News, opinion and resources for the North West media industry http://www.how-do.co.uk Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:01:04 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/wZlQ4SNEC5A/index.php Bauer Media has appointed the Manchester office of Euro RSCG Biss Lancaster to handle PR across Bauer Media's Big City Network radio stations in England. The agency will also be working as the lead agency alongside local PR agencies for the Network’s Scottish and Irish stations. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:08:48 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6877&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/_DP7yjB88ag/index.php Keep Britain Tidy, the Wigan-based anti-litter charity has picked up three gongs at the Green Awards including the main Grand Prix Award for its “Dirty Pig” campaign which targeted people who drop fast food litter. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:59:58 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6876&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/uHfGBj7IZac/index.php The News and Star and its fellow CN-owned Cumbrian papers have launched a dedicated site to enable readers and residents to access live information about the flooding in the region. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:37:56 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6875&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/cRZAo6ClFag/index.php ITV has commissioned the All3Media-owned indie Maverick Television to produce a primetime 12 x 30-minute documentary looking behind the scenes at the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital - Europe’s largest children’s hospital. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:02:21 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6874&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/VMn_y6HySM4/index.php Chester-based upmarket tour operator, Elegant resorts, now part of the Thomas Cook group, is launching its own new quarterly lifestyle magazine Elegance. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:23:41 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6873&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/At2f_xCYUHE/index.php A team of University of Salford students has won a competition to work with the BBC on the redesign of their Bitesize educational website. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:58:15 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6872&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/FAIhyHBWiMA/index.php Creative agency Music has created a new image of Shaun Wright-Philips to promote MCFC’s next home game against Chelsea on 5 December. The image will anchor what is effectively instalment two in the club’s ‘Big Four’ campaign. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:43:41 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6871&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/3ChUR0oEeF8/index.php The unfair dismissal case brought by former Lancashire magazine publisher and chief executive Peter Bourhill against Owen Oyston’s Ridings Publishing Company is due to be heard in court in Manchester on Monday. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:14:14 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6870&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/F699Sbso3hI/index.php NWV M is planning a day of advice sessions for individuals working in the games industry. The sessions will be run by Dave Crook, who has 16 years experience working in digital games development. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:56:52 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6869&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/z2SKQi2dvf8/index.php Welcome to the weekly Wrap from How-Do - media news for the North West. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6868&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/ZshBSrK0auQ/index.php Commercial radio stations and the BBC have today unveiled a new online radio player, which will allow users to listen to every licensed radio station in the UK. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:31:53 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6867&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/UDfj1B2yu-8/index.php A new report into the future of higher education has praised the University of Salford’s Digital Cluster, (http://www.digital.salford.ac.uk/) saying it’s leading the way in developing skills. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:11:46 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6866&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/pMqD-ypMmfM/index.php Ten Alps, Trinity Mirror and the Press Association (north-west-media-news/north-west-broadcasting/press-association-plans-itv-news-move-200905215432/) have joined forces to pressure the Government to choose the North East for its regional news pilot. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:54:31 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6865&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/Cbo-rn7Txt0/index.php Communique’s (http://www.communiquepr.co.uk/) managing director, Nigel Sarbutts, has been made redundant following a restructure at parent company, Burson Marsteller. (http://www.burson-marsteller.com/Default.aspx) Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:29:16 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6864&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/8KUx8xK5yDo/index.php The Lowry will be hosting a new exhibition on advertising from January, which has been curated by BJL. (http://www.bjl.co.uk/) Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:19:14 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6862&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/xW21vDW_C0A/index.php Splash Broadcasting (http://www.splashbroadcast.com/) has today launched The Cheshire Channel (http://www.thecheshirechannel.tv/), a hyper local, on demand broadcast portal for the county. