Fireball Media Web Design
Fireball Media started life in 2000, we've seen all the ups and downs, the ever changing trends, and have survived and developed through them all.
LATEST NEWS...
March 2010
We've just given The Innishannon Steam & Vintage Rally website a very well deserved new look. www.isvrally.com
Clients and Projects
Industry Sectors:
Tourism & Travel, Entertainment, Other, Automotive, Manufacturers & Engineers, Not for profit / Charity, Sports & Leisure, Food & Drink, Media & Communication, Professional Services
Tends to work with:
Private Companies, Startups, Non-profit Organisations, Corporations / Public Companies
General location of clients: Ireland, Cork, Wexford, Dublin
Latest Project
Muskerry Arms
The Muskerry Arms was established as a small public house in 1838 and is named after the Muskerry Tram line, which serviced the village up until 1830. The premises is owned by the O'Connor family since 1984 and is personally managed by Nell O'Connor and Family.
What We Have Achieved
Latest Review
14 May 2010
Sean Murtagh at PPI Ltd
We had problems with our domain registration and Fireball Media took over, sorted out the problems and designed a superb site. They were on hand any time we encountered a problem.
We spoke to various...
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Awards
IIA Net Visionary Awards
Web Designer Excellence Nomination (2008)
IIA Net Visionary Awards
Web Designer Excellence Nomination (2007)
Golden Spiders
Best Entertainment Website Shortlist (2007)
Interview
WWDC:
Describe your company in 5 words.
Fireball Media Web Design:
”Friendly, Expert, Professional, Enthusiastic, Forward-Thinking”
What We Do?
Technologies Used:
ASP, CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, Java, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, , XML
CMS Used:
Open Source, Own Brand, Paid (Branded) Service
The FMG Flow CMS has been specifically developed by Fireball Media to meet the needs of our clients. The system has been designed with simplicity in mind while still maintaining the flexibility you need.
Easy To Use * Flexible and Scalable * Portable * Cost Effective * Supports SEO Best Practices
Company Overview
Languages Spoken:
English, irish
No. of Employees: 1-5
Established: 2000
Joined WWDC: 21 July 2009
We Recommend
Hosting company:
Digiweb
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- Google Adwords: Structure
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- Google Places: Get Your Business Found!
- Top 10 Tips For Email Marketing
- Top 10 Tips For Writing Web Content
Muskerry Arms
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
The Muskerry Arms was established as a small public house in 1838 and is named after the Muskerry Tram line, which serviced the village up until 1830. The premises is owned by the O'Connor family since 1984 and is personally managed by Nell O'Connor and Family.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Tourism & Travel
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, Java, JavaScript, PHP
Completion date: May 2010
Velopi
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Velopi is a company with expertise in Software Validation and Software Testing and Project Management Training & Consultancy. Based in Cork, Ireland, they work with both national and international customers.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
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: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: March 2010
Innishannon Steam & Vintage Rally
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
The exhibits include huge tractors, threshers, unique cars, motorbikes, oil and steam engines as well as experiencing a working forge. There is also a pet's corner, always popular with children, a cake sale, numerous stands and stalls with art and craft displays, a dog show, sheep dog trials, road rolling. This is a fun-day out for collectors, enthusiasts and visitors alike with car parking and camping facilities set up in the village. Innishannon itself dates back to the sixth century and is surrounded by an ancient woodland and castle ruins.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Non-profit Organisation
Industry: Tourism & Travel
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, PHP
Completion date: February 2010 (on-going)
PPI Radio Awards 2010
- Hosting
- Development
The PPI Radio Awards 2010 – ten years of celebration of the art and skill of radio production and programming. Since their inception 10 years ago, the PPI Awards have gone from strength to strength, with both entries increasing in number and excellence each year.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Corporation / Public Company
Industry: Media & Communication
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: ASP, CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, JavaScript,
Completion date: January 2010 (on-going)
All Ireland Marketing Awards 2010
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
The All Ireland Marketing Awards programme, organised by The Marketing Institute of Ireland, is the nation's premier means of recognising the success of Irish marketing professionals and acknowledging their major contribution to the ongoing process of strengthening the economy of our island.
Languages: N/A
Project type: E-commerce
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Media & Communication
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: Realex Payments is used to take payment for entries online.
