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STRATEGY. CREATIVE. IMPACT

BASED IN SALT LAKE CITY

Capabilities

We blur the lines between agency and production house. Some partners bring us in to build their brand from the ground up, others tap us to execute a fully formed idea. Wherever you need us, whether strategy, creative, production, or distribution, we plug in with an in-house team that collaborates deeply and a network of specialists that scales to any challenge. Everything connects back to one thing: making work that actually makes an impact.
STRATEGY & BRAND SYSTEMS

We create the strategic clarity that guides brands, campaigns, and content, or sharpen what you already have in motion. Every decision has a purpose, and every move is built to drive impact.

  • Brand Positioning and Narrative
  • Brand Identity and Design Systems
  • Messaging Architecture and Voice Development
  • Audience Research and Market Insights
  • Campaign Strategy and Planning
  • Content and Social Strategy
  • Go-To-Market and Growth Planning
CREATIVE & CAMPAIGN DEVELOPMENT

We shape the concepts, stories, and visual language that define your brand and drive your campaigns. Simple ideas, strong instincts, and work that cuts through noise.

  • Creative Direction
  • Concept Development
  • Campaign Creation and Activation
  • Multichannel Narrative Systems
  • Story Development and Scripting
  • Art Direction and Look Development
  • Graphic and Visual Design
FULL-SCALE PRODUCTION

From studio to backcountry to international locations, we handle end-to-end production at any scale. Every detail is planned with intention, budgets respected, logistics dialed, and creativity protected from first shot to final frame.

  • Production Services (U.S. and International)
  • Scalable Crew and Production Management
  • Live Action, Documentary and Branded Content
  • Cinematography and Director/DP Services
  • Studio and Location Production
  • Talent Casting and Coordination
  • Aerial, Backcountry and Specialty Camera Units
POST-PRODUCTION & FINISHING

Our in-house post team keeps projects moving with precision, clear communication, tight timelines, and a seamless path from first cut to final delivery. We craft work that feels intentional, emotional, and built for performance across every platform.

  • Editing
  • Color Grading
  • Sound Mix and Mastering
  • VFX, Compositing and Retouching
  • Motion Graphics and 3D Animation
  • Social Cutdowns and Platform Adaptations
  • Delivery Prep for All Channels and Specs
SOCIAL MEDIA & DISTRIBUTION

Content only matters if it moves. We build the systems and strategy that get your creative in front of the right people and turn that attention into momentum.

  • Social Media Management (Organic and Paid)
  • Content Calendars and Channel Strategy
  • Platform-Specific Content Creation
  • Influencer, Creator and UGC Programs
  • Community Management and Engagement
  • Paid Social Management and Optimization
  • Distribution, Analytics and Full-Funnel Frameworks
HOW WE WORK
We can lead the whole journey or jump in where you need us most. Some partners work with us on long-term brand and marketing systems, others bring us in for a single campaign or production. Whatever the shape of the relationship, the goal stays the same: make work that connects, performs, and lasts.

ask our clients

“Our partnership with Black Koles is second-to-none when it comes to external partners, so much so they feel like an extension of our internal team. Our social media is more engaging and performant, and our content is more inspiring and heartfelt. Black Koles is an invaluable partner to our brand – what’s more, they’re mission aligned, which is crucial to our team.
Mike Hondorp, CMO
Force of Nature Meats
“Working with Asher, Sean, and the Black Koles team has been a game-changer. In them, we’ve found a collaborative creative partner who understands campaigns holistically and can shepherd a project seamlessly through from ideation to execution. They are true experts in the sport communities we speak to and understand the nuances required for authentic and credible storytelling. Black Koles sets a bar for creative that’s simply hard to beat.”
Nick Blixt, Patagonia Marketing
Patagonia
"Black Koles is everything other agencies wish they were. With years of experience elevating brands across a range of industries, Asher & Sean take the time to get to know you, learn about your brand, and dissect what makes it unique. The results speak for themselves. They come back to you with custom experiences that truly connect with your audience in ways no other team can. We’ve partnered with them on two major campaigns, both of which were incredibly successful in bringing our product and vision to life."
Ryan Schoeck, Brand Manager
ASSOS
"Let’s face it — plenty of media and marketing companies can produce stunning visuals. But as a brand that crafts premium, handcrafted fly rods, we know that eye-catching content alone only gets you so far. That’s where Black Koles stands apart. They don’t just create exceptional content — they craft a strategic plan to maximize its impact. If you’re serious about amplifying your brand’s reach and ROI, the team at Black Koles is who you need."
Adam Hutchison, Marketing Manager
R.L. Winston Rod Company

