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An Award Winning Brand Strategy & Digital Agency

Watson Creative is a research-based creative studio trusted by some of the world’s most recognized brands, including Nike, Apple, LEGO, Disney, EA Sports, General Electric, leading universities, and more than 50 professional sports teams. We help organizations think clearly, act strategically, and grow with intention.

  • Min project size
    $25,000+
  • Hourly rate
    $150 - $199 / hr
  • Employees
    50 - 249
  • Locations
    Portland, OR
  • Year founded
    Founded 2008
  • Languages
  • Timezones

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Matt Watson

4 Languages that we service

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese
  • German

5 Timezones that we service

CST
Central Standard Time (CST)
EST
Eastern Standard Time (EST)
HST
Hawaii Standard Time (HST)
MST
Mountain Standard Time (MST)
PST
Pacific Standard Time (PST)

4 Locations

  • Portland , OR
  • Seattle , WA
  • Sausalito , CA
  • Bend , OR

Select Focus Area
CMS Focus
Adobe Experience Manager CMS
15%
Frameworks and CMS
Other frameworks and CMS
55%
Industries
Consumer products & services
20%
Business services
15%
Medical
15%
Non-profit
15%
Sports
15%
Food & Beverage
10%
Other industries
10%
Clients
Midmarket ($10M - $1B)
65%
Enterprise (>$1B)
30%
Small Business (<$10M)
5%
Certified in:
Branding Marketing Strategy Web Design

Pricing Snapshot

Min. project size $25,000+
Avg. hourly rate $150 - $199 /hr
Rating for cost 5 /5

What Clients Have Said

Watson Creative is noted for delivering good value for cost, with many clients highlighting their pricing as fitting within budgets. Specific project costs weren't detailed, but clients consistently praised the quality of work and responsiveness, indicating a positive return on investment.

This summary is based on verified Clutch reviews.

Most Common Project Size

< $49,999 based on 42 reviews
< $49,999 $50,000 - $199,999 $200,000 - $999,999 > $1,000,000

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Watson Creative Review Insights

Overall Review Rating

5.0
  • Quality 5.0
  • Schedule 4.9
  • Cost 5.0
  • Willing to Refer 5.0

Top Mentions

Review Highlights

  • Positive Client Feedback and Results

    Watson Creative's work has led to positive feedback from clients and stakeholders, with measurable outcomes such as increased traffic, engagement, and brand recognition. Their efforts have been instrumental in enhancing client visibility and credibility.

  • Understanding of Client Industry and Needs

    The team is praised for their understanding of the client's industry and specific needs. Their ability to tailor strategies and deliverables to align with client objectives is a recurring theme in reviews.

  • High-Quality Design and Branding

    Clients appreciate the high-quality designs and branding solutions provided by Watson Creative. Their work is described as visually appealing and effective in capturing the essence of the client's brand, contributing to a strong market presence.

  • Creative and Strategic Thinking

    The team's creativity and strategic insight are highly valued by clients. Watson Creative is recognized for their innovative solutions and ability to think ahead, providing clients with strategies that align with long-term goals.

  • Areas for Improvement in Communication and Scope Management

    While generally positive, some reviews mention that Watson Creative could improve in areas like communicating project delays or managing scope creep more effectively. These are minor issues in an otherwise well-managed process.

  • Emphasis on Relationship Building

    Watson Creative is noted for building strong relationships with clients, characterized by trust and open communication. Their personal touch and commitment to client success are frequently highlighted.

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Branding & Web Dev for Battery Storage Solutions Company

  • Branding Wearable App Development Web Development
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Oct. 2025 - Mar. 2026
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Their ability to translate a complex technology category into a compelling and credible story was impressive."

Mar 8, 2026
CEO, Triple Oak Power
Jesse Gronner
  • Energy & natural resources
  • Portland, Oregon
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Online Review

Watson Creative provided branding and web development services for a battery storage solutions company. The team created a brand strategy, messaging framework, visual identity, and redesigned the website.

Rebranding Services for Law Firm

  • Branding Digital Asset Management Marketing Strategy
  • $10,000 to $49,999
  • Jan. 2020 - Sep. 2025
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

“They handled a complex, high stakes project with professionalism and heart.”

