OUR FLEXIBLE POINTS SYSTEM

We know that the typical ‘black hole’ large fixed fee retainer model doesn’t work for growing life science companies with diverse comms needs, bumpy timelines and limited budgets.

So we’ve come up with something better.

Our flexible points-based monthly retainer is designed to provide you with the confidence that we’ll be there to help you, along with the flexibility to work with us on a variety of activities as and when needed.

We’ll act like an extension of your team – getting to know you, how you work and your science. We’ll come up with creative ideas, provide support and advice, and deliver what’s needed with minimum fuss and edits.

We also stay on top of the project management, keeping track of everything and making sure it all runs smoothly and on time.

HOW IT WORKS

Each piece of work or activity costs a certain number of points, along with a fixed monthly retainer fee covering project management, creative thinking and client liaison.

You decide how many points you wish to buy over a specified period – for example, over 6 months or on a rolling quarterly basis. Whether it’s bronze, silver, gold or even more support (vibranium, anyone?) we can help you choose what’s right for you based on your strategic plans.

We’ll work with you to map out how these points are spent during that time through regular online editorial catchups. You can buy extra points to cover busy periods, and up- or downgrade your package as your needs change.

To keep things simple, you’ll be billed the same averaged amount every month, based on the package you choose.

If that sounds like the flexible comms and marketing solution your growing life science company is looking for, drop us a line through the contact page or email info@firstcreatethemedia.com

Here’s a typical example of a 6 month Silver package (36 points over 6 months). These are just some of the activities we can provide for our clients. We can deliver other services (e.g. websites, videos, animations, digital marketing) seamlessly with our partner agencies, with partner fees recharged at cost.

Example of 6 month points retainer

WHAT YOU GET

EXPERTISE AND QUALITY

  • Deep and broad bioscience knowledge
  • Award-winning strategy, creativity and delivery
  • Getting it right first time
  • Results that make a difference

A GREAT EXPERIENCE

  • Dedicated in-house project and creative leads
  • Hassle-free end-to-end project management
  • Feels like an extension of your team
  • 90% Client Satisfaction Score

FLEXIBILITY & VALUE

  • Tailored solutions that work for you
  • Extra bandwidth as and when you need it
  • Flexible points-based retainer maximises value
  • Seamless access to our network of expert partners

“You took the burden out of our communications! The team did a fantastic job of keeping the ideas and content coming week after week and your energy, positivity and endless ideas really kept the momentum going. Working with you has been an absolute pleasure and I could not recommend First Create The Media more highly.”

Steff Kearsey, Director, Scientific Communications, Depixus

Long-term retainer client

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