9thwave Design

9thwave Design is a small website and print design studio based in Shipley, Bradford, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom. Established in 2004, the agency primarily serves charities, community-based businesses, and not-for-profit organisations. With a local focus on Yorkshire, the team positions itself as a specialist in creating accessible and effective digital and print materials for organisations seeking to enhance their presence and communication within their communities.

The studio’s service mix includes bespoke website design and development, print design, and content collaboration. 9thwave Design has experience working with platforms such as WordPress and Magento, and has delivered projects like school websites and online archives for associations. The agency’s approach emphasizes simplicity and clarity, working closely with clients to ensure the final deliverables align with their specific needs. Collaboration with writers and other creatives is a regular part of their process, as seen in their partnerships on web and print projects. Engagements often emphasize clear goals, documented workflows, and reporting that ties activity to outcomes across web, search, and social channels.

Typical deliverables from the team include custom websites, print collateral, and digital archives tailored for schools, charities, and community organisations. Past projects have involved developing websites for educational institutions such as Dr. Williams School in Dolgellau and Westfield School in Sheffield, as well as creating online archives for alumni associations. The agency’s work is characterized by a focus on usability and straightforward design, supporting both large and small organisations in Yorkshire. Typical deliverables include landing pages, style guides, wireframes, and testing plans.