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THE REVERSE MULLET EFFECT: CREATIVE IN FRONT, BUSINESS IN THE BACK
If we didn’t believe in the power of creativity, we’d probably have a daily existential crisis on our hands. Yet creativity in a vacuum...

Harris Hunter
Oct 19, 20214 min read


HAND-RENDERED BOXES FOR HAND-RENDERED PIZZA
As an agency, we spend a good chunk of time thinking about interesting media opportunities. Where can make a strong impact on the...

Jake Edinger
Sep 30, 20212 min read


HOW DO YOU MEASURE LOVE FOR BIG DOGS?
At Darling, we may be small, but we love large dogs. Like Arlo: And Marlowe: And Flash: And Laika: Okay, she’s only 25lbs but she’s...

Tim Glebocki
Sep 24, 20211 min read


SOLVING PROBLEMS WITH STYLE
We are searching for a teammate with a strong portfolio of campaigns from a range of categories. Humor, elegance, elegant humor?

Peter Rodick
Aug 31, 20212 min read


WHO LOVES TIMESHEETS?
Time would be better spent coming up with the next idea or having a ridiculous conversation that leads to the next idea.

Jake Edinger
Aug 26, 20212 min read


HEART FOR DETAILS, SOUL FOR IDEAS
This position has been filled. But we're always looking for great talent. So by all means, reach out. Account Executive / Catalyst...
Blake Padberg
Aug 16, 20212 min read


LAKE REGIONAL OFFERS VACCINES WITH A DOSE OF EMPATHY
On behalf of Lake Regional Health System, Darling Makery is launching a campaign designed to encourage Lake of the Ozarks residents to...

Jake Edinger
Aug 13, 20212 min read


WE REMEMBER
We’re honored to help create a new identity and launch a custom online experience for Flags of Valor.

Jake Edinger
May 27, 20212 min read


YOU GOT YOUR SOCCER IN MY FOOTIE: WHY I DON’T WRITE AMERICAN ENGLISH
As a British copywriter working in the American Midwest, there’s one question I am regularly asked: how do you write American English,...

Tim Glebocki
May 14, 20212 min read


A WRITER WITH RANGE
We’re looking for a craftsperson with 3+ years of experience who can articulate great ideas across media and industries.

Jake Edinger
Feb 23, 20212 min read


LAKE REGIONAL PUTS DOWN ROOTS IN LEBANON
We’ve been showing how their commitment runs deep since launching our latest campaign on behalf of Lake Regional. In 2020, they made the...

Jake Edinger
Feb 20, 20211 min read


DARLING BRAND MAKERY INVESTS IN CHEROKEE LOCATION
Creative Agency Purchases Building Among Antique Shops St. Louis, MO, February 5—While Fortune 500 companies from Centene to REI are...

Jake Edinger
Feb 5, 20213 min read


PUTTING A BIRD ON 2020
Dissecting everyone's least favorite Christmas carol to somehow sell pizza.

Ryan Walker
Dec 23, 20203 min read


BRANDS WE BELIEVE IN
At Darling we say, “we believe in working with brands we believe in.” It’s one of the main reasons I was drawn to the team. One day we’re...

Angela Neumeister
Nov 10, 20204 min read


TOURISM IN THE TIME OF CAUTION
When I first started writing ads, I turned to a book called Hey Whipple, Squeeze This, the copywriter’s equivalent of a self-help tome....

Ryan Walker
Nov 2, 20202 min read


DO WE STILL COUNT AS A STARTUP?
On October 2, 2017, we came together as a trio. Since then, we’ve moved once, expanded our office and added five more members to our...

Jake Edinger
Oct 5, 20203 min read


PUSHING BEYOND PIXELS
We are seeking a Digital Designer with a strong portfolio and 2-4 years of experience in front-end development.

Peter Rodick
Sep 4, 20202 min read


TOPPERS ANOINTS CHIEF PIZZA OFFICER
Toppers Pizza creates new role to confront important topics like corporate restructuring, ingredient integrity, BDSM, copyright infringement

Jake Edinger
Jul 21, 20202 min read


HOLDING DOWN THE SECOND FRIDGE
A new campaign to help Stag Beer address COVID buying habits while maintaining safety during filming and editing.

Jake Edinger
Jul 6, 20202 min read


SHIFT + 1
While we may not have it all figured out, here are a few basic pieces we’ve put in place that have helped us stay focused and unified.

Jake Edinger
May 6, 20203 min read
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