Red-Fern Media Solutions
UK > North West > Altham
Red-Fern Media Solutions, Web design, Web Development, Content Management Systems.
Red-Fern Media Solutions is a professional web design, web development and online marketing company, we have everything you are looking for to create a successful online presence. Not only do we supply visually stunning websites but the web development, online marketing and search engine optimisation services we offer will also get you noticed.
Clients and Projects
Industry Sectors:
Sports & Leisure, Public Sector, Consumer Services, Retail, Professional Services, Health & Beauty, Building & Construction
Tends to work with:
Entrepreneur, Public Sector, Private Companies, SMEs
General location of clients: All UK, Europe
What We Have Achieved
Latest Review
9 September 2010
Craig Taylor at Taylor Shoes (nw)Ltd
When we were looking for our website to promote our new business we were given some recommended design companies by the busness development organisation of east lancashire, after researching them one company...
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Interview
WWDC:
Describe your company in 5 words.
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Professional Web Design Company”
WWDC:
Where do you see your company in 10 years time?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Employing another 10-20 people and still developing excellent websites and software products. And retaining all of our customers with good relationships.”
WWDC:
How was your company name chosen?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Because it was my surname, but I did play around with the spelling slightly to make it look a little more appealing.”
What We Do?
- Branding
- Design
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
- Video Production
Technologies Used:
CSS, Flash, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
CMS Used:
Open Source
Full Joomla and Virtuemart Professionals. We develop custom Joomla and Virtuemart templates, components, modules and plugins.
Company Overview
Languages Spoken:
English
No. of Employees: 1-5
Established: 2002
Joined WWDC: 30 July 2009
Omega Fire
- Design
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Video Production
- Development
Fire Safety and Fire Engineering Company
Languages: English
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: SME
Industry: Professional Services
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla
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: February 2010 (on-going)
Price: 1250 GBP
Tillie Mint
- Branding
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Online Retailer for personalised children's clothing
Languages: English
Project type: E-commerce
Organisation category: SME
Industry: Retail
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla & Virtuemart
Online Payment System: Paypal, Paypal, Payment Pro, Google Checkout
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: November 2009 (on-going)
Live4Shoes.com
- Branding
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Online Shoe retailer, selling mens, womens and childrens shoes online.
Languages: English
Project type: E-commerce
Organisation category: SME
Industry: Retail
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla & Virtuemart
Online Payment System: PayPal, Google Checkout
Number of people who worked on this project: 3
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: November 2009 (on-going)
Bike4it
- Branding
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Online Retailer selling Land Rover Mountain Bikes.
Languages: English
Project type: E-commerce
Organisation category: Entrepreneur
Industry: Retail
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla & Virtuemart
Online Payment System: PayPal Pro
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: August 2009 (on-going)
RM Fitness
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Video Production
- Development
Personal Trainers/Fitness Instructors
Languages: English
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: SME
Industry: Health & Beauty
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla & Virtuemart
Online Payment System: Paypal
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: July 2009 (on-going)
Triumpha
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Executive Coaching & Leadership
Languages: English
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: SME
Industry: Professional Services
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: June 2009 (on-going)
Save & Raise
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Gas and Electricity Price Comparison site with savings for Charities.
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Private Company
Industry: Consumer Services
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: June 2009
Protech Sealants
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Concrete Sealants and Block Paving Products
Languages: English
Project type: E-commerce
Organisation category: SME
Industry: Building & Construction
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla & Virtuemart
Online Payment System: Paypal
Number of people who worked on this project: 2
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: May 2009 (on-going)
B-Sure - NHS
- Branding
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
Sexual Health for the NHS
Languages: English
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Public Sector
Industry: Health & Beauty
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 3
Technologies used: CSS, (X)HTML, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: March 2009 (on-going)
Washington Hall - Lancashire Fire & Rescue
- Hosting
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Video Production
- Development
Washington Hall - Lancashire Fire & Rescue, Content Managed Website
Languages: All European Languages
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Public Sector
Industry: Public Sector
Content managed (CMS): Yes
CMS Description: Joomla Content Managed Website and Bespoke template Design.
Online Payment System: N/A
Number of people who worked on this project: 3
Technologies used: CSS, Flash, JavaScript, mySQL, PHP
Completion date: March 2009 (on-going)
Conrad Rautenbach
- Branding
- Design
- Hosting
- Online Marketing
- Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
- Development
World Rally Driver Conrad Rautenbach
Languages: N/A
Project type: Content Managed
Organisation category: Entrepreneur
Industry: Sports & Leisure
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
Completion date: February 2009 (on-going)
Reviews
When we were looking for our website to promote our new business we were given some recommended design companies by the busness development organisation of east lancashire, after researching them one company stood head and shoulders above the rest, that was Red-fern media.
We arranged a meeting to duscuss what design and features we wanted, and within days of giving them the basic idea's we wanted, we were invited to a first draft, i must say we were knocked over by what had been achieved in such a short time, and with our input, everything we needed was customised for us in a short space of time.
