C/O GARRETT CLOSE
Design-led Creative Direction & Brand Marketing for shaping stories and systems in tech, sport, fashion, music and commerce.
Background A decade of agency, studio & brand creative. Specialized in crafting narratives, designing identities and building frameworks that bridge the gap between brand, product and audience. Versed in campaign, digital, content, copywriting, editorial, activation and more. Trusted connections to artist, athlete and creator communities. Experienced as an individual contributor or integrated leader of multidisciplinary teams. Seasoned in crossfunctional collaboration with business leaders and commerce channels to unite brand and product marketing. Hands-on, concept-to-execution. Relevant understanding of trends in culture and emerging tech. Available for projects, consulting and collaborations.
RECENT ARCHIVE
Background Experimenting with friends, starting magazines, creating award winning websites, launching footwear campaigns, directing music videos, developing annual marketing plans, interviewing pro athletes, generating content, writing and directing anthem films, rebranding music festivals, working with artists, recruiting creative teams, throwing underground parties, hacking billboards, curating group exhibitions, winning grants for entreprenuers, launching apparel brand and much more.
Testimonial “Beyond his diverse portfolio of brand ID, digital and campaign work, it was Garrett’s passion for mentorship and human-centered approach that struck me. He is a hands-on leader that knows the best way to teach is to show (not just speak) his dedication to his design practice. His background in strategy shows through his thoughtful approach to project work.”
EXPERIENCE
2023-Present / Stance, Inc.
2021-2023 / Stink Studios
2018-2023 / Kamp Grizzly
2014-2018 / Wieden+Kennedy
2013 / StudioRiley
2012 / Icebreaker
DISCIPLINES
Identity & Narrative
Digital & Design
Campaign & Content
Marketing & Strategy
Design Ops & Mgmt
AWARDS
MENTIONS
CREDENTIALS
NOTES
↳ 10yrs agencies, studios brands
↳ 4yrs managing 3-10 reports
↳ Multidisciplinary design leader
↳ Stories & systems expert
↳ Design-led, narrative-focused
↳ Hands-on, concept to execution
CLIENT HISTORY