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: ASP, CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, JavaScript, , XML
Completion date: December 2009 (on-going)
myaupairbook.com
- Branding
- Content and Copy
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
myaupairbook.com aims to connect Au Pairs & Families from around the world. A powerful search tool helps users locate their perfect Au Pair or Family ands its interactive features enables members view profiles, send emails, participate in the forum, chat and more, in the hope of finding their most suitable candidate.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Community website
Organisation category: Startup
Industry: Other
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Custom Content Management System built specifically for this project
Online Payment System: Realex Payments, PayPal, Boku Mobile Payments
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, , XML
Completion date: October 2009
Fitzpatricks Garages
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Since its foundation over 57 years ago, Fitzpatricks Garage Group, with its focus on genuine excellent service, honest and transparent dealing, great products and committed staff, have grown dramatically and successfully. Over the last 5 years Fitzpatricks have invested significantly in re-developing all their Sales and After-sales facilities to become one of the most advanced and progressive motor groups in Ireland. With further expansion planned, Fitzpatricks today employ 110 excellent people and have a turnover in excess of €80 million.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Automotive
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Custom built content management system for Used Car Listings, Search and Features
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: June 2009 (on-going)
Macroom Motors
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Macroom Motor Services has been trading as a main Toyota Dealer in County Cork since 1973. As well as being one of the largest sellers of new Toyota and used vehicles (passenger and commercial) in the country, Macroom Motors also offer full service facilities, including an NCT bay for pre NCT tests and a fully equipped Body repair shop.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Automotive
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Custom built content management system for Used Car Listings, Search and Features
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP,
Completion date: June 2009
Shandon Travel
- Branding
- Content and Copy
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Shandon Travel is one of Ireland's leading travel agents and tour operators with over 35 years experience in the industry. Shandon Travel comprises of 8 retail shops and tour operating divisions to France, Dubai, South & Central America, India and the Caribbean. We have developed a number of websites for Shandon Travel - their flagship site being Travel247.ie.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Tourism & Travel
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: ASP, CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, Java, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, , XML
Completion date: May 2009 (on-going)
DPS Engineering
- Development
DPS is a leading Project Management and Engineering Company serving industry around the world for over 30 years. Our reputation is based on forming successful partnerships with our clients, providing them with innovative designs and cost effective solutions in the context of sound judgment, strong management and technical excellence.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Manufacturers & Engineers
Content managed (CMS): No
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: April 2009
Cork Cancer Research Centre
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Cork Cancer Research Centre is dedicated to developing preventative measures and therapies for cancer patients. Key to the success of CCRC is the clear collaboration between cancer clinicians and scientists focused on a single purpose, advancing new treatments through research.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Non-profit Organisation
Industry: Not for profit / Charity
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla Content Management System
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, , XML
Completion date: February 2009 (on-going)
Carryout Off Licences
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Carry Out, Ireland's leading off licence franchise, began in 2003 and today has more than 60 stores nationwide with ambitious plans for 2009 to increase this number further.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Food & Drink
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 3
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, , XML
Completion date: January 2009 (on-going)
Cork Opera House
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Cork Opera House seeks to serve its city and surrounding region as a municipal theatre, offering its audiences a world class programme of events across all disciplines in the performing arts. Southern Ireland’s premiere venue for the best in Irish and international concerts, comedy, drama, dance, family fare and opera.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Entertainment
Content managed (CMS): No
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, PHP
Completion date: January 2009 (on-going)
Boardwalk Bar & Grill
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
The Boardwalk Bar & Grill is an 8,000 square foot new property tastefully designed with rich wood and leather panelling tinged with traditional liscaner stone. Classic and affluent American style finishes with an Irish touch.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Food & Drink
Content managed (CMS): No
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, , XML
Completion date: November 2008 (on-going)
Heritage Hampers
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Heritage Hampers Limited (trading as Heritage Hampers & Gifts) was established in 1994 by Cork businesswoman Sarah Galvin. Over the past fourteen years, Heritage Hampers & Gifts has become the leading supplier of Christmas hampers in Ireland and is widely acknowledged as the innovator within the market.
