BRAND

Founder and Lead Creative

Owen Garitty

Owen Garitty founded FPW Media in 2013 for a reason–to dismantle the extrinsic nature of a traditional marketing agency and forge a path for an innovative, fresh, and transformative creative vision. Today, that vision remains with FPW’s three connective divisions: brand, films, and merchandise, which design and implement client services entirely in-house, effectively cutting out the potential for misinterpretation of any client’s message or goals. FPW was founded as an “unagency”–a concept pioneered by Garitty that prioritizes a client-first outlook, meaning clients’ visions come to life organically through unconventional but efficacious processes.

Garitty has had an aptitude for photography since the age of ten when he got his first camera–a Pentax 35mm–and has since amassed over 15 years of photographic experience. He won his first photography award at thirteen, began working professionally at fifteen, and went on to pursue a career in visual storytelling that grew to encompass design, marketing, and creative direction. In a lifelong pursuit of creating compelling visual narratives, Garitty’s passion lies in garnering brand recognition for his clients with impactful visuals and stimulating design. His profound understanding of the millennial zeitgeist makes him an invaluable asset in a new media landscape.

Today, Garitty oversees brand vision and implementation for privately and publicly traded companies. He cultivates ongoing partnerships with a host of companies, ranging in specialty from large-scale manufacturers to apparel, agriculture, and heavy industrial equipment. He remains present and hands-on: clients have his personal cell phone number and can trust that Garitty is carefully guiding the creative direction of their project.

In 2018, Garitty directed the award-winning and critically acclaimed film, Lionhearted, which elevates veterans’ combat stories. The film focuses on the post-war lives of veterans, emphasizing the need for a sustained platform through which they can relay their experiences. The film’s moving visuals, made up of interviews juxtaposed with combat footage, highlight the profound and moving realities of many of our nation’s heroes.

Garitty’s passion for vivid visual storytelling continues to emanate from the page, screen, or billboard–venturing beyond the ordinary and garnering clients the recognition they want by involving viewers in the narrative. As someone who values place and community, Garitty ensures that FPW is regularly involved in projects with local organizations such as nonprofits, government agencies, and educational institutions. When he isn’t at the office, Garitty can be found boxing, enjoying craft coffee, or gardening organic fruits and vegetables.

Vice President

Adam Plantenberg

Adam was born and raised in Springfield, Oregon. From a very young age Adam loved interacting with people on a personal level. It was this love for people that led him to work for Dutch Bros. coffee where he quickly advanced through the company, and by the age of 20 he was running his own Dutch Bros. store. When Adam wasn’t loving on people he was being drawn to the world of technology. He instantly fell in love with cinema, and has continued his love for it to this day where he is now a Production Manager at FPW Media. He brings with him experience in the field operating and rigging cameras, setting up lighting, and taking photographs. His unique vision for the world around him brings a new perspective to the projects he works on. In his spare time Adam enjoys getting together with friends for a barbeque, sitting back to watch the game or a great film, and going to the gym.

Accounts Director

Joe Liebersbach

Joe has a passion for people, an eye for design, and a lowkey addiction to coffee. Joe always keeps his plate full by traveling with his wife, singing and dancing with his theater company, and adventuring with his best friends. After being the Editor in Chief of his high school yearbook, Joe blazed his path toward storytelling and visual design at the University of Oregon. From there, he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising, with an emphasis in Media Planning and Social Strategy. Joe has worked as a freelance Social Media Manager for various clients in the Pacific Northwest before finding his place at FPW.

Account Manager

Jennifer Fleck

Jennifer was born and raised on the Oregon Coast before moving to Eugene to attend the University of Oregon. Jennifer’s English degree, strong writing and editing background, love for people and storytelling, and commitment to positivity paved the way for success throughout 10 years of customer service as well as social media management for a marine enterprise and consulting for a variety of businesses in the social media arena. Through every role she steps into, Jennifer has always maintained her dedication for providing solutions with a smile. In her spare time, she enjoys hanging out with her corgi, traveling, visiting family on the coast, and putting together any craft she can get her hands on.

