About
Founded in 2019, CC Design was created to do things differently.
I work one-to-one with ambitious businesses from my independent brand and design studio in North East England, offering strategic creativity without the red tape, endless handovers, or complicated agency processes. Just honest collaboration, clear communication, and thoughtful design that puts your business first.
Small studio energy. Big agency quality.
Hi, I'm Carrie
I'm a graphic designer and brand specialist with over 15 years of industry experience—although I'm not quite sure how that happened! My career has taken me through agency life, in-house creative teams, and, since 2019, running my own design business. Each chapter has shaped the way I work and given me the opportunity to collaborate with a wide variety of businesses, industries, and brilliant people.
I studied Graphic Design at university, graduating with a BA (Hons) Degree after completing a National Diploma. Over the years, I've developed a broad skill set across branding, digital design, print, packaging, websites, and social media.
Starting my own business in 2019 was one of the best decisions I've made. Like most small business owners, I've experienced the highs, the lows, and everything in between. It's taught me resilience, adaptability, and the importance of building genuine relationships with the people I work with.
One of the biggest reasons I chose to work for myself was the flexibility it gives me around family life. Being able to balance a career I genuinely love with the everyday moments that matter most has been invaluable. It isn't always easy, but having that freedom is something I never take for granted.
Services
Brand Packages
I've packaged my core brand design services into a small collection of carefully considered offerings, designed to support businesses at every stage of their journey—from ambitious start-ups finding their feet to established brands ready to evolve. Each service has been shaped around the challenges businesses typically face, making it easier to find the right level of support. Download my Services Guide to explore the packages, process, and pricing in more detail.
Custom Projects
Need something a little different? I also work as a design partner on a project basis. If your brand is already established but you'd like to refresh existing communications, create new marketing assets, or develop something from scratch, I can tailor a bespoke proposal to suit your needs. Whether it's a one-off project or ongoing creative support.
Process
I like to keep things simple. When you work with CC Design, you'll work directly with me from start to finish—no account managers, lengthy onboarding, endless paperwork, or weeks of waiting for a meeting. Just a straightforward, collaborative process focused on getting to know your business and creating a brand you're excited about.
The first stage is the most important: getting to the heart of your business. We'll dig into your story, your vision, your audience, what's working well, what's holding you back, and where the biggest opportunities lie. It's about understanding the foundations before we start creating.
Then comes the fun part—the design stage. This is where strategy turns into creativity. I'll develop your concepts, and together we'll review, refine, and shape the work through a series of feedback rounds until it feels just right.
Finally, it's time for brand activation. Whether that's launching your new identity, rolling it out across your website, social media, packaging, print, or signage, we'll bring your brand to life and send it out into the world—ready to flourish.
“Carrie took our early ideas and elevated them into a brand that genuinely captures the personality of the venue. The identity feels playful and energetic but still premium, which was exactly the balance we were hoping for. Throughout the project she was collaborative, thoughtful, and very attentive to the details that make a brand feel cohesive. We’re really excited to see the brand come to life as we approach launch, and we’re confident it will play a huge part in creating the atmosphere and experience we want guests to enjoy.”
Hospitality / Leisure & Entertainment - Founding Partner
“We have huge ambitions for our business and our brand was holding us back. Far exceeding our humble beginnings, we are now competing at the top end of our industry. We needed a brand that would compound our success, ambition and drive. Working with Carrie has been a game changer for us. We are whole heartedly confident in her passion, experience and skill. Creating a cohesive and structured brand helped us to navigate a huge phase of growth and has allowed us to make strides in creating our own packaged product range, opening up a whole new revenue stream.”
Retail / Hospitality - Founder, Managing Director