Carterton
With over three decades of experience, graphic design and print design have been both my profession and passion. My journey began as a studio junior and illustrator at a local print company, where I honed my skills. Progressing from there, I established and managed my own graphic design agency before transitioning to freelance work.
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35 customer reviews
Derek Mitchell
Very friendly operatives. Also reasonably priced
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Keith Baughan
Great for car aircon re gas. Very quick, very reasonable prices.
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Simon Jones
Great service, staff are happy to explain the work being carried out and what to look out for, reasonably priced.
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Daniel Kabogoza
Fixed my A/C which had been down for 3 years. Fair service and good doing business with them.
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Elizabeth Mcgrath
Very helpful.
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Ritchie Langley
Great service, saved me a lot of money. Fast, friendly and efficient.
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Stuart Adams
Prompt and good service told me the truth and checked out the system before regasing.
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Richard Crothers
Job well done
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Andrew Hammond
Great service very helpful staff all at a very reasonable price. I took some cards and have given them out already !!!
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Sudhakar Purushothaman
Service was perfect
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Katherine Willoughby
Really pleased. Popped down at short notice and had air con checked and regassed in 45 minutes. Very pleasant and helpful staff.
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Andrei Andrici
Very kind staff, got my aircon fixed
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Melvyn Tweed
Excellent service.
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Carl dunn
I had a battery problem they replaced it really quickly and at a reasonable price.
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Peter Parker
Fast, honest and friendly service at a very competitive price. I would recommend in a heartbeat.
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Lynton Gardiner
Simon and his team do a first class job, I had a starter motor issue so I went to sac , quickly diagnosed and quoted a price , (best price in cov ) picked up car next day no issues, highly recommend SAC.
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chris nawrocki
Got a fast diagnosis of an issue on my Rav4... with an estimated price for repair. The actual repair was done efficiently. .. and the price dropped as it wasn't as tricky as first thought. Very honest business... excellent work. Highly recommended. More...
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Denise
Web Design
Very easy and effective. Good value
Magnet Adverts
Very helpful staff took his time to explain something I didn't understand
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Barry Ward
A comprehensive and very professional service. Cameron was also most patient in the face of my persistent requests for minor adjustments. The end result was just what was required; a top quality web site. More...
Mr Tajinder Gill
When other people comment on how great your website looks, you just know you’re on to a winner! Cam totally exceeded my expectations with the design and build of my website.
The site he’s built for me is a ‘clean’ looking site, and fully responsive across all devices.
Yes a few tweaks were needed here and there, but that’s normal, and nothing was too much trouble. He communicated everything along the way so I was always kept in the loop with the progress of the site. He also designed my business card which required no revisions whatsoever. When someone is this good, you just know how in tune they are with the times, and how much confidence they have in their creative styles. I highly recommend working with Cam.
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Nishanth C Mohan
Did a very good job on my defunct ac. Explained me all about it. Very good service. Deserve a 5 star. Why 4 star- because I had to wait some time to get mine serviced.
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AlanR-252
Went in for advice on a classic car alternator and Simon was superb.He could have said that the alternator needed a refurb, but he inspected it in front of me and said it was fine - rare honestly these days.
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kM Kelin
Very happy, good service. I had been to two other garages who had failed to resolve the issue with my air con in a Citroen Picasso. New condenser and all fine now and reasonable price. Would recommend. More...
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Jeff Walsh
As expected in this weather they were very busy. That said they dealt with my car with courtesy and efficiency. Couldn't ask for or expect any better service; thank you very much, keep up the great service. I will definitely recommend you to friends and family, and of course I will be back. More...
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Jerry Werrett
Cam is a true professional in his field. Cam is the one and only design facility I have worked with where the brief is manifested pretty well spot on, first time around.
Whether its print or online creative solutions, I can’t speak highly enough of the standard of work and the service we continue to receive from Cam.
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Tracey Putt
Having worked with cam for over 6 years, I found him to be easy to work with, highly competent, quick witted, creative and one of the most hard working people I have ever worked with. He never missed a deadline regardless of how many early mornings and late nights that required. Above all he is a fast worker thereby offering excellent value. More...
Andy Trevaskis
We have been working with Cam since 2011 on varying projects ranging from Concept Design through to the most complicated and technically challenging Customisation solutions. Nothing phases him and the serenity and professionalism he brings to each new project has been nothing short of legendary. More...
Jaine Mcghee - Director - The Tanning Room
Cameron held our hand through the whole branding process when we were starting our new business. His design ideas were spot on and he even helped out with the shop layouts. From designing the shop graphics to the design and printing of all of our marketing materials he is our 'go to guy' and will continue to be so. More...
Gajendra Manohara
Excellent and efficient service. Would highly recommend this business. Steve was extremely polite, knowledgeable and professional.
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David O'Neill
Fast diagnosis of my car aircon and away quickly at a good price!
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Martin Cowan
Hottest day of the year and my aircon breaks down. Dropped in on the off-chance. The guys checked and confirmed leak but asked for no payment as car still under warranty. Helpful and honest. What more could you ask for? More...
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CRAIG TAYLOR
Fast and friendly service at competitive prices
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Mike Connell
After Amazon let us down on delivering a new alternator for our 1969 Renault Estafette, I whipped off our original alternator and took it to SAC with our tale of woe, and requiring a working vehicle by the next day.
By luck, Simon was on the front desk and simply couldn’t have been more helpful during our predicament. Whilst also managing my expectations, I walked out confident that if it could be rectified, it would be and that’s all I could ask. True to his word, Simon rang me within an hour and explained the fault he’d discovered and would attempt to fix. Again, Simon rang within the time he said he would and informed me the alternator was ready for collection and the price was extremely reasonable!
