Marketing and PR agency Core has boosted its team with two new recruits.

Graphic Designer Warren Clarke is now part of the in-house studio team while former property journalist Lydia Stockdale has joined the PR team as an account manager.

The pair will support the PR, marketing and design teams, based in Newhall Street, working across a wide range of clients.

Ms Stockdale joined Core from Inside Housing Magazine where she was assistant editor and has also worked for Building Magazine and Property Week.

Mr Clarke studied illustration and graphic communication at the University of Wolverhampton since when he has worked with start-ups and established businesses on branding, illustration, editorial and design.

Core's managing director Juliet Collings said: "We are delighted to welcome both Warren and Lydia to the team.

"It has been a great year for Core so far and we look forward to the rest to come as we continue to strengthen our existing relationships and also attract new clients.

"Lydia and Warren's previous experience and impressive skill-sets are a great addition to the Core team and their appointments demonstrate our commitment to continue building on Core's successes as the business continues to go from strength-to-strength.

"As we continue to build our reputation and diversify into new sectors, it will give both Lydia and Warren a great opportunity to make their mark at Core."

Recent clients wins include Old Swinford Hospital, Colmore Business District, Phil Jones Associates and O'Brien Contractors.