Languages: N/A
Project type: E-commerce
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Food & Drink
Content managed (CMS): No
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, , XML
Completion date: May 2008 (on-going)
Kevin O'Leary Group
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Kevin O’Leary Group was established in 1963 by Kevin O’Leary. The company is now run by Kevin Senior and his sons Kevin and John. Kevin O’Leary Group operates primarily in the motor retail and motor leasing business. More recently the Group has further developed its retail food-store and forecourt businesses.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Automotive
Content managed (CMS): No
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, , XML
Completion date: April 2008 (on-going)
Diocese of Cork & Ross
- Development
The Diocese of Cork and Ross includes Cork city, west Cork and most of mid Cork on the south side of the river Lee. The diocese also extends eastwards to Glounthaune and north-east to Watergrasshill. The Diocese is comprised of two previously separate dioceses.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Non-profit Organisation
Industry: Not for profit / Charity
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, Java, JavaScript, mySQL, , XML
Completion date: January 2008 (on-going)
Cork GAA Clubs Draw
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
The Cork GAA Clubs Draw commenced in 1992 following the Purchase of Páirc Uí Rinn by the Cork County Board. It had three main aims: * To develop Páirc Uí Rinn as a modern stadium * To provide the CLCG Chorcaí with funds for coaching and youth development throughout the County * To provide Clubs with finance to fund their ongoing developments both on and off the field There is over €575,000 in prizes and you can your tickets online!
Languages: N/A
Project type: E-commerce
Organisation category: Non-profit Organisation
Industry: Sports & Leisure
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: Realex Payments
Number of people who worked on this project: 1
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP, , XML
Completion date: September 2007 (on-going)
The Southern Star
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
The Southern Star is a weekly newspaper covering the areas of South, East, Mid and West Cork. Established in 1889, it is the largest selling newspaper in the county with a readership of over 50,000.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Media & Communication
Content managed (CMS): No
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, , XML
Completion date: May 2007 (on-going)
Animal Care Society Cork
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
The aim of the Animal Care Society is stated in its name, to try and provide care to all animals in Cork City and County that require it. We are almost entirely made up of volunteers who give their time and effort to help animals.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Basic (Static)
Organisation category: Non-profit Organisation
Industry: Not for profit / Charity
Content managed (CMS): No
CMS Description: N/A
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 3
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, JavaScript
Completion date: January 2007
Reviews
We had problems with our domain registration and Fireball Media took over, sorted out the problems and designed a superb site. They were on hand any time we encountered a problem.
We spoke to various web design companies but only Fireball Media were able to guarantee to produce the site we wanted, on-time and within budget.
One only needs to check out our website to see what a fantastic job Fireball Media can do! I have nothing but praise for Fireball Media. Jaclyn the proprietor is extremely efficient, innovative, friendly, and without question determined to suit her clients needs. She designed a website that is simple (uncluttered), effective and most importantly user friendly. Incredibly our website was online and fully functional within a month.
Since our launch date in April 2004 our website has received nothing but praise. Michael Viney of The Irish Times newspaper said it was a 'most attractive and informative website'. Most importantly for our Project this website has revolutionised our two-way communication with our volunteer network.
I am very proud of our website, Fireball Media did a wonderful job.
Childaid have been working with Fireball Media for a number of years now. We have always found them pleasant to deal with and prompt in response to any query.
In particular we have had great success this year with the ezine that Fireball designed for us. Inexpensive to get done, and easy to manage we have had a great response from the ezine, and it has already recouped the original layout.
We bought our domain name and needed a web site up quickly as we did not have any web presence. Fireball Media produced a draft within a week of receiving the brief and the site was up and running two weeks later.
We have happily recommended Fireball Media to our members and contacts as Fireball Media are a pleasure to work with.
I contacted Fireball Media less than a month ago with an idea in mind for a website. In business these days to be up there with a chance at all especially in this current climate I believe you have to have a website. Jaclyn Ward founder/owner of Fireball Media quickly identified the type of site that I required and within a ten day period start to finish produced a site that is already bringing in revenue. I had at least five quotes before I went to Fireball, these quotes were double the price to what fireball charged me.
Take a look at my site! Designed with modern computer technology. Totally professional and a credit to Jaclyn Ward and her team at Fireball Media.
Thank you!
We recently used Fireball Media to re-design and develop our website: www.velopi.com.
It was an excellent experience. They were very clear on scope, time and cost involved. They provided regular status updates and delivered a quality product as per the original plan. I would have absolutely no hesitation using Fireball Media again or recommending them to other businesses.
Our original website was outdated and extremely hard to navigate, so we decided to redevelop it. After one meeting with Fireball Media, Jaclyn produced a highly professional, excellent and efficient site, which exceeded all our expectations. The site was completed and on the web within 3 weeks of our first meeting. She also spent time teaching us how to update all aspects of the new website and is still on hand to answer any questions and help fix any problems we might encounter.
