A creative agency for brands built to last.

If you're building something that matters — outdoor gear, sustainable products, a mission-driven company — we'll make sure your brand looks like it.

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Our clients

We partner with purpose-driven companies who are serious about their brand.

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Tuckaway Farm

Building a community that is more healthy, peaceful, and abundant.

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LIVSN Designs

Redefining sustainability in the outdoor retail space.

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The Rooted Pig

Set out to change an industry. Elevating the humble hog.

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Markham Hill Trails

40 acres preserved forever, and a new trail system connecting Fayetteville.

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Brick Avenue Lofts

Eco-conscious and human-centered design in the heart of Bentonville.

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Celia Swanson

Championing women to achieve their fullest potential.

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Our team

Trout Media is a creative agency built to solve your brand's growing pains.

We're a team of designers, strategists, and storytellers who specialize in brands with a mission — outdoor companies, sustainable businesses, and purpose-driven founders who want their visual identity to match the integrity of their work.

A few of the faces you'll work with

Zac Trout

Creative Director

Edwin Flores

SEO & Development

Erin Brelsford

Social Media Management

Daniel Leake

Design + UX

Zach Rowe

Motion Design

Megan Blankenship

Brand Strategist

Travis Kersh

Video + Animation

Miles Mungo

Design + Animation

Ben Drain

Motion + Sound Designer

Ann-Marie Satterfield

Project Management

Jacob Northrop

Photo + Video

Our services

A full-service creative agency. One brand ecosystem.

From strategy and identity design to web design and ongoing support — everything your brand needs to grow.

Strategy

Every great brand starts with a clear direction. We dig into your story, your audience, and your market to build a foundation that every other decision can stand on.

  • Brand Strategy
  • Voice & Messaging
  • Market Positioning
  • Brand Audits
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Design

With strategy in place, we bring your brand to life — visually. From your logo to your website, every element is crafted to communicate who you are and why it matters.

  • Visual Identity & Logo Design
  • Web Design & Development
  • Packaging & Print
  • Motion & Illustration
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Support

A brand is never finished. Once it’s built, it needs to be fed, maintained, and grown. We stay in your corner — creating content, managing campaigns, and keeping everything consistent.

  • Social Media Management
  • Photo & Video Production
  • Ad Campaigns & Collateral
  • Brand Guidelines & Assets
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Our process

We make it simple

Building a brand can be complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. We’ll guide you every step of the way.

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Client Praise

From the people we've built with.

Beyond the logos and websites — it's the people behind them that define our work.

“I've worked with many designers, and Zac stands out. He is a versatile thinker, and he's skilled in getting to the essence of a design concept and guiding a group to consensus.”

Sarah KingCommunications & Marketing Professional

“Zac’s work is always on the cutting edge of design and his creativity is matched by his uniqueness of approach.”

Charles DavidsonDirector, ForgottenSong / Washington, D.C.

“Zac provides beautiful and meaningful designs that communicate the brand message in a clear and purposeful way. He takes the time to get to know his clients in order to infuse their personality and identity into each design he creates.”

Katie ScottPrincipal & Owner, Desert Fire Communications / Abeline, TX

“Zac produced a business card for me that stands out in Napa Valley because it is well crafted and feels good to the touch. He is a genius.”

Doug ErnstPublic Relations Consultant, Doug Ernst & Associates / Napa, CA

“Zac’s wheelhouse is broad, his focus is top-notch, he stays mindful of budget and strategy, and he is not afraid to think outside of the norm to provide clients with recommendations and solutions to their visions.”

Whitney GainesFounder & CEO, Gaines Elevate Group / Austin, TX

Design upstream.

We design with your end user in mind, connecting you with your audience, and taking your brand upstream from the crowd.

  • Logo design, custom graphics, & brand photography
  • Web design & SEO built to help you get found
  • Ongoing brand support & content strategy

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