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We had a blast collaborating with Rough Cut Jeweler to craft branding as dazzling as David’s incredible jewelry! Check out the brochure and logo we designed, plus the gorgeous opal pendants and gems we were lucky enough to receive. It’s an honor to be part of your journey, David!

In this month’s blog, Becka champions what might be the most crucial element of great marketing—empathy! Explore examples and learn all about why understanding and empathizing with your customers might be the key ingredient to success.

Read the full blog here!
https://batesmeron.com/have-a-little-empathy/

Some people hate AI, some people love it—this blog is for those who need a bit more information to form their opinion. Join Cam as she untangles the mysteries of artificial intelligence, weighs the pros and cons and reveals what it all means for you and your brand. https://batesmeron.com/observations-on-ai/

Marketing efforts can be a daunting task for many companies—how do you know which approach is right for you? Take a scroll through Esmeralda’s blog to discover the pros and cons of in-house, agency and hybrid models to decide what’s right for you. https://batesmeron.com/in-house-agency-or-hybrid/

When our client K12 Coalition approached us with the task of branding RedThread, their brand new, all-encompassing K-8 literacy program, we knew it needed to shine. Explore our whimsical journey through logo creation, branding, a comprehensive launch campaign and classroom materials.

Read the full portfolio piece here: https://batesmeron.com/work/redthread-comprehensive-messaging-branding-design/

Work hard, pickle ball even harder.

In this month’s blog, join Lili as she takes a trip down memory lane and gets in her feels about the loss of Vocalo radio—NPR’s 24/7 non-profit Chicago radio station that reflects the heart, soul and sound of the city.

Read on to discover what Chicago deserves to sound like - https://batesmeron.com/this-is-what-chicago-deserves-to-sound-like/

Step into the captivating world of film noir with David's blog post. Explore the timeless questions of morality and society through iconic classics like "Double Indemnity" and "Bad Company." Dive into the darkness and intrigue of noir cinema by reading the full blog! https://batesmeron.com/everyday-people/

BatesMeron ventured into the world of music to reimagine a logo, branding and messaging for This Is Jesus. A rising worship concert series, This is Jesus sought an identity that resonated deeply with its essence—capturing the spirit of their organization, the intimate connections forged with musicians and audiences alike, and carving out a distinct lane within their industry.

Read the full portfolio here! https://batesmeron.com/work/this-is-jesus-worship-concert-series/

Get to know the writer behind wondrous words in this month’s blog post featuring David Muir—the latest addition to the BatesMeron Team!

David shares exercises for shaking existential crisis (a.k.a. creative blocks) as well as some of the ways he spends his free time.

Read more here! https://batesmeron.com/6-questions-for-david-muir/

Dive into the captivating history behind China's dragon totem in this month's blog post. Explore its evolution from tribal totem to a revered imperial emblem, tracing its connection to astronomy and spiritual significance. Learn about the symbolism behind Chinese letters and join us in anticipating good fortune in the Year of the Dragon! 🐉

Read more here -

Dragon Totem - BatesMeron The Year of The Dragon 2024

Take a joy ride through our latest portfolio piece as we break down our road map for Flash’s digital ad campaign. From navigating diverse audiences to crafting tailored content for various platforms, discover how we maximized impact by merging strategy with creativity.

Read more here! https://batesmeron.com/work/flash-digital-ad-campaign/

Skating past her 1 Year Anniversary, our Multi-Creative, Jackie of All Trades, Master of All of ‘Em and Almost-Do-It-All has graced our shop under the guise of just, “Lili”, but we know that type of talent is indescribable. So… Write on. Photograph on. Compose and perform on. Carry on because you’re right on!

From a whirlwind of a White Elephant gift exchange to money gunning our employee of the year to a frenemies fish fight, the BMSD holiday party was a night to remember. Shout out to our clients Pita Inn for making food that ALWAYS hits the spot, and shout out to our team for an amazing year! Happy holidays from our hearts to yours 🎉❤️

As the calendar turns over, there’s an opportunity to reflect on the past and plan for the future. Our BMSD team has compiled six strategies designed to help your brand meet any milestone on any given day throughout the New Year.

Read more here! https://batesmeron.com/how-to-position-your-brand-for-success-as-we-head-into-the-new-year/

Farpoint Development sought a website reimagining that would reflect their renewed branding. The real estate developers entrusted BatesMeron to renovate their digital presence on account of our reputation for striking and effective web design. Check out the full portfolio piece here! https://batesmeron.com/work/farpoint-website-redesign/

Double award recipient alert! We're honored to be recognized as a Clutch Global Award winner AND a Clutch Champion winner. These accolades highlight our team's commitment to surpassing expectations and consistently delivering exceptional results—we couldn't be prouder. A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful clients and our kickass team! 🏆🌟

Discover a world where creativity and nature collide in Cam’s artsy, autumnal blog. As the perfect season to step away from screens and breathe in the crisp air settles in, come along with us as we explore art techniques that fuse creativity with the wonder of the outdoors.

Read more here! https://batesmeron.com/nature-by-design/

BatesMeron’s Halloween celebration included spirited pumpkin painting, dare-to-share apple cider and The Nightmare Before Christmas. Plus, BMSD’s spooky gift swap was full of handmade art, vintage finds and shrimply perfect presents. 🎃

Distinctive Schools tapped BatesMeron for a cohesive brand refresh that was both impactful and engaging. Our team dove into action, working to refine brand messaging, craft a *distinctive* visual identity, create stand-out brand collateral and implement marketing strategies to support their mission of advancing charter schools in underserved communities.

Read more here! https://batesmeron.com/work/distinctive-schools-branding-strategy-marketing/

Introducing Peter Meersman, BatesMeron’s new copywriter! Join us in getting to know Peter as we uncover the person behind the words with a few questions from Spill the Bees. See how he finds inspiration through cycling, quirky hobbies and his favorite brands in our blog, read more here! https://batesmeron.com/6-questions-for-peter-meersman/

K12 Coalition was born from the minds of educators determined to improve the education landscape. Dive into our transformative branding, campaign and web design work that's redefining education's future—explore more through the portfolio link here: https://batesmeron.com/work/k12-coalition-multi-organizational-branding/

Take the first steps to paradise at Amelia Island! 🏝️ This throwback portfolio for the Options Industry Conference highlights the incredible experience we crafted. BatesMeron was entrusted to capture the island's beauty and transform it into engaging conference materials and a website that left everyone enchanted. View the full portfolio here: https://batesmeron.com/work/options-industry-conference-amelia-island/

We had a blast at Porter Pipe & Supply Company's Christmas in July car show! 🚗🎄🎉 Vrooming with passion for cars and fueling joy by supporting their heartwarming Toys for Tots donation drive! We take immense pride in supporting Porter Pipe, where the energy is always high, and the camaraderie is infectious!

Thank you for the invite Stephanie Porter-Bodziach!