Karl Barker

Karl Barker

Manchester Area, United Kingdom
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  • IGT Casino Lounge - Full Stack SaaS Platform Development

    - Present

    At Cube3, we partnered IGT Gaming to tackle a significant challenge in their operations. IGT Gaming was facing inefficiencies in managing game assets, resulting in fragmented processes and delays in delivering assets to customers. Recognizing the need for improvement, IGT Gaming sought to create a new game asset management platform named 'Casino Lounge'. The goal was to seamlessly connect customers with a variety of in-game assets, such as characters and sound effects, to enhance user…

    At Cube3, we partnered IGT Gaming to tackle a significant challenge in their operations. IGT Gaming was facing inefficiencies in managing game assets, resulting in fragmented processes and delays in delivering assets to customers. Recognizing the need for improvement, IGT Gaming sought to create a new game asset management platform named 'Casino Lounge'. The goal was to seamlessly connect customers with a variety of in-game assets, such as characters and sound effects, to enhance user experience and drive game adoption.

    Our solution involved building the Casino Lounge platform from the ground up, focusing on delivering an intuitive user experience for both internal teams and customers. Key features of the platform included a centralized asset repository for easy access and management, an intuitive user interface designed for effortless browsing and selection of assets, and customization options to tailor assets to specific requirements. Additionally, robust version control mechanisms ensured customers always had access to the latest versions of assets, while analytics and reporting capabilities provided valuable insights to optimize offerings and improve customer satisfaction.

    The results were transformative. Casino Lounge streamlined asset management processes for IGT Gaming, significantly reducing time and effort required to deliver assets to customers. The user-friendly interface led to enhanced customer experience, resulting in higher satisfaction and engagement. Most importantly, the platform contributed to increased game adoption and revenue growth, earning positive feedback from customers for its simplicity, functionality, and effectiveness in managing game assets.

  • Avail - Brand Development & Go To Market

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    Avail, an innovative transport recruitment app, approached Cube3 to develop a strong brand identity that would differentiate them from traditional recruitment methods and effectively convey their value proposition to their target audience.

    Cube3 collaborated closely with Avail to develop a comprehensive brand strategy. The process involved conducting market research and competitor analysis, holding ideation workshops and brainstorming sessions, developing a new brand identity, creating…

    Avail, an innovative transport recruitment app, approached Cube3 to develop a strong brand identity that would differentiate them from traditional recruitment methods and effectively convey their value proposition to their target audience.

    Cube3 collaborated closely with Avail to develop a comprehensive brand strategy. The process involved conducting market research and competitor analysis, holding ideation workshops and brainstorming sessions, developing a new brand identity, creating robust brand guidelines, and designing go-to-market assets.

    The collaboration between Avail and Cube3 yielded impressive results. These included a compelling brand identity, robust brand guidelines, engaging go-to-market assets, and positive feedback from stakeholders and users.

    The new brand identity reinforced Avail's position as an innovative leader in transport recruitment technology, effectively communicating their values, vision, and unique selling points to their target audience.

  • NHS Transformation Unit - Brand Development

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    The NHS' Technology Transformation Unit (TU) sought Cube3's support in developing a distinctive brand identity that would resonate with stakeholders across the healthcare industry.

    Cube3 conducted research, interviewed stakeholders, and analyzed the healthcare industry. The agency facilitated brainstorming sessions with TU's leadership to generate new ideas and concepts.

    Using the insights, Cube3 developed a comprehensive brand identity, including a name, logo, color palette…

    The NHS' Technology Transformation Unit (TU) sought Cube3's support in developing a distinctive brand identity that would resonate with stakeholders across the healthcare industry.

    Cube3 conducted research, interviewed stakeholders, and analyzed the healthcare industry. The agency facilitated brainstorming sessions with TU's leadership to generate new ideas and concepts.

    Using the insights, Cube3 developed a comprehensive brand identity, including a name, logo, color palette, typography, and visual elements. The team refined the identity to align with TU's values and objectives.

    Cube3 created brand guidelines to maintain consistency across TU's communications. The agency also developed literature and collateral to support TU's brand launch and engagement efforts.

    Collaborating with TU, Cube3 developed a go-to-market strategy, including internal launch events, stakeholder workshops, media outreach, and digital marketing campaigns.

    The results were significant. TU successfully launched its new brand identity, establishing a strong presence within the NHS and healthcare industry. The brand guidelines provided direction for consistency, while engaging literature communicated TU's value proposition. The go-to-market strategy generated awareness and excitement around TU's brand, driving increased visibility and engagement.

