Bradley Girard Helping Brands Take Root Through Creative Direction

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A Designer, a Storyteller, and a Fitted Sheet Walk into a Bio…

Bradley Girard

Consultant | Creative Director

bradley@bgsconnect.com

Mission Viejo, California
949-433-3475 

Linkedin: @bradleygirard

For over three decades, I’ve been the creative Swiss Army knife behind bold brand stories for everyone from global giants to scrappy start-ups. My superpower? Helping organizations find, and shout, their real voices (without any megaphone feedback). Whether it’s design, photography, podcasts, video, print, or marketing, I jump in with a storyteller’s passion, a teammate’s spirit, and a healthy obsession for making things that matter. I don’t just direct, I actually do the work. Trends? I prefer classics with a twist – think timeless, not tired.

My creative adventure began in my teens, thanks to my brother, Jeff Girard, a design legend and Art Director of Surfer Magazine. In my twenties, I traded textbooks for real-world production work in his studio, learning by doing (and occasionally by spectacular mistake). That hands-on crash course taught me to zig when others zag, push past the obvious, and treat resilience like a secret weapon. Since then, I’ve freelanced, run a boutique agency, led creative teams, and finally circled back to the joy of flying solo. The people I meet and the stories we create together? That’s the real reward.

Turning client visions into reality isn’t just my job – it’s my favorite obsession (that and strong morning coffee). I geek out over finding the perfect format for every story, mixing craft, flexibility, and transparent communication. Building trust and sweating the details is my recipe for partnerships that actually last and keep getting better.

I’ve teamed up with brands like the San Francisco 49ers, Del Taco, Quiksilver, Toshiba, and The Irvine Company, as well as some pretty visionary folks in healthcare, education, and nonprofits. Each project has stretched my creative boundaries (sometimes like yoga, sometimes more like trying to fold a fitted sheet). Growth? It’s all about saying yes to the unfamiliar, even if it means a few creative cartwheels along the way.

From magazine layouts to head-turning marketing materials, immersive online experiences, and binge-worthy video and podcasts (okay, maybe not Netflix-level binge-worthy), my creative toolkit is always getting an upgrade. Along the way, my work has picked up 15 international awards, popped up in industry podcasts and blogs, and even made it into the HOW Design Promotion Issue (humblebrag – sorry, couldn’t resist).

And that’s my story: part creative adventure, part caffeine-fueled quest, and all about helping brands tell their own. If you’re looking for someone who can bring ideas to life—and crack a joke or two along the way—I’m your person. Ready when you are (fitted sheet not required).

Not-So-Humble Brags

  • HOW Promotions Award
    Merit [1] 

  • Hermes International Awards
    Platinum [2], Gold [1]

  • Communicator International Awards
    Gold [1], Silver [2]

  • Summit International Awards
    Gold [1], Silver [3]

  • PIASC Print Awards
    Excellence [1], Merit [1]

  • AD Q Award
    Outstanding [1]

The People Who Make Magic With BGS Connect

We proudly partner with leading industry professionals who help expand our services, ensuring the highest value for our customers.

Jessica Dodson
Brand Strategist

For over twenty years, Jessica has guided organizations in aligning brand and business strategy to achieve purposeful growth. Through her company Dodson Consulting, collaborates with BGS to unite brand strategy and cohesive visual identity, equipping clients with a practical approach to brand building. Jessica believes clarity empowers confident leadership, drives focused momentum, and creates enduring brands.

April Kelsey
Copywriter

For the past 15 years, April has brought corporate brands to life through customer-centricity, accessibility, and delight. She specializes in complex B2B industries like energy, tech, and change management, while also creating winning campaigns for B2C companies and nonprofits. Known by clients as the Obliterator of Objections, Distiller of Truths, Wizard of Wordcraft, and Queen of Memes, April founded Marketable Copy in 2021.

Chris Cipolla
Print Specialist

Chris of Source One Printing provides high-quality custom printing, promotional items, large-format graphics, trade show materials, and direct mail solutions. For over 25 years, BGS has relied on Chris’s expertise, which spans healthcare, nonprofits, universities, and corporations. His industry knowledge simplifies complex printing challenges, while his cost-effective solutions maintain quality for our clients nationwide.

Jason King
Social Media Strategist

Jason King is a social media strategist who helps brands and individuals overcome hurdles to business growth through thoughtful, effective digital strategies. He brings 15 years of experience partnering with more than 100 brands across agency, internal, and startup roles, giving him a broad perspective on what drives engagement and results. Jason believes the best social media is built on a foundation of smart strategy, strong systems, meaningful connections, and kindness.

Bradley Hamilton
Purpose Driven Growth Architect

Bradley Hamilton is a visionary Growth Architect and Founder of Luminate Ventures, dedicated to elevating thought leaders and industry experts seeking lasting impact. As one of Accenture’s youngest U.S. manager promotions, he advised Fortune 500 executives on growth and transformation, blending strategic insight with entrepreneurial drive. Through Luminate Ventures, Bradley empowers coaches, consultants, and businesses with the clarity, confidence, and strategies to grow and share their expertise globally.

High Fives From Happy Clients

My 15 Minutes (and Counting)

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Around The Ladder
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SD Voyager

Inspiring Conversations with Bradley Girard 

SD Voyager

Health NonProfit Marketing Brooks Digital Podcast

Visualizing Complexity with Bradley Girard

Health Nonprofit Digital Marketing
Hosted by Spencer Brooks

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Designing for Start Ups, Small and Mid-size Companies

Road To Growth
Hosted by Vinnie Enriquez