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Social Media Marketing / 2024

Lakeside Defense Increases Brand Engagement by 67%

Lakeside Defense wanted imagery that felt authentic—showcasing the confidence, precision, and responsibility that define its training programs.

Lakeside Defense Increases Brand Engagement by 67%

Brand Storytelling

Scope

3 Weeks

Time

120+ Edited Photos, Brand Film, Social Content

Deliverables

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Problem

Firearms training is built on trust, yet much of the industry’s marketing relies on dramatic visuals that overlook the people and purpose behind the instruction. The challenge was to create a body of work that felt professional, approachable, and true to the experience students receive.

Approach

We spent time understanding the instructors, observing the training environment, and identifying the moments that best represented the Lakeside Defense experience. Using a documentary-inspired approach, we captured genuine interactions, detailed instruction, and cinematic visuals that communicate confidence without sacrificing authenticity.

Solution

The final collection of photography and video assets provides Lakeside Defense with versatile content for social media, web, and future marketing efforts while reinforcing the professionalism and values at the core of the organization.

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