Maclean Creative

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Simply effective

BRAND | CREATIVE | DIGITAL We’re simply effective. Founded in 2007, we’re an independent creative marketing agency based in Edinburgh. From building brands to rebuilding websites, creating campaigns to curating content, we’ve worked with big and small clients from a wide range of sectors. As a trusted agency partner of public, private, and 3rd sector organisations throughout the UK, we consistently deliver projects on time and within budget. We’re full of ideas, not ourselves. With our strategic approach, creative problem-solving, and pragmatic way of working, we’ll help you achieve your marketing goals in a way that’s simply effective. Get in touch to learn more about our work; let’s chat.

9 people in their team

Speaks English

31 projects in their portfolio

2 collaborations started on Sortlist

Works remotely across the globe

Sortlist member since 2023

Founded in 2007

1 award conferred

4.97/5

(8 reviews)

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Services

17 services offered by Maclean Creative

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Description

We help clients do more with marketing. Marketing can be overwhelming; that’s why we’ll work closely with you to deeply understand your audience and your needs and plan and deliver campaigns that will drive results. Our services include; marketing strategy, multichannel marketing, direct marketing, B2B marketing, consumer marketing, creative communication, and marketing for charities.

Skills in Marketing (13)

B2B Marketing

Consumer Marketing

Creative Communication

Direct Marketing

Marketing Strategy

Cross Platform Marketing

Recruitment Marketing

Retail Marketing

Luxury Marketing

Marketing Services

Works in Marketing (29)

Government agency display boards - Marketing

Sustainability route map document - Marketing

Review in Marketing (1)

Iara Hoffert

Client in Marketing (1)

Scottish ForestryGovernment & Administration | national

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Description

We work with clients to create brands that have impact and meaning. From defining your brand’s tone of voice and visual style to creating assets and planning how best to resonate with your audience, we’ll work closely with you to make your brand perform. Our services include; brand development, brand strategy, visual identity, rebranding, brand design, brand guideline development and delivery, brand storytelling, and messaging.

Skills in Branding & Positioning (28)

Brand Design

Brand Identity

Brand Naming

Corporate Identity

Employer Branding

Corporate Identity Design

Rebranding

Corporate Branding

Visual Identity

Brand Storytelling

Works in Branding & Positioning (29)

Residential business digital marketing - Branding & Positioning

Government agency display boards - Branding & Positioning

Sustainability route map document - Branding & Positioning

Forestry learner materials - Branding & Positioning

Reviews in Branding & Positioning (3)

Kate Wimpress

Vinay Mistry

Gemma Tilley

Clients in Branding & Positioning (2)

SavillsReal Estate | national

Scottish ForestryGovernment & Administration | national

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Description

We develop social media creative and strategy that helps brands connect with and engage their audience. From concept through to delivery, we create content that feels considered and consistent, whether it’s part of a wider campaign or ongoing activity. We understand the nuances of different platforms and design work that fits naturally within them, without losing clarity or impact. Our services include; social media audit, campaigns, design, management, growth, planning, content, analytics and monitoring.

Skills in Social Media (8)

SM Analytics

Social Media Strategy

Social Media Management

Social Media Marketing

Social Media Planning

Social Media Content

Social Media Monitoring

Social Media Services

Works in Social Media (10)

Residential business digital marketing - Social Media

Social media recruitment campaign - Social Media

Clients in Social Media (3)

SavillsReal Estate | national

ICASBanking & Financials | international

BrodiesLegal Services | national

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Description

We help your organisation grow by making your marketing clearer and more effective. By looking at the full picture, from brand and messaging through to campaigns, content strategy and creation and digital activity, we identify where things can work better and develop practical ways to improve performance over time. Our services include; lead generation, lead nurturing, conversion rate optimisation, B2B lead generation and lead outreach.

Skills in Growth Marketing (12)

B2B Lead Generation

Customer Acquisition

Lead Acquisition

Lead Generation

Lead Management

Conversion Rate Optimization

Growth Hacking

Inbound Lead Generation

Lead Nurturing

Lead Outreach

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Description

We offer graphic design services routed in creativity and innovation. From branding to in-person displays, our experienced team of cross-discipline designers will work with you to create engaging visuals. Our services include; logo design, digital design, print design, graphic design, illustration, concept development, design research, design for accessibility, and presentation design.

Skills in Graphic Design (17)

2D Design

Canvas Design

Illustration

Creative Graphic Design

Mockup Design

Logo Design

Print Design

Corporate Design

Logo Graphic Design

Concept Development

Works in Graphic Design (31)

Residential business digital marketing - Graphic Design

Government agency display boards - Graphic Design

Sustainability route map document - Graphic Design

Forestry learner materials - Graphic Design

Reviews in Graphic Design (2)

Abbi Aitken-Drummond

Jax Eden-James

Clients in Graphic Design (2)

SavillsReal Estate | national

Scottish ForestryGovernment & Administration | national

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Description

We create websites that perfectly balance look & feel with functionality. From an initial audit and project scoping through to design, build, and testing, we’ll work with you to deliver websites that surpass expectations. Our services include; sitemap creation, UX and wireframing, design/UI, CMS and platform management, content strategy development, SEO auditing and copywriting, user testing, and ongoing support.

