Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Brand Identity Solutions
Established in 1996, Bounce Design is a family-run design agency based in East Oxford. Our approach combines over 25 years of industry experience with a commitment to purpose-driven initiatives, specialising in crafting brands with clear messaging and strong values. We prioritise sustainability, inclusivity, and accessibility in all our projects, fostering lasting relationships with clients across diverse sectors. Our multidisciplinary team delivers holistic solutions, from brand identity creation to print and digital design, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints.With a client-centric philosophy, we focus on collaborative partnerships, treating every business as a workmate rather than a client. Our portfolio spans visual identity overhauls, editorial design, and brand strategy for organisations ranging from startups to established charities. Located in Oxford's vibrant creative quarter, we serve clients seeking meaningful, long-term brand development.
Services
Brand Identity
Visual Identity
Editorial Design
Graphic Design
Brand Strategy
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of brand design expertise
- Our team combines strategic thinking with creative excellence
- We prioritise sustainability and inclusivity in all projects
- We provide holistic brand solutions from concept to delivery
- Our collaborative approach builds lasting client partnerships
What people say
Absolute joy
Super easy to work with
Exceptionally creative
Respected guidelines
Quality content
Services
Brand Identity
Crafting cohesive brand identities that reflect core values and market positioning. Our process combines strategic research with creative execution to develop logos, typography, and visual systems. We ensure consistency across all touchpoints, from digital platforms to physical products, creating brands that resonate with target audiences while maintaining ethical standards.
Visual Identity
Developing comprehensive visual systems that communicate brand essence through imagery and layout. Our approach integrates colour theory, composition, and accessibility principles to create impactful visual narratives. We specialise in translating brand values into visual language that works seamlessly across print and digital mediums, ensuring recognisable brand presence in diverse contexts.
Editorial Design
Creating visually engaging content layouts for magazines, reports, and marketing materials. Our editorial design process balances aesthetic appeal with information hierarchy to enhance reader engagement. We focus on typographic precision and visual storytelling, producing publications that maintain brand consistency while delivering complex information effectively to target audiences.
Graphic Design
Providing comprehensive graphic design services for print and digital media. Our work spans from concept development to final production, covering packaging, advertising, and web assets. We combine technical expertise with creative vision to deliver designs that solve communication challenges while maintaining visual coherence across all brand applications.
Brand Strategy
Developing strategic frameworks that define brand positioning and market approach. Our methodology includes market analysis, competitor research, and audience profiling to create data-driven brand strategies. We focus on aligning business objectives with visual identity, ensuring long-term brand relevance and effectiveness in competitive marketplaces.
People
Tom Gair
Managing Director
With project management expertise since 2017, Tom leads Bounce Design's operations. He oversees project planning, client relations, and creative execution while maintaining hands-on involvement in web design and research. His strategic oversight ensures seamless project delivery across diverse client sectors.
Joe Humphries
Creative Director
Bringing 12 years' design experience, Joe specialises in brand identity development. He leads client workshops and strategic design sessions, translating business goals into visual solutions. His expertise spans print and digital media, ensuring cohesive brand implementation across multiple platforms and applications.
Sean Humphries
Founder & Director
Establishing Bounce Design in 1996, Sean provides creative direction with 40+ years' industry experience. Known for meticulous attention to detail, he oversees project quality and strategic vision. His expertise covers traditional design principles and modern brand development methodologies.
Matt Hart
Designer
Joining Bounce Design in 2023, Matt contributes agency experience from Imperial College London collaborations. He specialises in brand implementation across digital and print formats, combining technical precision with creative innovation. His background includes complex design systems for academic and commercial clients.
Alice Warriner
Junior Designer
Graduating in 2024, Alice brings fresh perspective to brand development. She excels in moodboarding and concept generation, contributing to early-stage project development. Her work combines contemporary design trends with established brand principles to create innovative visual solutions.
Questions
What services does Bounce offer?
We specialise in brand identity, visual design, editorial design, and brand strategy for diverse organisations.
How does Bounce approach client collaborations?
We work as collaborative partners, prioritising transparency and treating clients as workmates rather than business contacts.
What industries do you work with?
We work across sectors including education, charity, food & beverage, technology, and arts organisations.
How long has Bounce been operating?
We've been creating impactful designs since our founding in 1996 by Sean Humphries.
What makes Bounce different?
Our family-run ethos combines 25+ years' experience with ethical values and comprehensive brand solutions.
Where is Bounce based?
We operate from our East Oxford studio, serving clients locally and nationally.
