WHERE CREATIVITY MEETS GROWTH, SO YOUR BRAND TAKES THE SPOTLIGHT
Studio NEA.R. is a strategy-led creative studio partnering with founders and artists to turn bold ideas into clear positioning, focused marketing, and meaningful growth.
Founded and led by Nea, a former Microsoft Creative Director, the studio brings the strategic expertise behind global brands and companies across three continents into intentional, human-scale work. People hire Studio NEA.R. to tap into the experience that has helped organizations grow revenue, trust, and long-term impact, without getting lost in the noise or trends.Studio NEA.R. is built on a fundamental belief: not everything deserves attention. The work starts by identifying what truly matters (the projects, messages, and decisions that deserve the spotlight), then designing strategy, content, and systems that allow it to take the spotlight so it grows.The studio focuses on strong foundations. Including clear positioning, aligned strategy, and sustainable approaches that evolve with you. Whether you’re launching something new, refining an existing brand, or stepping into your next chapter, NEA.R. provides direction, structure, and confidence.NEA.R. operates through focused, project-based engagements, partnering with clients who value clarity, autonomy, and long-term growth over constant but inefficient visibility.
NEA.R. for founders
Strategic marketing and creative direction for people building their own business
You don’t need more content.
You need clearer decisions.You have a strong idea, but deciding what deserves attention, how to talk about it, and how to build trust with the right clients can feel overwhelming. Especially when marketing starts to demand time, energy, and constant output without clear results.I partner with founders to bring clarity and direction to their marketing. Together, we define what matters, organize your positioning, and design a focused strategy that supports growth, without turning marketing into a second full-time job.This isn’t about managing your social channels or posting more. It’s about making intentional choices that compound over time, so your online presence actually works for your business.
WHO IS THIS FOR
This is for you if:
• You’re a solo founder or small team building something you care deeply about• You’re launching a new business or running one that isn’t growing the way you expected• You’re taking a side project or independent business seriously and want to make smart decisions as you grow• You’re doing “a bit of everything” marketing-wise, but it lacks focus, direction, and impact• You care about attracting paying clients, not vanity metrics• You want marketing to support your business and life, not consume it
WHAT I DO
I help founders make clear, confident decisions about their positioning, marketing, and growth; then translate those decisions into focused action.
This is strategic partnership, not templates or task lists.Brand positioning & messaging
We define how your business should be perceived: what you stand for, who it’s for, and how it should sound and show up. This becomes the foundation that guides every decision, so your marketing feels intentional instead of improvised.Marketing & audience funnel mapping
I guide you to focus on the channels and touchpoints that matter most: how people discover you, how trust is built, and how that turns into paid clients.
Beyond short-term spikes, we design for sustainable audience growth; building communities that follow your work consistently, not just during viral moments.Content strategy (YouTube, social, campaigns)
We decide what content makes sense for your business, where it belongs, and why it exists. This ensures your effort supports real goals instead of draining energy or chasing the wrong goals.Website & online presence cleanup
From structure to messaging, I guide the cleanup and alignment of your online presence so it’s clear, credible, and client-ready, without unnecessary complexity.Coaching & ongoing guidance
I partner with you and teach you how to think strategically about marketing and growth so you can make confident decisions long after our work together.Optional content creation & creative direction
When it makes sense, I provide photography, video, or hands-on creative direction; always guided by strategy to avoid disconnected execution.No templates. No generic advice. Everything is tailored to your business, goals, and stage of growth.
ABOUT ME
I’ve spent over 20 years working in marketing, content, and creative direction; building brands from the ground up and leading global creative teams for projects like Minecraft, its movie, Overwatch, and Diablo.Alongside that, I built my own music and content platform, reaching over 40 million YouTube views and growing a community of 400,000+ people. I’ve worked across North America, Europe, and LATAM, specializing in turning complex ideas into clear, engaging experiences that people trust.Today, I bring big-brand strategic thinking into focused, human-scale partnerships; helping founders build and grow brands people return to. Especially for founders who want clarity, confidence, and growth, without marketing taking over their life.Based in Seattle. Available remotely or for travel when needed.
EXPERIENCE ACROSS GLOBAL BRANDS
From global tech to culture-defining launches
WORK WITH ME
Founder's Brand & Growth Package:
I take the marketing guesswork off your shoulders by building a clear, actionable strategy with you, and teaching you how to sustain it. This is a strategic, systems-first engagement, not execution or agency-style support.
Phase 1 — Clarity & Foundation• Deep dive into your business, offer, and goals• Brand positioning & messaging (what you say, how you say it, and to whom)• Audience & funnel mapping:
• How people discover you
• How trust is built
• How that turns into paying clients• Clear priorities - including what not to focus onPhase 2 — Build & Test• Content and channel strategy tailored to your business• Website / online presence cleanup• Campaign or content concepts to start building momentum• Selective Creative Direction (Optional Add-on): Selective, high-impact creative direction where clarity accelerates execution. This module includes up to 4 hours of selective hands-on direction, used only where speed or clarity would otherwise stall momentum (e.g., editing a key piece of sales copy, photography of your products in its own space - no studio, behind the scenes footage for reels, feedback on video scriptwriting)Phase 3 — Transfer & Autonomy• Coaching and Q&A sessions• Guidance on how to maintain quality and momentum• Teaching you how to evaluate what’s working and adjust over timeDetails:
✦ Duration: ~3 months
✦ Starting from $15,000 (most clients invest $15,000 - $18,000)
paid in up to 3 installmentsGoal: By the end of our work together, you’re no longer guessing. You'll have a system you understand and can sustain.
1:1 Strategic Advisory Sprint with Nea:
1 month · high-touch strategic advisory focused on clarity, direction, and confident decision-making.
• 1 × 60-min Intake & Context call (your business, goals, constraints, and current context)• 4 × 60-min Weekly Strategy Calls. Used for:
• Live brainstorming and idea shaping
• Channel & content review
• Opportunity spotting
• Decision-making support
• Pressure-testing ideas before you invest time or money• Strategic Summary Document (2–3 pages), delivered at the end of the month. A concise, custom roadmap you can actually use, including:
• Clear priorities (what matters now vs later)
• Channel selection (where to focus and where not to)
• Content scope mapped to funnel stages (awareness, credibility, conversion)
• Low-hanging opportunities (when relevant)
• Signals to watch for as your business evolves and needs a strategy updateDetails:
✦ Duration: 4 weeks
✦ $5,000
✦ Note: Execution and hands-on content creation is not part of this offer.Goal: You leave knowing exactly what to focus on, what to ignore, and how to move forward with confidence.I take on a limited number of 1:1 clients at a time. Use the contact button to see if there’s availability.
CONTACT NEA.R.
Ready to take your business to the next level? Tell me about your project and where you're feeling stuck and let’s build something unforgettable.