Rocket is a band of brothers and sisters. It's a team, but it's also about individual talents and knowhow. What makes Rocket rock is the versitility of the team, the kit of our jumpers and the cut of our jib. Click to meet the movers and the shakers!
Val
I have over 13 successful years in sales, working in the recruitment and advertising industries for companies such as Manpower and Yell. Luckily, branched into the Creative arena with Rocket. I am currently working hard to spread the word of Rocket's creative flare and expertise.
TIME WASTING: Singing in a Rock and Blues band. Food and drink (cooking of and drinking of.) Singstar with my daughter and the odd quiz.
CLAIM TO FAME: Supported Irish band Aslan back in the day!
FEARS: Heights and living without Sky Plus.
Charlotte
Since graduating with a BAhons in Creative Design with Marketing, I have gained over a years experience working in publishing, designing a variety of brochures, magazines and newsletters. Since joining Rocket I have enjoyed working on a wide range of projects including some great creative pitches.
TIME WASTING: Drinking lots of tea, reading horoscopes, internet shopping and creating playlists on itunes.
CLAIM TO FAME: My family home is on the Country Life butter advert, the one with the guy from the Sex Pistols!
FEARS: Getting stung by jellyfish.
Adam
I've worked as a graphic designer for more than 4 years, starting my career in London at a busy Design & Advertising agency. Over this time I have gained valuable skills in Advertising, Corporate ID, Exhibition design and Web design. I've now returned to my hometown of Northampton to work at Rocket.
TIME WASTING: Having an awesome time with my friends, Attempting to play the guitar & watching movies (then quoting them like a massive nerd).
CLAIM TO FAME: Once had Iggy Pop climb on me (at a gig).
FEARS: Spiders, Clowns & George Lucas being allowed to make any more Star Wars Prequels.
Karen
I've worked in PR and marketing for nearly 10 years and have been lucky enough to work on some amazing projects in sport, music, charity & cosmetics, meeting a few celebrities on the way.
TIME WASTING: Buying baby clothes, reading interior design magazines & playing Ben 10.
CLAIM TO FAME: Been on tour with Cold Play
FEARS: Heights (ever since that infamous bungee jump...)
Clare
I have always been interested in Graphic Design and dreamt of one day making my mark on the world of design. I have 'clocked up' 11 years experience spanning across a range of industry sectors. My exposure in all creative channels such as Corporate ID, DM, Web Design and Packaging provides a sound knowledge and understanding of the industry.
TIME WASTING: Playing super heros with my little boy, conjuring up my next home improvement project, a good bottle of red (in that order)!
CLAIM TO FAME: I'm still waiting for one!
FEARS: Running out of time, never being able to say 'Did New York at Christmas and loved it'
Neil
I started life on the spanners working in an engineering shop in Bolton, toying with large Meccano industrial gearboxes. After an epiphany I sought out the bright lights of a marketing agency in London. I worked with some great people (including the odd great client) on some fantastic campaigns for Sony, Wickes, Argos, Woolworths (RIP), T-Moblie and a host of extraordinary smaller businesses.
TIME WASTING: Watching the mighty Saints, ruining a good walk with my golf game, spoiling my daughter and occasionally getting having a pint of the golden nectar that is Carlsberg Export.
CLAIM TO FAME: Age 5 pictured on a battle ship that then featured on the front cover of a national Thai Newspaper. I really invented Windows 7 (who cares?).
FEARS: Snakes. Simple. Why would anybody create a snake?
Ellie
I have worked on a cross section of accounts including those in the financial services, retail, insurance and not for profit sectors. My experience in direct marketing is underpinned by gaining my diploma from the Institute of Direct Marketing (IDM). I have gained exposure to several marketing channels, which has enabled me to develop a holistic approach to direct marketing.
TIME WASTING: Watching reality TV, iphone apps and spending time with family and friends.
CLAIM TO FAME: Appearing on the game show 'Run the Risk' (and of course winning it!).
FEARS: Spiders and hearing people brush their teeth (arghh!!)
Frank
Frank's so busy drumming up business for the Rocketeers, he hasn't got any time to focus on himself! A summary of his experience and life will follow. We are waiting with baited breath!
TIME WASTING: Watch this space
CLAIM TO FAME: Watch this space
FEARS: Watch this space
Amba
Rocket's very own Apprentice! I finished my A levels in Art, Graphics and English Language and joined Rocket to start my 2 year apprenticeship in design for marketing. I'm still getting used to everything and excited by the prospect of learning and putting everything I learn to good use. I'm also looking forward to developing my skills in advertisng, corporate ID and web design to name a few!
TIME WASTING: Looking at clothes I can't afford, blogging, movies and spending time with friends
CLAIM TO FAME: I met Tom Jones in The National History Museum
FEARS: Spiders, Heights and being ill (hypochondriac)