Sage Media
Sage Media is an agile corporate graphic design and development company, based in the Nation's Capital. We offer strategic brand communication and design services to companies of all sizes, across multiple business sectors and nationalities.
Clients and Projects
Industry Sectors:
Consumer Services, Health & Beauty, Sports & Leisure, Educational, Media & Communication, Food & Drink, Professional Services, Building & Construction, Entertainment
Tends to work with:
Startups, Private Companies, Corporations / Public Companies, Public Sector, SMEs, Entrepreneur
General location of clients: Canada, United States, USA, United Kingdom, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, France, Germany, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Netherlands, Mexico, South Africa, Brazil, Ireland, Scotland, England, Iceland, China, Japan
Latest Project
Sustainability Virtual Summits
First in a virtual event series focusing on Information and Communications Technologies that will dramatically contribute to mitigating the effects of climate change.
What We Have Achieved
Latest Review
7 August 2009
AJ Fischer at Aevex Intelligent Heat
Sage Media designed our websites and brochures, and we couldn't be happier with the work they did.
From an artistic standpoint they did a wonderful job of taking our ideas and expressing them visually....
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Awards
American Design Awards
American Design Award (MDC) (August 2005)
Canadian Web Awards
Canadian Web Award (Silver) (March 2009)
The UltraWeb Awards
UltraWeb World's Top Award (L3) (January 2009)
Interview
WWDC:
Describe your company in 5 words.
Sage Media:
”Agile, Meticulous, Strategic, Meaningful, Down-to-Earth”
WWDC:
How was your company name chosen?
Sage Media:
”The word 'Sage' holds many meanings, including wisdom and experience, and implies an intelligent choice. It has many uses, especially in the Native culture I grew up knowing. It cures, purifies, cleanses, protects, stimulates and engenders positivity. It's natural. And it's delicious.”
What We Do?
Company Overview
Languages Spoken:
English
No. of Employees: 1-5
Established: 2004
Joined WWDC: 28 July 2009
We Recommend
Printer:
Modern Postcard
Hosting company:
Fused Network
Sustainability Virtual Summits
- Branding
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
First in a virtual event series focusing on Information and Communications Technologies that will dramatically contribute to mitigating the effects of climate change.
Languages: English
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: SME
Industry: Media & Communication
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, , XML
Completion date: May 2009 (on-going)
SIDD Fine Woodworking
- Branding
- Content and Copy
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
An independent company committed to a strict code of quality workmanship and thoughtful business practice, SIDD designs and builds custom, sustainable products for modern luxurious living.
Languages: English
Project type: E-commerce
Organisation category: Startup
Industry: Consumer Services
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP,
Completion date: February 2009 (on-going)
The Creative Therapist
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Promotional website for Dr. Bradford Keeney
Languages: English
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Entrepreneur
Industry: Entertainment
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: (X)HTML, JavaScript, PHP,
Completion date: January 2009
Navertica
- Branding
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Suppliers of integrated ERP systems using Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Microsoft CRM, company information portals, industrial computing systems and quality management systems.
Languages: English, Czech
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: SME
Industry: Media & Communication
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, , XML
Completion date: October 2008
Bidan co
- Branding
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Bidan Co. is a consumer product company committed to improving the quality of life for its customers.
Languages: English
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Health & Beauty
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, PHP,
Completion date: October 2008
Ecuadorian Rainforest
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Ecuadorian Rainforest LLC is a premier representative of South American farmers, bringing you the finest fruits, vegetables, botanicals and herbs from around the world.
Languages: English
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Food & Drink
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP,
Completion date: August 2008
Aevex
- Branding
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Aevex® is the only available heating technology that literally disappears inside the garment.
Languages: English
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Corporation / Public Company
Industry: Sports & Leisure
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP,
Completion date: August 2008
Greenman Homes
- Branding
- Content and Copy
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Greenman Homes’ primary mission is to design and build energy-efficient homes using technology that reduces both short and long term energy consumption.
Languages: English
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Startup
Industry: Building & Construction
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP,
Completion date: March 2008
McMaster University
- Branding
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
The McMaster University Vision & Cognitive Neuroscience Lab covers a wide range of topics in vision science research.
Languages: English
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Public Sector
Industry: Educational
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP,
Completion date: December 2006
NEJ Photographica
- Development
Professional portfolio and profile pages for local photographer Nathalie Julien.
Languages: English, French
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Entrepreneur
Industry: Professional Services
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: (X)HTML, JavaScript, , XML
Completion date: May 2006
Reviews
Sage Media designed our websites and brochures, and we couldn't be happier with the work they did.
From an artistic standpoint they did a wonderful job of taking our ideas and expressing them visually. On the business side, they were very professional, met all deadlines and kept all projects within quoted prices.
Overall, it was a great experience and we will continue to use Sage Media for all of our creative content.
Chanie
Founder
Chanie runs the show, specializing in consumer psychology, branding, product packaging, graphic design and the art of crafting great websites.
Chris
Partner
Chris is the man behind the scenes, providing solid support in product design, research, logistics and administration.
WWDC:
What's your name and position in the company?
Sage Media:
”Chanie Pritchard, Founder”
WWDC:
Describe your company in 5 words.
Sage Media:
”Agile, Meticulous, Strategic, Meaningful, Down-to-Earth”
WWDC:
What's your business philosophy?
Sage Media:
”Our philosophy is that performance follows directly from carefully considered strategy. We think through to the real purpose of a given project, and employ our knowledge of business, consumer psychology and strategic design to craft a final product that actually delivers.”
WWDC:
What makes you different from other web design companies?
Sage Media:
”Purpose. We don't employ fads or trends unless they have direct relevance and meaning for your market. Our work doesn't look like it came from a template, and it actually WORKS. A website from us brands you, rather than just blending you in with the background.”
WWDC:
How do you get the majority of your business?
Sage Media:
”The vast majority of our new clients come to us via customer referral. We are very proud to have a 100% client satisfaction rate.”
WWDC:
Describe how you manage projects from the initial client contact to completion and handover.
Sage Media:
”Maximum length 20 words? I don't think so.
Our full process is at http://sagemedia.ca/process.php”
WWDC:
What do you think is the most crucial element of creating a good client relationship?
Sage Media:
”Say what you do, and do what you say. Honesty, transparency, and delivering on our promises.”
WWDC:
What computers do you have use in your offices, PCs or Macs?
Sage Media:
”Both PC and Mac”
WWDC:
How was your company name chosen?
Sage Media:
”The word 'Sage' holds many meanings, including wisdom and experience, and implies an intelligent choice. It has many uses, especially in the Native culture I grew up knowing. It cures, purifies, cleanses, protects, stimulates and engenders positivity. It's natural. And it's delicious.”
WWDC:
If you were to give your clients one tip on how to get the most from their website what would it be?
Sage Media:
”Keep it relevant, and keep it current. That's two tips, I suppose.”
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