The Bright Group illustration agency provides creative content for the publishing, licensing and advertising industries

The Bright Group

Although we are growing and will continue to do so, we will never lose the boutique agency feel that has been so integral to our success.

Mainstream may be one of the markets in which we operate, but it is not the culture we embrace - our business has a soul, a personality and a heartbeat and when you work through any of our agents you will see the passion, the personality and expertise that they bring to each and every project.

Vicki

Director and Founder

Vicki is the founder and the engine that powers Bright; her enthusiasm is infectious and she is passionate and believes in everyone involved in The Bright Group. She is straightforward to work with, direct and good fun. She loves what she does and Bright is her creative playground. Bright is where Vicki makes things happen.
Lucie

Agent - Publishing

Lucie is delighted to be working for Bright and loves the world of Children's Books! Lucie’s experience with both artists and clients spans over nine years and she relishes the challenge of making sure everything runs smoothly and successfully. When not working Lucie’s other passion comes into play, that being the outdoors which compliments her day to day ‘Bright’ life!
Kirsten

Agent - USA

Kirsten has worked in the publishing industry for 15 years. In this time, she has risen from editorial assistant within a major publishing house to senior editor at a leading book production company. On the side, Kirsten has written more than 130 published books, most of which are for children. She is excited to take this passion and make it her full-time focus as the U.S. publishing agent within The Bright Group.
James

Agent - Associate

James joined us straight out of the creative world of Central Saint Martins and has quickly become an integral part of The Bright Group. James believes in what the group does and how they do it… from walking Monty to sending contracts, to finding new companies who need Bright’s help. No matter what is thrown at him, James is able to come up with an effective solution and always works with a smile and a friendly yet professional manner.
Lauren

Agent - Literary

Lauren began her children’s book career over 10 years ago, gaining a wealth of editorial, publishing and licensing experience, as a writer and editor at top publishing houses. Having written hundreds of children’s books, and worked with award-winning names, she has an eye for recognising talent and prize-winning masterpieces, and a big heart for representing Bright Academy’s authors and illustrators.
Gemma

Agent - Literary

Gemma is passionate about children’s books and is so excited to be part of the team at The Bright Literary Agency. Previously, Gemma worked at literary agencies in both London and New York, while also undertaking her own writing. She brings with her a wealth of children's book knowledge and editorial expertise. Her aim is to expand both our picture book and fiction author portfolios and continue to build on its successes.
Seonghae Ha

Agent - Asia

Seonghae has a natural eye and creative energy; she's another bright agent full of character and enthusiasm for all that she touches. Seonghae Ha is heading up our Asia Division. Seonghae brings to Bright a wealth of experience in terms of managing clients and building business in Asia. As well as charm and flair Seonghae is a delight to work with and her knowledge of the Asian Market is priceless.
Bright is fully engaged with global growth and Seonghae allows us to bring a boutique and specialised service to our overseas clients and brings even more exciting opportunities for our artists, which we are constantly committed too.
Hannah

Illustration Agent

Hannah Curtis - With over 3 years experience in Art Licensing and with a brilliant creative eye, Hannah has worked directly with the largest publishing houses worldwide, as well as small design teams & award winning artists.

With extensive knowledge of the Greetings & Stationary industry, Hannah is hoping to help find and develop new greetings card artists and develop Bright’s wonderful catalogue of existing artists.

Hannah has an art degree and an art & framing background and has also worked with some of the largest print & canvas customers worldwide, she is keen to follow trends & pour knowledge into creating ranges for clients.
Emma

Art Director

Emma Smith, previous Art Licensing Agent, has extensive knowledge of clients’ needs and wonderful art direction, tools that continue the excellent service and product we are able to offer.

Emma having spent years working for the major publishing houses in both the UK and the USA working alongside the creative team to dealing with massive retail giants, Emma was poised to bring this wealth of experience to bright, with a genuine flare for design, trends and what sells and experience of understanding the industry from the ground floor up.

Emma is responsible for talent scouting, and developing our artists to stay current on trend and in work. She has brought structure, creativity and ability to our energised team.

She also bakes cakes and rides her bike to work, she's pretty cool is our Emma!
Jemma

Design Manager

Jemma has joined us from Australia. Vicki is a big fan of Oz since spending 6 weeks breaking into the territory earlier this year! Jemma will be helping us put together all our fabulous portfolios, keeping our website up to date and everything that helps Bright continue to be bright and dazzling!
Therese

Finance Manager

Therese is the gatekeeper at Bright and manages the accounts single-handedly, allowing Vicki to sleep at night! Colleagues often refer to Therese as the Rottweiler; her role is one of the toughest in the agency and she is constantly chasing clients and getting back to artists. Her workload is heavy and despite seemingly aloof in responding, she is however fighting tooth and nail to get artists paid as fast as possible... there are only so many hours in the day! Therese is a legend.
Lulu

Credit Controller

Lulu is working closely with Therese to ensure that payments are received on time and that the accounts systems are in good order. She is also enjoying developing and implementing the credit control procedures. After giving birth to a cute baby boy called Yu Cheng, she has come back to the Bright team with a fully committed heart and is devoted to the children's publishing world.
Margaret Mauk

Agent - Junior (USA)

Before joining the Bright team, Margaret worked as an intern for the American Book Producers Association, where she updated the organization’s entire contact database and revamped its Website. She holds a double major in English and Communications from Fordham University. She is excited to work with Kirsten and bring her passion and enthusiasm for children's books and art to the Bright Agency!
Monty

Head of Security

It's quite remarkable how much Monty looks like a moving soft toy, not so remarkable when you realise he was found in the toy department of Hamley's, was sprinkled with magic dust and came alive. Monty's pack leader Vicki appointed him head of security after he showed a keen interest in the buzzer and visitors. He prowls bins, snores in the office and sleeps with his legs in the air.
Scruff

Grandfather

Scruff's well behaved decorum shows up Coco and Monty's utter disarray of any kind of rule or command. Scruff is the dog grandfather of the office. He never walks on a lead, sits up on his own chair. Scruff sets the standard with his charm, poise and good manners.
Coco

Monty's Wing Girl

Coco is one foxy chocci lab, with extended legs and an elegant nose. Coco has become the love of Monty's life - they play together, run together and snooze together... Monty being the alpha male does sometimes like to assert territorial rein over his castle of which Coco delightfully ignores, she's a stunner and utterly fabulous!