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:06:27 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6861&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/nAIAsj25RW4/index.php The National Broadcasting School (http://www.nationalbroadcastingschool.com/) is to run its first “Talent Project” in January at GMG Radio in Salford Quays. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:17:18 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6860&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/eTlmKvVhM54/index.php Henkel UK, (http://www.henkel.com/index.htm) the manufacturer of Sellotape, Loctite, Pritt Stick and UniBond has appointed Mason Williams (http://www.mason-williams.co.uk/evaluate.html) following a 3-way pitch. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:37:03 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6859&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/3cWtsfGHw-0/index.php More than 30 of last night’s 46 Chartered Institute of Public Relations North West PRide Awards (http://ciprprideawards.publishpath.com/) went to Manchester agencies. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:08:29 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6858&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/6-jXGjB6qXk/index.php Over the next fortnight, music from the Manchester Camerata (north-west-media-news/north-west-digital-media/manchester-camerata-launches-new-website-with-nonconform,-text-and-ukfast-200906305744/) will be employed in “sonic posters” to promote their New Year Gala Concerts at The Bridgewater Hall. (http://www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk/) Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:36:11 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6855&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/L0SOxHbSRLc/index.php Investigative reporting by The Bolton News’ Julian Thorpe (http://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/4744988.Reporter_helps_to_uncover_cannabis_farm/?ref=mr) helped police find a £100k cannabis farm. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:37:35 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6854&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/IHCZqtQ2fcI/index.php Bruntwood has announced Kate Harrison is to replace Simon Scott as marketing director at the company. Harrison, who is 40 years old, is about to complete a term as interim chief executive at Cityco, Manchester’s city centre management company. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:01:45 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6853&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/TYj1KzGjRwk/index.php A new pilot sitcom written by John Warburton for BBC3 will be made by BBC Comedy North in Manchester. The show is centred on the Sunday lunch happenings/drinking taking place at the fictional King’s Ransom pub. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:30:32 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6852&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/YxeKSijtq6M/index.php True North’s senior designer Mike Rigby is off to Australia to join Interbrand as a creative director and in return Kerry Dennison is moving from Finch Advertising in Liverpool to join Studio North. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:59:18 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6851&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/2CDwzIXa518/index.php Peter Salmon, BBC Director North, (north-west-media-news/north-west-broadcasting/bbc%27s-salmon-nets-mif-board-position-200911116793/) has announced a new digital initiative - @North – which is intended to reach out to new and established digital producers and agencies across the north in a link up with the BBC Children’s department. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:27:49 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6850&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/n4wHi_4YLaA/index.php The Manchester Publicity Association (MPA) is seeking to rebrand itself as part of a broader make-over as the body seeks to break away from past perceptions and take on a new wider regional remit beyond Manchester. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:01:10 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6849&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/q0r4WhwnByM/index.php The Sharp Project, a new multi £million digital media production complex in east Manchester, has commissioned the visual effects and animation studio, Mi, to produce a film about the Sharp Project. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:48:28 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6848&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/2EE9WKlyW5U/index.php Following earlier work by the Macclesfield digital agency Matmi on an online game for Chris Tarrant’s The Colour of Money (north-west-media-news/north-west-digital-media/matmi-launches-the-colour-of-money-game-with-chris-tarrant-and-millie-clode-200902264769/) , ITV has just released a Matmi-developed ad-funded online game running alongside the current series of “I’m A Celebrity”. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:21:08 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6846&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/mjc7lpuSi4E/index.php Social marketing agency ICE has been tasked by NHS Coventry, to create a campaign to tackle COPD by changing behaviours and improve the quality of life for those who suffer from what is one of the world’s leading causes of death. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:59:50 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6845&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/xaUjSCH3tss/index.php In this, the fourth of a series of industry specific reports, How-Do and Business Link Northwest, have chosen to review the publishing industry, a sector which is arguably currently facing more challenges than other creative and media sectors. