2022 AA Awards: The projects behind the prizes
McCullough took home over a dozen awards at this year’s Addys. Take a closer look at the creative leaps that elevated our clients in the past 12 months.
Growing Strong
How we put boots on the ground to tell the story of a truly unique seed company
Dead Center
Jordan Keil looks to make a name for himself at McCullough
Tearing it up
See what drives Malerie Reitzler in her artistic pursuits
Master of his craft
Cheers to Dustin Kilburg on his recent promotion!
Artistic Workout
Starting with a rigid morning regimen, production artist Aaron Butcher works his creative muscle daily
Refreshing the roar
How we teamed up with an eastern Iowa institution and reenergized a school symbol
Stoking the Flames
How we share our passion with the next generation of talent.
Influencer Kits 101
As influencer marketing goes mainstream, McCullough Creative has found a way to stand out
AIMING HIGH
Kathy Roberts recently joined the McCullough Creative team as a human resources generalist. Whether it’s at work or in the office, she’s always aiming for improvement.
2021 AA Awards
McCullough Creative took home more than 15 awards at the 2021 AA Awards, a testament to the innovative spirit and great clients that push our company forward.
Enjoying the Journey
Paul Soderblom’s decorated career has taken him from New York City to Saudi Arabia. He recently joined the team at McCullough Creative, where he is embracing the company’s collaborative spirit.
Upward Trajectory
Whether she’s ascending a mountain or rising in the ranks at McCullough Creative, Annie Koelker’s arrow always seems to be pointing up.
Writing a New Chapter
Jeff Montgomery spent more than a decade working in the journalism industry. As the new creative copywriter at McCullough Creative, he is applying his craft in a brand new way.
Renaissance Man
Whether he’s putting in time at the family dairy farm or visiting Sin City, Jordon Deutmeyer’s life is rarely mundane.
European Reveal
John Deere and McCullough Creative head overseas to present excellence and innovation.
2020–2021 AA Awards
In a year chock-full of challenges, we were more than happy to put our minds toward some creative ones. And we’re all the happier to…
Combining the Strengths of Print and Mobile
Factors to consider when creating hybrid moments
Getting Started with Virtual Tours
How to make physical spaces virtually possible
Celebrate Your Legacy With a Company History Book
Five reasons to chronicle your past.
The Great Indoor Outdoors
Washington County Conservation’s updated interpretive space.
Mind-Reading Strategies
Four takeaways from the new Google Search algorithm.
2020 Addy Awards
From Dubuque, with love.
Survival Tools
Meet our newest production artist—Kyle Regan!
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Friday vibes:
Chill weather ✔
#FoodTruckFriday lunch ✔
#Beer30 golf break ✔
Our goal was to give Jane some Corona and a mini-golf course for her 65th birthday but we almost gave her a heart attack. Cheers and happy birthday, Jane!
Never a dull moment when Jason is around. Happy 40th to our favorite Sharpie-loving designer!
Which came first, Dustin or the egg?
Happy 30th to Abby! We gave her one of her favorite things, a murder mystery to solve. It was the case of “Who killed Abby’s youth?” 🤣💀🔪
Just getting to the end of 2020 has us pumped. Add in this major milestone, and we’re really ready to rock! Thank you to the clients, employees, families, and friends who made it all possible. Celebrate with us at the link in our bio!
Designer of the Week trophy (or should it be of the Year??) goes to Brandawg for killin' it on our new website! We're super pumped on both his work and work ethic making this happen. Link in bio. #shootforthemoon #uxdesign #designeroftheweek #brandawg #branwolf
Coming at you with a DOUBLE throwback Thursday! 1) Groundbreaking at our old Southpark building in 1997. 2) Groundbreaking at our new facility in 2020. #tbt #recreatedphotos #sweetshortsdude #isthatthesametie #shootforthemoon
Why spend 12+ hours in crowded planes and airports when you can charter your own and get there in two? Big ups to our production team (plus Roger) who shipped out for a museum install this week. Looking forward to the final product! #museumdisplays #customexhibits #travelsafely
In total, these West-Enders have been driving home the slow way for 23 years. It's 5:00 and they're parading to the SOUTHWEST ARTERIAL.
It's been 50 years since the Apollo 11 mission landed humanity on the moon and 40 years since McCullough Creative started shooting for it. Time flies. #shootforthemoon
We’re happy for Aaron and his new 1965 Corvair! Randy, on the other hand thinks it has two too many wheels.
We’re capping off #IowaMuseumWeek by looking back at some of the incredible museums, nature centers, and conservatories we’ve had the pleasure of working with. Take a look at these wild spaces and places and plan your next adventure!
1) Washington County Conservation
2) Dubuque County Conservation
3) The National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
4) Clinton Engines
5) Muscatine County Nature Center
6) Silos and Smokestacks traveling exhibit
Despite the last few months, our Production team has been hard at work building displays for a frontier-focused museum. Tori's tipi is getting its final details, and Randy is putting a new meaning to "hitting the bar." Excited to see it coming together!
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#museumexhibit #customdisplays #tipi #frontier #wip #whiskeywhileyouwork
McCullough Creative is at @CES2020 #TheNextTechBoom
Starting off 2020 feeling relaxed. It’s massage day @mcculloughcreative
We hope your holidays are full of warmth and beauty! 🤣
We had a great day celebrating and experiencing all the corporate environment work we did for @corteva #keepgrowing
We are thankful 🦃
Practicing mindfulness with @stateraintegrated. P.S. All of our distracting phones were put away after this. 😆