

Bandolier Media
Bandolier is a creative agency based in Austin, TX. We develop everything from social activations to branded entertainment, and work with clients on a project basis. We're also the agency behind Classic Dad and Unemployed Wine Guy.
News
Bandolier Media started with two guys goofing off on social media. It's now one of the most disruptive agencies in America.
When @justaconstructionguy took off on Instagram, the account really took off. The story goes that a teenage girl (@barbzlovescarbs on Twitter) posted a screenshot of her dad’s new Instagram account in April of 2019, claiming he became an “influencer” to prove to her he could do it. He went from 75 followers to more than 400,000 in five days because the story behind it was fun to tell. The Instagram account was also clever.
Work

Jeppson’s Malört: I Malörted
Jeppson’s Malört, the bitter liquor that’s become a Chicago dive-bar phenomenon for how bad it tastes, is embracing its hard-to-love reputation. A campaign breaking on social media this week from Bandolier Media frame…

Old Milwaukee Nods to "Eternal" Fridges
To highlight the fact that Old Milwaukee is a timeless classic, the brand paid homage to another hard-working, timeless classic: the garage fridge. The campaign included social and influencer content. …

"North Pole" Claymation Commercial
What happens when elves clog the toilet at the North Pole? Roto-Rooter comes to the rescue to save Christmas in this endearing and timeless holiday spot.
Specialties
Awards
Award |
Year |
Project |
Role |
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Small Agency Of The YearSilver Southwest2019
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2019 | Ad Age | Advertising Agency |
Small Agency Of The YearSilver Southwest2020
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2020 | Ad Age | Advertising Agency |
Small Agency Of The YearGold Southwest2021
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2021 | Ad Age | Advertising Agency |