CALLEN

Creative Advertising for regional and national clients

About CALLEN

CALLEN is an Austin, Texas creative agency founded in 2017 by Craig Allen, the Wieden+Kennedy creative behind Old Spice's 'Smell Like a Man, Man' campaign, with backing from Wieden+Kennedy under the condition that it never be sold. The shop creates comedy-forward brand campaigns for national advertisers. Headquartered in Austin, TX and founded in 2017, CALLEN organizes its work around Creative Advertising, Brand Campaigns, Content. Agencies with this focus typically support planning, production, and channel execution so marketing teams can compare vendors on scope, category experience, and operating model. Public references include work for brands such as Vera Bradley. Third-party listings cite recognition including Ad Age Small Agency of the Year (2022, 2023). Buyers reviewing CALLEN should weigh team size (10-50), service mix, and geographic coverage against their category and procurement requirements.

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Primary Fit Creative Advertising and Brand Campaigns

Best matched for brands evaluating agencies with depth in Creative Advertising, Brand Campaigns, Content.

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Where CALLEN Fits Best

CALLEN suits teams comparing partners across Creative Advertising, Brand Campaigns, Content, with the strongest fit for buyers weighing Creative Advertising and Brand Campaigns work. Its listed industry focus covers Consumer Brands, Media.

Awards & Recognition

  • Ad Age Small Agency of the Year (2022, 2023)

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