stream creative overview and portfolio

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services and experience Our strength at Stream Creative is our ability to carry out marketing and branding

efforts across a variety of media channels. Whether it’s working with an existing brand

or promoting a new one, we develop creative designs that speak to our audience. With

strategic thinking, a strong eye for design and a vast knowledge of technology, we can be

that single marketing source that our clients are looking for, assuring tight integration

across all aspects of a campaign.

print services

o Corporate Identity / Tagline Development

o Business Cards / Stationery Items

o Brochures / Annual Reports

o Direct Mail / Business Reply

o Trade Show Graphics / Point of Sale

o Merchandising Campaigns / Posters

o Packaging / Signage

o Billboards / Transit

o Fleet Graphics / Illustration

interactive services

o Web Site Design / Programming

o E-marketing / Online Advertising

o CD Rom / DVD Development

o Trade Show Kiosks / Training Videos

o Social Media Integration / SEM /SEO

account experience

American Heart Association

Arby’s Restaurant Group

Boy Scouts of America

C&H Distributors

Catholic Knights Insurance

Graphic Packaging International, Inc.

Great American Train Company

M&I Bank

MeadWestvaco

Milwaukee County Historical Society

MPC Financial Services

Norlight Telecommunications

Old World Wisconsin

Primera Technology, Inc.

R&R Insurance

Verizon Wireless

WELS

Wisconsin Lutheran College


biography

Brian Brinkman

Art Director, Partner

After graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Brian moved to Atlanta, GA to

begin his design career. He went on to work with some of the most respected advertising

agencies in Atlanta including BBDO South and WestWayne, gaining valuable client experience

collaborating on projects for BellSouth, Simmons, US Department of Housing and Urban

Development and Carolina Power and Light.

With a desire to gain management experience, Brian accepted a position with The Mead

Corporation in 2000. During his seven years with Mead, Brian rose from Graphic Designer

to Manager of Worldwide Graphic Communication where he managed an in-house graphic

design studio responsible for both internal and external communications for Mead’s

Packaging Systems Division. Brian worked on a variety of accounts including The Coca-Cola

Company, Anheuser-Busch, General Mills, and Coors Brewing Company. In addition to being

responsible for the studio’s creative, Brian’s aptitude for technology allowed him to broaden

his skill set to include video shooting and editing, DVD development, multimedia applications

and international tradeshow design.

In May 2007, Brian joined as partner of Stream Creative Design Group. With partners Steve

James and Jeff Coon, Brian remains focused on providing clients with a variety of innovative

design services including logo, print, multimedia and web design.

Graphic design and technology are not Brian’s only passions. He also enjoys spending time

with his wife Andrea and their dog Hank in his spare time. Brian and his family currently

reside in Menomonee Falls, WI.


biography

Jeff Coon


Before establishing Stream Creative in June of 2006, Jeff spent 7 years in the advertising

industry, splitting time between two Milwaukee agencies – Advertising Art Studios (AAS) and

Boelter + Lincoln Marketing Communications.

While employed with AAS, Jeff produced designs for companies such as Pabst Brewing, ConAgra

Foods and the WELS. In addition to his design work, Jeff started AAS’ Interactive Department

along with coworker and now partner, Steve James. The newly instituted department allowed for

the development of several successful real estate web sites for Towne Realty.

After three and a half rewarding years at AAS, Jeff was fortunate to have the opportunity to

work for Boelter + Lincoln Marketing Communications. Beginning his tenure as a print designer

and eventually moving on to spearhead Boelter + Lincoln’s Interactive Department, Jeff worked

on a wide variety of design projects for clients such as The Wisconsin Department of Tourism,

The Milwaukee Mile, Port Washington State Bank, Wisconsin Dells Visitors and Convention Bureau

and The Wisconsin State Fair. Each account offered a variety of multimedia opportunities such as

web site design, online advertising, e-marketing and CD Rom development, as well as offline

opportunities such as logo design and print advertisements.

Looking for an opportunity to work directly with clients on diverse projects, Jeff decided to make

Stream Creative a full-time initiative. Blessed with several early opportunities, Jeff quickly found

the need to partner with Steve James and Brian Brinkman to form Stream Creative Design Group.

