Cultural Partnerships Upswell specializes in translating ideas into public programs and exhibitions through cross-disciplinary collaboration. Target cultural institutions like museums, galleries, and festivals for digital media exhibitions and co-created experiences, emphasizing enduring partnerships and audience-centered impact.

Public Programs Growth The firm emphasizes cultivating lasting partnerships with cultural leaders, creating opportunities for retainer-based engagements around ongoing programming, audience development, and multi-site exhibitions across cities.

Digital Experience With a modern front-end stack and cloud optimizations, Upswell can deliver high-performance digital experiences, immersive online exhibitions, and cross-screen campaigns ideal for clients seeking digital-first storytelling and scalable media programs.

Mid-Market Advantage As a mid-sized agency, Upswell offers agility and capacity for complex campaigns while remaining open to partnerships with larger agencies as a lead designer or subcontractor for digital media, exhibitions, and audience engagement.

West Coast Reach Located in Portland with national reach, Upswell is well positioned to expand engagement with Northwest and West Coast cultural institutions, city initiatives, and grant-funded programs, leveraging local networks for scalable opportunities.