OUR TEAM

Sean Black
CO-FOUNDER
Marketing Director
Sean is a marketing specialist with over 15 years of experience in the winter sports and general outdoor industries. Sean’s professional snowboarding career set the stage for his current career path as an agency founder helping brands in the outdoor space tell their story from concept and strategy to execution. Sean demonstrates proven experience in branding, brand strategy, team development and management, content production and direction, advertising, public relations, events development and management, photography, videography, and merchandising.
ASHER KOlES
CO-FOUNDER
Creative Director
Asher’s expertise revolves around a holistic view of media projects of all shapes and sizes - from socially optimized assets to comprehensive brand campaigns to feature length docs. Asher is a photographer and filmmaker at his core and has a wide breadth in both commercial and editorial content. His creative focus revolves around telling captivating stories using a wide array of mediums that both achieve brand goals and are a pleasure to follow. He has extensive experience in all stages of the production process including directing, producing, DP work as well as post.
Tyler packard
Post Director
Lead Editor
When he’s not biking down a mountain trail or wedged in a slot canyon, Tyler Packard can be found in the editing bay practicing post-production alchemy; sculpting formless visuals and sound into vibrant, spell binding stories. With over ten years in commercial, documentary, and narrative storytelling, Tyler has cultivated a diverse skill set and singular style that have provided the foundation for his remarkable portfolio of work with top international brands. But Tyler’s greatest strengths are his open, collaborative mindset and bred-in-the-bone resolve to authentic, effective storytelling.
Julia Camp
Post Supervisor
Associate Creative Director
Casey has a vast background in both commercial content production and marketing campaign design. Leveraging an Olympic career in freestyle skiing, he has been creating content and helping brands of all sizes maximize ROAS for half a decade. Casey also has a background in finance and business operations, giving him a unique perspective into the inner workings and demands of businesses both small and large. His holistic approach to a business’s marketing needs allows him to find cost friendly and return-focused solutions for growth oriented companies in any industry.
Bri Sullivan
Social Media &
Marketing Manager
When he’s not biking down a mountain trail or wedged in a slot canyon, Tyler Packard can be found in the editing bay practicing post-production alchemy; sculpting formless visuals and sound into vibrant, spell binding stories. With over ten years in commercial, documentary, and narrative storytelling, Tyler has cultivated a diverse skill set and singular style that have provided the foundation for his remarkable portfolio of work with top international brands. But Tyler’s greatest strengths are his open, collaborative mindset and bred-in-the-bone resolve to authentic, effective storytelling.
Paul Osborne
Videographer, Editor
& Colorist
When he’s not biking down a mountain trail or wedged in a slot canyon, Tyler Packard can be found in the editing bay practicing post-production alchemy; sculpting formless visuals and sound into vibrant, spell binding stories. With over ten years in commercial, documentary, and narrative storytelling, Tyler has cultivated a diverse skill set and singular style that have provided the foundation for his remarkable portfolio of work with top international brands. But Tyler’s greatest strengths are his open, collaborative mindset and bred-in-the-bone resolve to authentic, effective storytelling.
AJ Marino
Cinematographer + Operator
Casey has a vast background in both commercial content production and marketing campaign design. Leveraging an Olympic career in freestyle skiing, he has been creating content and helping brands of all sizes maximize ROAS for half a decade. Casey also has a background in finance and business operations, giving him a unique perspective into the inner workings and demands of businesses both small and large. His holistic approach to a business’s marketing needs allows him to find cost friendly and return-focused solutions for growth oriented companies in any industry.
Connor Winton
Cinematographer
Casey has a vast background in both commercial content production and marketing campaign design. Leveraging an Olympic career in freestyle skiing, he has been creating content and helping brands of all sizes maximize ROAS for half a decade. Casey also has a background in finance and business operations, giving him a unique perspective into the inner workings and demands of businesses both small and large. His holistic approach to a business’s marketing needs allows him to find cost friendly and return-focused solutions for growth oriented companies in any industry.
Theo Muse
Director, Editor
& Colorist
Casey has a vast background in both commercial content production and marketing campaign design. Leveraging an Olympic career in freestyle skiing, he has been creating content and helping brands of all sizes maximize ROAS for half a decade. Casey also has a background in finance and business operations, giving him a unique perspective into the inner workings and demands of businesses both small and large. His holistic approach to a business’s marketing needs allows him to find cost friendly and return-focused solutions for growth oriented companies in any industry.
Samantha Smith
Marketing Manager
Casey has a vast background in both commercial content production and marketing campaign design. Leveraging an Olympic career in freestyle skiing, he has been creating content and helping brands of all sizes maximize ROAS for half a decade. Casey also has a background in finance and business operations, giving him a unique perspective into the inner workings and demands of businesses both small and large. His holistic approach to a business’s marketing needs allows him to find cost friendly and return-focused solutions for growth oriented companies in any industry.
  • Sean Black