Sep 18, 2025
Attorney, Clayton M. Tullos
Jordan Beckett
  • Legal
  • Eugene, Oregon
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review

Watson Creative rebranded a law firm, including identity development, design systems, digital and print brand assets, and a full name change. They also provided visual identity and messaging.

Branding & Mktg for Security & Cleaning Services Provider

  • Branding Other Marketing
  • Brand messaging
    +2
  • Less than $10,000
  • Sep. 2025 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"We’ve been impressed with their branding and promotion work."

Sep 17, 2025
Marketing Manager, Nebro Security and Cleaning Service P.L.C
Kidanu Wolde
  • Other industries
  • Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • 5,001-10,000 Employees
  • Online Review

Watson Creative provides branding and marketing services for a security and cleaning services provider. The team has created an advanced company profile and a standardized service provider profile.

PR, Branding & Web Dev for Hospital

  • Branding Public Relations Web Development
  • $200,000 to $999,999
  • Mar. 2025 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They’re responsive, organized, and grounded."

Sep 8, 2025
Former President & CEO, Bay Area Hospital
Brian Moore
  • Other industries
  • Coos Bay, Oregon
  • 1,001-5,000 Employees
  • Online Review

Watson Creative has led a hospital's branding efforts, from conducting brand research to developing a website and a visual identity system. They've also supported the client's PR and recruitment campaigns.

SEO & Web Design for Textile Manufacturing Company

  • Search Engine Optimization Web Design Web Development
  • $200,000 to $999,999
  • Jan. - July 2024
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They were super prompt and exceeded expectations when it comes to my company's needs."

Sep 29, 2024
Founder & President, Green Theme Technologies Inc
Martin Flora
Verified
  • Manufacturing
  • Rio Rancho, New Mexico
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

To improve their Google search rankings, a textile manufacturing firm hired Watson Creative to provide SEO services. The team also updated the client's website, making sure it had more accurate information.

Graphic Design for Healthcare Co

  • Graphic Design Search Engine Optimization
  • $200,000 to $999,999
  • June 2023 - Mar. 2024
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Watson Creative's professionalism and speed of action were impressive."

Sep 27, 2024
Chairman & CEO, Labcorp
Adam Schechter
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Burlington, North Carolina
  • 10,001+ Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

Watson Creative produced a poster based on a written version of QA for a healthcare company. The goal was to present important points of the client's QA in an accessible and easy-to-understand form.

Custom Software Dev for Tech Company

  • AI Development Custom Software Development Generative AI
  • $200,000 to $999,999
  • June 2018 - July 2024
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"We were really happy with the project from beginning to end."

Sep 25, 2024
CEO, Microsoft
Satya Nadella
  • Other industries
  • Redmond, Washington
  • 10,001+ Employees
  • Online Review

A technology company hired Watson Creative to create an interactive flowchart on their website. The flowchart was intended for the client's CDOs and other data leaders.

Digital Marketing for Leadership Training Company

  • Content Marketing Web Development
  • Confidential
  • Jan. 2022 - Jan. 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Matt Watson of Watson Creative is, hands-down, one of the most talented and gifted business professionals I’ve ever met."

May 9, 2023
President, Leadership Alive, Inc.
Christopher Meade
Verified
  • Business services
  • Portland, Oregon
  • 1-10 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

Watson Creative provided ongoing digital marketing, SEO, analytics, and web presence services for a leadership training company.

Rebranding, Web Design & Mktg for Wholesale Agriculture Co

  • Advertising Branding Content Marketing Digital Strategy Web Design Web Development
  • Brand messaging
    +1
  • Confidential
  • Sep. 2017 - May 2018
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"Working with Watson Creative has been an absolute game changer for our market profile."

Apr 20, 2023
Manager of Coprorate Development, Oregon Blueberry
Jon H
Verified
  • Other industries
  • Portland, Oregon
  • 11-50 Employees
  • Online Review
  • Verified

A wholesale agriculture products company hired Watson Creative to rebrand their company. After the rebranding portion, the team redesigned the client's website and developed various marketing campaigns.