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:16:19 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6844&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/2Urd4l1MQ9g/index.php Design agency Flame Digital has seen off two national agencies to secure the work to create a new online presence for the leisure company operator, Vale Holiday Parks. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:14:38 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6843&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/BmZg1IlOYVE/index.php Following a five-way pitch, (north-west-media-news/north-west-digital-media/our-life-aims-to-reinvigorate-online-presence,-seeks-new-agency-200909286443/) health campaign group Our Life has appointed Chameleon Interactive to develop its new website and revamp the organisation’s current online communications. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:44:53 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6842&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/e5pQB5i01CI/index.php Following Hasgrove plc’s interim figures in September (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/hasgrove-sees-net-profits-plummet-200909296449/) which showed a sharp decline, the company today announced that profits for the year to 31 December are likely to be down from £4.2m last year to £2.6m. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:01:38 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6847&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/ciBPUVcFIJY/index.php How-Do’s most popular feature, the annual compilation of 100 of the North West’s leading and most influential media and creative industries folk, will commence publication next week. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6841&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/qHVGmquoGF8/index.php Origin Creative (http://www.origincreativedesign.com/index-two.aspx) in Greater Manchester has won a 3-way creative and strategic pitch to design Royal London’s (http://www.royal-london.co.uk/) annual report and accounts. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:00:12 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6840&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/y9T9eYW78h0/index.php Peter Saville (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/saville-designs-2009-d ad-annual-200904035082/) has designed a limited edition run of Christmas paper as part of Manchester’s seasonal marketing campaign. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:23:28 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6838&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/JHusmPEdUEk/index.php Latitude (http://www.latitudegroup.com/) has picked up the European search account for Victor Chandler (http://www.victorchandler.com/) bookmakers following a competitive pitch against 10 other search agencies. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:53:03 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6837&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/ccnAni-KE-I/index.php A new survey commissioned by Weber Shandwick North (http://www.webershandwick.co.uk/offices/manchester) in Manchester shows that more than 60% of North West consumers trust online reviews and forums more than recommendations from their own families. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:12:17 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6836&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/maQo9reUwu4/index.php Access Point UK (http://www.apuk.net/) in Southport has been appointed by J Sainsbury plc to develop on-site third party promotions. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:37:11 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6835&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/36-qAZ73AIA/index.php Brilliant Media (http://www.brilliantmedia.co.uk/) is gearing up for the promotion of Subaru’s (http://www.subaru.co.uk/Subaru_co_uk/home.jsp) new Legacy and Outback models with a return to television advertising. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:02:50 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6834&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/n6wdrP6Guks/index.php The future of local media could see one operator running all commercial stations in an area and the relaxing of cross-media ownership. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:31:00 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6833&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/7nhRd1RpXQI/index.php Mason Williams (http://www.mason-williams.co.uk/evaluate.html) has bought digital agency Brand Attention to add to its social media offering.It’s the second North West public relations agency this month (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/tangerine-acquires-juice-digital-200911066751/) to go down the acquisition route to get digital appeal. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:07:01 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6832&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/20xrgln7BM4/index.php Roger Bolton has decided to stop presenting Radio 4’s Sunday (http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00nx154) programme after more than 10 years at the helm. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:42:07 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6831&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/Pnl9wyN6v1s/index.php Manchester marketing agency, Refinery, (#/home) is to work alongside ICI Paints AkzoNobel on a brand review of its Dulux Trade division. