-led, ethical approach. Practical, realistic and down to earth.

Ideal Client
Considered purchase, with purpose. B2B/luxury/travel/education/etc.
Ideal Project
Strategic direction and high calibre, hands-on implementation.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer, Project

Dave Head

Dave Head

  • Business
  • Data & Analytics
  • Design
  • Email
  • Organic Social Media
  • Paid Social Media
  • Photography
  • PPC
  • Product Marketing
  • SEO
  • Video Production
  • Web Design & Development

We’re Northern Designers, a creative agency located in the heart of the North East. We pride ourselves on delivering unique and professional solutions in web design, digital marketing, and photography.

Ideal Client
Small to Medium-Sized Businesses, E-commerce Businesses, Startups, Freelancers.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer, Project

Jade Gillham

Jade Gillham

  • Paid Social Media
  • PPC
  • SEO

I've been a full-time, all-in freelancer for over 6 years now, supporting marketing teams with their search, PPC and paid social campaigns.

Ideal Client
Brilliant but overstretched marketing teams in the B2B space.
Ideal Project
Technical SEO, Audits, Strategy, Google Ads and LinkedIn Ads.
Contract type

Daily, Retainer, Project

Tessa Budd

Tessa Budd

  • Floristry

Vintage seller Flower grower/seller Retail Director

Ideal Client
B2c
Ideal Project
..
Contract type

Hourly

Gareth Hancock

Gareth Hancock

  • Content & Copywriting

Decent copywriter. Crap copyrighter. Turning ideas into words for businesses that don't want to fit in. Trusted by sound people. Unheard of by the rest.

Ideal Client
Anti-bullsh*t, anti-boring businesses doing good work.
Ideal Project
Website copy, email copy, print copy, copy copy, tone of voice.
Contract type

Retainer, Project

Doug Belshaw

Doug Belshaw

  • Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Strategy & Planning
  • Other

Innovation and strategy at the intersection of learning, technology and community. I thrive in ambiguity and specialise in systems thinking, new literacies (incl. AI & mis/disinformation).

Ideal Client
Co-ops, Non-profits, NGOs, Charities, B-Corps.
Ideal Project
Innovation projects requiring onboarding, user research, untangling organisational spaghetti.
Contract type

Daily, Retainer, Project

Danielle Pegg

Danielle Pegg

  • SEO

Helping you to find your voice and reach your goals.

Ideal Client
Finance, Lifestyle, Ecommerce, Hospitality, Leisure, Coaching,
Ideal Project
Web copy, keyword research, strategy and planning
Contract type

Daily, Retainer

Maria Baranowska

Maria Baranowska

  • Admin/Operations
  • Events
  • Film/TV Production
  • Floristry
  • PR/Comms
  • Project Management
  • Strategy & Planning

Event organiser & producer, but I like to wear a few hats. I'm an experienced marketer and a florist who accidentally stumbled into TV production.

Ideal Client
A community venue, charity or organisation looking for support to develop a fantastic event that engages their audience through a memorable cultural experience.
Ideal Project
Long-term co-created creative production anywhere in the North East.
Ben Crollman

Ben Crollman

  • Creative Writing
  • Film/TV Production
  • Photography
  • Video Production

Hi I'm Ben and I'm a Newcastle based Freelance Photograper / Videographer. Open to any and all enquiries 🙂

Ideal Client
Anyone looking to capture and share there business/ creative projects.
Ideal Project
Visually engaging performances low- medium budget with a timescale of 3 weeks – 1 month turnaround.
Contract type

Project

Caroline Hagan

Caroline Hagan

  • Business
  • Events
  • Project Management
  • SEO
  • Web Design & Development

I bring over 20 years experience, a Digital Consultant, Mentor and Director. An expert in WordPress and Shopify, Technical SEO and Web Accessibility. Working with micro + SMEs, charities, up to large brands.

Ideal Client
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Ideal Project
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Contract type

Hourly, Daily

Alex Robertson

Alex Robertson

  • Content & Copywriting
  • Creative Writing
  • Data & Analytics
  • Email
  • Events
  • Organic Social Media
  • PR/Comms
  • Product Marketing

A freelance marketer and marketing consultant with a focus on copywriting, creating engaging content, and strategy.

Ideal Client
Small to medium-sized businesses looking to update or enhance their marketing strategy.
Ideal Project
I love any project relating to copywriting, PR, or creating written content.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily

Suzy Rennison

Suzy Rennison

  • Admin/Operations

I love helping frazzled charity and social enterprise CEOs with regular operations, programme coordination and project management support (usually 2-4 days a month). but I can also help with one-off or short-term projects, especially around data and impact, recruitment, and project set-up.

