The Team
Our team consists of hand-picked experts from a range of integrated disciplines. From online marketing through to creative services and technical development, our team excel in turning client discussions into exciting projects. With such a diverse spread of talent it seems a shame not to give you a bit of background of those who make it all happen at Magic Online Solutions and our sister company The Works.
As MD and shareholder, Mark oversees the business. With a background in both creative and client services, his experience helps clients understand how the web can really help their brands develop. His CV includes print, online, B2B, B2C, search engine marketing and running a successful online design agency. He also acts as project manager for many Magic clients, ensuring timescales, quality and production are all met. Away from the internet and clients, he enjoys vintage vehicles and period property restoration.
Andrew has joined Magic Online Solutions as Group Business Development Manager. He will be working across our group of companies in order to develop new client relationships and help with our continued growth. Andrew was previously working for an NMA top 100 London based digital and integrated creative agency and brings a wealth of experience. After his Business Studies degree he has worked with a number of blue chip companies developing resources for the likes of Norwich Union, Nissan and Archant.
After graduating with a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design & Multimedia 7 years ago, Darryl has been involved in the web industry. Prior to joining Magic, Darryl gained experience as a designer with a number of digital agencies. Darryl brings an uncanny sense of humor, a wide ranging knowledge of 80's pop culture and an exquisite eye for detail to his designs, always seeking new challenges and experiences, consistently pushing his creativity. His rich detailed designs, intelligent compositions and precise typography show in his work. Aside from pushing pixels, Darryl enjoys nothing else then playing with cars & trucks with his 2 year old Son.
Paul works closely with Mark, managing and maintaining key client Accounts. With an astute commercial awareness, he has experience of running his own company along with a professional background in ecommerce websites and online marketing. Paul also heads up the Online Marketing side of the business looking after the Search Engine Optimisation, Social Media and Affiliate Marketing projects. Paul first joined Magic Online Solutions as a web developer and has steadily formed excellent relationships with clients and colleagues.
As a founding member of the Magic team, Martin oversees technical development. He studied Visual Communications at the Surrey Institute of Art and Design before mastering website design and development. Specialising in E-commerce and database development, Martin creates and project manages CMS systems for key clients as well as bringing his own unique sense of order to our busy design and development studio. When not staring at a screen, Martin enjoys playing guitar and Xbox, although not at the same time.
Ben joined Magic from another successful online agency where he built upon his extensive website development experience to produce complex CMS websites for a number of blue chip clients. Ben is credited with creating e-commerce websites in the automotive, leisure, tourism and retail industries and specialises in secure payment integration. His skill set includes 7 years PHP, ASP, standards compliant XHTML and CSS, Javascript, AJAX together with 8 years MySQL database development. A great addition to any serious website development agency!
The Works
Russell has been a director and shareholder in The Works since it was founded and Managing Director for the last 9 years. An experienced marketeer with client experience working for Grand Metropolitan in a variety of sales and marketing roles including Brand Manager on Budweiser, Fosters, Carlsberg and Kaliber. His main role is as Planning Director for The Works' clients. Russell and Mark spearheaded the launch of Magic back in 2006.
Previously Business Development Co-ordinator for Fired Earth Interiors before spending two years as Brand Marketing Executive for Adnams Brewery, including all work on their hotel and retail marketing. Tara joined The Works in 2005 and has worked across a variety of clients from retail, education, drinks and public sectors. As Project Director she oversees The Works’ client services team.
Previously Production Manager for The Point marketing communications agency, Louise joined The Works a year ago to head up the Production department within client services. With 9 years experience in trafficking and print, Louise works closely with the account handlers, Magic, creative and studio departments to plan, progress and problem solve work across a large range of b2b and b2c clients. Louise has previously worked on clients such as City College Norwich, Anglian Home Improvements and Josef Seibel Shoes.
A hugely experienced Art Director and Creative Director, both above and below-the-line, Kim has worked in agencies that include, amongst others, BMP DDB, O&M, WCRS, Y&R, Saatchi’s, Proximity and also, across a wide range of clients. He is now a board director and shareholder. He is passionate about what he does, and explains, "I've always loved ads, ever since I was a kid, when I would sing jingles, hum the soundtracks from ads and even test my mates on famous straplines. I still do it today. A bit sad I know, but now my kids do the same!"
A key member in the Magic team as Account Director, Tony has 4 years London agency experience with Y&R and B&B and 20 years as Managing Director of Williams & Harmer. His 10 years as Account Director of The Works means he looks after Van Dal shoes, Dipples Jewellers, Town & Country Conservatories as well as several clients in Holland.