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:25:21 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6830&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/NUWDx6uQKvg/index.php Manchester’s Fast Web Media (http://www.fastwebmedia.com/) has completed a new website for 14 time World Cup winning clay pigeon shooter George Digweed MBE. (http://www.georgedigweed.co.uk/) Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:49:38 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6829&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/RbbLkWkZ_Vc/index.php Independently financed regional news programmes on ITV could be piloted as early as 2010, according to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:00:17 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6828&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/PIPZSDkPvTU/index.php It’s fruit juice Monday in Liverpool - following on from Smiling Wolf’s (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/evoid-gets-new-look-from-smiling-wolf-200911166821/) rebrand of Evoid, comes news of Mason Media’s (http://www.masonmedia.co.uk/) appointment by Cherrygood. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:26:35 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6827&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/HG6iu2woHRs/index.php Trinity Mirror Regional’s editorial director has joined the paid content debate at the Society of Editors (http://www.societyofeditors.co.uk/) conference today.Neil Benson said that regional newspaper groups should consider running PR agencies and offering web consultancy services to help generate revenue. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:44:44 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6825&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/MzyMv0_gkPM/index.php A good night for Jimmy McGovern’s Royal Television Society Awards (north-west-media-news/north-west-broadcasting/rts-north-west-2009-shortlist-announced-200909286446/) on Saturday.This included the Judge’s Award, which was presented to him by Paul Abbott. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:35:50 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6824&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/JoXvSuUrvrg/index.php Juice FM (http://www.juicefm.com/) has announced that Kev Seed will return to Liverpool’s airwaves on the station’s Sunday Breakfast Show. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:59:09 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6822&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/J3Yqjfgi6hs/index.php Smiling Wolf (http://www.smilingwolf.co.uk/) in Liverpool is behind the rebrand of Evoid (http://www.evoiddrinks.com/) as the drinks company looks to appeal to teenagers. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:29:10 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6821&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/Y6II2jtyehE/index.php While the Twitterati kept How-Do updated with various photos of Gok Wan (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/rattle%92s-online-lingerie-support-for-gok-wan-200809263599/) filming Channel 4 show, Punk PR (http://www.punkpr.co.uk/) had bigger things on its mind. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:41:57 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6820&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/ak3csm93aC4/index.php Key 103, (http://www.key103.co.uk/Article.asp?id=1584937) Rock FM (http://www.rockfm.co.uk/Article.asp?id=1584937) and Radio City (http://www.radiocity.co.uk/Article.asp?id=1584937) have combined to secure exclusive broadcast rights to Lily Allen’s (north-west-media-news/north-west-digital-media/christmas-number-1-for-matmi-and-lily-allen-200901074343/) concert at the Manchester Apollo on Sunday. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:07:23 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6819&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/wMBbWQZtVDk/index.php A trio of Lancashire companies has completed a web site for the Millennium Logistics Park (http://www.mlpl.ru/ru/) in Moscow. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:52:51 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6818&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/m-5FbyAdjkw/index.php As budget cuts threaten to transform public sector marketing, The Hub’s creative director, (http://www.socialmarketinghub.co.uk/) Steven Johnson, spots a gem on the coal face.The volume and standard of entries at this year’s How-Do Public Services Communications Awards (north-west-media-news/north-west-publishing/the-public-services-communications-awards-%11-and-the-winners-are...-200911126776/) paints a picture of a vibrant, thriving sector, he writes... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:17:20 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6817&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/wwdri576MPI/index.php The speakers have been briefed, the venue booked and now the twittering masses can excite themselves into a frenzy of micro-messaging with the news that a new national social media conference is heading to Manchester next month. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:31:39 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6816&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/slIKiqz17HY/index.php Recently launched Manchester-based search marketing specialist Banc Media has picked up SEO contracts from cruise1st.co.uk and Formula 4x4. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:41:07 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6815&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/FMLapdifLWo/index.php The Manchester office of Weber Shandwick (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/more-public-affairs-for-weber-shandwick-north,-as-agency-gets-in-to-bed-with-network-200910076516/) has recruited former journalist Sarah Park to the new role of head of media north. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:12:42 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6814&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/y-PcYkUUiIs/index.php GGR Group has enlisted Cuckoo Design (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/roman-catholic-diocese-of-salford-goes-cuckoo-with-new-design-200910016471/) to create its new website and bring the company’s six divisions together online. