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ABOUT THE STUDIO
THE SQUAD
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ABOUT THE STUDIO
WHO WE ARE
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We are fresh. We are innovative. We are zesty. We are up for the challenge. We deliver mind-blowing concepts and design for print and web each time, every time. We are the brains of branding paving the ways for companies in need of a new personality, touch up or a new look all together. We aim for the top, and create in a friendly, inventive environment, and when we do it. We do it Sublime.
ABOUT THE STUDIO
LOCATION
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ABOUT THE STUDIO
STUDIO
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ABOUT THE STUDIO
URL
sublime.design
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ABOUT THE STUDIO
SERVICES
Whatever the inquiry we have the squad to smash the order. Branding Web Design and Development App Design Hosting Illustration Editorial Environmental
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ABOUT THE STUDIO
AUDIENCE
We’re ready to provide our services to a range of businesses. Local Businesses Travel and Tourism Food Technology Media Health and Fitness Property
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ABOUT THE STUDIO
PRINTERS
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ABOUT THE STUDIO
HOSTING
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We provide an all in one service with web design, development and hosting.
HOW WE WILL WORK
DEALING WITH CLIENTS
We will go out of our way to maintain client relationships. Maintain regular communication, and keep up to date with their ideas Treat no two clients the same Set up quartely events We will exceed their expectations.
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HOW WE WILL WORK
WORKING AS A TEAM
We want to build the perfect team to keep our business thriving. Only employ people who are better than us Employee benefits Clear policies set in place
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HOW WE WILL WORK
WINNING WORK
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The key is to spot design opportunities and communicate our vision clearly. We will arrange regular studio promotions We will share responsibility of finding new work and clients
HOW WE WILL WORK
EFFICIENT MANAGEMENT
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Time is money, so we will work out how to manage before tackling projects. Project management system Avoid clashing deadlines Create gantt charts
HOW WE WILL WORK
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Set terms and conditions to give to the client before any project starts. 3 Changes Included in Fee Additional Work Can be Done for Extra Cost Additional Cost for Ownership
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HOW WE WILL WORK
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
We will foster a team spirit by doing regular employee activities Charity Races Krispy Kreme Doughnuts on Monday Morning Briefings Duvet Day on Your Birthday Zorbing Outings Secret Santa Office Yoga Ping Pong / Air Hockey Table Friday Afternoons Dedicated to Personal Projects Monthly Bowling Tournament Smoothie Maker
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LLC
We are a limited liability company. Financial Security for Shareholders Company Has a Separate Entity to Owners Directors are the Main Shareholders of the Company Successful Business Management Platform
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SETTING UP
Important things to remember when launching up Register the Studio Obtain necessary liceness Protect ourselves with binding articles of association Alert the local and national tax offices Get the right insurance Check tenants obligations of office space
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BANKING
Setting up a business bank account and loan with Natwest. 2 Years Free Banking No Annual Fee on Business Credit Cards for First 12 Months 15% off Business Insurance for First Year No Loan Arrangement Fees ÂŁ25,000 Loan A Fixed Rate Over 4 Years and 7.5% Interest
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SHOPPING LIST
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We made a shopping list of everything we will need in the studio. Stationary
Equipment
Extras
Furniture
Pens Pencils Rubbers Markers Files Paper Post-It Notes Paper Trimmer Staples/Stapler Diaries Notebooks Blue Tac Craft Mount Highlighters Ink
External Hard Drive Binding Machine Calculator Voice Recorder Projector Printer Fax Machine Scanner Binding Comb Machine Projector Screen Whiteboard Whiteboard Eraser Noteboard
Coffee And Tea Clock Wastebaskets Cleaning Products Fridge Kettle Microwave First Aid Fire Protection Health And Safety Law Poster Ping Pong Table Air Hockey Table Smoothie Maker
Chairs Waiting Area Computer Chairs Computer Desk Bins Desk Organisation Filing Cabinets Clock Storage Boxes
TOTAL
ÂŁ7319.55
SET UP COSTS
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We then calculated for further set up costs. £ Shopping List
7319.55
Business Insurance
423.16
Music License
126.56
iMac
1600.00
Server
1000.00
TOTAL
£10,469.27
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MONTHLY COSTS
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Our monthly costs will include the following... £ Rent
550.00
Gas and Electric Fixed Rate
80.00
Internet and Phone Line
45.00
Krispy Kreme (Weekly)
80.00
Yoga Instructor (Fortnightly)
50.00
Refreshments
20.00
Accountant
200.00
Loan Repayment
601.00
TOTAL
£1426
First Year Costs
TOTAL
£17,112
SALARY
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Aside from the monthly costs, we have our salary to go out. £ Staff Salary
Before Tax
TOTAL
22,500 x5
£112,500
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PROFIT BREAKDOWN
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From the costs, we worked out our rates and profit for the first year. £ Rates
110rph x 48wks, 5 days, 6hr days Inc. Vat
158,400 Hosting
2000 2000 NET PROFIT
£160,400 -
112,500 17,112
GROSS PROFIT
£30,800
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TIMELINE
1, 3, 5 YEARS TIME
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JANUARY
5 Employees Open Studio in Tower Works, Leeds Launch Website
YEAR 1 FEBRUARY
Start Bowling Tournament
MARCH
Moved to New Office At Victoria Wharf, 4 The Embankment, Sovereign Street Update Music License
YEAR 3 APRIL
Up To 30 Employees SEPTEMBER
Upgrade to Cloud Hosting MAY
YEAR 5 JUNE
Open New Office in New York Update Business Insurance to Cover Overseas
15 More Employees in Leeds Office JULY
10 Employees in New York Office
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