Build your character

Branding builds character

Your character is the values, beliefs, and behaviors of your business, that shape its direction, perception, and emotional connection with the audience.

Define your big idea

Crystallizing your purpose through a singular brand idea is a crucial step in defining your brand's positioning. This north star idea connects the value of what your brand offers with what your audience truly desires on a human level. It differentiates your business while unifying all visual and verbal communication efforts with your brand's core values, ensuring a cohesive approach to creating an authentic connection with your audience.

Know your audience

Focusing on a specific audience is critical for building a strong brand. Attempting to appeal to everyone will only dilute your message and cause you to “bland out” in competitive markets. By narrowing your focus, you can forge deeper, more authentic connections and fuel growth by attracting customers who genuinely connect with your values and offerings. We build brands that tap into their audience’s lifestyle and culture to create experiences that resonate effectively with their personal identity.

Connect through story

We believe in the power of storytelling to connect brands with their audience on both emotional and rational levels. We emphasize authenticity and consistency to build trust and loyalty. Our approach involves crafting core messaging that tells compelling stories, engaging hearts while providing clear, rational reasons for choosing your brand. We focus not only on what you say but also on how you say it, creating a strong and memorable character for your business.

Disrupt visually

Whether through innovative design, bold color choices, or unconventional visuals, we must cut through the overwhelming amount of visual noise to allow your brand the opportunity to assert its unique identity and personality. Being bold and challenging the mundane signals confidence and creativity, appealing to modern consumers who value authenticity in their brand interactions. Ultimately, embracing a unique visual direction empowers your brand to create a strong, memorable presence in the minds of your audience, driving engagement and differentiation in a crowded marketplace.

Who we are

We’re a small, specialized team of brand strategists + visionary creatives based in Los Angeles.

What we do

Brand Awakenings