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:39:36 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6813&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/yEOIfae8Nq4/index.php Well, four of them at any rate. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:48:40 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6812&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/0RvZhXvLCr0/index.php International consulting firm Sensei has launched its new website through Manchester-based web development agency CTI (north-west-media-news/north-west-digital-media/-cti-signs-2-year-deal-with-mercuri-200911056742/). Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:49:19 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6811&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/lX5b8q9V9Vs/index.php A new exhibition from award-winning photojournalist Sean Sutton is being launched outside the Imperial War Museum North (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/wonder-associates-captures-imperial-war-museum-brief-200906095573/) next week. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:31:52 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6810&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/CeqWFydZoMM/index.php Manchester Confidential's Mark Garner (north-west-media-features/special-features/how%11dozen.-tony-murray-interviews-mark-garner-%11-aka-gordo-200803172157/) is not a man to mince his words.Talking about the controversial subscription model for his currently free-to-view online empire he brushes off any criticism he has received (mainly on the How-Do comment board (north-west-media-news/north-west-publishing/manchester-confidential-to-introduce-paid-subscription-model-200910076520/)) and tells us that it's time more publishers put their balls on the table and took a chance. He has, he says, and it's already paying off. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:48:00 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6809&Itemid=49 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/iOzs1jeET6M/index.php Don't ever get in the way of a student and a free Doner Kebab flavoured Pot Noodle... Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:44:25 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6808&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/27EPeDHPty4/index.php Crime writer Colin Dexter has gone back on his claim that he would never again pen another Inspector Morse story, thanks to the team at Manchester's Mason Williams. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:52:38 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6807&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/OLxiq6urVVw/index.php Anyone that wants to get themselves a little yellow pencil this year had better open their hearts and portfolios (and wallets?...kidding) to the following regional creative bigwigs. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:29:23 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6806&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/Pzhqv4jwQVs/index.php Welcome to the weekly Wrap from How-Do - media news for the North West. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:10:00 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6805&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/_R9-pK2eNPw/index.php Over 300 comms folk from across the North West came together last night to attend the inaugural Public Services Communications Awards. The event proved to be the largest gathering for many years of public services comms folk working in the North West and judging by the passion and dedication on display at last night's ceremony, it was evident that comms folk are clearly up for the challenges that lie ahead. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:00:00 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6776&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/fx9O_0TmrlA/index.php Liz Page, (north-west-media-news/north-west-publishing/archant-makes-regional-md-roles-redundant-amid-structural-changes-200902174684/) who until earlier this year was regional managing director of Archant Life magazines has resurfaced as general manager of the National Trust’s York properties. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:17:14 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6804&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/9SmOxE1DeQw/index.php Refinery (#/home) is behind the new in-store marketing for ICI Paints AkzoNobel’s (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/refinery-paints-eco-picture-for-dulux-trade-200908116089/) woodcare division. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:58:12 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6803&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/AB8JHzwD71w/index.php Northwest Vision and Media (north-west-media-news/north-west-digital-media/coup-for-northwest-vision-and-media-as-gaming-pioneer-ian-hetherington-joins-board-200910226637/) has announced 3 new workshops to help television companies compete in the international market. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:41:32 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6802&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/WSfj7GYml7s/index.php Lucy Adams, the BBC’s human resources directer has dismissed claims in some quarters that staff were being “bribed” to move to Salford with London-weighted allowances. (north-west-media-news/north-west-broadcasting/bbc-staff-moving-to-salford-set-to-keep-london-allowances-200911096764/) Thu, 12 Nov 2009 11:00:20 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6801&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/DhFYANtz9Xk/index.php Bosses at Trinity Mirror have revealed today that the drop in ad revenue is easing, with positive signs this month for regional titles. