THE TEAM

Collectively, we make it happen

THE TEAM THAT STARTED IT ALL

James Howes

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James is our Managing Director, looking after the day to day running of the agency. After over 20 years in sales & marketing management working for companies such as Christian Salvesen, Palletways & WHSmith News, he followed his heart and started his own video production company, Homark Productions in 2010 before merging to become The Collective.

In James’ spare time (!!!) he is the very proud father of two children, tries to play the guitar, loves the Blues and is a made sci-fi fan.

Zoe Howes

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Zoe is our Commercial Director, liaising with our clients to find the right marketing solution for their business. Before jumping head first into setting up Homark Productions with her husband, and our MD, James, she worked for BP, Schlumberger, and Halliburton.

Zoe is the doting mother of two children, loves breaking her ankle whilst playing netball and watching Star Trek.

Simon Harrison

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Simon is our Marketing Director and has an enviable background in Marketing Communications. Having worked for several multinational manufacturing companies including Corus and Siemens, in 2010 Simon established his own marketing consultancy Callisto Communications before merging to become The Collective.

Simon is married to the lovely Jules, has three great children and can be seen regularly at The Races or losing tennis matches!

AND THOSE THAT HAVE HELPED US GROW

Fee Lanzino - Design

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Fee has over 25 years experience in all aspects of design; from logo design and brochure to website and email campaigns. She has worked with local and national clients and has a reputation for delivering high quality design with an excellent eye for detail.

Martin McLaren - Video

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Martin has over 15 years experience in CGI, motion graphics and 3D animation. From animated logos for websites to special effects for videos, Martin is an expert at creating fantastic visual effects, targeted perfectly to an organisation’s brand.

Emma Pawling - Marketing

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Emma undertakes marketing activities for the company’s clients in the industry and education sectors along with managing The Collective’s internal marketing strategy. She combines her passion for photography and social media to further her marketing output and develop the company’s brand. Emma has a Diploma in Social Media for Business, where her studies in SEO and web design have been hugely beneficial to her role.

Mandy Rees - Accounts

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Emma Collins - Business Development

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Emma studied Journalism at Southampton Solent University and has worked in Radio & PR for many years. Emma excels in PR & Marketing Support and adds tremendous value to the team. Along with her hard work ethic, Emma is a devoted mother and lives for her family.

why choose us?

creativity

Creativity: a phenomenon whereby something new and somehow valuable is formed.

Let us provide the spark of creativity that elevates your marketing from regular to amazing.

experience

Experience: the knowledge or mastery of an event or subject gained through exposure to it.

In all areas of video production and marketing our experience guarantees you get the right solution every time.

teamwork

Teamwork: the process of many people working together for a common cause

We know the power of teamwork. Our approach is focused on working with your team to achieve success