BarkleyOKRP has appointed Brad Jones as its new Chief Creative Officer, a move that underscores the independent agency’s growing focus on creative-media integration and its expanding national footprint. Jones joins
BarkleyOKRP is expanding its ‘Big Indie’ model with the launch of a new brand called MissionOne Media. With over $1.1 billion in billings and 200 employees, MissionOne will be overseen by
The finding that only 36% of Black-owned businesses have physical stores, led Putney, the Black-owned agency within independent BarkleyOKRP, to create digital storefronts for 34 online shops in Chicago throughout Black History
Suja Life has selected BarkleyOKRP as its creative agency of record. The Kansas City-based agency will oversee all creative efforts for Suja starting in January 2025, marking a significant milestone
Independent creative agency BarkleyOKRP has been named the agency of record for Signature Aviation, one of the world’s leading global aviation companies. Following a competitive review, the agency will handle
BarkleyOKRP has launched a powerful new AI-powered campaign, Unfinished Legacies, aimed at raising awareness about the fentanyl epidemic and the tragic loss of lives to accidental overdoses. The campaign uses
Chicago Sky, in partnership with advertising agencies BarkleyOKRP and Putney, is taking a bold step forward with its “Block the Negativity, Post Up Positivity” initiative aimed at combating online harm
Dictionary Films has expanded its leadership team with the addition of Madeline Saloga, who has stepped into the role of Senior Producer as the Chicago-based company continues to broaden its
Today is Halloween. Why wouldn’t we end the day with a morbid AF story? The Andy Warhol Museum is inviting audiences to face the inevitable and have a little fun
Metro by T-Mobile wants a ten-dollar monthly discount to feel like culture, not math. The carrier’s new “Price Drop Drop” campaign, created by BarkleyOKRP, takes that savings and turns it
Chicago rolled out the blue-and-yellow carpet for one of its brightest stars. The Chicago Sky honored hometown legend and WNBA icon Candace Parker with a citywide, three-day celebration that culminated
The city of Chicago takes center court in a powerful new campaign from BarkleyOKRP marking the Chicago Sky’s 20th season in the WNBA. The campaign, which kicked off earlier this
Sarah Gitersonke, founder of SG+ Reps, brought together her diverse roster of world class directorial, VFX, photography, editorial, animation + design talent for the 2nd annual SG Fam Fest at
Director Didier Charette is joining the Quriosity Productions’ roster after having completed two productions for them in the last few months, both for BarkleyOKRP and their Premier Protein client. His
The Bronx Zoo and New York Aquarium have found a new creative partner in Laughlin Constable. The independent full-service agency has been named the creative agency of record for both
Editors Note: Reel Chicago’s The Reel Black List isn’t just about February—it’s about honoring the Black creatives, leaders, and visionaries who shape Chicago’s film, TV, advertising, music, and media industries
When it came to creative brilliance, Chicago’s agencies showed the rest of the world how it’s done in 2024. Highdive, BarkleyOKRP, Quality Meats, and other Windy City powerhouses didn’t just
Southwest Airlines has kicked off a new phase in its “That’s a Big Flex” campaign by teaming up with the iconic Chicago eatery Mr. Beef. For one day only, they
The full-service creative agency, HLK, has officially opened its second Midwest office in Chicago’s vibrant West Loop neighborhood. Located at the corner of West Washington Boulevard and North Morgan Street,
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to revolutionize industries, the world of search engine optimization (SEO) is poised for radical transformation. Traditional search engines like Google and Bing have long dominated
