Seriously. Creative Storytelling.
 
 

We are Rogue Creatives,

A marketing agency serving Orange County businesses and nonprofits for branding, video, web, and design needs.

Think of us as your personal storytelling team. Each of us specializes in skills across all forms of media, and when we come together, magic happens. Our team sees the world as an endless opportunity to grow, share, learn, and of course, create together!

To us, there is nothing more valuable than building connections and facilitating stories to the rest of the world. We live, work, and play in Newport Beach and the surrounding areas, and it’s our mission to support organizations big and small as they expand their stories and continue making OC a better place to call home.

 
 
 

Meet the Team

 

Matt Barnes // Owner + Strategic director

“Evil will always triumph because good is dumb.”
- Dark Helmet ("Spaceballs")

Cory Hill // Creative Director

The bizarre and chaotic story that is his life has helped Cory hone his skills and passion for impactful storytelling through videography.

Belinda Carter-Thompson // SPECIAL PROJECTS DIRECTOR

Between client communication and brand strategy, Belinda takes client stories and crafts a plan for the Rogue team to execute.

Taylor Bolanos // Content Strategist

After studying journalism as an undergrad, Taylor now strategizes and writes content for websites, email and ad campaigns, printed materials, and beyond.

 

Joshua Marino // Lead Designer

Designer, strategist and writer, Joshua loves creating things—logos, websites, and the occasional dad joke—that tell a compelling story, bring people together, and make the world a better place.

JOY WITTY // DESIGNER

An energetic graphic designer and nature lover, Joy infuses her positivity into every project. Specializing in branding and identity, she finds inspiration in outdoor adventures—yoga, running, hiking, skiing.

TIFFANY POPE // CHAOS COORDINATOR

Her title pretty much sums up what Tiffany does here at Rogue. Keeping Matt in check and making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes is not for the faint of heart.

Rogue // The Real Owner

3/23/09 – 2/07/23
Rogue is remembered fondly as the cuddly, sweet, watermelon-loving inspiration for our creative journey.

 
 

FAQ

+ Why shouldn’t my brand just hire an in-house marketing director?

There’s nothing quite like an outside perspective. When you allow a new team with a variety of talents to take that burden off your shoulders, you can free up your own time. Wouldn’t you rather focus on what you do best while we do the rest? Plus, rather than relying on the limited skill set of one person, you have an entire team at your disposal for around the same price.

+ Why is marketing important?

Your brand can be amazing. Your products can blow minds. Your service can wow crowds. But it can’t do anything if no one knows about it. Stories are meant to be told!

+ Who is Rogue?

Rogue is our icon and the cutest French Bulldog around. Our owner Matt Barnes adopted Rogue in 2009, and he’s never looked back!

+ Can’t anyone do social media?

Sure! (If you have a phone, chances are you’re already “doing social media.”) But there’s a BIG difference between doing social media and doing it well. Doing social media the right way is both an art AND a science. Between a curated feed and helpful analytics, social media is a truly powerful, ever-evolving resource. We pride ourselves in staying up to date!

+ When should you rebrand?

Ask yourself two questions. First, does the description of my logo and branding match the description of my company? Second, is your branding timeless, easy to use and easily recognizable? If the answer to either of these questions is “no,” it might be time to make a change!

+ Are you hiring?

Yes! Check out out careers page!