Newgate Communications has made two appointments to its Manchester office following a series of client wins.
Jessica Beckett, who spent seven years as a journalist at the Manchester Evening News, has joined the Northern Quarter-based agency as Senior Consultant. She has worked in communications since 2015, advising clients in a wide range of industries including packaging, the food supply chain, environmental and outdoor sectors.
Meanwhile, Tom Jones has joined as Account Executive, bringing experience from both PR and journalism.
Partner Zoe Ensor said: “We are delighted to start the new year welcoming some sparkling new talent to Newgate as we continue to grow and expand our offer. Clients want a professional and rounded service from their agency with innovation and delivery of great results at the heart of their campaign and our professional and experienced team is perfectly placed to do just that in 2019.”
Newgate North specialises in engagement, public relations and “solving tough communication challenges” for public, private and charitable sectors. Its clients include Capital & Centric, National Grid and The Peel Group.
