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We’re a creative partner for manufacturers who want more than the usual same old thing.

From strategy to execution, we combine global brand experience with a deep understanding of the sector - delivering work that’s engaging, effective, and built to last.

We started Rival in 2019 because… well… why not?

Thought we’d have a crack at doing it better. Straightforward ideas. Honest support. Zero fluff.

25+ years of experience. Campaigns. Deadlines. Sandwiches at midnight.

People are still phoning. Must be the work. Or the biscuits.

We’ve done the rounds with the big consumer brands (glitzy lights, champagne, shiny fonts) and we’ve rolled up our sleeves in manufacturing (forklifts, hi-vis, the works). Combine the two and — POW! — you get marketing that actually makes people sit up, maybe spill their tea.

Some clients give us a brief. Neat. Tidy. A4. Others just sigh down the phone and say, “Help.” — We like both.

Either way, we prod it, poke it, scribble some ideas, and then — BINGO! — a campaign.

As we say in Yorkshire… that’s blown my skirt right over my head!!!!

James Macdonald, Business Development Manager, Transdek Ltd
Partner spotlight

We’ve worked with Hörmann U.K. as their creative partner since 2019, developing a number of industry firsts

  • Their first internal podcast, giving staff a fresh way to stay connected.

  • Their first consumer-facing campaign, opening up the brand directly to homeowners.

  • The first dealer accreditation scheme in the sector, building trust with customers.

  • The first installer loyalty programme, designed to strengthen long-term engagement.

We also delivered award-winning trade show experiences that drew big crowds, boosted dealer confidence, and generated the best sales leads our client had ever seen.

Sales up by 40%

We developed the Door Secure Team campaign that shook up the roller door market and drove a 40% increase in sales of their RollMatic T product.

Rival have been so successful because they understand the DNA of Hörmann. Their work is seen to both challenge and complement.

Wolfgang Gorner, Managing Director, Hörmann U.K.

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