So, what do we do?
Our goal is to create a brand experience that candidly connects with your audience.
Candid Creative is a boutique marketing agency that works with businesses to create and market experiences that matter. We’re obsessed with helping brands make a real impact through marketing, events, and brand activations. If you are craving bold, out-of-the-box marketing strategies that get your audience buzzing, then we should be friends!
Our uber talented network from across the globe is united around one passion: creating memorable experiences that inspire your target audience to take action and generates joy for everyone involved. Candid Creative is a new kind of freelance agency that partners each unique client with a personalized dream team of creatives tailored to your specific project and vibe. No cookie cutter approaches here!
Our agency is based in Oklahoma but serves any client that has the internet or an airport (that means everyone)!
Meet the Creative QueenStephanie Gardner, Founder + Creative Director
Stephanie is a well-respected marketing visionary, with nearly two decades of experience in the marketing, event, and business development industries. With a formal education that includes a Bachelor of Marketing and an MBA, she puts her knowledge to work in the real world to create memorable experiences with a meaningful impact.
Stephanie has long been known for creating unforgettable experiences for her clients. For over a decade, Stephanie was the owner of Pretty Lovely Events, an event company specializing in weddings, parties, festivals, corporate events, and branded experiences. During her time serving as a Downtown Director in her hometown, she discovered her love of helping fellow small businesses succeed and revitalizing destinations. As the demand grew to focus her expertise on brand clients, Candid Creative was born. Now Stephanie is able to leverage her talent for designing over-the-top experiences with her ability to craft meaningful messages that spark movement.
An entrepreneurial spirit, hands-on creativity, and growth mindset are Stephanie’s calling card and have strategically developed and transformed brands, businesses, and communities. Beyond Candid Creative, she continues to serve fellow entrepreneurs as the Co-Founder of The Launch Ladies, an online community mentoring women business owners with creative strategies and professional coaching.
An agency of creatives.
Stephanie serves as the Creative Director and primary point of contact for all clients of Candid Creative. We operate as a boutique agency of freelancers, which gives us a large, diverse pool of specialized experts that aren’t always available at a traditional agency. Our team structure allows Stephanie to partner with a wide range of creative talents to assist her in bringing every client’s unique vision to life with the highest quality of work and seamless communication.
Stephanie is responsible for developing the vision, managing timelines and budgets, overseeing the execution of all project deliverables, and ensuring the best representation of your brand. She is committed to serving as a direct extension of your brand, becoming your new business bestie, and the secret weapon you don’t want to live without.