Frenzy Creative started to make mascots in 2004. By 2006 the company was formalised and from then on the Company has grown into one of the biggest independent mascot and character costume businesses in the UK - producing unique costumes for clients all over the globe. We now have a team of thirty people with various skill sets producing over one thousand mascots every year for some of the biggest names you can imagine.
We're based a cotton mill that was first opened in 1937. We occupy the majority of the fifth floor and have a spacious environment that encompasses the key areas of the business: pattern creation, pattern cutting, sewing, prop making, fabric printing and 3D design.
We were the first mascot producer to offer:
3D mascot design
In-house embroidery
In-house dye sublimation fabric printing
Our staff are key to our success and development. They are innovative and flexible - meaning we can in turn work hard to meet even the most exacting of client needs.
They are the most creative and experienced 'makers' in the industry. They tirelessly strive for creative perfection and work so hard to meet deadlines! Here we present some of our team:
Simon Roberts - Creative Director & Founder
is a Fine Arts Graduate and worked as a Theatre Designer for many years. The creative force behind Frenzy, Simon has worked within various organisations in a creative costume environment.
Rob Ferrie - Director & Founder
is a marketing professional with years of experience Agency and client side with organisations such as Next plc and News International; Rob formed Frenzy Creative with Simon in 2004 whilst still being a Director of a small marketing organisation.
Rennie McFarlane - Director
has experience of working 'Agency Side' with a variety of blue chip clients. Rennie now co-ordinates all of Frenzy's client project activity and works closely with the various teams to ensure that our clients not only receive a great product, but also good service.
Loren - Creative
Loren is one of the most experienced makers of mascot costumes in the United Kingdom. She has been working in the industry for over 25 years and has been integral to the establishment of the business.
Liz - Creative & 3D Graphics
Liz is one of the most dedicated and meticulous creatives. She has been heavily involved in the evolution of Frenzy's 3D graphic offering and was Frenzy's first full-time employee.
Yas - Pattern Maker
Yas' energy and exuberance prevails not only in her temperament but also in the work she does for Frenzy. She is tireless in all respects and commits herself to each project until it's absolutely 100% right.
Caroline - Creative
Caroline was an early member of the team and is now one of our most established and accomplished prop makers. Caroline is a true team player and her sense of humour is almost second to none!
Barbara - Sewing Team
Barbara is the most experienced of the sewing team and brings years of invaluable experience to the business. She is also a key point of guidance and support for the other team members
Matt - Logistics
Matthew is responsible for creative work (assisting in the assembly of mascot costume heads), liaising with all shipping companies and for our refurbishment operation.
Rebecca - Creative
Rebecca joined Frenzy in 2012 and has become one of the key members of our Creative team.
In many aspects of our business we try to be good...
If you share our desire to be kind to the planet, then think carefully about your choice of supplier: a "green" policy is not only an indicator of an ethical stance, but a fair approach to their business relationships in general - including treating staff with respect.
We have helped many charities over the years and whilst we cannot always provide free product, we certainly try and help good causes. We also work in the Education sector providing an insight into the world of design for kids who wouldn't necessarily have that opportunity.
Our Aspirations:
Avoidance of printed materials - paperless office, no printed brochures are produced and all of our invoicing is electronic
We estimate that around 90% of our manufacturing waste materials are either recycled back into production or donated to local schools or scrap projects
Wherever possible materials are sourced from local suppliers and companies with ethical manufacturing policies
We try to avoid the use of glues and solvents containing V.O.C's (Volatile Organic Compounds)
We are a small company and manage our use of energy resources carefully
We strongly support charities and subsidise Local Authority orders and donate costumes regularly.
The copious amounts of coffee and tea we drink are Fair Trade
Here are some of the most recent features about us and our mascot costumes:
Manchester Evening News reports on the growth of our business.
EN the Magazine for Entrepreneurs feature on Frenzy Creative
Further work with Cheshire East Council producing their Cheshire Cat!
BBC Feature regarding Brymbo Man created for Wrexham Museum
Salford City Reds' Neville the Devil Rugby Mascot Costume
John Rylands' Library Dragon Costume/ Mascot costume
Sheffield Eagles Rugby Mascot Costume
We have an active and organically recruited following on Facebook. Our work colleagues, friends and clients follow the posts about our new projects, the latest publicity, and what we get up to. It's a great place to have a look at us in a less formal light - so why not head over to Facebook now and see what we've been up to most recently
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As the company continues to grow, we are always happy to hear from prospective employees with relevant skills and experience. Ideally we are looking for staff who are looking for a new challenge - to work in a refreshing and liberating environment in a business that's growing fast. If you are a prop maker, a cutter, a machinist or a marketing professional, then please email us with your details and we can arrange a time to talk. All applications for employment are dealt with confidentially.