About
THE STORY
SO FAR
Based near Dartmoor, I work with the people and organisations that make my local area special.
The digital world can often feel overly complicated and full of gatekeepers. I started this studio to change that, focusing on web design, graphic design, motion graphics, and eLearning - built accessibly, delivered honestly, and without the jargon.
Philosophy
ABOUT THE
STUDIO
I started this studio because digital work is too often made more complicated than it needs to be. You shouldn't need a translator to understand your own project. You should always know what's being built, why, and what happens next.
My job doesn't end at delivery. Whether I'm building an eLearning course, designing a brand identity, creating motion graphics, or developing a website, the work only lands properly when you feel in control of it. That means honest documentation, clear handovers, and a process that leaves you confident rather than dependent on me every time something needs changing.
The Founder
ABOUT DAN
Before Granite & Glitch, I spent over fifteen years in digital roles, working across organisations of all sizes, including the British Red Cross. The work was good. The model wasn't. Projects bloated by overheads, filtered through account managers, and delivered to clients who weren't entirely sure what they'd commissioned in the first place.
I set up in Devon to do it differently. Here, you work directly with the person who does the work. No account managers, no translation layer, no markup on time spent in meetings about your project rather than on it.
With more than twenty years of experience across eLearning, brand, motion, and web, and a particular background in accessible, outcome-led digital learning, I bring the same standard to a community group near Dartmoor as I would to a national organisation. The scale changes. The care doesn't.
GRANITE
The Foundation.
Every project starts with something solid. For me, that means clear communication, accessible structures, and design that actually works for the people using it. Like the tors that define my landscape, your digital products should be built to last, reliable, grounded, and easy to navigate. No fluff, just a strong foundation for your business or group to stand on.
GLITCH
The Spark.
While foundations are essential, the "glitch" is where the personality lives. This is my creative edge, the motion graphics that grab attention, the bold graphic choices, and the modern touches that make your brand feel alive. It's the moment where traditional design meets digital innovation, ensuring you don't just blend into the background, but stand out with purpose.
My Approach
MODERN
DESIGN.
LOCAL HEART
I create high-impact digital tools for the people who make Devon thrive. Whether you need a fresh brand identity, a motion-driven social campaign, or a website you actually know how to use, I build with clarity and purpose.
DISCOVER & DEFINE
I listen to your story, not just your requirements.
Before I touch a pixel, I get to know your mission. Whether you're a local charity or a Dartmoor startup, I cut through the noise to find what matters. I translate your goals into a clear creative strategy; no buzzwords, just a solid plan for your graphic design, branding, or digital presence.
CRAFT WITH PURPOSE
Design that moves, scales, and speaks.
This is where the magic happens. I blend traditional graphic design with modern motion graphics and robust web development. Everything I build is "accessible by design", meaning it's beautiful, functional, and inclusive for every member of your community. I build it right the first time, so it lasts.
EMPOWER & EVOLVE
Your tools, your control.
I don't believe in "black box" design. Whatever I build, website, brand, animation, or eLearning course, I hand it over properly. Clear documentation, real training, and everything you need to move forward independently. I stay available as your local partner, but my measure of success is that you don't need me for the basics.
Methodology
WHAT I
STAND FOR
Simple, honest work that does what it promises.
I believe that high-quality web design, graphic design, motion graphics, and eLearning should be accessible to every organisation in my community, not just those with big budgets. These are the principles that guide every project I take on.
ACCESSIBILITY
Design is only good if people can use it. I make sure everything I build, from websites to digital products, is easy to understand and navigate, regardless of a person's tech skills or physical ability.
TRANSPARENCY
No hidden costs, no technical "smoke and mirrors." You'll always know exactly what I'm building, why I'm building it, and how much it costs. I speak plain English, not agency buzzwords.
COMMUNITY
I live and work near Dartmoor, and I want to see Devon thrive. I prioritise working with local charities, community groups, and small businesses because I believe design should be a tool for good.
EMPOWERMENT
I don't want you to be dependent on me forever. Every project ends with a proper handover - the files, the access, and the knowledge to move forward on your own terms. Good work should leave you more capable, not more reliant.
THE START
I sit down to listen to your story and your goals before a single line of code is written or a graphic is designed.
THE BUILD
I use modern standards to ensure your project is fast, secure, and accessible to the widest possible audience.
THE FUTURE
My support doesn't end at launch. I provide the training you need to keep your project moving forward on your own terms.