About us
Strategists, creatives, social media experts and professional idea-makers.
Platinum Live was founded in 2020 by Oliver Hodgson. We're a creative communications agency based in Cumbria, Manchester and London, working with ambitious organisations, brilliant people and brands doing interesting things all across the globe.
We’re a multi-award-winning team of storytellers, strategists, creatives, social media experts and professional idea-makers.
We work right across PR, social media marketing, brand, content, events and creative campaigns, bringing the right people and ideas together to help our clients get noticed – not just where they want to be, but where they need to be.
- PR
- Social media
- Brand
- Content
- Events
- Creative campaigns
Where we are
Our head office is in Cumbria, but our work goes much further.
We’re incredibly proud to be based here on the beautiful west coast of Cumbria. We know this place, the people in it and the businesses that make it what it is. But our work doesn’t stop here.
We work with brands and businesses locally, nationally and internationally, helping them tell better stories and connect with the people who matter to them.
- Cumbria
- Manchester
- London
Life at Platinum Live
Real people, not a faceless agency.
When you work with Platinum Live, you’re not getting a faceless agency or a one-size-fits-all strategy. With us, you gain a dedicated team of real people who bring energy, expertise, and genuine enthusiasm to every project.
We care deeply about the work we produce and the people we work with. We celebrate our clients’ successes, get excited about new opportunities and always look for fresh ways to help brands and people grow.
“Platinum Live is genuinely one of the most supportive workplaces I've experienced. There's a real understanding of looking after people's mental health and wellbeing.
“Living with migraine, I've never experienced that level of understanding in a workplace before. Platinum Live signing the Migraine Trust Workplace Pledge and making adjustments so I can continue working as comfortably as possible has made a huge difference. I feel supported as a person, not just as an employee, and that means a lot when you are living with a chronic illness.”
“Platinum Live has a genuinely supportive and professional working environment. Everyone takes pride in their work, recognises the value of their expertise and approaches what they do with humility and a shared commitment to delivering the best.
“There's a strong people-first culture, built on mutual respect, trust and an understanding that life outside of work matters too. It's an environment where people feel valued, supported and encouraged to do their best.”
“I've always strived to create an environment at Platinum Live where people feel valued, supported and proud of the work they do. We operate at the very top of our game, but that should never come at the expense of humility, kindness or respect for others.
“I'm equally passionate about ensuring that social value and giving back are embedded in who we are as a business, not simply something we do on the side. For me, success is as much about the people we support and the positive impact we make as it is about the work we deliver.”
How we work
Good work starts with understanding the brief.
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We learn how you work
We take the time to learn how a client works, what you're trying to achieve and who you need to reach.
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We become part of your team
We absorb your business, your goals and your passion for your brand.
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We build it together
From there, together, we develop ideas, clear strategies, and creative work that supports your goals.