Strategic thinking. Hands-on delivery. Measurable results.
Experts in what we do
NE Comms Collective brings experienced freelancers together to deliver projects in the public, private and third sectors.
Providing organisations with access to a rich pool of freelance talent, NE Comms Collective delivers expert, senior support across a wide range of disciplines – everything from marketing and design to digital and content creation.
PR, media, content creator relations
Crisis communications
Marketing strategy
Digital
Copywriting
Integrated campaign delivery
Design and creative
Stakeholder relations
Answer / search engine optimisation
Meet the team
Becky Madeley
Marketing
David Brookbanks
PR and communications
Emma Pybus
Copywriting
Ben Miners
Design and creative
Jade Gillham
SEO and PPC
Simon Canaway
Design and creative
About us
NE Comms Collective brings together experienced marketing professionals, each with 20+ years of experience – plus access to our network of brilliant SEO specialists, photographers and videographers.
You’ll benefit from the full-service communications you’d expect from a traditional agency, but with the in-depth knowledge, strategic delivery, and senior experience of freelance practitioners. Delivery of your campaigns won’t be delegated to junior members – you’ll benefit directly from decades of communications experience.
Every member of NE Comms Collective has a proven track record in planning, delivering and evaluating campaigns that provide measurable results. You won’t be left with strategy documents that sit unused. We’re all about responding to your needs with practical, manageable and achievable solutions.
Testimonials
“I had the privilege of working with members of the NE Comms Collective over a number of years and can testify to their knowledge, skills and smarts. The mindset of this team is never about the quick fix, but about solving organisational issues and harnessing opportunities in a way that delivers long-term value and drives economic and societal outcomes. What a team!”
Sarah Waddington
CBE, CDir. Chart.PR FCIPR FPRCA FIoD
“I have worked with Emma, Becky and David over the last 15 years on an individual basis and collaboratively. They all have excellent knowledge and experience, especially in promoting the arts, culture and leisure sectors. They are professional, pleasant to work with and always deliver projects to a high standard, on time and in budget. I wouldn’t hesitate to employ them again and I highly recommend their services.”
Sheryl McGregor
Head of Communications & Development, North East Museums
“As well as being experts in their respective fields, one of the things I really valued about working with David and Becky was the strategic counsel they provided. They also demonstrated an astute ability to work with a wide network of partners, especially during city-wide events like the London 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games, Rugby World Cup 2015, and Great Exhibition of the North in 2018.”
Carol Bell OBE
Independent creative and cultural sector consultant & Associate Regional Director, North at Creative UK