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Hub & Spoke – 2017 Summer Design Internship

Posted on 04/05/2017

Hub & Spoke, a St. Louis website design and creative agency, is currently accepting applications for our summer internship program. Our interns will gain a better understanding of both creative design and marketing strategy, while working with real-world projects and clients.

Our agile creative agency works with a broad array of clients, ranging from healthcare institutions and non-profits to online retailers and craft beer breweries.

At Hub & Spoke, we’re looking for interns who share our values and are ready to dive in, trial-by-fire style. Here’s a bit more about what we’re looking for:

The Perfect Candidate

Ideal candidate should display confidence & assertiveness; demonstrate an excitement and passion for the job and the industry; be a self-starter and a quick study.
Ability to articulate complex and specific thoughts and ideas.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and make effective decisions under the pressure of time and with sometimes limited information.
Interns will be given large amounts of creative freedom to explore design concepts and principles, with regularly scheduled meetings to review designs and the strategy that accompanies them.

The Details

Interns will begin in May and stay at least through through August 1, with the potential opportunity to stay during the fall semester.
Internship is based in St. Louis area, inside T-REX building downtown.
Internship may involve some mandatory travel to meet with clients.
Internship can be for college credit or not, your call. We do not currently have a partnership with any area universities.
Interns will be paid.

Interested in applying?
Send a design portfolio and your résumé to: jobs@hubandspokecreative.com

You may also include a cover letter stating your unique qualifications for this position.

Please note: this internship is based out of our St. Louis location. No phone calls please.

How To Choose The Right Creative Agency

Posted on 01/30/2017

Choosing the right creative agency for your company is not always easy, especially when some specialize in certain industries for greater impact.

The right agency can help you increase your marketing game by bringing in a team of experts with a fresh perspective who know how to skillfully execute projects and campaigns, from website designs that work on all devices to video production that boosts social engagement.

Here are a few tips to consider when choosing the right agency for your project. Continue Reading

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How Non-Profits Can Stand Out Online Through a Website Redesign

Posted on 10/07/2016

When a non-profit’s website fails to realize its potential, whether at gaining donations or advocacy for a cause, it’s time for a redesign.

So, how do you put your best foot forward? Let’s look at 5 keys to consider when redesigning a website. Continue Reading

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Why Shopify is a great platform for ecommerce websites

Posted on 12/08/2015

E-commerce is one of the best ways to launch your business dreams online; however, for many there is a veil of mystery surrounding the entire process.

The secret to a successful e-commerce business is all in your e-commerce platform.

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Why Do I Need Brand Standards?

Posted on 12/12/2014

A company’s brand is the main way a customer identifies them. A brand represents the company in several different aspects including online, in print and on their building.

When a customer recognizes branding they also recognize the company, what it stands for and whether or not it has a positive reputation. In fact, with a good design, a brand alone can be enough to pull in a potential customer and cause them to want to find out more about a company’s product or service.

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When does a company need a facelift?

Posted on 11/22/2013

Maybe your sales aren’t exactly sagging, but if your business has sort of plateaued, it might be time to consider injecting some new life into it. A newly rejuvenated company can increase it sales and expand its customer base while helping to maintain the customers it already has. What company wouldn’t benefit from this?

Unsure of whether or not your company could use a bit of a makeover? Here are some signs your business might be in need of a facelift.

Outdated branding

If your business has been around for a number of years, your brand might be outdated. Over the lifetime of your business, trends change and having a brand and logo that keeps with old times can make your company seem stagnate unattentive. A company needs to continue to evolve its brand over time so it can: set itself apart, appeal to new and emerging markets, and connect with its target audience.

Startups can also benefit from updated branding. In the early days of beginning your company, you may not have been able to fully develop your identity. Taking the time to establish what you want your business to be is critical in helping with your brand awareness. This is something that can spill over to a company logo, website and printed materials all with the goal of unifying your business’s message and overall image.

Changing products or services

It’s certainly not unheard of for a company to start out doing one thing but overtime evolve into something different. This is a natural progression. The problem is, your company’s image needs to also reflect these changes.

Take some time to evaluate what your business started out doing and how it has evolved to the present day. Make sure your image reflects new products or services, so you can better communicate what you represent to current and future customers. A good tip is to review your business plan once a year to make sure your business is heading in the right direction to match the goals of your five-year plan.

Stagnate marketing plan

If your marketing plan doesn’t ever change, it’s likely your business is in need of a facelift. Over the natural evolution of any company, goals, products and services can all change. This will affect who you market to and how. In order to make sure your business is working with an up-to-date marketing plan, ask yourself the following questions:

Who is my target audience?
Is social media part of my marketing strategy?
What areas do I want to focus on for spreading my message?
What is the time frame for my marketing plan?
What are the end goals for my plan? For example, how much will sales, profits and spending increase?

Over the life of any business, a facelift is inevitable. You can’t expect your company to maintain its customer base without acknowledging new trends and technologies– let alone attracting new clientele. Three big indicators that your company may need a facelift are: outdated branding, changing products or services, stagnate marketing plan

Change is inevitable. How you respond to it will determine the longevity of your company.