We are a full-service independent branding and marketing agency focused on putting your brand and customers first. Through authenticity and collaboration, we tap into unique humanistic insights that help your business stand out among the competition. Achieving consistent results that positively impact your bottom line, while promoting greater awareness and increased revenue.
A fierce ally to the clients and brands we champion, we are big thinking meets savvy spending meets scrappy go-to-market execution. You won't find agency bloat with us. We staff with world-class talent on a project basis. Scaling and shrinking to satisfy your needs. Plus, when you partner with us, you get us — the people doing the work. The ones most invested in your success. We like to win, and we only win when you win.
Take a look around; see what you think; and let's talk. We love making new friends.
Gordon West, President & Creative Chief | e: gordon@imaginaryfriendus.com | m: (312) 550-4945
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IMAGINATION WITHOUT INHIBITION
OURS PHILOSOPHY IS SIMPLE
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We believe in relationships (client and agency, brand and consumer, people and life). We like to listen more than we speak, and we understand the importance of data as a tool when it comes to human-centric solutions aimed at brand engagement. We see ourselves as part of the ecosystem that spurs growth for your business — a confidant in every sense of the word. That's why you'll find us at the intersection of imagination and friendship.
HOW WE APPROACH THINGS
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As a team of seasoned marketing professionals, we see business challenges as an opportunity to exceed our clients' expectations. To be successful in the art of selling goods and services, we have become experts at connecting with human beings. Understanding the way people live, shop, and engage with your brand is paramount in defining the means by which we capture their attention and convert their interest into sales and, at best, sincere advocacy.
​ We create work that people appreciate, because that creates culture. And brands that make culture, make money.
WHY YOU NEED AN IMAGINARY FRIEND
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We believe in the power of play. Play leads to great work. Plus, sometimes you need an outsider looking in to see what you may be missing. Someone you can trust, who's dedicated to your success.​ You want a creative ally. And that just so happens to be our namesake. It's something we always aspire to. Come play in the sandbox with us. Let's uncover those unique, insight driven, creative business solutions that truly work.
JUMP IN OUR SANDBOX
Case Study: REDY (Brand Naming, Brand Strategy, Corporate Identity, Brand Standards, Website)
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Redy is an online home sales and connectivity platform. A business with an obsessive focus on their customer. Sound familiar?
Case Study PARK HYATT (Television, Print, Branded Content)
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Park Hyatt is a leader in luxury experiences and accommodations. Something California Design Den can certainly relate to.
Case Study: ONSEMI (Viral/Trade Show/Case Study Video, Digital, Social, Print)
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Onsemi focuses on evolving to meet new needs and find better solutions within their space. Much like CDD excels at doing within their own.
OUR CAPABILITIES SPAN STRATEGIC, CREATIVE, AND PRODUCTION SERVICES
STRATEGY
Brand Audits
Purpose Planning
User Experiences
Audience Mapping
Market Positioning
Brand Architecture
Discovery & Research
CREATIVE
Branding
Storytelling
Creative Direction
Art Direction
Copywriting
Mobile/Web Design
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Graphic Design
Content Creation
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Guerrilla & Experiential
Brand Activations
PRODUCTION
Film/Television
Advertising
Original Content
Branded Content
Digital/Online Video
Social Media
Music Videos
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Corporate
Experiential
Trailers
BTS/EPK
Photography
Tabletop & Styling
Printed Assets
POST PRODUCTION
Editorial
Motion Graphics
Title Design
Color Grading
Sound Design & Mix
Finishing
VISUAL EFFECTS
VFX Supervision
Compositing
Full CGI
Concept Design
2D/3D Animation
Particles Design
Animatics
MEDIA
Strategy
Planning
Buying
Reporting & Analytics
WE'RE GAME. HOW ABOUT YOU?
Thank you for allowing us to share a bit about who we are and what we can offer. We appreciate you considering us for your future branding and marketing needs. And we're thrilled to have the opportunity to be a part of this next stage in your organization's development and growth!
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We very much look forward to sharing in a wealth of mutual success, while building on what has all the makings of a beautiful relationship. Just imagine what we can accomplish together.