Crestliner
Scope
As the lead Art Director for Crestliner, I was responsible for elevating the brand’s presence across all marketing channels. From campaign creative to content production, the goal was to tell authentic, visually compelling stories that resonated with serious anglers—while supporting sales and strengthening dealer engagement.
Creative Direction
I led the creative vision for all photo and video production, ensuring every asset reflected Crestliner’s rugged, purpose-built brand ethos. From concept through execution, I developed detailed shot lists, crafted storyboards, and art directed content that aligned with the lifestyle and values of the Crestliner audience.
Each visual element was designed to capture the balance between utility and performance. By showcasing boats not just as products, but as reliable and innovative tools for passionate fishermen.
Content Creation
Over multiple seasons, I directed on-location photo and video shoots that fueled a wide range of marketing assets, including:
Brand and product videos
Print ads and sales collateral
Seasonal product catalogs
Social and digital campaigns
On-water event materials
Crestliner’s best-in-class website
By capturing both the experience and functionality of the boats, the content gave dealers and customers powerful, story-driven tools to engage with the brand.
Results
The work elevated Crestliner’s visual identity and positioned it as a trusted, go-to brand among serious anglers. The integrated campaign and content strategy increased engagement across platforms, enhanced dealer support, and delivered a consistent message—reaching the audience where it mattered most: online, on the water, and at the point of sale.
2021 Brand Video
Class-Leading Website
2021 Mod-V and Deep-V Catalog
The Crestliner catalogs are designed with Mod-V and Deep-V sections flipped upside-down half way through the book so that each cover can be used as a front cover.
Photography
Here is a collection of photography selects from the Crestliner shoots over the years with Nick Gallop, Nate Luke and John Linn.
Additional Brand Spot Art Direction
2019 Brand Video
2020 Brand Video
Chief Creative Officer: Grant Johnson
Creative Director: Erik Oelke
Copywriter: Mollie Tourismo
Art Director: Jimmy Sugg
Designer: Mike Anderson