Acadia

Had a blast directing these quick spots back in February with a small, killer team for @primobrandsdirect . Not enough hand warmers but worth every second. 

Blessed to work with all these amazing people.

Director - @cmv.create 👋 Producer/ 1st AD - @dariaewillis DP - @evan.cooper_ Gaffer - @twodovesinspirational Photographer - @fredericcisneros Art Director - @juliette.fields.brock 
Editor - @evan.cooper_ Account Manager - @rebekahluisa Talent Rep - @jen_she Talent - @vantrav Talent - @katemarani

@freshthyme

Very excited to share that we’ve been named the 2026 @adage A-List Media Agency of the Year 🎉

A functional team is a competitive advantage. Fight hard against unnecessary internal politics and red tape, so people can focus on what really drives growth. Jared Belsky - CEO of Acadia @acadiaio x @davidnovak #leadership #teamwork #growthmindset #leadershipdevelopment #podcastclips

Another stellar production with our friends at @freshthyme . This time, we stepped it up and created an expansive brand manifesto that spanned Social, Influencer, Paid Media, and Experiential. A four-day trip to Grand Rapids to capture content on a blueberry farm, host an in-store experience, and shoot in-store overnight. Such an honor to be partnered with a brand (and community) that is confident in who they are and where they come from. Client: @freshthyme Agency/Production: @acadiaio Acadia Partner, HOS: Margot Eddy Acadia Creative Director: Brandon Friedman Acadia Head of Influencer: Rebecca Yi Acadia Influencer Manager: Tessa Haussler Acadia Influencer Associate: Kayla Travis Acadia Account Manager: @annie_martin Acadia Traffic Manager: @krista.weingarten Influencer: @feelgoodfoodie Producer: @cmv.create ✋ Director: @joey_guy12 1st AD: @thesethrice Production Coordinator: @dariaewillis Photographer: @fredericcisneros Director of Photography: @evan.cooper_ 1st AC: @mimstermama Drone Op: @colehammontree Gaffer: Matt Lowing Key Grip: Matt Ryan Best Electric: Casey McClurken Best Grip: Scott Anderson Sound Mixer: Dana Mroczek Prop Master: @juliette.fields Wardrobe Stylist: @janellelyn H&MU: Angie Miller VO Artist: Bridget Haight Post Production: @Company3 Executive Post Producer: Kenny Sloat Sr. Editor: Eddie Kesler Assistant Editor: Mike Moore Colorist: Justin White Sr. Sound Designer/Mixer: Shawn Coleman Sr. Flame Artist: Mike Wardner Camera Rentals: @braincellcamera G&E Rentals: @lowinglight Talent Agency: @bmg.talent Talent Agent: Tanya Hermann Principle Talent: Stephen George, Georgina Castellanos, Karen Rupert-Jeffrey, Rico Velazquez Background Talent: Jyl Bradley, J Cesar Ayala, Katy Kujala, Michelle Poston, Xander Kaz

Acadia was just recognized by the US Search Awards for ‘Best SEO Campaign’ for our work with European Wax Center. Proving again that a disciplined search-first strategy can outperform flash at scale. Over 1,100+ locations with their own unique content and needs drove REAL bookings and actual sales. Congratulations to the entire Acadia team who worked on this

Had a blast shooting some materials for Support Pets w/ @acadiaio ! It was so much fun working with this whole team and meeting many talented actors, models & crew. Check us out on Amazon.com! It was great working with you all! @joshwacopeland @marykatelyncobb @caleescilabro @iamjaybyars @audrey.buff @acadiaio @cmv.create @dariaewillis @demarcusthegreat__ @_anthonyhudson @zoelawsond @juliette.fields

2/2 For those who know what they want and aren’t afraid to snack accordingly. To the ones that say we can’t, we say…BITE ME. Our first creative campaign production with @trubar.brands ! This jammed packed one day shoot was filled with rapid set builds, bold colors, and an amazing team. We are so excited to see TRUBAR continue to grow and build upon their amazing community. Client: @trubar.brands Agency: @acadiaio Account Managers: Coreen Face, Annie Martin Creative Director: Brandon Friedman Traffic Manager: @krista.weingarten Director : @joey_guy12 Junior Art Director: @juliette.fields Producer: @cmv.create 👋 Production Coordinator: @dariaewillis Photographer: @fredericcisneros Director of Photography: @evan.cooper_ 1st AC: @wesley_collins_ Gaffer: @twodovesinspirational Grip: @madttwatter Wardrobe Stylist: @chelsea_kimrey_mueller HMUA: @beautyandthejules Production Designer: @_kateworth Set Dresser: @selenalillo Set Dresser: @brandon_funk PA: @zoelawsond Talent Agencies: @ursulawiedmannmodels & @forwardtheagency Talent: @aliedavis_ , @thealexferguson , @milton_s_mills , Alexandra Finch Studio: @terminus_atl Production Rentals: @atlasatl , @cinderatlanta , @terminus_atl