Production Lead

Gwendolynn Haight

Born and raised in the Eugene-Springfield, Oregon area, Gwendolynn has had a lifelong interest in communication, organization, and design. A part-time job in high school working for a small printing and mailing company sparked her interest in graphic design and printing. While studying Graphic Design at Lane Community College, Gwendolynn worked her way up with various print houses, from working as a Presort Mail Technician to a Copy and Layout Editor, on to a Digital Press Operator, and later a Graphics Specialist in grand format printing for retail environments. When not immersing herself in design, Gwendolynn enjoys playing multi-player video games with friends, crawling through the underbrush photographing nature’s small perfections, experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen, and woodturning on her lathe.

Graphic Designer

Jordan Morrow

Originally from the Central Valley in California, Jordan moved to Virginia to pursue a degree in Marketing from Liberty University but quickly discovered that his true passion was Graphic Design. After graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design and a minor in Business, he moved to Oregon where he’s worked for over 5 years as a Graphic Designer, focusing primarily on print design and production. Now, Jordan is happy to be putting these skills to use at FPW Media. When he’s not designing things, Jordan enjoys playing Dungeons and Dragons, watching crime dramas, spending time with family, and playing PC games.

Graphic Designer

Brandon Waite

Born in Farmington, NM, and raised in Las Vegas, NV, Brandon began his design education in high school, where he attended the Advanced Technologies Academy and graduated from their graphic design program. After serving a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brandon returned to Las Vegas and earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design and Studio Art from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. During his studies, Brandon worked in the commercial real estate industry where he learned the ins and outs of successful marketing campaigns. Upon graduating, Brandon moved to Eugene, Oregon. He began working as the in-house Creative Director for McKenzie SewOn, a regional screenprinting and embroidery shop. At McKenzie SewOn, he developed a new brand identity for the company and established its first marketing department. During this time Brandon also developed a successful freelance illustration and design practice that allowed him to work directly with lifestyle brands and small businesses. These experiences led Brandon to FPW Media, where he uses his superpowers to create beautiful designs and brings sticky note drawings to life.

Web Developer

William Lamb

Billy was born and raised in Northeast Arkansas in a tiny town called Paragould. He moved to Oregon in 2018 with his wife, Destin, and their three pets: Henry, Colby, and Theon. Billy learned web development at a young age, originally learning the basics of HTML so he could manage his MySpace page. From there, his interest in web development blossomed into a career. He is knowledgeable in full-stack web development, including languages and technologies such as PHP, jQuery, Angular.js, Laravel, and more. Outside of work, Billy loves hanging with his wife and pets, camping near the Oregon coast, and playing video games with his friends.

Copywriter and Social Contributor

Ainsley Davis

Ainsley is from Savannah, Georgia, and has lived in Eugene for three years. She has a BA from the College of Charleston in English Literature and Anthropology (2017) and an MA in English Literature from the University of Oregon (2019), where she specialized in modernism and garment studies. She is interested in crafting compelling copy that stimulates readers. Her interest in editing and copywriting was born out of a desire to stop seeing grammatical errors on published pages. She has editorial and copywriting experience in an array of subjects, ranging from environmentalism to queer studies, game theory, dentistry, financial advising, apparel, and industrial equipment. She is interested in almost everything, will tackle your project with gumption, and is excited to make your ideas come to life through language.

Junior Account Manager

Hannah Fitz

An Oregon native, Hannah grew up in the Willamette Valley. She attended Oregon State University where she pursued a degree in Digital Communication Arts with a minor in Writing. During her time at OSU, she developed an extensive understanding of social media marketing as well as writing and communication skills through college courses and an internship. After college, she spent time in a twelve-week marketing internship where she learned a lot about marketing tactics and brand awareness. Hannah is eager to increase her knowledge of the marketing industry and looks forward to developing her skills at FPW. When not at work, Hannah can be found spending time with her family and friends or exploring the outdoors with her pitbull/husky mix, Nova.

