October 5, 2009 12:01 a.m. PST
Action agency NEMO scores media, advertising and creative for Major League Soccer’s newest franchise.
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October 5, 2009 Portland, Ore. –From pitch to goal, NEMO wins as agency of record for the Portland Timbers. The Portland Timbers selected NEMO to deliver creative services during the 2010 USL season, and the inaugural MLS 2011 season. Several agencies participated in the pitch to introduce MLS to Portland. NEMO was chosen for their innovative planning, visionary creative approach, and deep connection to sports.
Since 1999, NEMO has built its reputation in youth marketing. The firm has produced world-class work in the sports category for Nike 6.0, Smith Optics, MasterCraft, Bell Helmets, Globe Bicycles, STX Lacrosse, Nike Soccer, ESPN, FUEL TV and the Portland Lumberjax.
Portland Timbers owner Merritt Paulson commented, “We’re looking forward to launching the new MLS Portland Timbers in 2011, and we’re excited to be working with a top creative partner in the process. NEMO understands the voice of the Timbers and we’ve got great things planned to engage Timbers fans and our community with the team.”
NEMO’s work with the Portland Timbers has already kicked off with the launch of www.portlandmls2011.com. The interactive project engages fans and the greater community as the Timbers charge into their inaugural 2011 season.
“I’m excited for what this partnership will bring to both sides,” NEMO co-founder and general manager Trevor Graves said. “This is a big win for us as we had to compete with Portland’s best creative agencies in the pitch process. We’re honored to have been selected as the Timbers creative partner. This is a great fit for us. It’s a national client on a global playing field, right in our backyard – which gives us the opportunity to experience the product and build community on a local level.”
About NEMO
NEMO is a Portland-based integrated branding, marketing and design shop. NEMO’s capabilities include brand strategy, design, motion graphics, interactive development, film, video, print and photography production. For more information on NEMO visit www.nemohq.com
For more information contact:
NEMO HQ
Becky Singh, Communications
503-734-5094
Portland Timbers
Chris Metz, VP Communications Portland Timbers
503-553-5400