Mark Haslam - About Me

You're in Good Hands

With more than 25 years’ professional experience, I’ve helped brands tell their stories and strengthen their digital presence — not just as a creative, but as a business owner myself.

I’ve called Stanley Village home for over a decade, working from my home office with the occasional “assistance” from my dog Rosie and cat Coco.

Married and a proud dad, I bring the same grounded, friendly energy into every project I take on.

Experience

Over the years, I’ve launched multiple ventures and entrepreneurial capers, each one teaching me something new about branding, resilience, and connecting with real people.

I’ve worked with major brands like Coca-Cola, Britvic, East Midlands Airport, Swarfega, Derby City Council, and the RSPCA, and collaborated with personalities including Nigel Clough, Ewan Thomas, Mackenzie Crook, Richard Farleigh, and Isla Fisher.

I know what it’s like to build something from the ground up, to wear all the hats, and to find smart, impactful ways to stand out.

You won’t be passed around. You’ll work directly with me, and I’ll get to know your business like it’s my own.

Helping You Show Up Smarter, Louder & Brighter

✅ Brand Identity

It’s not just about how things look — it’s how they sound and feel too. I make sure your brand’s values and personality come through in every word and visual.

✅ Scroll-Stopping Social

Strategy, planning, and scroll-stopping content to help you show up consistently and connect with your audience.

✅ Websites That Just Work

I design and maintain clean, mobile-friendly websites that look great, load fast, and are easy for you to update — built to impress and built to last.

✅ Email That Builds Loyalty

I create emails people want to open — helping you stay top of mind, build loyalty, and turn new customers into regulars.

✅ Smarter Customer Data

I help you make sense of your customer database — segmenting your audience and sending the right message to the right people at the right time.

✅ Print Advertising That Lands

From menus and posters to flyers and banners, I create bold, on-brand print that grabs attention and delivers your message clearly — wherever it lands.

✅ Your Shop, Online and On Point

From build to maintenance, I create slick, user-friendly online stores that keep your customers browsing, buying, and coming back.

✅ Analytics That Make Sense

I cut through the noise with clear, simple reports — so you know what’s working, what’s not, and where to focus next.

Your Brand Proposition, Nailed

A strong brand proposition is more than a tagline — it’s the heartbeat of your business. It defines what you offer, why it matters, and how you're different. I work with you to shape a clear, compelling proposition that reflects your values, resonates with your audience, and ties everything — from messaging to design — together.

When your brand knows what it stands for, everything else starts to click.

Design That Works

Your brand is how people remember you — so let’s make it unforgettable.
I shape the look, feel, and voice of your business to connect with your audience, build trust, and stand out.

From social posts and adverts to full brand guidelines, I use Adobe Creative Suite, Dotdigital, and the right platforms to create visuals that not only reflect your brand — they get it noticed.

Core Skills & Experience

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, Express)

Social Media Strategy & Campaign Planning

Social Media Content Design (Static, Animated & Video)

Website Design & Build (Responsive, User-Friendly)

Email Marketing (Design, Build & Automation)

Understanding and experience using AI tools

CRM System Management (Segmentation, Campaign Integration)

Print Design (High-Resolution Output, Technical Production)

E-commerce Platforms & CMS (Shopify, WordPress, etc.)

Online Store Maintenance & Updates

Data Analysis & Performance Reporting

Client & Stakeholder Management

Business Ownership & Team Leadership

Gold Stars & Good Stuff

PRCA Dare Award: Best Use of Social and Digital - Winner
Derbyshire Young Business of the Year Award - Winner
DotMailer: Best email campaign - Finalist
D&D: Gamification projects - Shortlist
Greene King: Team of the Year - Winner
Greene King: Bright Spark Award - Winner
Greene King: Support and Collaboration Award - Winner
Greene King Digital: Team Member of the Year - Winner