We help business maximize their potential by crafting brands that are memorable, loved, and high-performing.

What

PAINT is a next generation micro-agency capable of delivering world-class creative more efficiently than a traditional agency.

We operate using a low overhead / high talent model that focuses client investment on what matters most—talent and expertise.

We utilize our extensive network of the top freelance and independent talent in North America to deliver comparable or better output than a traditional agency—for often as little as half the cost.

How

Our expertise is building brand platforms that stand out in the marketplace. From strategy, to Vis ID, to campaign platforms, our roster of creative experts can help take your brand to the next level.

  • Brand purpose + positioning
    Go-to-market planning
    Creative + content strategy
    Digital + social strategy

  • National + local campaigns
    Content development
    Digital + social

  • Brand identity + Vis ID
    Experience design
    Packaging
    Web design

  • Broadcast + content production
    Experiential + event production
    Film + photo studio

Who

PAINT was founded by Dave Thornhill, an accomplished creative leader with a uniquely multi-disciplinary career spanning over 20 years in the industry. Dave has held senior creative roles at some of the top advertising, design, and experiential agencies in North America including Rethink, Leo Burnett, Mosaic North America, and Bensimon Byrne.

Dave brings a philosophy of collaboration and a track record of creating high-profile work that has driven results for his clients and been awarded across the globe.

Dave is joined by a roster of strategists, creatives, production, and account specialists who are among the best in their fields.

Work + awards

  • BUDWEISER

    BUDWEISER

    The most liked Super Bowl ad of 2020
    Agency: Mosaic

  • YouTube

    YOUTUBE

    The first ever Canadian national campaign for the world’s biggest video platform.
    Agency: Mosaic

  • TD Bank

    TD BANK

    A new masterbrand platform for one of North America’s biggest FIs
    Agency: Leo Burnett

  • Mackenzie Investments

    MACKENZIE INVESTMENTS

    Shifting an investment brand from product-led to purpose-led
    Agency: Mosaic

  • Amazon

    AMAZON

    A national US campaign for the world’s biggest retailer.
    Agency: Leo Burnett

  • TD Poster Bank

    TD POSTER BANK

    Making financial literacy fun for kids
    Agency: Leo Burnett

  • Reese

    REESE

    Product sampling in the midst of a pandemic
    Agency: Mosaic

We believe the difference between a company that is unmemorable and one that’s iconic is a brand well-executed

Drop us a line. We’d love to connect with people who share our passion for creating effective, impactful work. Credentials available upon request.

Ready to build a brand that stands out?