Ideal Client
- Small to medium charities and social enterprises - Charity consultants/freelancers
Ideal Project
- Regular operations, programme and project support for charities and CICs - Support for charity consultants - One-off impact and data projects
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Hannah Zora Strong

Hannah Zora Strong

  • PPC
  • Product Marketing

Google & LinkedIn Ads specialist helping brands with local customers to get more from their advertising. – 10 years PPC experience across Search, Display, Discovery/Demand Gen, Shopping/Pmax and LinkedIn ad formats – Supporting ecommerce and lead-gen clients who have local customers across B2B & B2C

Ideal Client
Agencies, B2B, B2C, ecommerce & lead-gen brands who require local targeting
Ideal Project
Google Ads, Microsoft Ads, Shopping Feed Optimisation, LinkedIn Ads Working with client budgets from £2-20k per month.
Contract type

Daily, Retainer, Project

Samantha Brimer

Samantha Brimer

  • Admin/Operations
  • Content & Copywriting
  • Email
  • Organic Social Media
  • PR/Comms
  • Project Management
  • Strategy & Planning

Freelance Marketing and Project Manager, specialising in arts, culture, heritage and not-for-profit sectors.

Ideal Client
A creative individual or organisation, that knows they need to communicate or market themselves, but either doesn't know where to start or doesn't have the time to dedicate to it. They are purpose-driven and passionate about their work.
Ideal Project
I love seeing something through from the beginning, so my ideal project would be working with a client to create an annual marketing strategy, and then continuing on a monthly retainer to help implement it.
Contract type

Daily, Retainer, Project

Lauren Archer Etherington

Lauren Archer Etherington

  • Business
  • Events
  • Leadership
  • Organic Social Media
  • PR/Comms

Delivering strategic Brand Marketing and PR services to independent Agencies in the UK, helping agency founders and their teams reach the scale of their ambitions and become businesses that people want to work for and with

Ideal Client
– UK-based independent Agencies delivering digital, development, creative, brand, comms, etc. – Current turnover circa £1m, aiming to reach £2m-£3m within the next few years. – Struggling to manage their own Marketing/Strategy/Comms as client work always takes priority. – Needs an experienced pair of hands to handle all aspects of their Agency's marketing and ensure consistent delivery to boost growth, improve profile and create a brand people want to work with and for.
Ideal Project
– Initial 6-month project, with Strategy covered in Month 1, followed by 5 months of delivery of the strategy/plan. If the client wishes to continue after this, they move to monthly rolling. – Monthly budget circa £1200-£2400 depending on the level of support required.
Contract type

Retainer

Lynton Wall Palmer

Lynton Wall Palmer

  • Brand & Product
  • Design
  • Product Marketing
  • Web Design & Development

I'm a multi-disciplinary creative living in Newcastle. I have 13 years’ experience working across brand, digital, and shopper marketing – for small brands, big brands, and everything in between.

Ideal Client
Brands, business, or agencies of any size
Ideal Project
Visual identities, brand toolkits, marketing campaigns and collateral, websites
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer

Carrie Brooks

Carrie Brooks

  • Content & Copywriting
  • Email
  • Organic Social Media
  • PR/Comms
  • Strategy & Planning

Passionate about helping charities communicate effectively, I offer 20 years experience in comms support, strategy and reviews, training and mentoring for impactful, budget-friendly results.

Ideal Client
Charity sector, needing help with comms on a limited budget.
Ideal Project
Comms support | Mentoring & Training | Strategy
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer, Project

James Anderson

James Anderson

  • Admin/Operations
  • Leadership
  • Policy
  • Project Management
  • Strategy & Planning

I am a seasoned professional with over 20 years’ experience in children’s services, specialising in safeguarding, complaints management, and policy development. My career has focused on improving social care systems for children and young people, with a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and amplifying lived experiences. As a children’s services consultant, I lead statutory complaint investigations and quality assurance processes for local authorities across England, addressing complex systemic challenges. I also serve as vice-chair of a regional adoption panel, supporting sound decision-making for adoptive families and advocating for positive outcomes for children. My qualifications include a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, advanced certificates in safeguarding, advocacy, and strategic leadership, and a Level 3 Diploma in Counselling. I also hold an Accredited Professional Psychotherapy Diploma, enriching my ability to support individuals and families with empathy and an understanding of emotional well-being. Currently, I am completing a CMI Level 7 Extended Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership Practice, equivalent to a master’s degree. These credentials, combined with my extensive experience, equip me to drive meaningful improvements in children’s services, ensuring that policies and practices reflect the needs and voices of children, young people, and their families.

