Andy Smith - Creative Director at Mr Smith Creative.

Mr Smith Creative

Big ideas. Small setup.

I am Andy Smith, a creative director, designer, brand consultant and the founder of Mr Smith Creative, based near Edinburgh. I work directly with businesses, charities and social enterprises to build stronger brands through clear thinking, smart design and practical marketing.

With over 20 years of industry experience and nine years running my own studio, I bring strategic direction and hands on creativity to every project. Before starting my own business, I worked in some of Scotland’s leading design and advertising studios, learning from award winning creative directors and helping shape national campaigns.

What I do
I offer a full mix of creative services, tailored to your needs:

  • Create or refresh your brand identity

  • Develop your messaging and tone of voice

  • Design campaigns and marketing content

  • Lead workshops and brand strategy sessions

  • Graphic design in print and digital

  • Deliver creative consultancy or one off support

How I work
What sets me apart is a straightforward approach. I make the process feel clear and manageable, whether it is brand strategy, campaign delivery or creative consultancy. I believe in strong ideas, clear communication and work that makes a difference.

Along the way, my work has been recognised with a number of industry awards. More important to me are the long term relationships I build with clients who care about what they do and want to communicate it well.

Awards and recognition

  • 2025: Marketing Society Scotland Star Awards (with Transform Creative) – Finalist, Marketing in Society

  • 2023: British MADE Awards – Winner, Best Brand Creative Agency, East Lothian

  • 2021: D&AD Professional Awards (with Transform Creative) – Future Impact Initiative Winner,

  • 2021: The Roses – Finalist, Best Art Direction

  • 2020: The Nods – Finalist, Best Creative

  • 2019: The Nods – Finalist, Best Creative and Best Creative Entrepreneur

  • 2017: Scottish Creative Awards (with Denvir Marketing) – Winner, Best Art Direction and Best Corporate Identity; Winner, Best Use of Photography; Finalist, Best Press Ad

  • 2016: Scottish Creative Awards (with Denvir Marketing) – Finalist, Best Website Design; Highly Commended, Most Innovative Use of Media and Best Design Strategy

  • 2015: Scottish Creative Awards (with Denvir Marketing) – Finalist, Best Trade Press Ad; Highly Commended, Best Use of Direct Mail and Best Use of Illustration

  • 2015: International Dream Awards (with Denvir Marketing) – Commendation, Most Innovative Use of Direct Marketing

  • 2014: Kelpies Design and Illustration Prize – Shortlisted

  • 2013: NSA Teaching Excellence Awards (with Edinburgh Napier University) – Finalist, Best Tutor and Best Feedback

  • 2009: Marketing Star Awards (with Tangible Communications) – Gold, Direct Marketing Campaign

A little more about me

Outside the studio, I am a dad, a drone pilot and practise traditional Japanese karate. I also lecture in design and run workshops on branding and communication.

Let us work together

If you need creative direction, brand consultancy or help bringing an idea to life, get in touch.