Stuart Smith collaborates with clients who bring people together.

After years in branding agencies, he became Creative Director at an international development charity. After being unexpectedly made redundant in 2012, he turned the setback into an opportunity by founding The Smithy Creative.

Using his experience in branding, strategy, fundraising, and design, Stuart has since helped numerous charities and organisations achieve their goals.

Here’s how…

The craft of collaboration

Stuart works closely with clients, fostering trust and long-term relationships.

As the hands-on strategist, creative director and designer of The Smithy Creative, he can also quickly assemble a tailored team of trusted professionals, such as designers, copywriters, and developers, to support projects.

This flexible, scalable model has proven both effective and cost-efficient in delivering excellent results for clients.

The craft of clarity

The core of a project often serves as the foundation for solutions. Identifying this core can involve various methods, from simple questions to workshops, research, and strategic analysis.

Understanding the audience and the organisation’s uniqueness is key to creating a solid foundation for creativity. Ultimately, the goal is to bring clarity out of complexity, ensuring everyone is aligned.

The craft of creativity

Once a clear foundation is established, we develop big ideas that unite people and bring brands to life. We create design and communication solutions that are beautiful, effective, and engaging, helping organisations stand out at every touchpoint.