Honors & Awards

  • BIMA - North West Chair

    BIMA - British Interactive Media Association

    The British Interactive Media Association (BIMA) is a not-for-profit industry body representing the digital industry in the United Kingdom. Formed in 1985, BIMA is a membership organisation primarily made up of digital agencies.

  • Best Consumer Advertising Campaign

    The Drum

    The Chip Shop Awards celebrate unconventional and boundary-pushing creativity in marketing, embracing outrageous ideas and campaigns that challenge norms and leave lasting impressions.

  • Best User Experience

    The Webby Awards

    The Webby Awards, often referred to as the "Oscars of the Internet," recognise excellence in digital excellence, honouring outstanding websites, mobile apps, and online experiences.

  • User Experience

    The Webby Awards

    The Webby Awards, often referred to as the "Oscars of the Internet," recognize excellence in digital excellence, honouring outstanding websites, mobile apps, and online experiences.

  • Best Digital Marketing Agency

    The Drum

    The Drum Marketing Awards celebrate the best in marketing, recognizing campaigns that have delivered exceptional results, innovation, and creativity across various marketing disciplines.

  • Top 100 UK Digital Agencies

    BIMA - British Interactive Media Association

    The BIMA TOP 100 list recognises the top 100 agencies in the UK's digital industry, celebrating their contributions to the sector.

  • Best Food & Drink Campaign

    The Drum

    The Drum Marketing Awards celebrate the best in marketing, recognizing campaigns that have delivered exceptional results, innovation, and creativity across various marketing disciplines.

  • Best Social Media Campaign

    The Drum

    The Drum Marketing Awards celebrate the best in marketing, recognizing campaigns that have delivered exceptional results, innovation, and creativity across various marketing disciplines.

  • Best B2B

    The Drum

    The Chip Shop Awards celebrate unconventional and boundary-pushing creativity in marketing, embracing outrageous ideas and campaigns that challenge norms and leave lasting impressions.

  • Best Brand Agency

    The Talk Of Manchester Budiness Awards

    The Talk Of Manchester Awards acknowledge outstanding achievements in marketing, PR, and digital communications, highlighting the best of the North West's creative talent.
    The Drum - Chip Shop Awards: The Chip Shop Awards, presented by The Drum, honor the most innovative, daring, and effective advertising and marketing campaigns that push the boundaries of creativity.

  • Best Brand Strategy

    The Drum

    The RAR Awards honour the UK's top-rated agencies, as voted for by clients, recognizing exceptional service, creativity, and results-driven marketing.

  • Best Digital Agency

    The Drum

    The Drum Marketing Awards celebrate the best in marketing, recognizing campaigns that have delivered exceptional results, innovation, and creativity across various marketing disciplines.

  • Best Digital Design

    Big Chip Awards

    The Big Chip Awards celebrate digital excellence in the North of England, recognizing innovative and effective digital projects that have made a significant impact.

  • Best Integrated Agency

    The Drum

    The RAR Awards honour the UK's top-rated agencies, as voted for by clients, recognizing exceptional service, creativity, and results-driven marketing.

  • Best Internal Communications Stragegy

    The Drum

    The Drum Marketing Awards celebrate the best in marketing, recognizing campaigns that have delivered exceptional results, innovation, and creativity across various marketing disciplines.

  • Best eCommerce

    Big Chip Awards

    The Big Chip Awards celebrate digital excellence in the North of England, recognizing innovative and effective digital projects that have made a significant impact.

  • Drum Digerati - No19 Most Influential Person in the Digital Industry

    BIIMA (British Interactive Media Association)

    The Digerati is The Drum's annual celebration of 100 outstanding individuals excelling in the UK digital industry. Based on nominations from readers

  • Best In Advertising

    The Drum

    The RAR Awards honour the UK's top-rated agencies, as voted for by clients, recognizing exceptional service, creativity, and results-driven marketing.

  • Top 100 Agencies Outside London

    The Drum

    The RAR Top 100 Agencies list showcases the most highly-recommended agencies in the UK, based on client feedback and ratings.

  • Best Brand Strategy

    The Drum

    Celebrating excellence in strategic marketing, the SWOT Awards recognize agencies that have demonstrated exceptional skill in understanding their clients' strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.

  • Grand Prix

    The Drum

    Celebrating excellence in strategic marketing, the SWOT Awards recognize agencies that have demonstrated exceptional skill in understanding their clients' strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.

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