Simon Diplock Creative

Freelance Graphic Design & Web Design in Brighton & Hove

Brand identities, custom websites, digital ads, and print campaigns for businesses across Brighton, Sussex, and beyond.

As a freelance graphic designer and web designer with over 35 years of experience working with top agencies around the world, I bring a direct approach to delivering human-centred marketing design and production solutions across all channels without the agency overhead.

Senior Freelance Creative Services for Ambitious Brands

A collaborative approach to delivering exceptional results.

I believe in working closely with clients to bring projects to life. It starts with getting to know your business, your goals and who you're up against. From there, we'll create a roadmap for success, bringing together the perfect mix of creativity and strategy.

Next, we collaborate through a structured process to refine and perfect every detail so there's no surprises, just clear communication and a commitment to delivering exactly what you need.

Once we've nailed it, I handle the launch and support, giving you everything you need to take your project forward with confidence.

Responsive Web Design & WordPress Development

Websites that convert visitors into customers.

I build fast, responsive websites engineered to convert search traffic into genuine enquiries and turn leads into customers. Guided by a step-by-step collaborative creative process (Discovery, Wireframing, Figma Design, WordPress Development), I combine clean code with intuitive layout structures. The final result delivers an exceptional user experience for your audience, all while keeping it simple for you or your team to add or edit pages, text, and images whenever needed.

UI/UX & Web Design

Clear, intuitive site layouts that guide visitors toward getting in touch.

WordPress Builds

Secure, scalable websites built with Divi or Elementor that are easy to update.

Technical SEO

Proper site architecture, fast load speeds, and clean code to ensure Google indexes your pages properly.

Web Maintenance & Support

Keeping your digital storefront updated, secure, and running smoothly.

Ready to Start Your Next Design or Web Project?

Drop me a line, I’d love to discuss how we can bring your ideas to life.

Strategic Graphic Design & Brand Identity Campaigns

Creative Campaigns designed for business success.

I create attention-grabbing visual campaigns that cut through the noise, designed specifically for print, digital, and social platforms to capture the perfect audience and make your brand stand out where it matters most.

Social Media Graphics

Branded assets for Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook campaigns.

Email Marketing Design

Custom MailChimp and HubSpot templates built for high engagement.

Art Direction

Setting a consistent visual tone for multi-channel product launches.

Copywriting & Messaging

Straightforward copy that speaks directly
to your customers.

Design & Web Insights for BETTER Business

Some practical tips on branding, user experience, and web development that I've picked-up along the way.

Frequently Asked Questions About My Creative Process

Do you have questions about how an independent creative partner operates? Below, you’ll find transparent answers regarding my workflow, timeline expectations, and custom development capabilities. Whether you are a local Brighton & Hove business or an international brand, these insights detail how a streamlined freelance approach delivers agency-level branding and web design results without the agency overhead.

Why choose an independent creative over a full-service creative agency?

Hiring a senior creative and web design professional gives you direct access to executive-level creative talent without the expensive agency overhead. Traditional creative agencies often pass the costs of project managers, office spaces, and account executives onto the client. By working directly with an independent freelance professional, your entire budget goes straight into premium branding and responsive code, ensuring absolute transparency, faster turnaround times, and direct communication from concept to launch.

Do you provide bespoke web design and custom WordPress development?

Yes. Every digital project is built completely from scratch using custom code and robust Content Management Systems (CMS) tailored to your exact business goals. Whether you need a high-converting landing page, an e-commerce platform, or a corporate portfolio, the focus is always on responsive web design that performs flawlessly across mobile, tablet, and desktop devices. From initial layout wireframing to custom WordPress, Elementor, or Divi development, your website will be lightning-fast, secure, and optimized to convert casual visitors into paying customers.

What areas do you cover for your design and brand strategy services?

While physically based on the South Coast near Brighton & Hove, digital connectivity allows me to collaborate seamlessly with businesses, tech startups, and independent brands right across Sussex and the wider UK. I am always happy to arrange face-to-face creative consultations, branding strategy sessions, and web workshops for local clients in Brighton, Hove, Worthing, and surrounding regional business hubs.

What types of creative graphic design projects do you handle?

With over 35 years of industry-honed experience, I deliver comprehensive creative direction for businesses of all scales. My design services cover full brand identity creation, corporate logo design, digital advertising suites, presentation decks, custom infographics, and premium print collateral (including brochures, signage, and packaging). Every asset is built with strategic precision to elevate your market positioning.

Ready to transform your digital presence without the agency overhead?