Kit Hindin is a Christchurch web designer and Creative Director with 25+ years of experience building websites and brands for Canterbury businesses. Founded in 2001, New Media Design has delivered web design, logo design, branding, SEO and digital strategy for 500+ New Zealand clients. Kit is one of the only web designers in Canterbury holding NLP Master Practitioner and Certified Strategic Foresight Practitioner credentials, bringing a psychology-based approach to web design that improves both rankings and conversions. Every client rates New Media Design five stars on Google. You work directly with Kit from the first conversation to launch, with no account managers or junior staff.

Kit Hindin | Christchurch Web Designer and Creative Director

New Media Design has been building websites and brands for Canterbury businesses since 2001. Kit Hindin leads every project directly with no account managers and no junior staff handoffs.

Founded by Kit Hindin in 2001, who draws on more than two decades of designing websites, refining brands, and honing digital strategies. We have a rich depth of experience and expertise, and a finger on the pulse of the latest trends and technologies.

While Kit leads the charge, our team extends beyond borders. Together, we combine our skills and perspectives to deliver epic solutions to make your brand awesome.

Kit Hindin Creative Director, Designer, New Media Design

SPARK Method™

Over 25+ years, we've refined our approach into the SPARK Method™ - a strategic framework that has delivered 5-star results for hundreds of New Zealand and Australian businesses. Websites built on a documented strategic framework are more likely to achieve measurable business outcomes than those built on aesthetic preference alone

OUR MISSION

To unlock the potential within businesses, by creating websites and brands that rank in Google, convert visitors into clients, and reflect what businesses actually do. Every project starts with strategy. Every outcome is measured against real business results.

Strategic Expertise You Can Trust

The SPARK Method™ isn't just based on experience—it's grounded in proven strategic methodology. Kit Hindin is a Certified Strategic Foresight Practitioner, bringing advanced strategic planning and futures thinking to every web design project.

This certification means Kit doesn't just react to current trends. Kit anticipates where your industry is heading and builds websites positioned for future success. While other web designers focus on what looks good today, Kit combines 20+ years of hands-on experience with formal strategic training to create websites that will perform well both now and in the years ahead.

Certified Foresight Practitioner from The Futures School

What Strategic Foresight Brings to Your Website:

Future-proofed design decisions based on emerging technology and user behavior trends
Strategic positioning that anticipates market changes in your industry
Scalable architecture designed to grow with evolving business needs
Risk mitigation by identifying potential challenges before they impact your business
Competitive advantage through insights others miss

Focusing on user experience in web design can increase conversion rates by as much as 400%, according to web design industry research. This is why every New Media Design project starts with user psychology and strategy before a single design decision is made.

This unique combination of strategic foresight certification and decades of web design expertise is why the SPARK Method™ delivers results that last—not just websites that look good for a few months.

Credentials and Background

Kit Hindin holds the following verified credentials:

NLP Master Practitioner. Neuro-Linguistic Programming applied to web design, conversion psychology, and client communication.
Certified Strategic Foresight Practitioner. Qualified through The Futures School in the application of futures thinking and strategic foresight to business and design.
Former Startup Activator, Ministry of Awesome. Worked directly with Christchurch startups at one of New Zealand's leading startup accelerators, teaching entrepreneurship and innovation.

25+ years web design and branding experience. Building websites for Canterbury businesses since 2001 across every industry including hospitality, trades, retail, tourism, professional services, education, and social enterprise.
500+ New Zealand clients served since 2001.
New Media Design has maintained a 100% five-star Google rating across 30+ reviews, with clients spanning hospitality, trades, retail, and professional services
Listed on GoodFirms and DesignRush as a verified top web design agency in New Zealand.

Kit handles 90% of all work personally including, branding, logo design, SEO strategy, and digital direction. For complex technical builds, Kit works closely with Clyde, a specialist web developer with deep WordPress and WooCommerce expertise.

You always deal with Kit directly from the first conversation to project handover. There are no account managers and no surprises about who is doing the work.

Kit Hindin, Creative Director and Designer

Creative Director/Designer

Kit Hindin is the creative expert behind our branding and website interface design and manages strategy and customer success.

Web Development Whizz

Clyde is our tech-wizard, making beautiful code and clever functionality

Digital Marketing Specialist

Jorge is our Digital Marketing Expert, optimising PPC ads (Google Ads, Facebook Ads and Linked Ads and more).

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WHAT CLIENTS SAY...

