Santa Monica, CA (July 1, 2009) – Baker | Brand Communications announces the addition of Tony Tharae as Design Director, Web and Video.

Tony brings extensive professional experience in all areas of the arts, including art direction, studio production, illustration, Web and multimedia design, information architecture, 2D and 3D animation and game design. Prior to joining Baker, Tony worked as an independent Web and multimedia designer and producer. His clients included Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, Condé Nast, MTV, VH1, Yahoo!, Sony, independent filmmakers, musicians and other artists. With a background in studio art and mechanical engineering, Tony practices a combination of art, science and intuition — three elements at the core of Baker’s working method.

As a member of the Baker team, Tony will develop websites, videos, motion graphics and other multimedia vehicles. Completed projects include Allergan’s corporate website, DABC Television Group’s culture video, and various other specialty and investor websites for CKE Restaurants, Allergan and Cephalon.

Gary Baker, Baker’s President and Executive Creative Director, comments: “Tony is a superb addition to our team. His expertise expands our ability to help clients reach diverse audiences through effective and creative use of technology and digital media.”

Santa Monica, CA (October 20, 2008) — Baker | Brand Communications announces the addition of Jessica Melnick as its newest Account Director.

A seasoned account services professional in the online and advertising arenas, Jessica previously spent time in San Francisco as an Account Supervisor at Young & Rubicam, Publicis Technology and Internet company, Lot 21, serving such clients as Bank of America, Pets.com, KBtoys and Blue Shield of California. Most recently, Jessica oversaw marketing at Nesting.com, a new parenting social networking website. She attended college at the University of California, Santa Barbara, completing a double major in Communications, and Law and Society.

At Baker, Jessica will oversee a variety of accounts, and online and offline activities, including brand strategy and development, corporate and marketing communications, advertising and media planning.

Gary Baker, President and Executive Creative Director at Baker, states: “We’re delighted to have Jessica on our team. Her deep Web, advertising and media planning expertise enriches what we offer our clients, and supports our multi-channel approach to building strong, memorable brands.”