It was brilliant to be able to walk into somewhere who took ownership of an issue and exuded confidence in their ability, even on a 50 year old vehicle! I was contacted when I was told I would be contacted, and treated brilliantly in every aspect.
SAC should be rightly proud of the service they gave me.
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T26
Very competent,very honest,highly recommended.
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What makes a great website?
Usability, Functionality and Content are king.
USABILITY:
If your customers 'can't' use your website they 'won't use your website. The navigation needs to be simple, intuitive and accessible.
FUNCTIONALITY:
Your website needs to be built on a robust hosting platform which is fast and secure. It should take advantage of the latest technologies and be accessible across as many devices as possible.
CONTENT:
Above all the content must be relevant for your target market and information can be found easily and quickly.
What questions might you ask a client when starting a new project?
The questions do change depending on the type of project but some I may ask are:
1/ Who are your target market, demographic or age range?
2/ Who are your competitors within the above?
3/ Have you got any design ideas in mind?
I have a simple questionnaires for both web site production and brand development that will help answer most questions.
Describe your creative process.
After the first introduction, I would then have a detailed conversation to ascertain the scope of the project and the specific details of what is required. If a defined objective can be shown at this stage, a fixed cost for the project can then be given. If though there are still specific details of the project to be identified a ballpark cost can be given. Once these costs are then agreed, if it is a web site project, an outline project specification will be written for sign off, or if it is a graphic design project, design visuals would then be submitted.
What information do you need from a client before you can start work?
I will always need an overview of the project and brief description of how the customer will use the final result. If it is a website; to sell, to distribute information, to attract new business, or if it is a brand/logo where is it going to appear; print, digital, shop front, embroidery etc.
What do you love most about your job?
I always get great satisfaction from producing a design, logo, brand or website that my clients really love.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I have always had a genuine passion for all things design related and it was always inevitable that I was going to end up in the business of design in some aspect.
Why should our clients choose you?
Some designers just 'talk the talk' while I can 'walk the walk'. I have a no-nonsense approach to all aspects of design that deliver (and more often overdeliver) on my clients expectations. I won't blind you with baffle or wind you up with waffle but I will give you a design that delivers.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
In today's digital age, providing graphic design services remotely has become not only feasible but also highly advantageous. Leveraging cutting-edge communication technologies and collaborative platforms, I can seamlessly connect with clients from any corner of the globe. Remote work offers flexibility and convenience, allowing for efficient project management and timely delivery of creative solutions. Whether it's crafting captivating logos, designing eye-catching marketing materials, or conceptualizing sleek user interfaces, distance poses no barrier to my ability to deliver top-notch graphic design services. By harnessing the power of remote collaboration, I ensure that clients receive personalized attention and tailored designs that perfectly encapsulate their vision and brand identity.
Design for Print
Delivering high quality & cost effective print solutions
For more than three decades, design for print has been the cornerstone of my professional journey. Commencing as a studio junior within a small print company, I transitioned to establishing and operating my own agency before embarking on a freelance career. Throughout these experiences, I have cultivated a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in pre-press print production, encompassing both lithographic and digital processes.
I oversee print production by engaging with a diverse range of reputable companies renowned for consistently delivering superior quality print materials within stringent timeframes and at optimal value propositions for my clients.
Web Site Design
For more than 15 years, I have specialised in developing web solutions that offer innovative, reliable, and adaptable online systems. I firmly believe that technology, when combined with exceptional web design and creative online marketing strategies, alongside the pursuit of commercial objectives, lays the foundation for the creation of successful and pioneering websites.
WordPress serves as the primary platform for 99% of my web development projects. With nearly 20,000,000 sites worldwide utilising this software, it stands as one of the most robust platforms available today. Its versatility and rapid deployment capabilities enable the timely completion of internet projects, even within tight timeframes.
In addition to WordPress, I collaborate closely with a network of skilled programmers based both in the UK and overseas, ensuring that any bespoke development requirements beyond the scope of the WordPress platform are expertly addressed.
Whether you require the development of expansive corporate websites, robust e-commerce solutions, or simple web presences, please do not hesitate to get in touch to discuss your needs further.
Email Marketing
Email marketing stands as a highly effective and cost-efficient tool for swift dissemination of sales messages and consumer information.
The utilization of HTML Emails has notably enhanced the efficacy of this electronic medium, rendering information more conspicuous, easier to comprehend, and visually appealing. Leveraging email marketing, I specialize in crafting and formatting your marketing emails to ensure they stand out amidst the abundance of digital clutter and capture attention.
Highlighted below are merely a selection of the thousands of email campaigns I have successfully executed.
Whether you require a single promotional email or a comprehensive marketing campaign, I invite you to contact me to discuss your needs further.
Catalogue Production
With extensive expertise in the catalogue industry spanning over two decades, I have collaborated on a myriad of projects. These encompass a diverse range of sectors, including Gift, Garden Furniture, Travel, and Homeware.
Throughout my involvement in these publications, I have assumed full responsibility for managing the entire production process, from initial layout and artwork to coordinating photography sessions and delivering print-ready PDF files.
Whether your catalogue project entails a concise four-page publication or an expansive one exceeding a hundred pages, I invite you to reach out to discuss your requirements further.
Photoshop Services
Adobe Photoshop has firmly established itself as an indispensable asset within the toolkit of every designer. From meticulous photo retouching and precise image clipping and masking to intricate photo montages and sophisticated special effects, possessing a thorough command of this remarkable software is essential for professionals in the field.