Skills in Website Creation (10)

Front End Development

Landing Page Design

Small Business Web Design

Website Development

Web Content

Microsite

Website Design

Squarespace Development

Elementor

Web Design

Works in Website Creation (3)

Internal communications culture campaign - Website Creation

Community arts charity rebrand - Website Creation

Reviews in Website Creation (2)

Charlie Crawford

Sarah McSharry

Clients in Website Creation (3)

Netti StudiosMedia | national

NucleusBanking & Financials | national

North Edinburgh ArtsArt & Handcraft | local

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Description

We help clients communicate more effectively. Whether you have a team of five or 5000, we have the creativity, skills, and experience needed to get your message across. Our services include; internal communications strategy development, stakeholder communications, corporate messaging, and internal communications materials.

Skills in Corporate Communication (2)

Corporate Publishing

Internal Communication

Works in Corporate Communication (9)

Government agency display boards - Corporate Communication

Sustainability route map document - Corporate Communication

Forestry learner materials - Corporate Communication

Gender pay gap report - Corporate Communication

Clients in Corporate Communication (2)

Scottish ForestryGovernment & Administration | national

ICASBanking & Financials | international

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Description

We believe content is king. That’s why we work with you to create a content strategy shaped to suit your unique needs. Our services include; content development, content curation, social media content strategy development, magazine design, web content development, and brand storytelling.

Skills in Content Strategy (8)

Content Curation

Content Development

Magazine Design

Storytelling

Social Content Strategy

Blogging Strategy

Content Development

Web Content

Works in Content Strategy (5)

'Little Seedlings' children's workshops - Content Strategy

Promotional direct mail - Content Strategy

Client in Content Strategy (1)

Dobbies Garden CentresRetail | national

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Description

We understand the power of good copy. We’ll work with you to create copy that communicates, copy that’s compelling, and copy that converts. Our services include; content writing, script writing, email copy, web copy, editorial content creation and curation, advertising copywriting, and storyboard writing.

Skills in Copywriting (14)

Article Writing

Content Curation

Content Development

Creative Copywriting

Digital Copywriting

Editorial Writing

Email Copywriting

Content Marketing

Script Writing

Storyboard Writing

Works in Copywriting (23)

'Little Seedlings' children's workshops - Copywriting

Clients in Copywriting (2)

Dobbies Garden CentresRetail | national

Netti StudiosMedia | national

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Description

We create eye-catching and engaging print materials. From billboards to business cards, we’ll work with you to design and deliver items that share your message and captivate your audience. Our services include print advertising, print design, digital printing, large-scale printing, event printing and installation, vinyl printing, and promotional item printing.

Skills in Print (5)

Print Advertising

Digital Printing

Print Design

Vinyl Printing

Large Format Printing

Works in Print (22)

Government agency display boards - Print

Sustainability route map document - Print

Clients in Print (2)

Scottish ForestryGovernment & Administration | national

Dobbies Garden CentresRetail | national

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Team

9 members in Maclean Creative's team

Storymaclean was founded in 2007 with a simple vision: create outstanding work for clients that’s simply effective. Based in Edinburgh, our expert team is made up of designers, copywriters, and project managers who work collaboratively with our clients to create work that meets their goals and exceeds expectations.

Awards

Maclean Creative was awarded 1 time

The Drum Recommends Awards2019-05-01Direct Marketing - Under 40 staff

Reviews

8 reviews for Maclean Creative

4.97/5

(8 reviews)

Review summary

AI Generated

Excellent communication and collaboration
Flexible and responsive to client needs
Creative problem-solving and alternative solutions
Consistently high-quality deliverables
Ability to meet tight deadlines

Outstanding Communication

Clients consistently praise the agency's clear, proactive communication and collaborative approach, which ensures projects run smoothly and efficiently from start to finish.

Flexible and Reliable

The agency is recognized for its flexibility, responsiveness, and ability to accommodate tight timelines, making them a dependable partner for diverse project needs.

Creative Solutions

Clients value the team's creative problem-solving skills, offering alternative ideas and solutions that enhance project outcomes and address unexpected challenges effectively.

Charlie CrawfordFounder and Director at Oculus Media Ltd

Service: Website Creation
Sector: Marketing & Advertising
Team: 1 - 10

Charlie Crawford recommends this agency

What was the objective behind your collaboration?

I was looking for a brand identity and website to support my fledgling business.

What did you enjoy the most during your collaboration?

They listened extremely well and captured the essence of what I was looking for almost immediately. They weren't precious with their ideas and took onboard feedback in a very easy, collaborative manner. Very nice people too, which is often underrated!

Are there any areas for improvements?

None that I can think of. The whole process was a pleasure.

5/5

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Abbi Aitken-DrummondExecutive Officer at Cricket Scotland

Service: Graphic Design
Sector: Sports
Team: 11 - 50

Abbi Aitken-Drummond recommends this agency

What was the objective behind your collaboration?

The agency helped to bring to life our 4 year organisational strategy by creating an eye-catching and on brand design document

What did you enjoy the most during your collaboration?

The agency were great at taking on board the feedback provided and make alternative suggestions until we were satisfied. Their communication was brilliant throughout which made the project very efficient

5/5

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Jax Eden-JamesInternal Communications Manager at Scottish Forestry

Service: Graphic Design
Sector: Government & Administration
Team: 201 - 500

Jax Eden-James recommends this agency

What was the objective behind your collaboration?

To deliver a number of impactful, engaging and informative display boards for an all-staff event.

What did you enjoy the most during your collaboration?

From the initial proposal, Maclean showed an understanding and appreciation of who we are and what we were aiming to achieve. The team are great to work with - accessible, flexible, and accommodating of tight timescales. They’re also unflappable when presented with curve balls, coming up with alternative ideas and creative solutions.

5/5

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https://macleancreative.co.uk

Headquarter2nd floor, 2 Melville St, Edinburgh EH3 7NS, UK