Branding, Content & Design Services for Construction Company

  • Branding Content Marketing Content Writing Services Digital Strategy Email Marketing Graphic Design Logo Marketing Strategy Other Design Out of Home Design Print Design Social Media Marketing UX/UI Design Video Marketing Video Production Web Design
  • Merchandise Design
    +11
  • $50,000 to $199,999
  • Apr. 2021 - Jan. 2023
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0

"They are an absolute powerhouse when it comes to brand design and visual storytelling."

Apr 19, 2023
Marketing Team, Home Construction Company
Masha & Lizzie
  • Other industries
  • Vancouver, Washington
  • 51-200 Employees
  • Online Review

Watson Creative provided branding, content creation, and design services for a construction company. They created a brand strategy with matching visuals, templates for different signage types, and a newsletter.

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Our Story

We are Watson Creative — a people-first, creatively led agency founded in 2013. Our tight-knit team of designers, strategists, writers, developers and filmmakers blends observation, craft and grit to build purposeful brands across industries from outdoor and lifestyle to finance and nonprofit. Guided by integrity, diverse voices, and proactive insight, we deliver strategy-led creative, campaigns, web and content—work launched in 19 countries and sustained client relationships over a decade.

Meet the Team

Matt Watson

Matt WatsonCEO

Founder & CEO of Watson Creative, Matt Watson built his career at Lippincott and spent over a decade shaping Nike’s brand. He’s led work for Apple, Disney, LEGO, EA Sports, and public sector leaders, blending strategy, design, and business impact.

Mike Terry

Mike TerryDirector of Accounts and Growth

Mike Terry is Director of Accounts and Growth at Watson Creative, bringing over 30 years of experience leading some of Portland’s top agencies and building trusted client partnerships that drive long-term growth.

Greg Needham

Greg NeedhamVice President of Strategy

Greg Needham is Vice President of Strategy at Watson, leading brand strategy and creative direction for integrated campaigns across every channel, with deep experience as a writer and photographer.

Lauren Williams

Lauren WilliamsSenior Account Strategist

Lauren is a purpose-driven leader specializing in communications, creative strategy, and account management, thriving at the intersection of storytelling and structure to help mission-driven organizations effectively translate purpose into practice.

Ali Sood

Ali SoodExecutive Assistant

Ali is an enterprise recruitment and client success leader with 12 years of experience. She has driven $1.1M in contract revenue, led full-cycle talent delivery, managed high-stakes escalations, and strengthened executive-level client partnerships.

Trina Motto

Trina MottoSenior Account Strategist

Trina Motto is a Senior Account Strategist at Watson, focused on guiding clients through clear strategy, strong communication, and meaningful results.

Meg Miller

Meg MillerAssociate Creative Director

I make great design. I direct amazing people who make great design. I speak the truth. I love all things involving mountain biking and woodworking.

Byron Freney

Byron FreneySenior Writer

I’m a senior writer who helps brands sound like themselves on their best day. I’m known for clarity, voice, and asking the questions behind the questions. I’m a lifelong observer of people, systems, and the small details that make messages land.

Camila Gomez Maya

Camila Gomez MayaSenior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager who keeps complex creative projects moving smoothly from kickoff to launch. She’s known for bringing structure to chaos, building smart processes, and making sure teams have what they need to do their best work.

Rebekah Garibay

Rebekah GaribaySenior Brand Designer

I use design as a tool for connection and impact, partnering with people who care deeply about their craft, their communities, and the stories they tell. I’m known for bringing clarity to ambiguity and balancing strategy with soul.

What Sets Us Apart

Strategy Before Execution

We don’t start with deliverables. We start with clarity. Our work is grounded in research, stakeholder insight, and business context, ensuring every creative decision ladders up to measurable outcomes—not just good-looking work.

Built by Big-Brand Experience

Our leadership comes from Lippincott and over a decade at Nike, shaping global brands at scale. That experience informs how we partner with clients today—from Apple and Disney to public institutions navigating complexity and growth.

Senior Teams, Real Partners

Clients work directly with senior strategists, designers, and leaders—not a bait-and-switch team. We stay close, collaborative, and accountable, acting as long-term partners invested in results, not just project completion.

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June 28, 2026

Business Entity

Business Entity Name Watson Creative
Source Oregon Secretary of State Corporation Division
Jurisdiction of Formation Oregon
Date of Formation June 6, 2012
Status Active
Last Updated July 3, 2022
ID 86788297

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