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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.

Branding 101: It’s An Investment

Posted on 03/22/2017

Without question, your brand is one of the most prized possessions of your business. It’s the visual representation of your company that customers, staff, and others see. The secret to stimulating activity from your target market is to mold how your brand is seen. Ultimately, your company’s bottom line is supported by the reactions of customers to your brand.

As such, one of the soundest investments a business can make is branding, particularly if the organization isn’t growing to expectations, is trying to expand, or hoping to refresh its image.

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Our Web Design Difference Works for You

Posted on 03/01/2017

Everyone likes to claim they are different, but at Hub & Spoke, our differences aren’t simply about personality and pizzazz. We save you money, without compromising quality.

Web design and development is one of those necessary expenses that can make or break a business in today’s competitive marketplace. At Hub & Spoke, we don’t nickel and dime our clients for the things it takes to maintain a website, like many agencies do. Instead, we focus on building the relationship, ensuring we know your needs and can continue to improve your marketing and design. Continue Reading

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Why Website Builders Aren’t Always The Best Option

Posted on 02/24/2017

When it comes to website design, you might be asking yourself if you should go with a DIY website builder or a professional creative agency.

Site builders, like Wix or Squarespace, might be a less expensive way to go, but they are not always the best option. The key is to figure out what your goal is for your new website.

Who are you hoping to reach, and how do you want it to look? Using a website builder essentially means you are completely on your own. (There are companies who will build your site with website builder for you, but the added cost negates the sole advantage of using a builder in the first place.) If that thought is a bit overwhelming, perhaps you should hire a creative agency to take the weight off your shoulders, help guide you through the process, and bolster your results.

Time

Going with a St. Louis creative agency will save you quite a bit of time. With a website builder, you will have to learn how the system works and play around until you get the hang of it. Then, you’ll have to work on polishing the design by yourself.

An agency knows what they’re doing from the get-go. They will be able to work on your site for you, so you have the time to take care of the hundred other things on your plate.

Flexibility

Website builders are often limited in the features they offer. You are stuck with generic templates that thousands of other websites employ, and you can’t add much customization—in the design or the functionality.

On the other hand, a creative agency will have coding experts who can add almost any feature, and make sure it works the way you want. The website will be built to your custom specifications, and it will be unique to your company.

Quality

Finally, if you choose to build your website on your own, you’ll be relying on your own talents to guide you through the process. Now, there’s no doubt that you’re talented, but you are also brand new to the world of website design. It will be up to you to decide not just how your site will look, but the best way it should be organized for ease of use, and how best to drive engagement such as sales or donations.

A creative agency, on the other hand, is made of experts who have handled dozens of website projects before. They will work with you to make sure the website looks and functions optimally. They will take advantage of tools like Google analytics to hone your website so that it is just right for the user.

The choice is yours. If you think working with a creative agency might be the best path, contact Hub & Spoke today to talk about your options.