The uncommon agency for the common good

We do work that matters.

Civilian is a unique band of ordinary people with extraordinary talents and a relentless desire to better the world. We love it and it’s what gets us up every day. Our people could work anywhere, but they choose to walk through our doors every morning looking to make a difference.

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We are Civilian.

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We use business
as a force for good.

>We earned our B Corp certification in 2018 to demonstrate our commitment to purpose-driven work. Not only does our work make the world better, but the way we work makes the world better, too. We consider the impact of our decisions on our employees, clients, suppliers, community, and the environment. We balance purpose and profit. Simply put, we put our money where our mouth is.

We don’t do it all, but we can get it all done.

Discover

  • Audience Insights
  • Custom Research
  • Influencer Mapping
  • Issue Tracking
  • Competitive Analysis

Strategize

  • Brand Strategy
  • Creative Strategy
  • Social Strategy
  • Message Architecture
  • Integrated Marketing Plans
  • Crisis/Issues Management
  • Creative and Media Planning

Create

  • Design + Identity
  • Campaign Platforms
  • Branded Content
  • Brand Development
  • Digital
  • Social Media
  • Web Design
  • Mobile
  • TV/Video

Engage

  • Media Buying
  • Community Stakeholder Engagement
  • Public Relations
  • Public Affairs
  • Campaign Measurement

And we write
about it.

  • Social vs Commercial Marketing

    How Social Marketing Differs from Commercial Marketing

    by Lauren Hunt | Social Marketing

    Civilian opened its doors in 1999. Back then, we called ourselves AdEase. We promoted local restaurant chains, residential developments, and insurance firms. But soon our focus shifted. We began to use our marketing, advertising, and community outreach tools to promote public health, conservation, transportation equity and economic development. With the shift came a renewed passion…

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    Celebrating Growth and Impact: Civilian Agency Signs Third Statewide Contract in 2023
    by Stacey Smith | Company News, Press Releases, Social Marketing

    We are excited to announce a significant milestone in our journey of growth and impact at Civilian. Our unwavering dedication to purpose-driven marketing has led us to secure our third statewide contr...

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  • Civilian Unveils San Diego Community Power Logo and Brand
    by Kim Coutts | Client Spotlight, Creative Find

    In another key step towards launching as the state’s second largest Community Choice Energy provider, San Diego Community Power (SDCP) unveiled its brand and logo last month at the Fifth Annual Comm...

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