  • ASHER KOlES
  • Tyler packard
  • Julia Camp
  • Bri Sullivan
  • Paul Osborne
  • AJ Marino
  • Connor Winton
  • Theo Muse
  • Samantha Smith
CO-FOUNDER
Marketing Director
Sean is a marketing specialist with over 15 years of experience in the winter sports and general outdoor industries. Sean’s professional snowboarding career set the stage for his current career path as an agency founder helping brands in the outdoor space tell their story from concept and strategy to execution. Sean demonstrates proven experience in branding, brand strategy, team development and management, content production and direction, advertising, public relations, events development and management, photography, videography, and merchandising.
CO-FOUNDER
Creative Director
Asher’s expertise revolves around a holistic view of media projects of all shapes and sizes - from socially optimized assets to comprehensive brand campaigns to feature length docs. Asher is a photographer and filmmaker at his core and has a wide breadth in both commercial and editorial content. His creative focus revolves around telling captivating stories using a wide array of mediums that both achieve brand goals and are a pleasure to follow. He has extensive experience in all stages of the production process including directing, producing, DP work as well as post.
Post Director
Lead Editor
When he’s not biking down a mountain trail or wedged in a slot canyon, Tyler Packard can be found in the editing bay practicing post-production alchemy; sculpting formless visuals and sound into vibrant, spell binding stories. With over ten years in commercial, documentary, and narrative storytelling, Tyler has cultivated a diverse skill set and singular style that have provided the foundation for his remarkable portfolio of work with top international brands. But Tyler’s greatest strengths are his open, collaborative mindset and bred-in-the-bone resolve to authentic, effective storytelling.
Post Supervisor
Associate Creative Director
Casey has a vast background in both commercial content production and marketing campaign design. Leveraging an Olympic career in freestyle skiing, he has been creating content and helping brands of all sizes maximize ROAS for half a decade. Casey also has a background in finance and business operations, giving him a unique perspective into the inner workings and demands of businesses both small and large. His holistic approach to a business’s marketing needs allows him to find cost friendly and return-focused solutions for growth oriented companies in any industry.
Social Media &
Marketing Manager
When he’s not biking down a mountain trail or wedged in a slot canyon, Tyler Packard can be found in the editing bay practicing post-production alchemy; sculpting formless visuals and sound into vibrant, spell binding stories. With over ten years in commercial, documentary, and narrative storytelling, Tyler has cultivated a diverse skill set and singular style that have provided the foundation for his remarkable portfolio of work with top international brands. But Tyler’s greatest strengths are his open, collaborative mindset and bred-in-the-bone resolve to authentic, effective storytelling.
Videographer, Editor
& Colorist
When he’s not biking down a mountain trail or wedged in a slot canyon, Tyler Packard can be found in the editing bay practicing post-production alchemy; sculpting formless visuals and sound into vibrant, spell binding stories. With over ten years in commercial, documentary, and narrative storytelling, Tyler has cultivated a diverse skill set and singular style that have provided the foundation for his remarkable portfolio of work with top international brands. But Tyler’s greatest strengths are his open, collaborative mindset and bred-in-the-bone resolve to authentic, effective storytelling.
Cinematographer + Operator
Casey has a vast background in both commercial content production and marketing campaign design. Leveraging an Olympic career in freestyle skiing, he has been creating content and helping brands of all sizes maximize ROAS for half a decade. Casey also has a background in finance and business operations, giving him a unique perspective into the inner workings and demands of businesses both small and large. His holistic approach to a business’s marketing needs allows him to find cost friendly and return-focused solutions for growth oriented companies in any industry.
Cinematographer
Casey has a vast background in both commercial content production and marketing campaign design. Leveraging an Olympic career in freestyle skiing, he has been creating content and helping brands of all sizes maximize ROAS for half a decade. Casey also has a background in finance and business operations, giving him a unique perspective into the inner workings and demands of businesses both small and large. His holistic approach to a business’s marketing needs allows him to find cost friendly and return-focused solutions for growth oriented companies in any industry.
Director, Editor
& Colorist
Casey has a vast background in both commercial content production and marketing campaign design. Leveraging an Olympic career in freestyle skiing, he has been creating content and helping brands of all sizes maximize ROAS for half a decade. Casey also has a background in finance and business operations, giving him a unique perspective into the inner workings and demands of businesses both small and large. His holistic approach to a business’s marketing needs allows him to find cost friendly and return-focused solutions for growth oriented companies in any industry.
Marketing Manager
Casey has a vast background in both commercial content production and marketing campaign design. Leveraging an Olympic career in freestyle skiing, he has been creating content and helping brands of all sizes maximize ROAS for half a decade. Casey also has a background in finance and business operations, giving him a unique perspective into the inner workings and demands of businesses both small and large. His holistic approach to a business’s marketing needs allows him to find cost friendly and return-focused solutions for growth oriented companies in any industry.