Los Angeles-based Afterhrs., known for its creative and unexpected approaches to modern storytelling, has signed with Dawn Rao & Partners for exclusive Midwest representation.
“The Midwest is home to some of the world’s most cherished brands and Dawn’s understanding of the market is unrivaled,” says Thelonious Brooks, co-founder and Executive Producer of afterhrs. “She’s a trusted connector and we are beyond thrilled to have her as our guide and partner.”
Led by Rao, Dawn Rao & Partners boasts 20 years of experience and a daily dedicated focus on partnering clients with top advertising agencies, creatives, and producers. The talent represented by the agency has created some of the most revered and iconic advertising in the industry.
“Afterhrs. is one of those rare and special companies that cuts through the noise with a real IT factor that is curated, inspiring, and diverse,” Dawn explains. “They know how to create work that is compelling and connects with audiences, including how to authentically speak to Gen Z in a way that few marketers do but all brands covet.”
Rao also notes that while afterhrs. is a fresh voice in the industry, the company was built on longstanding creative relationships with multidisciplinary artists creating advertising and entertainment content.
Among them are Danny Sangra, Chelsea Slater, Hala Matar, Camila Cornelsen, Moorhead & Benson, Hans Emanuel (Latin Market), Harry Israelson, Josh Borock, Original Kids, and afterhrs. co-founder/director Kai Regan.
The company’s recent projects include campaigns for hims, Team USA 2024, Amazon, and Moncler x Salehe Bembury.
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