Testimonials

Eleanor Brash

Senior Marketing Manager - Imagination Technologies

Trev is a diligent, thoughtful and talented creative manager. He is open and easy to collaborate with, he delivers in a timely manner, and he
somehow manages to turn even the dryest subject matter into something visually impactful.

While he’s been at Imagination, he has masterminded a full visual identity refresh that both modernised and softened the Imagination brand while retaining important legacy elements. He’s created sub-identities for product launches and technologies that have driven visibility and unlocked corporate growth. He’s managed relationships with contractors and worked with teams across the world, ensuring that the brand is delivered effectively everywhere. His collaborative, “above-and-beyond” attitude has earned him four internal awards in two years.

Whether with stand-builds, flyers, digital assets or customer decks, Trev works effortlessly with colleagues across the business to ensure
that we present a consistent, polished and professional face to the outside world.

Tom Lowe

Creative Director - DesignLabs (KPMG)

Trev is one of the greatest conceptually minded individuals I have had the joy of working with in my career. The way he
can blend thoughtful copywriting and high impact graphics, means that his vision always achieves the brief's goals.

His ability to lead a team of creatives, with great creative direction and patience, meant that he was a key member of our team.

I sincerely hope that we get to work together in the future, as it was a pleasure to partner with Trev on the projects we worked on,
only if he'd have me!

Benjamin Chantrill

Creative Director - DesignLabs (KPMG)

​I had the pleasure of managing and working with Trev during his time at KPMG. Trev is simply an outstanding senior creative — with the unique ability to balance copy and design, seemingly effortlessly. His unexpected ideas, quality of craftsmanship and the way he guides a creative team to bring his vision to life deliver real impact and results. I wholeheartedly recommend Trev.

Michelle Soper-Dyer

Marketing Lead for Demand and Events - Imagination Technologies

Trev is the person who makes everything look and feel better than you thought it could. He takes half-formed ideas, tight deadlines, and messy inputs, and turns them into creative work that looks intentional, intelligent, and completely aligned. I’ve lost count of the times I’ve handed him something chaotic and he’s come back with a version that feels like the only correct answer.

At Imagination, he’s been the creative brain I rely on. He gets the brand, he gets the brief, and he gets the underlying message without needing long explanations. His instincts are sharp, his standards are high, and he delivers work that consistently raises the bar for everyone else.

He’s fast, he’s quietly brilliant, and he produces work that makes you rethink what “good” even looks like. Calling him talented doesn’t cover it. He’s the creative lead every team hopes they’ll get.

Dennis Laudick

Senior Product, Commercial and Marketing Leader - Qualcomm

Had the privilege of working with Trevor for some time. First time with in-house creative for me and it was a godsend. Trevor understood the products and market, was constantly bringing out the best and evolving the brand and looking for opportunities to make Imagination stand out. He was a pleasure to work with and always brought a team spirit and a sense of timeliness to things. Can very much recommend him.

Maya Ahluwalia

Head of Marketing - Blecon

When we worked together at Imagination, Trevor quickly became my trusted creative partner. I could hand him very loose campaign ideas, often for highly technical topics, and he would turn them into smart, engaging concepts that were miles beyond anything I could have imagined myself. He has that rare mix of strategic thinking and creative execution that makes complex stories feel simple and compelling.

Trevor is also a joy to work with. He’s the person who will happily go the extra mile to get it right and get it done, without drama and with a great sense of humour along the way. From day one he fitted straight into the team, building strong relationships and collaborating effortlessly across disciplines. He handles varied stakeholders and big personalities like a pro, keeping projects moving and everyone aligned.

I’d work with Trevor again in a heartbeat and highly recommend him for any creative role where you need someone who can take a loose brief, bring it to life and keep everyone smiling in the process.

Ben Cash

Digital Innovation & Strategic Delivery Manager - KPMG

I had the privilege of working alongside Trevor for a number of years. His creativity and attention to detail consistently wow'd me - he possesses an exceptional mind, transforming complex briefs into eloquent and simple visual masterpieces that captivated and engaged. His ability to distill intricate concepts into clear, compelling designs was remarkable.

In my experience, Trevor stands out as the greatest designer I have had the pleasure of working with. We still talk about his work with us to this day. His ingenuity and poise are matched by his sharp wit and he possess the unique ability to craft content and messaging that elevate every project.

Trevor's work is not just about aesthetics; it’s about storytelling and connection. His designs resonate with audiences. Trevor is a rare talent whose contributions make everything better, and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work, and learn from him.

Paul DaCosta

Director of Client Services - Mindbomb creative

'I was working as a waitress in a cocktail bar... when I met Trev'... oh no that was another Trev back in the 80's. 
I had the pleasure of managing Mr Ames whilst doing some consultancy with the Management Team at Blackstar. There are many people labelled 'creative' in the design and marketing world, most don't live up to the title. Trev on the other hand constantly strives to deliver fresh ideas. Great to work with from an account director's perspective, as he somehow manages to pull something out the bag no matter what the deadline. Great guy, quiet and unassuming, but inside is a real creative mind.

Tim Carter

Global Brand Director - Virgin Active

Trevor was always detail oriented, focussed and intent on understanding a brief fully before delivering his well crafted work. He worked well under pressure and ensured that he always met his deadlines. He was just as comfortable working with a team as he was on his own, and always offered well considered rationale for his work. Pretty much a pleasure to work with.

Stephanie Sajeski-Franquie

Director of Marketing -  Korg USA

I have had the pleasure of working with Trevor and the Blackstar marketing team for almost four years now. Trev is extremely creative, bright, diligent and great at multi-tasking! He pro-actively offers solutions and ideas making him a valuable contributor to any situation or team.

Paul Michael-Hughes

Photographer and Filmmaker

Working with Trevor on photo shoots always results in fantastic and fun imagery. This is the result of Trev's great concept development and importantly his skills of planning and logistics. It's always a pleasure!

Marty Herbert

Director of Applied AI - KPMG

When we created the new iconography for our "six pillar research" framework, Trevor came up with a stunning and impactful new look that captured the intent behind the icons in a highly imaginative and thoughtful way. I think his great skill is not only in developing the concepts but in pairing things back to their core elements and keeping things simple. It was great working with him - hard working, visually brilliant, flexible, and good humoured too.