Who we are
Learn about who we are and how we came to be in existence.

What we do
Find out what exactly we do and how we go about doing it.

Meet our Team
Meet the people who make up Banter Media and our Team.

Meet our Friends
See the people and companies we work with or have associations with.

Who


We are holists. We see media as a complete service to be provided. Why go to separate photographers, videographers, graphic designers and website designers? We don't want you to have to go anywhere else and so we have worked hard to put together a team of people who will give you everything that you want... and more!

We reside in Greater Manchester and we like to create, innovate and *ahem*...masticate... From music videos to websites we want to make your ideas come to life with vibrant visuals and ear pleasing sounds. Our ethos is ENJOYMENT! Banter started and was named because we like having a bit of banter and we think that you would like it too!

We don't believe in suits but we do believe in the unifying power of fresh ground coffee. Come and speak to us, we guarantee you'll love our attitude to work, we'll make you feel like part of the family (and then we'll expect Christmas presents from you) and help you to create some truly amazing media. Our outlook on work and dedication to making awesome things has resulted in long-lasting client relationships and a large resume of high profile clients such as Umbro, Motovudu, and Converse, to name but a few.

We have 4 main departments: -  Banter Media (for media), Banter Studios (for sounds), Banter Music (for bands) and Banter Banter Zine (for reading).

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Banter Media

"Remember that time when a Dinosaur attacked your home town and we built that awesome robot that totally saved the day? You’re Welcome!" - Banter Media, circa. 1808

You've heard of superheroes right? We'll we are the media equivalent of Batman. We don't quite have superpowers but our resources and amazing gadgets help us to save the world from bad media.

We aim to do everything and more when it comes to helping our clients. We can provide video production and post-produciton, graphic design, website design, animation, sound recording and SEO services.
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Banter Studio

A trick recording studio with all the fruit (that means we have really good equipment) based on Stamford St, Ashton Under Lyne, Greater Manchester. If you are looking to book time in a studio then feel free to come down and visit us. We offer unbeatable rates for a top quality session.

If you are new to the process then our head engineer (we call him Adam) will take you through everything you need. If you have recorded before then you will find everything you expect to find as well as a luxurious lounge area to relax in. If you are looking to record a voice over, radio advert, foley sound, ADR or other non-musicial audio then Banter Studios is perfect for you. We are very affordable and since Banter Media's main opertaions are based in the same buildings you will receive top industry support. Banter Studios offers everything you need to record your next album, debut single, ADR, foley and much more.
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Banter Music

Ok so Banter Music is owned and run by Banter Media as you may well have guessed. Given that we are a young (hopefully) upcoming company, this means that we all have to graft. If it wasn’t for the resources available through Banter Media then Banter Music just wouldn’t be possible. So support independent music and hire Banter Media today! Today’s world is all about media exposure and we have the power to take full advantage of that with Banter Media.

We have several exciting acts signed to our label including the amazing A Poetic Yesterday who you will have seen on Kerrang! TV.

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Banter Zine

Banter Banter is a Media Magazine covering all elements of the creative world from music to movies via design, photography, events, web, social media and everything else in between. We aggregate content from all over the web not ‘so you don’t have to’ as every other zine says but because we want to! OKAY!?

At the Banter Zine you’ll find music reviews, introducing articles for top upcoming acts, the latest music videos, movie reviews, design tips, sound recording tips both for the studio and in the field and everything else you could ever want to know about media.

The Zine is owned Banter Media Ltd and you’ll see a lot of Banter Media and Banter Music related material from design templates to tips and tricks as well as behind the scenes articles, videos and exclusive content.

All in all it is a media magazine for those who love media and the creative industries as a whole. If you’d like to contribute feel free to get in touch any time day or night…. but we’ll probably only reply during the day as we like to sleep at night :D … sometimes…

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What?!


This is the simple part. WE DO EVERYTHING. Honestly, come talk to us we have to the solution to any media requirement you may have. Look at our services below if there is anything not listed below call us immediately and demand an answer. We will not only provide you with the answer but we will also give you some tea and cake to help you calm down. Thinking we can't do something stresses us out too, that's why we do everything!




Web design and SEO


A stunning online presence is necessary in today's business world. We will work with you to create something that while being aesthetically pleasing will also deliver the necessary information fast.

Also we are part of a select group who actually typed Google into Google, we found out just how deep the rabbit hole goes and then we unlocked the Matrix. So now when you say "Hey! Banter Media! I want to be number 1 in Google." We can make your wish come true.

    • High Quality Design
    • Low Cost
    • Bespoke packages
    • Universal integration into browsers (including mobile devices)
    • User friendly Content Management systems
    • Social Media development and management
    • Improve your page listing on Google


Design and branding


Our team of designers can aid you with all elements of design. From bespoke brochure design to unique online design work - Banter Media have the facilities to not only design your media but also to produce them. Our print media services are often used in conjunction with out photograhy services.
We can design bespoke artwork without the use of photography or work with your current designs. Once we drew a picture of a robot fighting a dinosaur! Awesome!

    • Bespoke Designs
    • Company Branding Handbooks and User Guides
    • Custom artwork
    • Low Cost print options
    • Complete service - conception to delivery
    • Online design services


Video & Post-Production


Banter Media started life as a video production company and this is an area where we really shine. All our productions are shot in Full High Definition 1080p and delivered in any required format. Video production is where we work with our most prestigious clients and on the grandest scale. We can provide top quality results whether it requires a 2 man crew or a full production. Banter Media are the team for you.

    • Full HD 1080p video productions
    • Film quality visuals
    • In-house post-production facilities (sound and visuals)
    • 3D technology and stereography
    • Over 20 years combined experience


Audio Recording and Distribution

Our brand new, state of the art, digital recording studio based in Ashton Under Lyne is now open for business. We also have the facility to distribute your music online through top digital stores such as iTunes, Spotify, Amazon, HMV and many more. We can record you music and have it on iTunes the very next day. We also book out our studio and engineers for Voiceover, radio commercial recording, ADR and foley recording.

    • In-house Recording Studio
    • Banter Music Record Label
    • Voiceovers, ADR, foley recording
    • Full band, vocalist recordings
    • Top sound engineers and producers available
    • Unbeatable rates for studio recording time


Photography

Our photographers have the eye for a memorable image and will capture any moment adeptly. All photos can be delivered in 24MP RAW or High Quality JPG. From promotion to event highlights, our video and photography solutions will bring you fantastic results. We have a team of professional photographers to suit your needs - from studio high concept shots to product photography to live event photography - we have the snapper for you.

    • Commercial and fashion shoots
    • Product photography
    • Live event and band photography
    • Photo restoration and post-production
    • Airbrushing and photoshop work


Print and Illustration

We offer a full range of print services. All our print services are delivered at the highest possible quality and at the one of the most competitive rates around. Further, we offer our print services to any of our design clients at a heavily discounted rate. If you're looking for a full media solution with printed deliverables then Banter Media is the answer from start to finish. We offer bespoke illustration so we can create custom promotional materials for your company or project with minimal outlay.

    • Print Solutions
    • Flyers, brochures, posters, stickers etc.
    • Low cost
    • Low Minimum orders
    • Bespoke illustration