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:40:03 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6800&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/herEDEFEAzk/index.php A new research centre will be set up at the University of Manchester (http://www.manchester.ac.uk/) to develop and evaluate health applications for mobile devices. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:49:27 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6799&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/KnqniXM5PXs/index.php Colin McKeown, the producer behind daytime drama Moving On (north-west-media-news/north-west-broadcasting/bbc-commissions-mcgovern-daytime-drama-200807072984/), will be giving a master class at next week’s Indie Club. (north-west-media-news/north-west-broadcasting/pam-cavannagh-speaking-at-this-week%92s-indie-club-session-200910206613/) Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:17:50 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6798&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/RhougUXTnmo/index.php The “Let’s Face It...” (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/agencies-collaborate-for-firework-campaign-200910276663/) Halloween and Bonfire Night campaign has been hailed a success following a drop in emergency service call outs. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:52:27 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6797&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/1hDLxqUVfns/index.php Newly formed FPA Architects (http://www.fparchitects.co.uk/) in Cheshire has brought in Shooting Star to handle its launch. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:24:09 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6796&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/hRqnEd1-gyk/index.php Camilla Campbell, the Channel 4 commissioning editor behind Shameless is to become the channel’s new head of drama. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:00:50 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6795&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/eVU4Idv9YdU/index.php As the debate rages on about troops in Afghanistan, this week’s Big Issue in the North (http://www.bigissueinthenorth.com/) looks at what happens to soldiers when they leave the military. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 06:32:54 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6794&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/JFkSFOZxinE/index.php The seemingly inexorable rise of Peter Salmon's influence in our home region continues apace, with the news that the BBC North director has today been appointed to the board of the Manchester International Festival (north-west-media-news/north-west-broadcasting/the-culture-show-heads-to-manchester-and-mif-200906305751/). Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:29:51 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6793&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/hUML3Iu1ii0/index.php Steve Sanders, senior account manager at Paver Smith (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/dougal-paver-joins-the-liverpool-commission,-as-head-of-skv-liverpool-joins-paver-200811033908/), spent a great deal of yesterday trying to orchestrate the media circus surrounding the £45m Lottery winning syndicate from Merseyside.Here he ponders, if 'it could be you', would you really want the publicity? Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:15:28 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6792&Itemid=58 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/QGzG0Biax3w/index.php Two agencies from the region have managed to scoop some coveted silverware at the relaunched Marketing Design Awards in London. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 14:45:38 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6791&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/8P9sgHb7FNg/index.php First Leonardo Da Vinci's most famous painting was turned into a soap opera (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/skv-crosses-coronation-street-with-mona-lisa-to-create-the-ultimate-chav-vinci-200910196600/), now we see the Mona Lisa's head exploding. Have our regional marketing services agencies got no respect? Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:34:17 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6790&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/d6ElX-yzzmY/index.php It appears as though renowned classical actor Edward Hardwicke - known primarily for his long running role as Dr Watson on Granada's The Return of Sherlock Holmes - is set to head back to the small screen for a guest appearance in Paul Abbott's Shameless (north-west-media-news/north-west-broadcasting/paul-abbott-not-happy-with-shameless-200901224485/). Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:39:31 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6789&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/ub7AA99XoNg/index.php Production firm Toasted Productions has become the latest business to make MediaCityUK's Pie Factory (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/pie-factory-gets-makeover-from-drumbeat-and-code-200907306002/) complex its home. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:09:36 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6788&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/Ri5o7wweIHo/index.php SKV MD Andy Spinoza (north-west-media-comment/media-comment/2009-%11-a-watershed-year-for-the-manchester-media?-andrew-spinoza-dives-in-200910056494/) has told How-Do that he is looking to substantially swell the headcount at his Manchester city centre firm, after recent PR, social media and film production success. