ORCA Wrapped 2023

And just like that, we're wrapping up another whirlwind year at ORCA! ?Life moves fast, but we took a moment to savour the small victories and reflect on the amazing journey we've had. So, without further ado, here’s a brief recap of 2023!

Certified B Corp Baby!?? ?

Our proudest achievement this year was earning our B Corp status, marking a commitment to being a force for good. We’ve got big ambitions for improving our impact score next year and can’t wait to see where this journey takes us. You can see our impact report here.

The Launch of our ‘Off the Clock’ Events?? ?

We hosted not one but two Off the Clock events this year, bringing business minds and creatives together to enjoy some out of hours inspiration. From B Corp wisdom in June to challenger brand stories in October, these events were a huge hit! Stay tuned for more Off the Clock events in the new year. Local Community Love? ? We love rolling up our sleeves and giving back, so we spent a day volunteering with Bristol’s ‘MAZI Project’, packing recipe boxes to support a local charity and our local community.

Cooking Up Good for Migrateful??

This year, we spiced things up with a unique partnership with Migrateful, committing to 12 months of pro-bono brand design for their entrepreneurs. From spicing up chilli sauce businesses to crafting unique brands for budding chefs, it has been a truly flavourful and rewarding collaboration.

Bruton Bonding?? ?

We ditched our keyboards for a wild team-building escapade in Bruton. What happened in Bruton stays in Bruton, but let's just say it involved teamwork, laughter, and a pizza party!

THREE New Recruits?? ?

Three cheers for our fantastic trio of new recruits! Amy, our ops wizard; Emily, our strategy maestro; and Jaye, our upcoming marketing guru. It’s safe to say the team is growing strong!

Baby Boom

Sending all our love to James and Amy for welcoming adorable additions to their families. With another arrival due next year ORCA's family keeps getting bigger and it’s a delight to be part of!

A Night at the ORCIES

Our very own Senior Creative, Max, lovingly crafted a collection of golden ‘ORCIES’ for a sparkling awards ceremony at our Christmas party. There wasn’t a dry eye left in the house by the end. Check out our Instagram stories for the hilarity, glitz and glamour!

ORCA's Brand Evolution Unveiled?? ?

We've been itching to share it, and it's finally here – the ORCA identity refresh! You can read more about the process here.

Quadmark Rebrand?

Quadmark got a facelift, and we loved every minute working on it! Check out their new look, brimming with dynamism and creativity to set them up for future growth. Check it out here.

Somerset County Council Campaign? ?

We collaborated on a compelling video campaign aimed at increasing much needed awareness about the widespread issue of domestic abuse, shedding light on the invaluable support provided by the Somerset Integrated Domestic Abuse Service (SIDAS).

Mental Health Campaign for a Serie A Football Club in Italy??

We can’t say too much about this due to contracts, but we were delighted to work on the strategy, core creative idea and creative roll out of a mental health campaign (and podcast) for a football club. The campaign showcased the strength in sharing stories to break the stigma and silence around mental health - especially in male dominant communities like football. It was a privilege to work on this as a team, and we loved being given a platform to make a positive impact on a global scale.

Continued Success with our Retained Clients?

This year has brought us exceptional opportunities with our valued retained clients, fostering great relationships that define the essence of our work at ORCA. As we reflect on the successes of the past, we eagerly anticipate the year ahead, poised to continue our support for both our existing clients as well as warmly welcoming new partnerships in the coming year. More on this below!

Ending the Year with a Toast!?

Hold onto your hats – we're raising a glass to a new partnership coming your way in the new year. Crumbs we are excited for this one!

A Huge Thank You to our Community!??? ?

To everyone who joined us on this incredible ride in 2023, thank you! Your collaboration and enthusiasm made this year truly special. Here's to 2024!

Christmas Closing Dates

We're taking a well deserved holiday break to recharge our creative batteries. The studio will be shut from close of play on Friday, December 22nd, and we'll be back in action on Tuesday, January 2nd.

Thanks! See you in 2024