With their combined expertise, Jeff and Stream Creative are able to offer clients a wide range

of professional design services, helping to maintain brand consistency across a variety of

advertising mediums.

When not immersed in his work, Jeff likes to spend time with his wife, Connie and their two

children, Samuel and Grace. He and his family currently reside in Fond du Lac, WI.


biography

Steve James


Before establishing Stream Creative, Steve spent 7 years in the advertising industry with

Milwaukee-based Advertising Art Studios (AAS). While employed with AAS, Steve produced

package designs for Miller Brewing, Brennans Market and Logret Import and Export, as well as

print materials for Bombardier and Pabst Brewing.

In addition to his design work, Steve started AAS’ Interactive Department along with coworker

and now partner, Jeff Coon. Steve was instrumental in the development of several successful web

sites and interactive projects for clients such as Towne Realty, Northwestern Mutual, and Medical

College of Wisconsin. Strong partnerships built with each account led to a variety of opportunities

including web site design, e-marketing and CD Rom development, as well as logo design and print

advertisements.

The opportunity to work one-on-one with clients on a wide range of advertising needs inspired

Steve to start Stream Creative. In response to his increased client base and wanting to be able

to offer personal attention to each of his clients, Steve teamed up with his University of

Wisconsin-Oshkosh classmates, Brian Brinkman and Jeff Coon, to form Stream Creative Design

Group. Together, they are able to offer their clients an expanded breadth of services while

maintaining exceptional customer service.

When not involved with efforts at Stream Creative, Steve likes to spend time with his wife, Amy

and their son, Aiden. He and his family currently reside in Oak Creek, WI.


case studies

MPC Financial Services – New Identity Development

This Brookfield, Wisconsin business was undergoing a name change that was to reflect the

new services that they offered, while staying true to their history and pre-existing clients.

Stream Creative was asked to help with this transition, completing the following:

o Logo design and tagline development

o Business card and stationery items

o Indoor/Outdoor Signage

o Tri-fold brochure

o Several direct mail pieces promoting upcoming seminars

o Updating web site

Primera Technology, Inc. – New Product Launch

An international company, with headquarters in Plymouth, Minnesota, Primera is the world’s

leading developer and manufacturer of CD / DVD duplication and printing equipment, as well as

specialty label printers. Stream Creative was asked to help promote their new LX400 Color Label

Printer by designing the following elements:

o Product brochure – In English and Spanish

o Direct mail piece with business reply card

o Online advertisements – In English and German

o Trade show booth design

o HTML email

o Packaging – label design


case studies continued

Arby’s Restaurant Group – Video Production

Arby’s Restaurant Group, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, approached Stream Creative to

produce a video highlighting a new product being evaluated in a test market. The video was

shown to key demographic focus groups to receive quantifiable customer feedback as well as

used in internal training. Stream Creative completed the following:

o Site survey to determine shooting conditions

o Directing of non-professional actors and restaurant employees

o Multiple angle video shoot

o Video editing

o Audio mixing

o DVD export

Catholic Knights Insurance – Universal Life Insurance Program

This not-for-profit organization located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, offers financial services and

products to its members and since 1986, has made available $2.3 million in matching funds to

benefit communities in need. Catholic Knights asked Stream Creative to help introduce its new

Life Insurance Financial Product by completing the following items:

o A series of ads promoting and explaining this new product o Created customizable ads for each Financial Service Representative (FSR)

o Members Benefits Guide o Brochures - Trifold and Oversized o Internal FSR Guide


references

Lois Becton

Director, Corporate Communication

Graphic Packaging International, Inc.

814 Livingston Court

Marietta, GA 30067

Phone: 770.644.3515

Email: [email protected]

Kris Naidl, APR

Zeppos & Associates, Inc.

400 E. Mason Street, Ste. 200

Milwaukee, WI 53202

Phone: 414-276-6237


Jennifer Loegering

Marketing Manager

Primera Technology, Inc.

