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Ten Reasons Why You Need a Brand Style Guide

Ten Reasons Why You Need a Brand Style Guide

Do you have a document that lays out the details of how your branding is used? We don’t know how anyone can comfortably operate without one.
November 20, 2023
When SMART Goals Aren’t Working, Dare to be Stupid

When SMART Goals Aren’t Working, Dare to be Stupid

SMART goals can feel restrictive. Let's take a look at STUPID goals—small, temporary, uncertain, purposeful, interesting, and disposable.
October 16, 2023
OC’s Guide to Getting it Right:  Hyphen Versus Dash

OC’s Guide to Getting it Right: Hyphen Versus Dash

Learn to use hyphens and dashes correctly for maximum clarity in your text to get your point across without fail.
September 18, 2023
How Many Ways Can You Use a Cardboard Box?

How Many Ways Can You Use a Cardboard Box?

You might think you know how creativity works, but so did we! Turns out there's more to coming up with a great idea than we expected!
August 21, 2023
Brief Answers to Big Questions: Should Your Marketing Appeal to the Head or the Heart?

Brief Answers to Big Questions: Should Your Marketing Appeal to the Head or the Heart?

What’s more effective, marketing that appeals to the emotional side of decision making or the logical side?
July 31, 2023
Brief Answers to Big Questions: Where Does OC Stand on AI?

Brief Answers to Big Questions: Where Does OC Stand on AI?

AI can write a script, paint a picture, compose a song, or create a video. How will creatives hold on to a job in the future?
June 20, 2023
Words We Live By: The Three Cs

Words We Live By: The Three Cs

We’ve been asked many times in the past what makes us different. The answer is three little words: Curious. Confident. Creative.
May 15, 2023
Looking Back:  2022 Projects We Adored

Looking Back: 2022 Projects We Adored

After a few months of consideration, we've each decided what our 2022 favorite projects were. Check it out!
April 18, 2023
What Makes an OC Website Different?

What Makes an OC Website Different?

We think that, as a creative agency, we have an edge over places that just build and host websites. Here's why:
March 13, 2023
Six Web Design Trends to Try in 2023

Six Web Design Trends to Try in 2023

Put those graphic design and typography trends together in a fun way as you design or refresh your website for 2023
February 15, 2023
Six Types of Typography Trends Getting Big in 2023

Six Types of Typography Trends Getting Big in 2023

Today, we’re reading the future of typography. Stay ahead of the curve with these six trends that will be making headlines this year.
January 30, 2023
Six Graphic Design Trends Blowing Up in 2023

Six Graphic Design Trends Blowing Up in 2023

We look at the horizon of graphic design to see what’s rising in the distance that might take precedence this year. Check it out!
January 16, 2023
Looking for a Filming Location?  Ask Yourself These Six Questions Before Sealing the Deal

Looking for a Filming Location? Ask Yourself These Six Questions Before Sealing the Deal

Looking for a filming location for your next project? Make sure you ask these six questions before you make a decision about where to film.
December 19, 2022
Staff Update:  Austin Makes His OC Debut

Staff Update: Austin Makes His OC Debut

Join us in wishing a warm welcome to OC's newest team member, Austin Wilson. He'll be managing projects with our video team!
November 29, 2022
Great (And not so Great) Reasons to Rebrand

Great (And not so Great) Reasons to Rebrand

Are you thinking about rebranding? Check out our list to make sure you land on the right side of the decision.
October 31, 2022