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Southampton
Creative Directory

Find services, skills and talent in one convenient place.

Southampton is a city brimming with creativity, imagination and entrepreneurial spirit. This new directory will be a powerful resource for everything creative – from seeing what’s out there to commissioning work and services.

Southampton Creative Directory by Southampton Forward launched in February 2024 to signpost and showcase the breadth of local talent working in the creative and cultural industries.

Find the perfect freelancer or supplier for your event

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next collaborator

Commission a creative 
for a project

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  • Creative Discipline

  • Specialism/Services

Advertising
Branding & Identity
Graphic Design

We Are Indi

Branding & Identity, 

Southampton

Web design and development with a professional, personal service

Branding & Identity
Fashion & Beauty
Production & Events

The Thread Studio UK Ltd

Branding & Identity, 

Neptune House, Merlin Quay, Hazel Rd, Woolston, Soton SO197GB

Get Your Team Branded! Helping you to promote your company, team or event with Embroidered and Printed workwear clothing and promotional items. Cost-effective, Quality, Fast and friendly service right here in Southampton. We are Brilliant at Branding Stuff to help you make a strong first impression

Entertainment
Production & Events
Visual Arts

SeaCity Museum

Visual Arts, 

Southampton

Welcome to Southampton’s leading interactive attraction! SeaCity Museum is the home of Southampton’s Titanic story and several other exhibitions, including Gateway to the World and Southampton Stories.

Visual Arts

Southampton City Art Gallery

Visual Arts, 

Southampton

Explore Southampton City Art Gallery’s diverse collection of fine art, which can tell the story of European art from the Renaissance through to the present day. Regularly rotating displays feature works from the collection, national touring exhibitions and work by local artists.

Production & Events
Visual Arts

Tudor House and Garden

Visual Arts, 

Southampton

Tudor House is Southampton’s most important historic building, revealing over 800 years of history in one fascinating location at the heart of the Old Town.

Fashion & Beauty
Graphic Design

Defy Hate Ltd

Fashion & Beauty, 

Southampton

de:fy:h8 uses fashion to promote change and challenge biases. Offering limited-run designs with meaningful backstories, the brand encourages personal growth and expression. Sustainability is central, with recyclable packaging and responsibly sourced clothing. Together, let's make a difference!

Branding & Identity
Graphic Design

Megan

Branding & Identity, 

Hampshire

Multidisciplinary creative working with you across print, digital, web & beyond, from concept to launch & everything in-between. Helping brands shout loudly & find authentic expression of their unique perspectives as business owners through strategy lead design.

Visual Arts

Keepers Artist Collective

Visual Arts, 

Southampton

We are a non- profit group of artists based in Southampton. The 'Keepers' consists of 8 artists. They come from different backgrounds and disciplines, and share an interest in creating art, community based art projects, and supporting other artist networks.

Visual Arts

Kye Wilson

Visual Arts, 

Southampton & Portsmouth

I am an award-winning visual artist using moving image to create video art and installations, often incorporating multidisciplinary, site-specific and live artworks.

Branding & Identity
Set & Prop Design
Visual Arts

Helen Burdfield

Branding & Identity, 

Southampton

Helen is a multidisciplinary creative with 5 years’ experience working with businesses, charities, musicians, and individuals.

Branding & Identity
Graphic Design
Industrial & Product Design

Hijack Creative LTD

Graphic Design, 

Southampton, Hampshire

Hijack Creative covers all areas of Brand Identity and logo design, Web/app design and development, UX and UI product design, AI integration and automation, Digital and print marketing, Animation, video, motion and film, Campaign and event design and Public Relations and comms

Music
Sound

Matt Javanshir

Music, 

Southampton

I am a freelance music composer who mainly works in video games. Whether you are a single-person developer, a small team or a larger studio, I apply the same level of collaboration, proactivity, and professional conscientiousness to every project I work on. Feel free to get in touch!