Barker & Christol

Who We Are

At Barker & Christol, we're a hardworking, deep-thinking bunch with a passion for building relationships and brands. With over 10 years of experience, we've been helping Middle Tennessee and beyond build successful marketing campaigns that drive results. Our team is composed of multi-generational experts with a broad base of experience in advertising and marketing. We're obsessed with great advertising, building trust, and forming solid relationships that allow us to even better do what we do.

What We Do

As a full-service advertising agency, we create captivating stories that people relate to. We take collected data and ideas and translate them into campaigns that cause people to Think, Feel, and Act. We're chronic overthinkers, relentless in finding the message that will move your brand forward. With our collaborative approach, we combine brilliant, innovative ideas with practical, achievable solutions. Our team is dedicated to creating work that rises above the noise of today's media and motivates change.

Our Services

From concept to launch, we take a comprehensive approach to marketing that includes:

• Scope, Understanding, Strategy: We define the scope of the project, understand the client's needs, and develop a strategy that meets those needs.
• Concept: We present a creative concept to the client for approval.
• Create: We bring the concept to life through design, copywriting, and production.
• Launch, Monitor, Refine: We launch the campaign, monitor its progress, and refine it as needed.
• Result: We analyze the results of the campaign and present them to the client.

What Sets Us Apart

Unlike larger agencies where a hand-off to the B-team is a typical practice, you'll always get our best at Barker & Christol. We're your partner through-and-through - from the first line of copy we write, ad we design, or media budget we plan. Our team is obsessed with outcomes and solving problems. We're comfortable working in your shoes and committed to creating results that meet your unique needs.

Our Expertise

We're a unique balance of skills and experience, with a generation-spanning perspective that allows us to look at every business challenge from every possible angle. Our expertise spans three generations, and our team has expertise that is beyond measure.

What You Can Expect

When you partner with us, you can expect a full-service team dedicated to creating work that wins hearts and minds. We're not your typical agency - we're passionate about building trust and forming solid relationships that allow us to even better do what we do. We're invested in your success, and we're obsessed with finding the message that will move your brand forward.

Testimonials

But don't just take our word for it - here's what some of our clients have to say:

• "It was hard to pick my favorite poster! I looked at them all many times. They are all GREAT!" - Boys & Girls Club Manager
• "The campaign was a huge success. We were able to partner our internal marketing department with Barker & Christol to create and implement the most successful hospital launch in LifePoint's History." - Jennifer Levine Marketing Director, LifePoint Hospitals