Outright

Outright is a woman- and minority-owned creative agency founded in 2015 and headquartered in Washington, DC. The agency employs under 49 people and works with clients globally. Outright's average hourly rate is $190, and projects typically start at a minimum budget of $10,000 to $25,000.

The agency offers a full suite of services including branding, web design, video production, digital marketing, graphic design, media buying, and digital strategy. Core capabilities are organized into three areas: strategy (brand strategy, campaign concepting, media planning, marketing strategy, audience research), design (branding, video production, motion and animation, advertising campaigns, events and experiential, presentation design, sub-brands, logos), and digital experiences (UX/UI design, content strategy, website design and development, campaign landing pages and microsites).

Outright serves a range of industries such as nonprofit, media and communications, hospitality, entertainment, arts, sports, consumer goods, food and beverage, and travel. The agency works with startups, small businesses, and medium businesses. Notable clients include Google/YouTube, Ocean Conservancy, Marriott International, National Hockey League, and the me too. Movement.

Client reviews on DesignRush highlight Outright's responsiveness, innovative design, and ability to act as a true thought partner. One client noted that Outright delivered a video campaign featuring Michael Douglas that earned over 6 million views on YouTube. Another praised the agency for merging two organizations into one brand under significant time constraints. A nonprofit client described Outright as "thorough, responsive, and patient" and a "true thought partner."

Outright's portfolio includes projects such as a brand and website for Ocean Conservancy ($250K-$500K, 12 months), a rebrand for Rails to Trails Conservancy ($100K-$250K, 18 months), and a marketing agency of record engagement for Fayetteville, Arkansas ($100K-$250K, 12 months). The agency has also created brand identities for YouTube AdBlitz and experiential design for Schmidt Science Fellows.

Outright has received several industry awards, including a Webby Honoree for Best Data Viz, a Silver Anthem Award, and a Fast Company Innovation By Design Honoree. The agency's leadership team includes Founder Darin Ruchirek, VP of Strategy & Partner Jared Schwartz, and Managing Director Tracy Mathews, each bringing over 15 years of experience.