Office Manager

Lizbeth Ball

Before moving to Eugene, Oregon for school, Lizbeth lived in the small, rural town of Glendale, Oregon. Though small, this town offered her the opportunity to grow as a storyteller. From working at her mom’s food truck to participating in sports and extracurricular activities (such as softball and 4-H), she learned she could find an interesting story wherever she went. Attending the University of Oregon on an academic scholarship, her love for storytelling turned into an academic endeavor. As an advertising and journalism student, she was able to learn from talented professors and explore the various realms of media. At FPW Media, she continues to learn more about the art of storytelling and the mediums used to tell a visual story. In her spare time, she enjoys watching just about any movie with her twin sister, exploring the outdoors, painting, dining, and writing.

Executive Assistant

Noah Holt

Noah was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, where she studied Mass Communications at Piedmont College. Noah’s experience in television, radio, and social media marketing with companies such as the ABC Affiliate, WSB-TV, and Cumulus Media cultivated her interest in marketing and project management. Her passion for connecting with others through visual storytelling brought her to Eugene in search of new opportunities and experiences, where she joined us at FPW Media! Noah is excited to be part of a strong organization where she has the opportunity to learn and grow as a professional. In her free time, Noah enjoys traveling, listening to and making music, and exploring the outdoors.

Accounts Receivable

Caitlin Liebersbach

Caitlin is a small-town gal from Junction City, Oregon with a passion for problem-solving and an eye for detail. She began her office experience at Northwest Christian University as an Admissions Assistant. Later, she took on an Office Assistant position in a family-owned cabinet shop in Eugene, Oregon. There, she grew in her knowledge of invoicing, client and vendor relations, and accounts payable practices. Caitlin is excited to be building and expanding upon this knowledge at FPW Media. In her off-time, she enjoys traveling with her husband, being involved in the local theater company, and hosting a women’s group through her church.

Merch Manager

Tyler Chase

Tyler is a home-grown Oregon boy. Having been born in the state’s capital and spending the majority of his life in the Eugene area, he has grown pretty biased to all things Pacific Northwest. When he’s not focused on the merchandise division of FPW, he can often be found cruising a back road on his motorcycle, out on a hike with his family, or doing some woodworking around his garage. Tyler has a background in corporate insurance sales, where he learned that no client is too large or too small to build a lasting relationship with, and he has carried this mindset into his role in the Merch division.

Senior Embroidery Operator

Samantha Whitman

Born and raised in California, Samantha first visited Oregon during a family vacation in 2006. During that trip, she fell in love with the state and all it has to offer, and she decided to call it home. Samantha worked as an Embroidery Machine Operator for five years before transitioning into the mental health field. She was inspired by her brother—who passed away during his time serving in the military—to give back as he did, helping those who are unable to help themselves. This led her to work as a Medication Technician Supervisor for the next five years. Later, Samantha felt drawn to return to the creative industry, joining FPW Media to further her education and experience in embroidery. In her free time, she enjoys gardening outdoors, watching documentaries, and painting. Out of all her achievements, she considers her son to be the greatest.

Merch Logistics Specialist

Nick Golden

Nick was born in San Diego, California, but raised in Southern Oregon. He spent the beginning years of his life in Klamath Falls but moved to Eugene right after High School. Nick then attended the University of Oregon where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing. With his outgoing personality, over the years, Nick has also developed excellent customer service skills. Having two years of prior work experience in shipping/receiving and multiple customer facing jobs, he found his way to FPW. In his spare time, Nick loves spending time with family and friends, watching sports, and doing any sort of outside activity.

