DESIGN and print manufacturer Hillprint has recruited two new members of staff.

MALCOLM QUYE, who has worked for Hitachi, will help expand the company's client base.

DARREN BROWN, who has studied graphic design, has been appointed as a designer in the company's creative department.

Ian Smith, sales and marketing director at the Newton Aycliffe-based firm, said: "We believe that these two new appointments will create a valuable contribution to the long term growth of the company. We see Darren as an investment in young local talent, and Malcolm as utilisation of valuable experience within the industry."