See why we're one of Christchurch's highest-rated web design agency with 30+ five-star Google reviews

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   Japdeep Singh 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a fantastic experience working with New Media Design. Communication was professional, prompt, and easy throughout the entire process. They took the time to understand our requirements and delivered a website that reflects exactly what we were looking for. Kit was amazing to work with. We're extremely happy with how our website has turned out and really appreciate the attention to detail and quality of work. We would highly recommend :) :)
  
 
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   Ernest Duval 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've used  Kit at New Media Design on a couple of occasions now,  and  have found them to be extremely professional,  knowledgeable, innovative and both prompt and value for money.  We will use them  in the future with our other businesses and would have no hesitation in recommending them .
  
 
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   Ben Erskine 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kit and the team at New Media Design have been awesome to work with. They’ve helped me across web design, hosting, brand identity, events, and facilitation — basically covering everything I’ve needed to manage multiple brands. What really stands out is how responsive Kit is. Quick to jump in, add value as things come up, which makes everything feel easy and well taken care of. Highly recommend if you want someone reliable who can actually do the full range of web, brand, and strategy work without the drama.
  
 
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   Alastair Picton-Warlow 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kit is brilliant to work with and offers excellent advice and terrific design ideas. The service was quick, very well priced and I will continue to use New Media Design.
  
 
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   Anke Richter 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kit built the initial website for our charity Decult. Super professional, fast turn-around, great communicator with excellent skills and so many creative ideas. Highly recommend them!
  
 
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   Tony Gibson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kit consistently produces high quality work- easy and great to work with. Listens to your requirements and promptly responds and attends to achieving the results you’re after. Very happy to recommend.
  
 
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   Kelly and Nathan Hubbard 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kit has been amazing to deal with. She guided us with our new business setup including website and logo design and business signage - both in and out. Her attention to detail and knowledge was impressive. A big thanks for your support.
  
 
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   Kirsten Manchester 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I really didn't know where to begin with my new start up online business and I had zero experience. Kit was incredible, taking me through the entire process from logo to launch. Kit's kills and clarity are exceptional. I now feel equipped and ready to take the next steps with a marketing strategy and I'm excited and confident with Kit at the helm it will be perfectly aligned with my goals and vision. If you need help with your business, Kit is your best asset.
  
 
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   Paul Dalziel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I asked Kit Hindin at New Media Design to prepare a new website for my research on Wellbeing Economics. Kit did a superb job and I am thrilled with the result. Kit listened very carefully to everything I wanted, responded immediately to suggestions on the initial drafts and was very helpful to training me to make my own updates. Highly recommended.
  
 
  
  
 
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"Of all the professionals I have worked with I consider Kit one of the very best for creative, design and strategic foresight. I’ve been working with New Media Design for more than 10 years. We’ve had a number of tasks over the years that required a focus on detail and the ‘big picture’. Kit’s communication skills mean that we nail the task in half the time. Professionalism, honesty and integrity wrapped up with a great sense of humour."

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- Mike Pero, Mike Pero Real Estate

We’re listed on GoodFirms, a platform that showcases trusted digital agencies based on verified client reviews, and Design Rush, listing the Top Web Design companies in New Zealand.

Small and medium businesses with modern, well-designed websites report revenue increases of 15 to 50%, according to research by Network Solutions. New Media Design has delivered this outcome for 500+ New Zealand clients since 2001.

Ready to work with Kit directly?

Call 021 880 045 or email creative@newmediadesign.co.nz.

Every project starts with a free, no-obligation strategy conversation. No account managers. You speak with Kit from the first call.

FAQs

1Who is Kit Hindin?

Kit Hindin is the founder and Creative Director of New Media Design, a Christchurch web design and branding practice established in 2001. With 25+ years of experience, NLP Master Practitioner credentials, and Certified Strategic Foresight Practitioner status, Kit specialises in psychology-based web design, SEO, and brand strategy for Canterbury and New Zealand businesses.

2What services does New Media Design offer?

New Media Design offers web design and development, logo design and branding, SEO, and digital marketing strategy for Christchurch and Canterbury businesses. Kit Hindin leads every project directly.

3Is New Media Design just Kit or a full team?

New Media Design is led by Kit Hindin, who handles 90% of all work directly. For specialist requirements Kit works with a trusted network of contractors including specialist WooCommerce and Shopify developers for complex builds. You always deal with Kit directly. There are no account managers and no handoffs to junior staff.

4What makes your approach different?

Kit combines NLP Master Practitioner credentials with Certified Strategic Foresight Practitioner status and 25+ years of hands-on web design experience. This combination of psychology, futures thinking, and technical expertise is not available from any other web designer in Canterbury. Every project follows the SPARK Method, a five-step framework developed over 20 years of delivering results for New Zealand businesses.

5Can you help with ongoing updates and marketing?

Yes. Every project includes three months of post-launch support. Ongoing SEO, content strategy, and website maintenance are available as separate services.

6Do you work with clients outside Christchurch?

Yes. While New Media Design is based in Christchurch and specialises in Canterbury businesses, Kit works with clients across New Zealand remotely.