We pull ambitious brands into razor sharp focus.
From the family archives: a 1940s portrait by Joe Hardy Shipp, Joseph’s grandfather whose photography studio began our family’s creative legacy.
Why Shipp Studio
Three generations of creative service taught us how to see what others miss, focus it, and frame it so the world can’t look away. We step in when it matters most, making the critical brand‑level adjustments that unlock clarity, momentum, and lasting impact.
Our Services
Capture
Strategy, messaging & creative foundations to pull focus.
Brand Strategy
Positioning & Purpose
Messaging Frameworks
Narrative Development
Workshops
Research & Audience Insight
Develop
Authentic brand systems to build meaningful stories.
Creative Direction
Visual Identity
Naming & Voice
Brand Guidelines
Art Direction
Personal Branding
Contact
Let’s bring your brand into focus.
Let us know what you need help with and we'll set up a discovery call to see if we're a fit.
About us
Shipp Studio is led by Joseph Shipp, a brand strategist and creative director with over two decades of experience shaping brands that stand apart.
Joseph has guided global tech companies, innovative startups, and high‑touch luxury brands through high‑stakes moments. He has led rebrands, directed transformative web projects, and shaped creative strategy for organizations including Atlassian, IDEO, and Offset. His work has influenced everything from Fortune 100 companies to cult wine labels with devoted followings.
Grounded in a third‑generation legacy of visual storytelling, Joseph combines strategic clarity with instinctive design. He knows how to see the truth at the heart of a brand, sharpen it, and present it so it can’t be ignored. Bold, confident, and practical, he cuts through complexity to focus on what matters most. Guided by values, his work empowers ambitious brands to show up with clarity, conviction, and lasting impact.