Sound strategy,
roaring creativity.

We are hybrid strategists and storytellers who think a rock-solid position is just as sexy as award-winning creative. We like to flex our creative muscles, but always do it in the service of moving your brand, show, or product forward.

We’re new, but not *new.*

Launched in 2019, we are built to tell stories that take advantage of the technology and platforms of today. But our leadership averages over 18 years of experience, and has partnered with some the most respected brands in the world.

Stories, told smarter.

We’re allergic to low-hanging fruit. Our goal is to develop campaigns and identities that not only move your business forward, but do it in a way that’s never been done before.

Partnerships, not projects.

We approach every assignment as the start of something beautiful: a partnership. Our collaborative approach keeps us in lock-step with you and your goals; we never appear out of thin air with a magical solution.

Expertise.

Strategy.

Strategy means ten different things to ten different people. To us, it’s establishing how you're unique, who we’re speaking to, how we’re speaking to them, and what’s happening in your market. It's the elbow grease that makes our creative shine.

‣ Landscape Audit
‣ Market Analysis
‣ Audience Segmentation
‣ Brand Strategy
‣ Content Strategy

Campaigns.

We translate strategic thinking into smarter and more creative marketing messages. From ideation to production to planning, we build campaigns that reach, impact, and expand your target audience.

‣ Concept Development
‣ Multi-Platform Content
‣ Stunts & Experiential
‣ Brand Integrations
‣ Live-Action Production

Identities.

It’s harder than ever for brands to stand apart. We express your core values and essence through visual, verbal, and audio signatures that are as bold as they are memorable.

‣ Visual Identity
‣ Verbal Identity
‣ Naming & Tagline
‣ Brand Bibles
‣ Design/Animation Toolkits

Leadership.

Chuck Carey

Co-President
Chuck is Compadre’s business management expert, culture builder, and resident tech nerd who brings mindfulness, wisdom, and endless music history knowledge to his role as Partner. He specializes in solving complex business challenges, finding opportunities for creative excellence in every assignment, and identifying and utilizing the hidden strengths of every staffer. He has created and managed award-winning results for clients across the entertainment, video game, and tech space.

Robert Blatchford

Co-President
Robert is Compadre’s business strategy expert, thought leader, and friend to all who brings passion, moxie, and an undying love of surfing to his role as Partner. He specializes in identifying the core needs of clients, building custom plans for action, and shepherding projects from initial conversation to final delivery. He has partnered with some of the biggest entertainment and tech brands in the world, including Disney, Sony, and EA Sports.

Curtis Doss

Executive Creative Director
Curtis is Compadre’s creative leader, visual problem solver, and office DJ who brings kindness, curiosity, and a strong beard game to his role as Executive Creative Director. He specializes in translating client challenges into beautifully designed solutions, and constructing identities that specifically cater to the sensibilities of each brand he partners with. He is a three-time Emmy nominee and Emmy winner for his work on ESPN’s Monday Night Football.

Mika Saulitis

Director of Creative Strategy
Mika is Compadre’s lead strategist, head marketer, and office cat person who brings wit, focus, and an irrational love of Flo Rida’s discography to his role as Director of Creative Strategy. He specializes in building the “big idea” that can elevate, reposition, or grow brands, and distilling complex information into simple messaging. Mika has developed positioning and integrated marketing campaigns for clients including Disney, Warner Bros., The CW, and FX.

Jessica Scharer

Head of Production
Jessica is Compadre’s production lead, master planner, and tattoo aficionado who brings dedication, high spirits to her role as Head of Production. She specializes in streamlining internal processes, and ensuring a smooth client experience. Jessica has over 15 years of experience in the creative industry, including planning and executing the AT&T U-verse national advertising campaign for multiple years.

Sound strategy,roaring creativity.