I have recommended Fireball Media to a number of people who saw our website, and each is equally impressed by Jaclyn's efficient, inexpensive service. We have also received numerous emails from our patrons, congratulating us on a great site.
Fold Media's history is laid out in print! The company has produced magazines, brochures and other print products for a range of clients. We have also served the needs of the Catholic Church in Cork and Ross Diocese for print media.
However, when the time came to develop a new website for the Diocese, we needed expert help. Producing a website for the church is a challenging project which requires more than the ability to copy and paste code. Fireball Media had to stand back and analyse the complexity of the back-end of the site and retain simplicity for the site visitor.
Reaction to the new site has been very positive and is testament to the fact that Ruth's patience with a multi-faceted site that includes all aspects of church life has won out. The new site is testament to Fireball Media's wide-ranging abilities
We found Fireball Media very professional, creative, intuitive & pleasant to work with, an asset to anyone serious about their business. Considering the amount of information we provided, Fireball Media were able to deliver exactly what we had in mind, based on the theme of our company. Ken Browne, Sales/IT Director
Jaclyn and all the team at Fireball Media did an amazing job of re-designing the new look Fitzpatricks Garage website. We wanted a fresh, professional, informative, user friendly, interactive site that empowered the navigator when browsing our site.
Fireball delivered on every level, from quotation to finished design, they were fantastic to work with and the aftercare they provide is second to none. Jaclyn and Fireball are a pleasure to work with and I look forward to the next project I undertake with them by my side.
May I take this opportunity to say a heartfelt thank you to you and your staff at Fireball Media. Since the very day in June 2006 that our website went live we had compliments about the design and layout of our website.
There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that the success of our website is in no small measure due to the effort and professionalism shown by Fireball Media in both the original design concept and the ongoing support which your company has provided to us.
I would like to specifically mention the contribution made by your designer, Ms. Ruth Egan for whom no effort was too much to help us in keeping the site fresh and up-to-date. Due to the nature of our work we often need emergency assistance at unsociable hours and Ruth has always been able to help us at very short notice. Please express our gratitude to her, with staff of that caliber Fireball Media deserves all the success the future will undoubtedly bring you.
Dominick Murphy
Web Designer
Some people say he sees 1's and 0's in his sleep and that he can perform a google search with just his eyeballs. All we know is...he's called Dom.
Our resident SEO guru and web designer extraordinaire.
Jaclyn Ward
Managing Director
Jaclyn, our Managing Director and Founder, leads the Fireball team and has overseen hundreds of site launches for clients ranging from small start-up companies to large international corporations.
With more than a decade of experience in the industry, Jaclyn has a passion for beautiful web design, attention to detail... and fast cars.
Jaclyn currently heads up the Wexford office, which opened in (August) 2008.
Ruth Egan
Senior Web Designer
Ruth has been making websites for almost half a decade, and has been with Fireball as senior web designer for the last three years.
She's a self proclaimed "internet addict, computer nerd and costume connoisseur". She'll build you a shiny web app or design a gorgeous site for you.
WWDC:
What's your name and position in the company?
Fireball Media Web Design:
”Ruth Egan, Senior Web Designer”
WWDC:
Describe your company in 5 words.
Fireball Media Web Design:
”Friendly, Expert, Professional, Enthusiastic, Forward-Thinking”
WWDC:
What's your business philosophy?
Fireball Media Web Design:
”We know that a website is a business tool - its needs to work for the client but more importantly for the users. If a site is easy to use and useful, then people will keep coming back for more. Of course a beautiful design will hold everything together!”
WWDC:
Describe your office environment.
Fireball Media Web Design:
”Creative and relaxed, part of a growing local community, full of ideas”
WWDC:
Describe how your team interact and work together.
Fireball Media Web Design:
”A fairly small team, so we work closely on every project. We collaborate on many projects but usually a client will get a very personal experience, dealing with one individual from the start to the finish of a project.”
WWDC:
What makes you different from other web design companies?
Fireball Media Web Design:
”We are extremely professional and thorough in our approach - no angle or detail is over looked. Can't get your web designer on the phone? Are they too busy to even answer your emails? Do they lose interest in your project after the initial spec is completed? You won't encounter these problems with us. ”
WWDC:
How do you get the majority of your business?
Fireball Media Web Design:
”A large proportion of our business comes through referrals. This shows how willing our clients are to refer us to their own customers, contacts, friends and even family.”
WWDC:
What computers do you have use in your offices, PCs or Macs?
Fireball Media Web Design:
”PC”
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