H SOCIAL:
human-led growth marketing for ambitious north east businesses.
We combine strategy, creativity, data and genuine human connection to build recognisable brands, and marketing that delivers real commercial results.
Award-winning North East marketing agency
WHY CHOOSE US?
At H Social, we combine strategic insights with hands-on delivery. Whether you’re looking to grow your audience, build community, or refine your messaging, our team is here to help you show up with purpose online.
Led by founder & strategist Helen Arnold, our small but mighty team includes experts in design, PR, photography, content creation, and regional marketing. Each bringing their own perspective & creativity to the table.
North East marketing agency
HOW WE WORK
Strategy & Consultancy: Great marketing starts with understanding your business. We take the time to explore your goals, understand your audience, analyse your market and identify opportunities for growth. We’ll develop a clear, data-backed marketing strategy that connects your brand, your customers and your commercial objectives.
Growth Marketing: We turn strategy into action. From lead generation and paid advertising to email marketing, social media and creative campaigns, we bring the right elements together to build effective sales funnels, strengthen your brand and generate measurable results. Every activity has a purpose, and every decision is guided by your business goals.
Brand & Storytelling: People connect with people, not just businesses. We uncover the people, places and stories that make your brand distinctive, creating meaningful connections with your audience. Through compelling content, creative ideas and consistent messaging, we help your business become better known, better understood and more memorable.
MEET THE TEAM
Social Media Management & Marketing
IN COLLABORATION
EMMA SOLOMON
To further enhance our creative output, we collaborate closely with Emma Solomon who is an experienced commercial photographer and owner of Emma Solomon Photography.
While operating as an independent business, she collaborates closely with our team to deliver high-quality visual content for our clients.
Emma works alongside the H Social team on visual content, creative campaigns and brand development, helping our clients build a stronger and more consistent visual presence.
OUR SERVICES
Human-led marketing. Built around your business.
Every business has different ambitions, challenges and resources. That’s why we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all marketing.
Whether you need a consistent social media presence, a more joined-up approach to your marketing or an experienced team to take the lead, H Social brings together strategy, creativity and commercial thinking to help your business grow.
Social Media Management
From £380 per month
Your business deserves to be seen, remembered and talked about.
Our social media management service helps you build a consistent, professional and engaging online presence. From planning and content creation to scheduling and reporting, we’ll take care of your social channels so you can focus on running your business.
Purposeful content that reflects your brand, connects with your audience and keeps your business visible.
Integrated Marketing
From £795 per month
Ready to make your marketing work harder?
We bring social media, email marketing and targeted paid advertising together around one focused plan, helping growing businesses move beyond individual marketing activities and build a more connected approach.
Fractional Marketing Department
From £1,500 per month
H Social becomes an extension of your business, combining marketing leadership with the right specialist support to turn your commercial goals into a clear strategy and ongoing delivery.
You get the benefits of an experienced marketing team without the commitment of building a full in-house department.
UPCOMING EVENTS
From practical content planning to strategy deep-dives, our workshops (delivered by Helen & collaborators) offer hands-on learning in North Tyneside, Northumberland or online.
CONTACT US
Not sure which service is right for your business? Get in touch and we will help you find the support that fits, whether you need ongoing management, a one-off audit or a focused strategy session.
Social Media Management & Marketing
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Got questions about working with H Social? We’ve covered some of the things we’re asked most often, from where we work and what our services include to monthly social media management, Power Hours and training for in-house teams.
Still have questions?
What does H Social do?
H Social is a human-led marketing agency based in Whitley Bay, supporting businesses across the North East and beyond. Our core services include Social Media Management, Integrated Marketing and Fractional Marketing Department support, alongside one-off consultancy when you need focused strategic input.
What is Integrated Marketing?
Integrated Marketing brings different marketing channels together around one strategy rather than treating them as separate activities. Depending on your business, that can include social media, email marketing, paid advertising and creative campaigns working towards shared commercial goals.
What is a Fractional Marketing Department?
A Fractional Marketing Department gives your business ongoing marketing leadership and access to specialist expertise without employing a full in-house marketing team. H Social works as an extension of your business, helping set the strategy, coordinate activity and keep your marketing moving in the right direction.
Can you just manage our social media?
Yes. Social Media Management remains available as a standalone service from £380 per month if you need consistent, professional support without a wider marketing package.
Can I book Helen for one-off marketing consultancy?
Yes. If you need focused strategic input without ongoing marketing support, Helen offers one-off consultancy sessions tailored to your business, helping you review your current marketing, identify priorities and create a clearer plan for what to do next.
Where is H Social based?
H Social is based in Whitley Bay and works with businesses across North Tyneside, Northumberland and the wider North East, with consultancy and marketing support also available remotely.