Our story is born from a great desire to create effective designs and valuable brand experiences. We began as a brand identity and design company, but with the evolution of marketing and technological advances -- our perception changed. We integrated the many facets of design communication and joined together to form an agency that allowed for individual brand growth.
We are a brand and design agency committed to creating positive change. As an independent, creatively led agency, we believe in honest, good work. And we have handpicked only the finest talents to our team. We are comprised of brand strategists, researchers, storytellers, designers, and technologists -- all who thrive on working with clients to strengthen their brand value. Organizations come to us when they want to create an irresistible marketplace attraction.
We produce solid, identifiable results through high impact messages and campaigns that engage, inspire and entertain. STARMEN does more than just change appearances. We drive action -- thinking bigger, playing more, and taking more risks. This allows our ideas to live longer. Over the last few years, our success has driven us to expand beyond our Hollywood flagship and into an integrated network of talents in Chicago and New York.
Our approach to the design process is guided by our clients. We begin by engaging in thorough communication with you. Before we respond, we insist on listening and understanding your concepts and ideas.
We approach each project as an opportunity to grow intellectually. Maintaining an open mind to the possibility of "what can be," we avoid being predictable and allow the beauty of exploration to take us, together with our clients, in interesting directions.
We're committed to inspiring and building confidence with all around us -- the clients we collaborate with, those who our clients engage with, and our own team who is always determined to produce exceptional work. Great outcome requires teamwork.
Our creative outcome is the result of sound strategic thinking. We are not afraid to challenge convention. In doing so, we aim to inspire new ways of thinking. This element of our approach is fundamental to how we work.
Our focus is to find value in your organization, product, or service. By developing concepts that reflect the changes and developments in the marketplace, we aim to create brand experiences that appeal to the specific needs of your consumer.
Using our insights, imagination and problem-solving experience it's easy to envision the end result. Together, we'll develop the best strategies to realize the full potential of your business.
Trust takes time. We are ready to work with you from the very beginning stages to ensure your vision is properly executed. Once you're certain of our conviction - which you'll see right off the bat - entrust us with your brand and we will make it come to life.
In order to produce remarkable results, absolute project management is critical - both during and after the project. Dedication to the project is required on both the client and firm side. Our management skills help achieve the long-term goals of a brand identity.
Armen is a dedicated professional, accomplished in marketing and in managing complex creative projects. As a Los Angeles native, Armen encountered the saturation of the commercial world on a daily basis. With a strong desire to create meaningful connections between businesses and consumers, he launched STARMEN. He cultivates a seamless dialogue among his clients while working closely with his multidisciplinary teams of designers and technologists to set strategy and create forward-thinking campaigns. Prior to STARMEN, Armen was Vice President of Business and Marketing for a global industrial design firm. There, he built business relationships in thirteen countries, which gave him perspective on the international business market. As a result, he is a frequent speaker at industry events and local universities. Armen holds a B.S. in Business Marketing and an M.B.A. in Business Management.
Born and raised in Chicago, Anthony started his career as a young and enthusiastic designer with interdisciplinary skills in marketing and design. Anthony has a sound understanding of business strategy, and has years of experience in all aspects of the design -- from traditional branding, identity and packaging, to conceptual interactive media. Anthony works closely with his clients, helping them articulate their vision. He drives the creative team to flawless execution, ensuring they understand the goals of each project. Prior to joining STARMEN in 2006, he collaborated on brand-led projects while working for elite companies such as Universal Studios, Warner Bros. Studios, and Disney. As a 'design-leader', his hands-on contribution is significant to the direction and style of all creative expressions for STARMEN. Anthony earned his B.F.A. from Woodbury University School of Media, Culture and Design and holds a Business Marketing certification from UCLA.
Since 2003, we have collaborated with a select and reputable group of leading businesses and institutions. We are certified by many of the industry leaders as authorized partners, and our certifications serve as marks of excellence. We understand what is necessary to establish meaningful and long–term business relationships with all our partners.
