Media production company evolving in new location

A growing North East media production company has relocated to Houghton-le-Spring's Evolve Business Centre.

Founded in 2020 by Nathan Clark and Richard Rowell, Canvas HQ emerged from the pair's ambition to leave behind their full-time careers and set up on their own.

The firm prides itself on 'helping businesses stand out in a crowded digital landscape by creating compelling, high-quality content to ensure businesses succeed in the digital age.'

This commitment to producing quality video has seen the firm work with clients from an array of sectors from across the region since its launch four years ago.

During the Covid-19 pandemic in particular the business charted significant growth, producing virtual tours and video for a number of educational facilities and setting foundations for their future success.

After spending two years based in an office in Seaham, however, the pair decided the time was right to move to a larger base and relocated to Evolve, which also placed Richard and Nathan closer to home and clients in Durham and Sunderland.

Richard said: "The move has been great for us - we really wanted a stronger footing in Wearside to connect with clients and expand our network to do more projects here.

"We've only been here a few weeks, but already we feel such a strong sense of community and have been included in everything. Everyone at Evolve has been great and extremely accommodating in our move, they even loaned us furniture while we got settled - they couldn't have been more helpful."

The relocation has also enabled greener commutes to the office, aligning with Canvas HQ's mission of being more environmentally conscious, reducing its carbon footprint by biking and running to work.

"Our future plans are focused more on quality than quantity. We're interested in honing skills, being better for our clients and increasing the value of what we do and growing that way," Richard added.

"Attracting more clients and gaining increased exposure is what we want for Canvas HQ, and I think the move was a strategic one and will help us build a reputation for excellence rather than merely expanding in size."

The Evolve Business Centre is owned and managed by the business investment team at Sunderland City Council.

Cllr Kevin Johnston, portfolio holder for housing, regeneration and business at Sunderland City Council, said: "Evolve Business Centre is a hub for creativity, innovation and collaboration, ensuring businesses have the necessary tools to thrive.

"I'm delighted to see Canvas HQ take space at the business centre, contributing to the creative community already established here, and I look forward to seeing them continue to grow further."

To view the commercial property space currently available in Sunderland, visit: https://www.mysunderland.co.uk/commercial-properties.