We have always worked closely with Cancer Support Scotland, not just from a charitable point of view, but also because they are one of our long-standing clients. So when they asked us to design this year’s Annual Review, we were more than happy to get stuck in.
We have actually been designing their Annual Review for a number of years now (they must trust us to do a good job!!) and we love the challenge of trying to make the design unique for each year. Of course, it has to be in keeping with the brand image and style, but it is great fun trying to be creative and figure out how to make it look different and interesting.

So for 2015, we decided to up our game and create a well thought-out report. In fact, here is something rather snazzy you might not have noticed. The ‘2015’ header is styled on the branding and incorporates the actual logo in the design. Isn’t it beautiful?!

We actually had very little time to do this. In fact, the whole design was basically completed in one day in order to meet the tight deadlines. Not bad!

This project was actually rather well timed with the appointing of Craig as the Chairman for the charity. He first became involved as a Trustee and then became the Vice Chairman, before making the leap to Chairman. Congratulations Craig!

As we have strong ties with Cancer Support Scotland, we have also been taking on graphic design interns. We like to help up-and-coming graphic designers get their foot in the door in the creative industry. This 3-month internship is based part-time at SHINE and part-time at Cancer Support Scotland. Our last intern Michael, ended up working with us for a further 6 months. So if you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, you can click here to apply.

Having being diagnosed with breast cancer, Lydia Jack has found great comfort and support from Cancer Support Scotland, as they have helped her to rebuild her life. Wanting to recognise this and give something back, Lydia has decided to raise money for the charity so they can keep on supporting others who have also been affected by cancer.
So how is she going to do this? Lydia and her daughter Alex have chosen to do something daring and challenging. A skydive. Having survived cancer, she is keen to seize every opportunity, step out, and give something back.
She hoped to raise £1,000 and with 27 days left to go she has already exceeded this target.
Cancer Support Scotland provide care and support people who have been affected by cancer. The charity gives emotional and practical help by means of a one-to-one counselling session or community-based support groups and relies heavily of fundraising and donations to be able to continue this work.
If you would like to contribute, you can find her Virgin Money Giving page here.
Every month we donate £50 to charity, so if you would like to nominate a charity please contact us.