Guides and tools

From practical templates to step-by-step guides, our collection of guides and tools is designed to make your day-to-day a little easier.

How to commission an animation (without losing your mind)

So, you want to commission an animation? But what do you need to know and how do you actually do it?
Colour contrast checker: accessibility tool

Our free tool helps you test your colour palette against WCAG contrast standards, so you can design with inclusivity in mind. Just add your colours…
On Purpose: a space for purpose-driven people

At Ave, we’ve spent years working alongside organisations that are changing lives. Charities, public sector teams, foundations, and cause-led organisations. The people we meet through…
Design on demand: making the most of a retainer

If you’re working in a busy team, you and your colleagues are likely juggling campaigns, social content, internal comms, and day-to-day design needs, and more.…
Why accessible design and brands matters (and what you can do about it!)

It’s easy to think of accessibility as a checklist. Font size? Tick. Alt text? Tick. But accessibility is much more than a set of rules,…