The Independent Creative Shop Clinches Lead Brand Agency Responsibilities for reigning American League Central Division Champions
The Minnesota Twins have selected Rise and Shine and Partners, an independent, full-service brand and creative agency, to help amplify the momentum for the Major League Baseball franchise. The news follows a competitive agency search and a strong postseason finish for the team, which won the American League Central Divisi[Read More]
"Belonging" invites you to join Dalorian, a returning student, and his classmates in GCST 1970, an innovative college course designed to immerse urban youth in nature-based education and environmental justice.
As the group discovers the great outdoors, from the serene lakes to the Bois Forte Museum's enlightening exhibits on native tribes, the film uses Dalorian's authentic reflections to grapple with a thought-provoking question: What does it mean to belong in nature?
After 32 years in downtown Minneapolis, CRASH+SUES recently decided to move away from the hustle and bustle to a more creative-inspiring location with a view. Where to? Arden Hills.
CRASH+SUES is now located in Anderson Center right off Hwy 51 and County Road E.
"We are so excited to have walking trails, a deck for grilling in the summer, and free no-hassle parking for all, but mostly I am thrilled by the number of clients already stopping by for a tour and cuppa joe!" [Read More]
"I was invited along to Fish Camp this past October. I love my clients, but it was nice to shoot a project like this, perched on the edge of a canoe in freezing waters, snow flying, camera wrapped in a black plastic bag so it didn’t get wet. Spent the days watching friends set nets and clear the nets in the morning. The lake was starting to freeze up, we told scary stories on Halloween, and the moon was up. Froze my ass off, ate fresh whitefish cooked in bear grease, slept like a baby, and [Read More]
WORKSHOP is a Northeast Minneapolis multi-hyphenate design agency that brings people and brands together in physical and digital spaces. They're seeking a multi-disciplinary Senior Account & Project Manager who can develop and maintain effective internal and external relationships while managing the multiple facets of consumer-facing design projects.
WORKSHOP is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. They recruit, employ, compensate and promote regardl[Read More]
Minneapolis-based Artisan Venture Lab (AVL), the brand monetization and startup incubator, was instrumental in bringing SIR SHORT JOHN to market in November 2020. Since launch, sales have more than tripled annually.
SIR SHORT JOHN is made of four-way stretch premium waffle knit cotton. The two styles include the GOLD | FLY ZONE, which features gold woven labels on the waistband and leg and a fly hole opening. ROSE GOLD | NO FLY ZONE features a rose gold label on the waistband and leg [Read More]
Though Pollen has evolved over the years, we are what we’ve always been — an organization that uses stories to help create a more kind, just, and loving world. This year has been a difficult one for us, but we’re facing that difficulty the only way we know how — by sharing more of our story, and inviting you to find new ways to be part of it. We’re going to continue building. Building connections, building community, building empathy.
Talking Head Studio is a brand-new video studio located in St. Paul, MN. Their versatile studio space is designed to cater to a wide range of multimedia needs, making it the perfect hub for various creative projects. The space is adorned with sleek black stage curtains and expertly designed and pre-programmed lighting.
The deep 26' by 16' wide studio has a 12x12 garage door with ground-level access. The ove[Read More]
I just read a job posting boasting that the agency creates "big beautiful brand experiences." I wonder how big and beautiful they really are, al...[Read More]
Anon / Breaking: Ad Industry Collapses Under Weight of its Own BS
It would be nice if the latest shiny new objects were indeed shiny or new, and CMOs have accused creative departments of "pursuing awards over r...[Read More]
Christopher Cole / “Just Sayin’…” By Doug deGrood
Instead of felt backing, some would drop even more $$ by sending our work to a laminator in LA who used neoprene instead.
The cost of shippin...[Read More]
Doogie McShank / Breaking: Ad Industry Collapses Under Weight of its Own BS
You worked "Ramada Inn" and "Lanyard" into the same article--two iconic symbols of greatness. And for that, you are to be congratulated....[Read More]
Mark Zukor / “Just Sayin’…” By Doug deGrood
Thanks for sayin’ this, Doug. I think about the famous Howard Gossage quote all the time, “Nobody reads advertising. People read what intere...[Read More]