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:14:59 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6787&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/D-w5mR2QFJU/index.php Tomorrow sees the start of a £600k Christmas marketing campaign, commissioned by Cityco and a host of public sector partners, to boost the visitor numbers (and till takings) that habitually flow into Manchester city centre over the festive season.At the centrepiece of the push is a painstakingly animated campaign created by Oscar and BAFTA nominated director Barry Purves at Altrincham's Hot Animation (north-west-media-news/north-west-broadcasting/hot-animation-opts-for-redundancies-rather-than-closure-20070917945/). Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:07:00 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6786&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/P2DHRAo_9Qg/index.php The annual National Union of Journalists (north-west-media-news/north-west-publishing/newsquest-backs-down-from-compulsory-redundancies-after-nuj-action-200905155397/) conference is getting set to roll into Southport next week, armed with an agenda that will see members discussing a vast array of the burning issues confronting the industry today. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 09:15:53 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6785&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/S7fiP-fa3fU/index.php Manchester's Mark Studio (north-west-media-news/north-west-marketing-services/mark-studio-creates-look-and-feel-of-sexual-rights-body-200902194711/) has come through a lengthy tender process to stake a position on the three-year design and media services roster for Milton Keynes Council. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:32:48 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6784&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/bwQf2x7LQsg/index.php Chester and District Housing Trust (CDHT)’s (http://www.cdht.net/) new website has gone live today to cope with increased traffic. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:29:13 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6783&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/HykX1SuaqT4/index.php Think Publicity (http://www.thinkpublicity.co.uk/) in Liverpool has launched a new promotional staffing agency called Faces. (http://www.thinkfaces.co.uk/) Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:30:26 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6782&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/IW5hrDCkTl4/index.php Bolton comedian, Peter Kay (north-west-media-news/north-west-digital-media/peter-kay-launches-first-comprehensive-online-presence-through-creative-spark-200910096542/), will be releasing a charity single to raise money for BBC Children in Need. (http://www.bbc.co.uk/pudsey/) Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:09:42 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6781&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/IQ3Zpu5SQnc/index.php Concept Public Relations (http://www.concept-pr.co.uk/) has been appointed by Threadneedle Property Investments (http://www.threadneedle.com/en/gb/default.aspx) to promote Cambridge Walks in Southport. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:30:14 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6780&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/vUSntz4ReYw/index.php 3 North West agencies scooped 6 awards at the IPA Effectiveness Awards (http://www.ipaeffectivenessawards.co.uk/News/News/2009-IPA-Effectiveness-Awards-winners-announced-2#6229) in London last night. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:58:44 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6779&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/YViC9LvkH-I/index.php Zeus PR (http://www.zeuspr.co.uk/) in Cheshire has won a competitive pitch to run the PR for newly formed legal group APOD (http://www.apod.org.uk/) - the Association of Publishers of Online Legal Documents. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:55:50 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6778&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/DtDazrRakn4/index.php Bella Design (http://www.belladesign.co.uk/) has completed work on a new website for specialist London public relations agency Quatro Destinations. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:23:36 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6777&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/wMz_-D6KFvA/index.php Liverpool’s Hit Search (http://www.hitsearchlimited.com/) is being hopeful this morning, releasing research showing that Liverpool FC is top of the league - at least in Twitter terms. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:36:16 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6775&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/BS_DqnuPuqY/index.php Unions say staff (north-west-media-news/north-west-publishing/unions-threaten-industrial-action-following-liverpool-cuts-200911056741/) were left “shell-shocked” following the announcement by the Trinity Mirror that it was planning to close its final salary pension schemes. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:02:56 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6774&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/DKbmMKcVh0M/index.php A group of academics, led by Dr Kerry O’Brien at the University of Manchester and Dr Kypros Kypri from Newcastle University in Australia have called for a ban on sports advertising by the alcohol industry. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:38:36 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6773&Itemid=26 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/how-do/~3/q8I5AW6G8G0/index.php The 16th 'exposures: new talent in moving image' festival (north-west-media-news/north-west-broadcasting/exposures-searches-for-student-films-200906185655/) is coming to Manchester from 17 to 19 November with a host of screenings, special events and some very familiar names. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:14:13 +0100 http://www.how-do.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=6772&Itemid=26