Arete is a storytelling and creative agency with a global network of photographers, videographers designers and writers. We produce unique and culturally sensitive stories on behalf of clients. From corporate photography to complex video production our teams have a deep understanding of the locations they work in. We also specialise in animation and graphic design that support these stories.
We understand that expectations are high and time and budgets are limited. With a strong focus on efficiency, consent and adhering to journalistic principles of story gathering, we provide a production process that saves you time and delivers powerful visual content.
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Our Services
Arete provides a range of communications services to support the for-profit and non-profit sectors, to help to tell stories that matter. To enquire about any of the services we provide, simply drop us an email at info@aretestories.com
Our Latest Projects & Partnerships
Arete provides a range of communications services to support the for-profit and non-profit sectors, to help to tell stories that matter. To enquire about any of the services we provide, simply drop us an email at info@aretestories.com
World Food Programme (WFP) Nigeria needed urgent support with creating content to show the devastating impact of the floods in Borno state that would be shared with the media.
When the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) launched their appeal for the Middle East, Arete was asked to provide photographs, videos and stories from the region.
The Cherie Blair Foundation asked Arete to document the stories of female entrepreneurs in Guyana using photography, videography, written stories and animation.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) needed support with their Europe-wide campaign to alert communities to the dangers of Mpox they asked Arete to create an animation.
The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) for Somalia asked Arete for support to create content that could be used to showcase their work at COP28.
Africa50 investment fund needed films, photographs and design support to showcase their transformative infrastructure projects across Africa.
The Costa Foundation asked Arete to support them gather stories from the schools they support in coffee growing regions around the world.From the Field
Arete is proud to work with an ever expanding network of committed professional story tellers from around the world. We have spent years sourcing the best talent in each of the countries we work.
Trainings and Co-Creation
Arete offers a range of in-person and online communication and content creation workshops for NGO’s, UN agencies, corporates and individuals. We know that budgets are tight and time is limited; and will tailor a course that suits your needs. To enquire please drop us an email at info@aretestories.com
Arete's People
"Kate produces quality material sensitively and is one of the very few photographers we trust to operate in challenging environments.”
Lucy, The Guardian
“Thanks again for your wonderful images and story gathering, which made the appeal come to life.”
Jenny, Opportunity International
Arete's People
“Thank you so much for sending Eva and Karel on our trip to Kenya! They were both professional and always on the ball.”
Dame, Tostan International