The fact that we can add features at any time, and at quite short notice is great for us, our website can be adapted to our business as it changes, and we are never stuck with a fixed website that can no longer provide what we and our customers need.
In short, help is always a text or phonecall away which is comforting should i problem arise, we can recommend Red-fern media without reservation, for a great website solution that does not break the bank.
Craig and kirsty Taylor, Directors of Live4shoes.com
I found Red-Fearn Media Solutions to be a great company to work with in designing our website. We were very demanding customers as we had a clear understanding of what we wanted the site to achieve; Red-Fearn were always paitient and considerate of our requirements whilst providing excelolent technical advice in helping us to realise our vision. We are extremely satisfied with the website and have had a great deal of positive feedback from our clients relating to it; in a number of cases the first impression created by the site has been the difference allowed us to win work over larger more established competitors. I would highly recommend Red-Fearn Media to anyone considering a web design company.
Mark Egan
Director Omega Fire Engineering Ltd.
Red-Fern media solutions are a fantastic company, they are friendly, efficient, & approachable at all times.
They considered our needs as a new business, and they listened to what we wanted from our website.
They are patient & easy to talk too and from someone who is not really literate in website design & set-up they made sure we understood in simple terms what would work best for us and the reason why.
Through out the whole set-up of our website we were kept up to date & involved with the whole process & even though our website is now up and running, if we ever have any problems or need help, Sean and his team at Red-Fern Media are at the end of the phone to make sure your questions or problems are solved.
Most importantly the outcome is a brilliant looking website, easy to use for us as a business and also for our customers, and we got exactly what we wanted for a fantastic price.
Red-Fern Media Solutions designed us a bespoke site for our Chlamydia Screening programme, aimed at Young people under 25. The site is perfect for this age group with relevant images and colours, and young people like it.
The site is a success as young people are using it to order the screening kits online themselves.
There is also complex searches built in to find where the young person's nearest testin site is using postcode searches.
Sean met us personally on numerous occasssions to discuss our needs and options, and was quick to respond and update our site accordingly. He was very flexible and we found him approachable and easy to work with.We used Redfern because they are part of a Media Village and we use the other company, Academy Print and Design for posters and marketing materials. The whole package of services is great-and all from a local site.
Ashif Patel
Lead Designer
(I'm the one on the left). I've been designing websites for over 6 years now and still get a buzz, when customers are happy with their websites.
Nick Oakley
Sales Director
I've worked in the media industry for over 8 years and since working with Red-Fern Media, developing websites and giving customers online solutions for their businesses has become an exciting job.
Sean Redfearn
Lead Developer
I love web design, but most of all I love getting the results on the search engines. Apart from being a bit of a geek with computers, I love racing motorbikes.
WWDC:
What's your name and position in the company?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Sean Redfearn - Lead Developer”
WWDC:
Describe your company in 5 words.
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Professional Web Design Company”
WWDC:
What's your business philosophy?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Design & Develop, Professional, functional Websites that will give the customer what they want. At an affordable price. ”
WWDC:
Describe your office environment.
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Motivated, Professional and Calm”
WWDC:
Describe how your team interact and work together.
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”We work as a team, no one person has the upper hand. We take on projects then plan, design and develop then execute exactly what the customer requires.”
WWDC:
What makes you different from other web design companies?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Affordable and Professional, not a one man band trying to be a web designer.”
WWDC:
How do you get the majority of your business?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Online and Referrals”
WWDC:
Describe how you manage projects from the initial client contact to completion and handover.
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Ask the client what they require, then concept, design, agree the design, develop and deploy with full customer backup.”
WWDC:
What do you think is the most crucial element of creating a good client relationship?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”The ability to communicate in plain english and not technical jargon. Make sure the client understands the project they require and that we will deliver on time.”
WWDC:
How do you manage demanding clients?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”With a calming voice. Only joking, we make sure they have confidence in us all the way through the project. At no point do we increase our volume, we make sure all parties understand the project.”
WWDC:
If a client was trying to decide between a shortlist of web design companies, how would you recommend they go about selecting the right one for them?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”We would ask them to decide on a maximum budget for their project and then make a shortlist of the web design companies, that can deliver the project for that budget. Also make sure they see previous projects from the shortlisted companies.”
WWDC:
Where do you see your company in 10 years time?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Employing another 10-20 people and still developing excellent websites and software products. And retaining all of our customers with good relationships.”
WWDC:
Where do you see the web design industry in the future?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Even more competitive than it is now. Prices for websites are having to come down, due to the number of freelancers/smaller companies that think they can deliver cost effective, professional websites.”
WWDC:
What computers do you have use in your offices, PCs or Macs?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Both PC and Mac”
WWDC:
How was your company name chosen?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Because it was my surname, but I did play around with the spelling slightly to make it look a little more appealing.”
WWDC:
If you were to give your clients one tip on how to get the most from their website what would it be?
Red-Fern Media Solutions:
”Invest a couple of hours a week learning about the basics of running a website. If they can understand this they are well on the way to gaining traffic and customers.”