Can we be involved in the design process?
Absolutely. We believe collaboration is the key to any successful project. You’ll be involved through workshops, design reviews, and feedback at every key milestone.
What is a discovery consultation, and why do I need one for my project?
A discovery consultation is an initial meeting where we discuss your project's goals, requirements, and challenges. It helps us understand your needs and craft a tailored solution.
Are discovery consultations only for large projects, or can I schedule one for a smaller project too?
Discovery consultations are essential for projects of all sizes, from small website updates to extensive digital transformations.
Are your workshops suitable for new website or system development projects?
Absolutely - in fact, we strongly recommend a discovery workshop at the start of any major bespoke web development or system project. These sessions help us understand your business needs, user requirements, technical specifications, and content strategy. They also ensure all stakeholders are aligned before the project begins, helping to avoid costly scope changes or delays later down the line.
Can Hydra Creative assist with employee training during the digital transformation process?
Yes, we offer training programs to help your workforce adapt to your new digital tools and processes, ensuring a smooth transition and maximising the benefits of digital transformation.
Can Hydra Creative help with scriptwriting and storyboarding for our video project?
Yes, our experienced team can assist with scriptwriting and storyboarding to ensure your corporate video effectively communicates your message and aligns with your brand's goals.
Can Hydra Creative help with video SEO to increase our video's visibility online?
Yes, we offer video production SEO services to optimise your video content for search engines. This includes keyword research, metadata optimisation, and strategic video distribution to enhance its discoverability.
Can Hydra Creative integrate our video content with our overall marketing strategy?
Absolutely. We believe in a holistic approach to marketing, and we can seamlessly integrate your video content with your broader marketing campaign strategy, ensuring consistent messaging and maximum impact across all channels.
Can I adjust the scope of the retainer as my business needs evolve?
Absolutely. Our retainers are designed to be flexible, allowing you to adjust the scope of services based on your evolving business requirements and marketing objectives.
Can I choose only the services I need from an integrated agency?
Absolutely! Integrated digital marketing agencies are designed to be flexible, allowing you to choose the specific services that align with your project goals and budget. Whether you need SEO management, PPC management, social media management, branding, graphic design services, video production, or bespoke web development, you can tailor the support to fit your needs.
Can I request multiple discovery consultations for different projects or phases?
Yes, you can schedule discovery consultations for multiple projects or phases, allowing us to address each one individually.
Can I update my website content myself?
Yes. We provide a user-friendly content management system and training so you can easily update your content, images, and manage eCommerce functions in-house.
Can a digital marketing agency adapt to my specific industry and business needs?
Absolutely. Here at Hydra Creative, we pride ourselves on developing bespoke strategies that are shaped around your industry, target audience, and long-term business goals. Our team conducts in-depth research to fully understand your market landscape, allowing us to create marketing campaigns that are not only creative but also commercially effective.
If you’re thinking about partnering with a digital SEO agency, our guide on 5 things to ask yourself before working with one is a great starting point to help you prepare for a successful collaboration.
Can an integrated agency handle both small and large-scale projects?
Yes, integrated agencies are equipped to handle projects of all sizes. Whether you need an update for WordPress websites, bespoke websites or a comprehensive digital transformation, they have the expertise to deliver.
Can content marketing help generate leads and conversions?
Yes, content marketing services can include lead generation tactics like gated content (e.g., ebooks or webinars). By offering valuable resources in exchange for user information, you can build a pool of potential customers.
Can existing software systems be integrated with bespoke solutions?
Yes, we have over a decade of expertise in bespoke web development software to seamlessly integrate with your existing systems, ensuring data continuity and efficiency.
Can social media help with lead generation?
Absolutely. With strategic paid campaigns and strong calls-to-action, social media can be a powerful lead generation tool.
Can the app integrate with our current systems?
Absolutely. We regularly connect mobile apps to CRMs, bespoke systems, payment platforms, booking engines, and more using secure APIs.
Can the retainer be customised to specific business needs?
Yes, our retainers are fully customisable to align with your specific digital marketing strategy goals and business objectives. We assess your unique needs and create tailored strategies that focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
Can you create an eCommerce site for my business?
Yes. We build custom eCommerce websites and provide bespoke website design tailored to your products, audience, and operations. Whether it’s WooCommerce or a custom-built solution, we create secure, scalable online stores.
Can you help us with local SEO / international SEO / ecommerce SEO?
Absolutely. Whether you're targeting your local area, breaking into new markets, or running an eCommerce store, we've got proven strategies tailored to each. Our local SEO agency team is experienced across sectors and knows how to get the right traffic through the door—wherever that door might be.
Can you work with our existing brand guidelines?
Definitely. We’re experienced in creating a variety of assets from print brochures to full site designs, utilising existing brand guidelines.
Do you offer a fixed package, or is it completely bespoke?
It’s entirely bespoke. We tailor each executive solution to the individual business based on your goals, challenges, and internal resources. This allows us to build a solution that’s aligned with your structure, pace of delivery, and commercial objectives, with flexibility to evolve as your needs change.
Do you work with businesses outside Sheffield?
Absolutely. While our headquarters are in Sheffield, we work with clients across the UK and internationally. Our processes and communication tools make remote collaboration smooth and effective.
How can animation help my business stand out?
Animation is a highly versatile and engaging format that can boost understanding, improve retention, and capture attention where static content might be overlooked. Whether you’re educating employees, pitching to clients, or running a social campaign, animation helps you communicate clearly and creatively, leaving a stronger impression on your audience.
How can video content benefit my website's SEO?
Video content can improve your website's SEO by increasing user engagement and dwell time and reducing bounce rates. Search engines consider these factors when ranking websites, potentially leading to higher search engine rankings for your website.
To learn how to maximise the impact of your video content, take a look at our guide on getting the most out of your videos on a website
How long does it take to see results from PPC?
PPC management can drive traffic almost instantly once your ads are live. However, it typically takes a few weeks of testing and optimisation to see consistent performance and gather enough data to refine your campaign for better ROI.
How much does SEO cost, and what’s included?
The cost of SEO depends on your business size, industry, and goals. Our SEO management services typically include a full website audit, keyword research, technical SEO, on-page optimisation, content support, and monthly reporting. We’ll provide a tailored quote that aligns with your objectives and budget.
What CMS platforms do you support?
We work with WordPress websites and bespoke PHP websites, adapting our approach to suit your platform and structure.
What are the key elements of a successful UX design project?
A successful UX design project involves understanding user needs, conducting research, creating user personas, wireframing, prototyping, usability testing, and iterative design improvements.
What graphic design services do you offer?
We offer a whole host of graphic design services, from brochure design to bespoke website design. We create designs that engage with audiences and drive business goals. Can’t see what you’re looking for on our website? Contact our team for a free initial consultation and see how our digital marketing agency can support you.
Why is SEO important in our content strategies?
SEO is integral to Hydra Creative’s content marketing services because it goes beyond increasing visibility – it drives targeted traffic to your website. By optimising content with relevant keywords and strategic structure, we ensure that your content not only engages you audience but also converts visitors into leads.