Two Carlson Parkway North

Plymouth, MN 55447

Phone: 800-797-2772

Fax: 763-475-6677


Len VanPopering

Vice President of Brand Development

Arby’s Restaurant Group

1155 Perimeter Center West

Atlanta, GA 30338

Phone: 678.514.4165


Christine McMahon

Christine McMahon & Associates, LLC

1563 South 101st Street

Milwaukee, WI 53214

Phone: 414.290.3344


Christine Safranek

St. Marcus Lutheran School

Director of Development

2215 North Palmer Street

Milwaukee, WI 53212

Phone: 414-267-8361

Fax: 414-562-3663



Web Site Design and DevelopmentClient: Milwaukee County Historical Society


Web Site Design and CSS/XHTML Template DevelopmentClient: C&H Distributors, LLC


Web Site Design and CMS DevelopmentClient: Notre Dame Middle School


Web Site Design and CMS DevelopmentClient: Sprinkman Corporation


Web Site DesignClient: R&R Insurance Services, Inc.


Web Site DesignClient: Cinergy MetroNet


HTML Email Design and DevelopmentClient: Client: R&R Insurance Services, Inc.


HTML Email Design and DevelopmentClient: C&H Distributors, LLC


HTML Email Design and DevelopmentClient: Primera Technology, Inc.


HTML Email Design and DevelopmentClient: The Great American Train Company


UNIVERSAL LIFE INSURANCE FROM CATHOLIC KNIGHTS…Because as your life changes, so should your life insurance

Life insurance that offers you… Convenience of one policy to meet your needs now

and as they change.

Control over the amount of insurance you own and the premium you pay.

Flexibility to make coverage changes when you want them.

1100 West Wells StreetMilwaukee, WI 53233(800) 927-2547 | (414) 273-6266www.catholicknights.org

About Catholic KnightsCatholic Knights is a not-for-profit membership organization focused on putting Catholic values into action. For more than 120 years, Catholic Knights has put Catholic values into action through its charitable outreach, trusted financial products, and support for parishes and parish schools, as well as opportunities for members to participate in making a difference in their parishes and communities. Each year, Catholic Knights members support activities that raise more than $1.2 million to benefit parishes, schools and communities.

Universal Life Insurance from Catholic Knights

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Print Design, Marketing CollateralClient: Catholic Knights

CATHOLICKN IG HTSFOUNDATION, INC.

CATHOLIC KNIGHTSFOUNDATION, INC.

How to Make a GiftTo make an immediate gift of cash, send it to:

Catholic Knights Foundation, Inc.1100 West Wells StreetP.O. Box 05900Milwaukee, WI 53205-0900

To make a gift of life insurance, annuities, stock or property, contact Michael Stivoric, President of Catholic Knights Foundation, Inc., at 800-927-2547, ext. 6601 or 414-278-6601 or [email protected].

If you would like to name the Foundation as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy or an annuity certificate, discuss this with your financial services representative or contact the Foundation at 800-927-2547, ext. 6601 or 414-278-6601.

More InformationTo learn more about Catholic Knights Foundation, Inc., visit our Web site at www.catholicknights.org and click on Outreach.

Foundation Board of DirectorsMichael Stivoric, PresidentAlan Bembenek, Vice PresidentLee Berg, SecretaryKerry Riemer, TreasurerWilliam O’Toole, DirectorRick Kremel, DirectorEloise Samano-Williamson, Director

1100 West Wells StreetMilwaukee, WI 53233(800) 927-2547 | (414) 273-6266www.catholicknights.org

About Catholic KnightsCatholic Knights is a not-for-profit Catholic membership organization focused on putting Catholic values into action. For more than 120 years, Catholic Knights has put Catholic values into action through its charitable outreach, trusted financial products, and support for parishes and parish schools, as well as opportunities for members to participate in making a difference in their parishes and communities. Last year, Catholic Knights helped to raise more than $1.2 million in community outreach in support of parishes, schools and communities.

Catholic Knights Foundation, Inc.

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Print Design, Direct MailClient: Primera Technology, Inc.


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Two Carlson Parkway NorthPlymouth, MN 55447-4446 USA800-797-2772 (U.S.A and Canada only)

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Print Design, AdvertisementClient: Primera Technology, Inc.


Print Design, Advertising CampaignClient: R&R Insurance Services, Inc.