We are the collective design, a graphic design agency based in St Albans, Hertfordshire, with a diverse and geographically dispersed client base.
Designer, Matt Bigg founded the collective in 2001, with an appetite for talking directly with clients, and the drive to get to the crux of their challenges. Ditto the case today.
We are creative thinkers and problem-solvers, and whilst we are understandably passionate about design, we are just as enthused about project management and the delivery of communications. Day-to-day, we work with other talented creative professionals who share our mindset and therefore we are able to scale our business to the size and scope of the projects we face.
We listen to what our clients want and sometimes we challenge why they want it. We think creatively and communicate possible solutions and likely outcomes. We share our insight and knowledge, freely and honestly. We produce high quality, on-brief, creative work and a cost-effective, timely and reliable service.
Our Services
Branding
- Corporate Identity
- Logos
- Branding
- Consultancy
- Brand Guidelines & Delivery
Web & Digital
- Website Design & Development
- Mobile Responsive Design & Development
- Digital Advertising and Marketing
- HTML Email Design & Delivery
- Social Media Campaigns & Consultancy
- Hosting & Domain Name Management
- Stationery Design
- Literature & Brochure Design
- Print & Production Management
- Copy Writing & Proof Reading
- Exhibition Design
Miscellaneous
- Print Management
- Project Management
- Design & Communications Consultancy
- Marketing & PR
- Photography
- Video Production
The Team
Matt Bigg
Matt founded the collective in 2001, having previously worked in London web and advertising agencies. Driven by his enjoyment of working directly with clients, Matt also loves running the design team and takes pleasure in well-managed projects. He is particularly enthusiastic about working with start-ups and enjoys playing a part in their journey; developing what might start out as a basic idea and having fun seeing it grow.
Liam Ryan
Liam is a talented designer, with an eye for detail and strong digital design capability. Liam has an excellent approach to client service, responding quickly to client requirements and providing quality, creative work with high levels of accuracy. Liam is extremely level-headed and always manages to keep it calm when up against a tight deadline – a trait which is highly valued at the collective.
Josh Campbell
Josh is a creative designer and has been a key member of the collective family since he joined the business in 2013. Although he now does his own thing freelancing, Josh continues to provide creative support to the collective on a range of projects. As well as his creative talents, Josh also brings his sunny outlook into the studio and positive energy to every project he works on.
Debbie Bigg
Debbie has a background in design, advertising and marketing, working both client-side and in agencies. Debbie is a creative thinker and loves design, strongly believing in bright ideas which answer the brief. Debbie enjoys copy writing and concept work. Her keen eye for detail, which makes her a good proofreader, has also earned her the role of looking after the collective’s accounts.
Neil Evans
Neil has provided the collective with on-going web development support and exceptional technical knowledge of all things digital since the early days of the business. As well as being a coding and programming specialist, Neil helps the collective’s clients understand and resolve technical issues. Neil is also happy to help clients with their in-house website management training needs.
Mark Sims
Mark is an exceptional photographer, videographer and art director. Mark has worked with the collective for many years on shoots that have ranged from corporate profiles and parties, to country estates and interiors, through to capturing operations in warehouses and logistics on the road. Mark is skilled at putting people at ease in front of the lens and is suited to both creative and corporate environments, possessing excellent communication skills.
Chris Pike
Chris is the owner of HeyBurt, a social media company, and has worked alongside the collective since the two businesses shared office space some years ago. Chris’ aim is to take the hassle and stress out of running social media channels. Friendly, informative and a social media whizz, Chris helps drive engagement and growth across the platforms.