Merch Logistics Specialist & Jr. Embroidery Operator

Kahlil Dunaway

Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Khalil moved all the way to Eugene, Oregon with his family when he was only five years old. Khalil studied Business at the University of Oregon and Portland State University, focusing on Entrepreneurial Business. Khalil’s creative and entrepreneurial spirit inspired him to work in professional recording studios on his own, recording vocals and playing the keyboard, as well as working with other artists. This background led him to join FPW Merch, where he handles shipping and receiving as well as embroidery assistance. In his free time, he continues to write, produce, and perform his own music and also designs cut and sew clothing.

Films Lead

Austin Myers

Austin was born in Washington, D.C., and spent much of his youth moving to a new state or country every three years. By high school Austin’s family had finally settled in California’s beautiful central coast, where he was inspired to develop his cinematography skills. Academic video production assignments would often rapidly transform into passion projects, and crafting submissions for local film festivals became a common pastime. Dreams of attending film school at USC and his love of the art were ultimately placed on the backburner as he pursued more practical interests at Northern Arizona University. He eventually returned “home,” deciding to spend the next two years completing Arabic language prerequisites for graduate school and using the stunning coastline as a backdrop for a successful real estate marketing business. Seeking experience with state-of-the-art equipment and a diverse client portfolio, Austin happily settled down at FPW Media in Eugene. In his free time he enjoys smoking meat, hiking, mountain biking, paddle boarding, driving, and embracing all that the PNW lifestyle has to offer. Regardless of the next avenue Austin travels down, film will always remain one of his major passions.

Videographer

Sabrina Zawierucha

Sabrina has been a PNW enthusiast ever since moving to Eugene, OR over a decade ago. After attending the University of Oregon to pursue her passion for storytelling, completing her BA in three years with a double-major in Journalism and Cinema Studies, Sabrina accepted her first job with a marketing firm. After a year without filmmaking, she realized pursuing a career in film and video production was a must. She packed-up her life in a few suitcases and flew off to Savannah, GA to earn her MFA in Film and Television Production from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). After a thrilling two years learning everything there is to know about film production, Sabrina is excited to be working with FPW Media in a constant pursuit of creative, captivating visual storytelling. When she’s not behind the camera or in the editing room, Sabrina enjoys exploring the great outdoors, performing at open mics with her guitar, and watching films.

VFX Artist

Brian Johnson

Brian was born in Eugene, Oregon, but has lived in several places throughout the U.S. and even spent six months in Tokyo, Japan, helping his older brother recover from a stroke. He’s held a myriad of jobs in his life, including bouncer, personal trainer, and 3D Forensics Animator. In the winter of 2007 he was asked to write a script for a low-budget horror film. As repayment he was made a co-producer and got to help out on set. This was where his film career began. Shortly after that he attended film school in New Mexico and produced several short films, including an award-winning SciFi short film. After college he moved back to the Willamette Valley where he was hired by a local Ad Agency to produce local commercials, and eventually was hired as an editor for the network reality television show, Graveyard Carz. Today, he is immersed in helping to create a 3D, VFX, and Animation department for FPW. Outside of work, Brian loves spending time with his wife and two daughters, producing his own short and feature-length films, lifting extremely heavy objects, and, if time allows, he hopes to compete in amateur Strongman competitions in the very near future.

VFX Artist

Hector Lopez

Since I was a kid, I always wanted to be an engineer, building robots and making big machines come to life. Before I started college, I took a video game class and fell in love with 3D modeling. I worked on it every time I had a chance. Two years into college I had the opportunity to go to Vancouver Film School (VFS) where I took an intensive course on Digital Character Animations, there I discovered the difference between liking something and being passionate about something. After that I knew what I wanted to do for the rest of my life, whether it was for work or on my own, I will always want to be creating something new.

Account Manager

Katie Melton

A fourth generation Oregon native, Katie’s roots run deep in the Willamette Valley. Not moving far from home, she graduated with a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Oregon, afterwards pursuing a Masters in Business Administration with a focus on Sales Management. The adventure of life has driven Katie to explore many different industries, such as logging, oil, solar power, wine, and coffee. However, her career has always had a focus in business development and sales. Katie joined FPW Media after spending several years as a manager in the wine industry, and is excited to be on the team.