BEST Creative, that's me…
Darren Best, a freelance graphic designer specialising in visual identities and WordPress websites.
About me
I have worked in various agencies and in-house roles during my career, giving me invaluable experience and an in depth insight into what a business needs in order to market themselves properly.
I am a no nonsense type of guy that won’t baffle you with industry jargon or try to sell you an unrealistic dream. I will get to know you and your business and come up with a plan so that you can fulfil your dreams and take your business to the next level.
On a personal note, I am a big Leeds United fan (don’t hold that against me). You will often see me pulling my hair out at Elland Road. I also enjoy a game of golf now and again. Above all I am a family man which comprises of my beautiful wife, two amazing sons and an idiot of a Husky called Saskia (we didn’t chose the name she was a rescue).
My experience
Puddle Agency
(Senior Designer/UI/UX Designer)
Northern Building Plastics
(In-house Senior Designer)
Andrew Page/Euro Car Parts
(In-house Senior Designer)
Central Advertising & Marketing (Designer/Web Designer)
ICM Creative
(Junior/Midweight Designer)
CMS Advertising (Junior Designer)
I studied Graphic Design at Leeds College of Art & Design where I gained a Distinction which then led to me pursuing a degree at the University of Teesside. My first real life role was creating pizza and takeaway menus which was a real eye opener. Thankfully I progressed from there and on to the roles stated above where I gained invaluable experience.
What do you need?
A Visual Identity?
Do you have a brilliant idea but no vision for what it should look like to your customers?
A strong visual identity helps to create brand recognition, differentiate your brand from its competitors, and establish a cohesive and memorable brand image.
A visual identity is the visual representation of your brand or business. This can include your logo, colour palettes, typography, imagery, and any other visual elements that are consistently used across various platforms and materials.
A Brand Update?
A brand update may be necessary to keep your business fresh, relevant, and competitive in a constantly evolving market. It could help attract new customers, retain existing ones, and effectively communicate your business’s values and offerings.
Over time, your brand’s identity and messaging may become outdated or no longer resonate with your target audience and a brand update can help modernise your brand and make it more relevant.
A New Website?
Is your website none responsive? Is it built using out dated technology? Have you designed it yourself using a drag and drop like Wix and it hasnt quite worked out like you planned?
Your website is the shop window to your business. By updating your website, you can ensure that it is user-friendly, easy to navigate, and visually appealing, which can lead to increased engagement and conversions. With the increasing use of smartphones and tablets, it is also essential for your website to be mobile-responsive.
Do you have a project you need help with?
Get in touch today and we can start making something special.
