Working from Richmond, Virginia. Photo: EVERGIB
Who We Are
We're a nomadic creative studio specializing in strategically led advertising and branding.
As creatives, we're doers by nature. We're not just thinkers, we're makers. Whether it’s launching a brand, developing an ad campaign, crafting design or telling stories, we transform ideas into the tangible. We believe the creative process is a journey, and we're always up for a new adventure.
COVID-19 Update
Virtual work is nothing new for us.
We started our creative studio with a vision to build relationships that aren’t bound by geography. Where agencies and clients can get access to smart thinking and beautifully executed work wherever they are in the world. That still holds true. Because the way we work hasn’t changed, it’s just become the norm.
What We Do
Working anywhere with people everywhere.
As a remote-friendly team, we work from our creative studio or wherever we happen to be. Depending on the project and our availability, we also travel to work on-site. Our intentionally small model means streamlined communications, greater efficiency, and increased productivity. No matter what, we get it done.
Baha Mar lifestyle shoot - Nassau, The Bahamas. Photo: EVERGIB
ARIA wedding shoot - Las Vegas, Nevada. Photo: Troy Plota
Why We Do It
Your problems are our possibilities.
Helping an agency win a pitch. Introducing a brand to the world. Ensuring a non-profit gets noticed. Successful business requires strategic, well executed creativity. We love that work we do has the potential to provoke change, impact culture, and make a difference.
Our mission is to harness the power of creativity to do good in the world.
Leadership
Rachel Scott Everett
Creative Director / Art & Copy
A hybrid creative, Rachel considers every aspect of communication to get to the heart and soul of a brand. She strives to discover those unique, desirable aspects that inspire an emotional connection. A champion of big ideas and the power of storytelling, Rachel believes creativity can be used as a force for good to improve the world we live in.
Education:
VCU Brandcenter - MS, Advertising / Art Direction
James Madison University - BA, Communications / Public Relations
FYI:
Since the 2016 election, Rachel has leveraged her expertise to raise awareness of, and advocate for, women’s rights and social equality. She was recently honored as one of Virginia’s “Agents of Change” for her work with Women's March and featured in a special exhibit at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture, "Agents of Change: Female Activism in Virginia from Women's Suffrage to Today."
Miscellany:
Rachel is a certified yoga instructor, wine aficionado, and loves to dance any chance she gets.
Brian Gibson
Creative Director / Art & Design
A hard worker with meticulous attention to detail, Brian creates work that’s well-crafted and backed by solid conceptual thinking. From point-of-sale and packaging, to websites and events, to print, tv and digital advertising, Brian takes a hands-on approach, recognizing the ownable opportunities in every piece of communication.
Education:
VCU Brandcenter - MS, Advertising / Art Direction
Wake Forest University - BA, Psychology / Fine Arts
FYI:
Brian’s first job out of college was Assistant Brewmaster at a startup micro-brewery in North Carolina. He ultimately pursued a career as a creative professional, but continues to homebrew – his favorite style to brew is English ESB. Brian’s nano brewery’s packaging design for Gibson Brewing Co. is featured in HOW’s “Cool Beer Labels: The Best Art & Design from Breweries Around The World.”
Miscellany:
Brian is an accomplished hot sauce maker, amateur chef, and
recognized BJCP certified beer judge.
Capabilities
Advertising
- New Business Pitch
- Brand Launch
- Concept Development
- Campaign Execution
- Creative Direction
- Art Direction
- Copywriting
Branding
- Brand Strategy
- Logo & Visual Identity
- Messaging
- Website
- Design
- Naming
- Consulting
Messaging
- Brand Positioning
- Story & Language
- Voice & Tone
- Mission, Vision, Values
- Scripts
- Headlines
- Taglines & Slogans
Website
- Custom WordPress
- Content Organization
- Content Creation
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UX/UI
- SEO
Design
- Digital & Social
- Brand Collateral
- Brochures
- Direct Mail
- Annual Reports
- Packaging
Production*
- Creative Management
- Talent Sourcing
- Photo Shoots
- Video Shoots
- Pre & Post Production
- Voiceover Recordings
- *We work as agency/client liaison, supervising all phases of production and providing creative direction as needed
Consulting
- We offer consulting in the areas above on an hourly or monthly retainer basis. Sample consulting can include brand discussions, creative direction, ideation, website audit and more.
Brand Experience
Travel/Hospitality
- ARIA Resort & Casino
- Atlantis
- Baha Mar
- Bal Harbour
- Borgata
- El Encanto
- Galaxy Macau
- Hotel Indigo
- La Samanna
- Maryland Live
- Mr. C Hotels
- Mount Airy Resort
- MWAA
- Ocean Resort
- Orient-Express
- PhotoQuest Adventures
- Solaire Philippines
- The Grand Del Mar
- Vdara Hotel & Spa
Food & Beverage
- Checkers/Rallys
- Conejo
- Five Guys
- Sage
- Tazza Kitchen
Fashion
Lifestyle
- Blistex
- Boiron
- California Cheese
- Coors Light
- DirecTV
- Entemann’s
- Florida Lottery
- Legrand Lighting
- Oroweat
- Scott’s
- Seasonal Roots
- SMARTBOX
- Stridex
- TracFone
Luxury
- Exotics Racing
- Mansion Global/WSJ
- Moët
Financial
- BB&T
- Capital One
- Elephant Insurance
- The Build Card
- Union Bank
- Wall Street Journal
Real Estate
Education
- Collegiate School
- Montessori
- TABS
- VCU School of Business
Automotive
- First Team Auto
- Ford
- Mitsubishi
- Toyota
Trade Group/Utility
- NCTA
- Pepco
Non-profit
- ChildFund International
- GreenSpring Academy
- Heal The Bay
- Humane Society
- JFS Richmond
- Liberation Veteran Services
- Maymont
- Richmond Ballet
- RockWorks
- Startup Virginia
- VoteEqualityUS
- VPM
- West End Academy of Dance
- Women’s March National
- Women’s March Rome
- Women’s March RVA
Health
- Pediatrics On The Go
- Sentara
Research
Past & Current Partnerships
Agencies
- Allis
- CHI & Partners
- Cramer-Krasselt NY
- DDB
- Deutsch LA
- DMI
- Goodby Silverstein & Partners
- Luquire
- McCann NY
- MRM
- Mullen
- Ogilvy
- Pitch LA
- R&R Partners
- St. John & Partners
- The Variable
- Weber Shandwick
- WHITE64
Photographers
- Erik Almas
- Stewart Cohen
- Tania del Carmen Fernández
- Amber Gray
- Steve Hiett
- Tory Kooyman
- Markku Lahdesmaki
- Mark Laita
- Steven Lippman
- O’Gara / Bissell
- Dominique Palombo
- Troy Plota
- Kristian Schuller
- Kate Thompson
- Cristina Trayfors
- Matthew Welch
Directors
- Philip Andelman
- Bruno Aveillan
- Brian Beletic
- Alan Bibby
- Mark Celentano
- Pierluca De Carlo
- Juan Delcan
- Chris Hooper
- Martin Montgomery
- Matthew Rolston
- Martin Sandtroen
- David Shane
- Baker Smith
- Sunny Zhao
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