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We make amazing things happen through strategic branding, marketing and digital.

Idea Studio
We are Idea.

We’re a creative marketing agency that genuinely cares - about results, your success and having fun along the way.

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Our creative crew’s curiosity, passion and sense of adventure will take your brand places you never thought possible.

Our process

Every project is an exciting new journey that starts with the question: what if…?

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01

Research and Discovery

Together, we look at where you are today - your market position, your challenges - and where you want to go.
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Strategy

Next, we look for innovations and opportunities to take your brand further than you ever thought possible.
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Planning

We put together a roadmap to turn our ideas into reality in the time you need it to happen.
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Design

We create fresh, engaging visuals to represent who you are and how you want to be perceived.
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Implementation

Now it’s time to get things live, deliver on our plans and promises, and start seeing success.
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Management and Review

It’s all about constant evolution and adaptation to get the best results.
Meet the team

Incredible people sit at the heart of our team. We all bring different skills to the table with dedication, passion and a sense of fun!

Ciarán Flanagan Ciarán Flanagan
Ciarán Flanagan
Managing Director
His energy and enthusiasm should be bottled!
Jane Dane Jane Dane
Jane Dane
Director
An extroverted introvert with a love of jellies!
Ciarán Fox Ciarán Fox
Ciarán Fox
Director
He drinks way more coffee than he should.
Alan Howard Alan Howard
Alan Howard
Account Director
A part of Alan’s DNA was launched into outer space.
Stephen Gibson Stephen Gibson
Stephen Gibson
Creative Director
Positivity is his superpower!
Oisín Scott Oisín Scott
Oisín Scott
Strategy Director
Oisín loves playing all of his musical instruments, and his neighbours love it too
Nick Cloake Nick Cloake
Nick Cloake
Creative Consultant
He has a love of great typography and passion for using exquisite imagery.
Mark Sheehan Mark Sheehan
Mark Sheehan
Operations Director
Among his many talents, Mark can spot a typo from over 15 feet away.
Clare Hogan Clare Hogan
Clare Hogan
Senior Designer/ Studio Manager
Loves nothing more than creating a good moodboard while singing along to her favourite Spotify playlist!
Jessica Walsh Jessica Walsh
Jessica Walsh
Design Director
Her dog has more Instagram followers than her.
John Brereton John Brereton
John Brereton
Senior Designer
He's a creative designer and lover of teacakes.
Ella O’Leary Watson Ella O’Leary Watson
Ella O’Leary Watson
Digital Designer
She loves nothing more than having a good belly laugh!
Lauren Scully Lauren Scully
Lauren Scully
Social Media & Content Marketing Manager
Her biggest goal is to travel the world, ticking off one country at a time!
Thomas Kelly Thomas Kelly
Thomas Kelly
Digital Account Manager
Thomas speaks multiple languages, with his favourites being, Sport and Video Gaming.
Eve Alexander Eve Alexander
Eve Alexander
Digital Marketing Executive
Live wire with a deep love of reading and literally every animal she can get her hands on.
Who we work with

Creative collaborations with global reach

Adaptable and up for the challenge

Our team of creative problem-solvers are up for any challenge. But it’s our unique process perfected over the last 25 years that really set us apart.

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Our awesome crew!
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We find inspiration everywhere.
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Creative hikes with the wildlife.

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Scaling new heights in Glendalough.
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We're always on the lookout for fresh perspectives.
Team Idea Digital - Balancing creative, strategy and fun!
Balancing creative, strategy and fun!

Our creative crew’s curiosity, passion and sense of adventure will take your brand places you never thought possible.

Fancy Working with us?

We’re always on the lookout for talented people with fresh perspectives and new ideas. If this sounds like you, send your CV and portfolio jane@idea.ie

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At the forefront of creative innovation

Members of The Institute Of Advertising Practitioners In Ireland (IAPI) and The Institute of Designers in Ireland (IDI).

Committed to a sustainable future

We take great pride in being part of the drive towards reducing the carbon impact of developing, producing and running advertising.

Certified expertise for your digital strategy

As a certified Google Partner, we are proud of our ability to provide top-notch digital strategy and leverage the latest tools and technologies.

Biobank Ireland

In 2004, Biobank Ireland was established through the dedicated efforts of Ciaran Flanagan, the Managing Director of Idea, and Professor Eoin Gaffney. This connection underscores Idea's deep-rooted commitment to supporting cancer research, and fast tracking advancements in diagnosis and treatment.

Get in touch

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