Inspiring Tomorrow’s Creatives at Unique Magazines

Some individuals have an early awareness of their passions and future ambitions. This intrinsic desire, often referred to as our ‘Tick,’ is a deep-seated drive that awaits exploration. At Unique Magazines, our tick for print is prominent driving us to share the captivating world of magazines to the creatives of tomorrow.

The transition from school to adulthood is pivotal. Whether it involves stepping into a career or embarking on university life, this transition is fraught with challenges and changes. From moving away from home for the first time, exploring new cities or fostering countless new friendships, this educational transition and journey is monumental, which often determines life paths and long-term careers.

For students, this period is thrilling yet filled with obstacles. The relentless pace of assignments, exams, and deadlines aims to prepare them for future careers but can also lead to considerable stress. Recognizing the importance of support during this journey, here at Unique Magazines, we have dedicated ourselves to creating an environment where students can feel recognized, inspired, and motivated.

Our independent magazine room, a haven for print enthusiasts, houses over 300 niche titles. This diverse collection ensures that there’s something for everyone, covering a broad range of interests from film, media, and literature, to fashion, art and architecture, It’s a space to reflects everyone in unique ways, from all walks of life.

Recently, we’ve expanded with an exciting new addition in the works: our magazine lounge. Situated right beside our independent magazine room, which is overflowing with a diverse range of print, the lounge offers a relaxing escape. Here, you can kick back, immerse yourself in your chosen magazine and disconnect from the world for a bit.

The impact of our space and platform became evident when we recently welcomed a group of final-year fashion students from Teesside University. These students were in the throes of creating their own magazine as a final project, seeking to apply everything they had learned into a creative and distinctive publication. Their lecturer, Abigail Dennison, who is also the founder and editor-in-chief of Sunday Girl magazine, recommended our magazine room as a source of inspiration, as there truly is nowhere like it in the Northeast. This visit sparked a flurry of creative ideas among the students, although Abigail reminded them to push the boundaries further to uncover truly unique concepts for their final project. With the end of their degree in sight, our magazine room was their last little push to give momentum allowing them to achieve a grade they can feel proud of.

Inspired by this visit and the evident need for such a creative, open space, we recently launched a special initiative aimed directly at students: an opening evening with discounts on our range of independent magazines to help alleviate the financial burden of university life. Looking to the future, we are excited to expand our engagement through a series of events designed to create a supportive community for learning and growth. These include relaxed browsing evenings, magazine creation workshops led by independent publishers, and insightful talks from experienced designers, for local students hungry for knowledge!

At Unique Magazines, our passion for print runs deep. As former students ourselves, we understand the need for resources that not only motivate but also educate and inspire students on their chosen paths. By making print magazines accessible through regular events in a dynamic and supportive environment, we aim to contribute to the educational journey of students, fostering their growth and aiding in the realization of their future ambitions.

Supporting our local students and their pursuit of dreams not only enriches their lives but also strengthens the community. At Unique, we are committed to being a part of that support system, fuelling the next generation of creative professionals with the vast world of print.