maclean
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. 12 people in their team
Speaks English
26 projects in their portfolio2 collaborations started on Sortlist
Works remotely across the globe
Sortlist member since 2024
Founded in 2007
1 award conferred4.96/5
Services
9 services offered by maclean
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 (14) Creative ConceptProposal DesignGraphic Design ServicesPromotional PosterPowerpoint Presentation DesignOnline Graphic DesignLogo Graphic Design2D DesignCanvas DesignCorporate Design+4Works in Graphic Design (26) Reviews in Graphic Design (2) Abbi Aitken-DrummondJax Eden-JamesClients in Graphic Design (26) Tesco BankBanking & FinancialsICASBanking & Financials | internationalDobbies Garden CentresRetailNetti StudiosMedia | national
Learn more about Graphic DesignDescription 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 (8) Marketing StrategyB2C MarketingMarketing ServicesCreative CommunicationMultichannel MarketingB2B MarketingLuxury MarketingDirect MarketingWorks in Marketing (19) Review in Marketing (1) Iara HoffertClients in Marketing (19) Edinburgh LeisureTravel & LeisureBrodiesLegal ServicesBrodiesLegal ServicesEdinburgh LeisureTravel & Leisure
Learn more about MarketingDescription 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 (9) Landing Page DesignWebsite DevelopmentWeb ContentSmall Business Web DesignFront End DevelopmentMicrositeWebsite DesignSquarespace DevelopmentElementorWorks in Website Creation (3) Review in Website Creation (1) Sarah McSharryClients in Website Creation (3) North Edinburgh ArtsArt & HandcraftNetti StudiosMedia | nationalNucleusBanking & Financials
Learn more about Website CreationDescription 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 (22) Corporate IdentityBrand GuidelinesLogo BrandingBranding Graphic DesignMessagingRebrandingOnline BrandingCorporate BrandingBrand DevelopmentBrand Identity+12Works in Branding & Positioning (6) Reviews in Branding & Positioning (2) Kate WimpressGemma TilleyClients in Branding & Positioning (6) Scotland ShopRetail | internationalBrodiesLegal ServicesNucleusBanking & FinancialsEdinburgh LeisureTravel & Leisure
Learn more about Branding & PositioningDescription 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 (1) Internal CommunicationWorks in Corporate Communication (5) Clients in Corporate Communication (5) ICASBanking & FinancialsICASBanking & FinancialsNucleusBanking & FinancialsNucleusBanking & Financials
Learn more about Corporate CommunicationDescription 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 (7) Content CurationContent DevelopmentMagazine DesignContent WritingSocial Content StrategyStorytellingWeb ContentWorks in Content Strategy (5) Clients in Content Strategy (5) Dobbies Garden CentresRetailDobbies Garden CentresRetail | nationalDobbies Garden CentresRetail | nationalDobbies Garden CentresRetail
Learn more about Content StrategyDescription 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 (11) Email CopywritingDigital CopywritingContent CurationEditorial WritingArticle WritingStoryboard WritingCopywriting AdvertisingCreative CopywritingContent WritingScript Writing+1Works in Copywriting (20) Clients in Copywriting (20) Dobbies Garden CentresRetailDobbies Garden CentresRetail | nationalDobbies Garden CentresRetail | nationalDobbies Garden CentresRetail
Learn more about CopywritingDescription 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) Vinyl PrintingPrint AdvertisingPrint DesignDigital PrintingLarge Format PrintingWorks in Print (19) Clients in Print (19) Scotland ShopRetail | internationalQuality Meat Scotland | QMSFoodSainsbury's BankBanking & FinancialsRoyal Bank of ScotlandBanking & Financials
Learn more about PrintDescription We bring ideas to life with motion design.
maclean specialises in Motion Graphics, creating eye-catching animations that make complex information accessible and engaging. Whether you're looking for eye-catching animations or want to enhance video content, our expert team of motion designers can help.
Our services include logo motion design, digital animation, 2D animation, and online animation.Skills in Motion Design (6) Computer AnimationOnline AnimationLogo Motion DesignMotion Graphics2D AnimationDigital AnimationWorks in Motion Design (7) Clients in Motion Design (7) BrodiesLegal ServicesRoyal Bank of ScotlandBanking & FinancialsTesco BankBanking & FinancialsEdinburgh LeisureTravel & Leisure
Learn more about Motion Design
Team
12 members in maclean'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 was awarded 1 time
The Drum Recommends Awards2019-5-1Direct Marketing - Under 40 staff
Reviews
7 reviews for maclean
4.96/5
(7 reviews)
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Abbi Aitken-DrummondExecutive Officer at Cricket Scotland
ServiceGraphic Design
SectorSports
Team11 - 50
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
Abbi Aitken-Drummond recommends this agency
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Jax Eden-JamesInternal Communications Manager at Scottish Forestry
ServiceGraphic Design
SectorGovernment & Administration
Team201 - 500
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.
Jax Eden-James recommends this agency
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Sarah McSharryHead of Marketing and Operations at JFG Communications
ServiceWebsite Creation
What was the objective behind your collaboration?A cutting-edge website that showcases our business as experts in our field.
What did you enjoy the most during your collaboration?Great agency to work with - great communication and ideas, and delivered the project on time and within budget.
Sarah McSharry recommends this agency
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