1/2 For those who know what they want and aren’t afraid to snack accordingly. To the ones that say we can’t, we say…BITE ME. Our first creative campaign production with @trubar.brands ! This jammed packed one day shoot was filled with rapid set builds, bold colors, and an amazing team. We are so excited to see TRUBAR continue to grow and build upon their amazing community. Client: @trubar.brands Agency: @acadiaio Account Managers: Coreen Face, Annie Martin Creative Director: Brandon Friedman Traffic Manager: @krista.weingarten Director : @joey_guy12 Junior Art Director: @juliette.fields Producer: @cmv.create 👋 Production Coordinator: @dariaewillis Photographer: @fredericcisneros Director of Photography: @evan.cooper_ 1st AC: @wesley_collins_ Gaffer: @twodovesinspirational Grip: @madttwatter Wardrobe Stylist: @chelsea_kimrey_mueller HMUA: @beautyandthejules Production Designer: @_kateworth Set Dresser: @selenalillo Set Dresser: @brandon_funk PA: @zoelawsond Talent Agencies: @ursulawiedmannmodels & @forwardtheagency Talent: @aliedavis_ , @thealexferguson , @milton_s_mills , Alexandra Finch Studio: @terminus_atl Production Rentals: @atlasatl , @cinderatlanta , @terminus_atl

Healthy Obsession by @freshthyme - Earlier this year we created a set of quirky spots showcasing Fresh Thyme’s fanatical, light-hearted approach to produce and their customers. This overnight Chicago shoot with the team from @_elementproductions_ was a blast and we are so proud of it! Client: @freshthyme Agency: @acadiaio Production Company: @_elementproductions_ Acadia Creative Director: Brandon Friedman Acadia Partner, HOS: @margotdukes Acadia Creative Producer: @cmv.create Acadia Art Director: @joey_guy12 Acadia Account Manager: @annie_martin Acadia Traffic Manager: @krista.weingarten Executive Producers: Kristin Kearns, Matthew O’Rourke Director: @waynercraig Producer: Justin Bell 1st AD: @thesethrice Production Coordinator: Samuel Ramsey Stills Photographer: @fredericcisneros Director of Photography: Joe Farris 1st AC: Dave Wightman 2nd AC/Data Manager: Tom Zimmerman Gaffer: Jeremy Christen Key Grip: Zayne Van Heerden Grip: David Ryzner Grip: Geoffrey Fingerhut Sound Mixer: Bruno Strapko Production Designer: Shannon Lewis Art/Wardrobe Assist: Jodie Meis Art PA: Isse Copeland Art PA: Max Cometa Key HMU: Alba Castillo Key Set PA: Joe Yanan Mango Mike: @rilesaugustholiday Customer #1: Sasha Mackoon Pomelo Pam: Sara Dispasquale Customer #2: Jazmin Corona Head of Post Production: Kim Kelley Post Production Coordinator: Antonio Figueroa Editor: John Giuggio Colorist: Chris Santo Audio Mixing: Red Vault Audio - Pete Morse Camera & Lighting Rentals: Visions of Light, Filmgear Chicago

@margotdukes , Partner, Head of Social at Acadia was featured in Digiday on how @acadiaio is winning creative work along with media. Hear from Margot and @trubar.brands & @eatatperkins in the article. Read the full article here: /media-buying/media-buying-briefing-analyzing-how-acadia-is-winning-over-creative-work-as-well-as-media/

What happens when you hand a muralist the keys to a new home? You get a masterpiece. Our latest production with @centexhomes Homes turns a home into a canvas—with the help of muralist Racheal Jackson ( @banyanbridges )and a creative push from our studio, influencer, and social teams. Big thanks to Diahann Young for inviting us to help tell the Centex story in such a bold, visual way. And our great partners at @southend.productions Follow @centexhomes on Instagram as the #BlankCanvas campaign continues to unfold.