Our creative roots run deep.
BRIGADE began in 2005 as Executive Creative Director Kirsten Modestow’s one-woman show. Today we operate with a growing team of over 20 individuals, partnering with top brands worldwide.
As driven as
you are.
Our small, motivated team works relentlessly to compete against some of the most renowned agencies in the world, meaning we don’t just work with challenger brands, we are one.
To stay competitive and ensure our work stands up against the heavyweights, we hire people with diverse backgrounds, skills, and training, and draw inspiration from uncommon sources. Because our team is like no other, we’re able to create disruptive, one-of-a-kind work for our clients—often leading to long-term relationships that span three years or longer (16 years is our current record). Succinctly, we’re the secret weapon you’ve been seeking.
Kirsten Modestow
Executive Creative Director
Hi, I’m Kirsten
A semi-professional, online shopper with a deep love of interior design and Kelly Wearstler. Wrangles (with little success) two teenagers, two dogs, an over-sized husband, and 6-ish chickens.
Alexia Geary
Senior Account Manager
Hi, I’m Alexia
Resident Cajun bringing flavor, fun, and attention to detail. Also, music and a bold, red lip.
Anthony Sarkis
Senior Creative
Hi, I’m Anthony
Studio artist spending my fortune on food and houseplants. Catch me at Tandem Bagel on my lunch break. #notsponsored
David Foote
Associate Creative Director
Hi, I’m David
Just a Scorpio who loves music from the 60s, TV from the 80s, and iced coffee in the winter.
Elena Zeff
Senior Account Manager
Hi, I’m Elena
Crafting emails and taking names since ‘19. Resident multitasker. If it’s not on my post-it note it didn’t happen.
Erin Schwab
Data Analyst
Hi, I’m Erin
Systems thinker, nature enthusiast, and lover of paper maps. Also shamelessly frugal and always trying to arrive by bike.
Glenys Rignall
Senior Executive Assistant
Hi, I’m Glenys
Proud dual citizen of Great Britain and the USA! Loves supporting her multi-talented, kind team-mates and has a lot of fun doing it!!
Hali Miller
Creative Director
Hi, I’m Hali
Branding enthusiast with a passion for surprising color choices and interior decor. Probably scrolling through Crate & Barrel or yelling at my two dogs.
Jimmy Parker
Senior Creative
Hi, I’m Jimmy
Delaware transplant who never passes up an opportunity to challenge someone to a board game. Scary movies bring me comfort and my shelves are adorned with LEGO.
Teamwork is our creative force.
What makes our team tick? Collaboration at every stage — the file-sharing, design-tweaking, roll-up-your sleeves kind. We welcome the open-minded and we know that different perspectives are key to our success.
Joe Marden
Creative Director
Hi, I’m Joe
Weekend woodworker who would rather build it than buy it, vintage motorcycle enthusiast, and currently on a quest to perfect my paella dish.
Lauren Florence
Senior Creative
Hi, I’m Lauren
Nature-loving designer and illustrator who likes to escape into fantasy novels, Studio Ghibli movies, and Stardew Valley. Mom of two cats and a small human.
Liz Austin
Strategy and Development Manager
Hi, I’m Liz
Bargain hunter and Upstate New Yorker (with the confusingly midwestern accent to prove it). Loves a challenge.
Megan Saraceno
Workflow and Office Manager
Hi, I’m Megan
Perpetual optimist, overly interested in what you’re listening to. Find me multi-tasking while jamming out in my radio time capsule.
Nolan Richter
Creative Director
Hi, I’m Nolan
A crate digging pizza enthusiast with a love for design and an even deeper love for the Sopranos.
Robert Parker
Creative Director
Hi, I’m Robert
I’m a sucker for a good tagline, casually self-identify as Peggy Olson, and I can order a mean dirty martini.
Rachel Jackson
Account Manager
Hi, I’m Rachel
Pioneer “valley girl” with a worldly heart, an eye for DIY design, and a mild obsession with Joanna Gaines.
Stephen Oparowski
Senior Creative
Hi, I’m Stephen
When I’m not at BRIGADE, I’m at home taking care of my sweet-little monsters, doing crosswords with my wife Sara, all while feeding my appetite for hip hop.
Thom Dudley
Senior Illustrator
Hi, I’m Thom
Illustrator, animator, and 3D modeler by day…and by night. Also mildly obsessed with motorcycles, secret compartments, funny-shaped furniture making, and crafting the perfect spaghetti alla carbonara.
Tim MacKay
Associate Creative Director
Hi, I’m Tim
Layout Lord, Type Master, and Lensman from the North. This is the way.
