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Q & A with Tassos Bareiss: Experience “Las Cruces, New Mexico”

Q: How did you find out about the Las Cruces Love song contest and what pushed you to enter? TB: I found out from a singer-songwriter friend, who found out about it from a local songwriting newsletter he was subscribed to.  I love writing songs, so I didn’t need much of a push to enter. […]

Meet the Love Song for Las Cruces Winner!

Love Song for Las Cruces winner: introducing Tassos Bareiss

NMCO Creative Studio, in collaboration with Visit Las Cruces, is thrilled to announce the winner of the Love Song for Las Cruces contest: Tassos Bareiss! The contest received over 40 song submissions from local artists across New Mexico, totaling over 2 hours of music.  NMCO Studio and Visit Las Cruces have a longstanding partnership “producing […]

The Video Image Pipeline

The Video Pipeline: Let Aaron show you the flow

Not everyone understands, or even needs to understand, just what it takes to capture and deliver high-quality images in a video production. There are multiple factors that contribute to aligning what the cameras see, what our monitors show us, and what the creative vision is for any given project. Here, we will outline our process […]

The [New] Rules of Design

The Ever-Changing World of Design: Learn all about it with Dana

It has never been truer that when it comes to style, there are no rules – the only rule is what works. In earlier eras, design principles were based on the goal to create a trustworthy and recognizable brand across the board. While many of those principles are still true, the new age of design is […]

Say Hello to NMCO’s Co-Founder and Creative Director

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Meet NMCO’s co-founder, creative director and North Star, Christina Ballew, AKA Tina! Once upon a time in 2012, Tina moved to New Mexico, the land of enchantment. Shortly after, she started her own small graphic design business which, with the help of her trusty co-founder, Lucky Gonzalez, soon grew and expanded, sprouting NMCO Media. Tina […]

Home for the Holidays

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As the world maneuvers through Covid19 NMCO wants to remind businesses and clients that although we are all maintaining social distancing, there are still plenty of opportunities to connect. While you are spending this year home for the holidays, NMCO has some fun tips for using technology to stay connected. Virtual EventThere are many perks […]

Gloom Be Gone!

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NMCO was on the scene, anxious, waiting, cameras rolling. It began when the sun set. A thunderous laugh emerged through Fort Marcy Park. Darkness began to take over and Old Man Gloom, better known as Zozobra began to unleash his despair upon the world. Eery music played and he lured the children of Santa Fe, […]

Color Your World with NMCO

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Let there be color! From pre-historic cave paintings to ancient Egypt, medieval Europe, the Renaissance, and to the modern age line and color have always been an outlet for stress release and expression. With advancements like chromolithography and the printing press advertising starts expanding in the 17th century. The first design agency later debuts in […]

3 Types of Agencies

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NMCO Media is a full house creative agency that provides stellar branding services for small businesses to corporate companies. Our unique agency allows developers, videographers, and designers to collaborate on the same studio floor, optimizing our talents and expertise to create one clear, cool marketing presence for businesses. But what kinds of “agencies” are out […]

NMCO Studio member, Kahlo

Kahlo

Door Greeter & Cookie Eater

Kahlo is our gentle, friendly, office pup! He loves his belly rubbed, sniffing absolutely everything, and hasn’t found a treat he wouldn’t eat! Be sure to say hi, he loves the attention!

NMCO Studio member, Annakat

Anna Kat Hollis

Senior Web Developer

Anna Kat is the driving force behind NMCO’s web development endeavors. With a sharp intellect, unwavering efficiency, and a keen eye for goals, she is the go-to expert for crafting everything from sleek landing pages to nationally acclaimed e-commerce sites. Anna Kat not only serves as your trusted web developer guide but also, if you look closely, you’ll notice she’s always impeccably color-coordinated with NMCO’s brand – a true testament to her attention to detail and commitment to the company’s image.

NMCO Studio member, Arron

Aaron Walterscheid

Video Specialist & Cinematographer

Meet Aaron, NMCO’s “Silent Assassin.” Despite his quiet demeanor, Aaron is an absolute powerhouse when it comes to videography, editing, color grading, drone operation, lighting, and crafting unforgettable cinematic experiences. His remarkable talent and expertise shine brightly, leaving an indelible mark on every project he touches.

NMCO Studio member, Dana

Dana Apodaca

Senior Graphic Designer & Art Director

Dana’s journey with NMCO has been nothing short of impressive, starting as a design intern and progressing to become a designer who now plays a pivotal role in assisting with art direction. Her dedication keeps our graphics department on track and ensures our processes are efficient and business-ready. Dana’s knack for creating identity systems has resulted in some of our most recognized work. And, if you’re fortunate enough to listen in, she’s consistently voted the best playlist in the studio.

NMCO Studio Co founder, Lucky

Lucky Gonzalez

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

When you have a wealth of creative content, you need someone like Lucky with 18 years of business experience to guide you on where to put it. He’s our media placement guru, with the expertise and know-how to maximize your impact. Whether it’s digital banner ads or broadcast TV, Lucky can take any budget and transform it into impressions and conversions. He’s dedicated to finding solutions for your unique challenges, making him an invaluable asset to our team.

NMCO Studio member, Tina

Christina Ballew

Founder & Chief Creative Officer

Tina, as a co-founder of NMCO, has been on a relentless mission to redefine creative services in the southwest. Building a creative studio from the ground up was a formidable challenge, but her vision and determination have transformed NMCO into a beacon of professionalism and innovation, known for its people-centric approach and out-of-the-box thinking. While she’s taken on nearly every role in the studio, Tina’s next ambition is nothing short of global. She’s poised to take on the world with her creative endeavors.