Ideal Client
Local government and charity sector.
Ideal Project
Open to any collaboration opportunities
Contract type

Hourly, Daily

Tina Snowball

Tina Snowball

  • Brand & Product
  • Business
  • Content & Copywriting
  • Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Strategy & Planning

An award-winning senior marketing and communications strategist with more than 30 years' experience, I help organisations be clear about what their brand stands for, communicate their purpose and ambition, and help them differentiate and stand out through expert marketing.

Ideal Client
I support companies who wish to build their brand and manage their profile.
Ideal Project
My expertise is best used on projects which involve helping clients build
Contract type

Daily, Project

Scott Goodacre

Scott Goodacre

  • Web Design & Development
  • Other

Marketing consultant and trainer. I also build websites and help with strategy.

Ideal Client
Small businesses looking to grow.
Ideal Project
Building a business’s first website and coaching them in marketing.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer, Project

James Bingham

James Bingham

  • Film/TV Production
  • Photography
  • Video Production

Hi! I'm James, a freelance videographer, editor and motion designer. Let's talk!

Ideal Client
Brands, Sport, Corporate,
Ideal Project
Events, sports, outdoor, social m
Contract type

Daily, Retainer, Project

Jo Lamoureux

Jo Lamoureux

  • Design
  • Other

Jo Lamoureux is a sculptor specializing in handbuilt ceramic sculptures. She holds a BA in Glass and Ceramics and an MA in Fine Art from the University of Sunderland. Now a full-time artist and business owner.

Ideal Client
My ideal client is a small to mid-sized independent retailer, gallery, or interior design studio seeking unique, handcrafted ceramic lighting and decor.
Ideal Project
My ideal project is a commission for a boutique hotel, high-end retailer, or gallery seeking bespoke ceramic lighting and sculptural homewares.
Contract type

Project

Ellen Boyle

Ellen Boyle

  • Content & Copywriting
  • Design
  • SEO
  • Web Design & Development

Freelance copywriter, content strategist and web designer. Co-owner of Content By The Sea, a husband and wife team. Passionate about digital accessibility and inclusive communication. Autistic. Writer of a weekly newsletter about mental health for the chronically online.

Ideal Client
B2B organisations requiring content strategy to improve rankings and generate leads. Small businesses looking to invest in accessible, SEO-forward websites.
Ideal Project
Retainer content writing projects focusing on SEO, including but not limited to, long-form guides, whitepapers and case studies. Small and medium business and charity website design projects.
Contract type

Daily, Retainer, Project

Charlotte Cabrie

Charlotte Cabrie

  • Design

I’m an illustrator and designer who likes to make bold, playful visuals. I combine digital and traditional techniques to create work that’s both contemporary and timeless. My designs are inspired by 1970s aesthetics, vintage print processes, and organic patterns.

Ideal Client
Advertising, editorial, and publishing clients—big or small—who value storytelling, texture, and nostalgia in their visual identity.
Ideal Project
Editorial, publication, poster design, and branding are my strengths. I'm also excited about working on a series, whether it's a print pattern collection or an animation.
Contract type

Daily, Retainer, Project

Emily Cauchi

Emily Cauchi

  • Design
  • Organic Social Media
  • Paid Social Media
  • Web Design & Development

I’m Em, a Freelance Designer with experience in web design, branding, print, and social media. I also run PotatoeGraphics, my Etsy shop, where I design and sell stickers, coasters, and bookmarks. Whether for business or creativity, I love bringing ideas to life through design!

Ideal Client
Businesses of any size, from startups to large-scale companies. While I’ve worked with clients in maritime, sexual wellness, marketing, and music, no industry is off-limits—I thrive on adapting designs to fit any brand’s needs.
Ideal Project
My ideal project involves designing impactful social media assets, both static and animated. I also specialise in branding and web design, with a passion for building strong visual identities that support long-term brand growth.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer, Project

Becky Elton

Becky Elton

  • Admin/Operations
  • Business
  • Leadership
  • Policy
  • Project Management
  • Strategy & Planning

With over 25 years of experience in the voluntary sector, many of those in senior leadership at large homelessness charities, I have extensive experience in organisational development, service transformation, and multi-agency collaboration. I specialise in supporting organisations to enhance their impact, improve service quality, and secure sustainable funding. With expertise in systems thinking and change management, I help charities, local authorities, and social enterprises navigate complex challenges, strengthen governance, and drive meaningful growth. My approach is rooted in collaboration—whether facilitating strategic reviews, supporting leadership teams, or influencing policy and commissioning decisions.

Ideal Client
I help charities, local authorities, and social enterprises navigate complex challenges, strengthen governance, and drive meaningful growth.
Ideal Project
My approach is rooted in collaboration— facilitating strategic reviews, supporting leadership teams, influencing policy and commissioning decisions, helping with operational problems. Whatever you need, as a purpose driven organisation, to develop, improve and grow.
Contract type

Hourly, Daily, Retainer, Project