Wonderhorse Welcomes a Unicorn

Tyler Johnson brings his innovative creative vision back to Duluth.Forget ordinary. Wonderhorse has just landed a rare difference-maker. The creative agency, known for its transformative rebrand in July 2024, is proud to announce the arrival of Tyler Johnson as Creative Director, signaling a significant step forward in the agency’s commitment to delivering exceptional creative work in Duluth.Wonderhorse has become the hub for creative talent, cultivating an environment where groundbreaking ideas are not just welcomed, but expected. Owner Dan Litman and his team have built a culture that prioritizes individual growth and client success, creating a space where only the most ambitious projects thrive.Seeking to strengthen its position as a leader in brand strategy and development, the agency set out to hire a creative leader with a unique and exceptional skill set.Enter Tyler Johnson, boundary-pushing local designer known for his thought-provoking insights and determination to achieve the most memorable, action-inducing creative.Tyler previously worked with the Wonderhorse team from 2015-2018 as a Graphic Designer. Between then and now he worked at Swim Creative in Duluth as an Art Director and for the past two years has been an impactful part of Malley Design in Minneapolis as Senior Designer.Along with being involved in local projects, his experiences range from working with former NFL players in Florida to mountain bike companies in the Pacific Northwest and East Coast, equipping him with diverse insights to bring to the wonderhorse team, ensuring every final product is distinct and noteworthy.Even with projects taking him across the country, reconnecting with his local community and helping businesses within it thrive had recently been on his mind. While receiving numerous opportunities to come back and work closer with the Duluth community, none felt quite right until Wonderhorse approached him to join the team as Creative Director.“I admire how the company has reimagined and restructured itself over the last few years,” Tyler said. “They’ve undergone several intentional changes with the goal of creating a vibrant work culture. There is a huge emphasis on work-life balance and genuine camaraderie. I think over the next couple years it will be known more as a career destination for those who want to do well and live well.”Tyler’s keen eye to detail and design along with his range of experience with various industries makes him a strong asset, not only to the team at Wonderhorse but also all clients and the community that will benefit from his talents.“Tyler’s energy and passion for creativity is contagious, he’s a ray of sunshine,” said Dan. “He is a dedicated person and free spirit whose character rubs off on everyone he interacts with - coworkers, clients, and friends alike. His innovative mindset paired with his camaraderie-building leadership style is the winning combination wonderhorse thrives with.”When it comes to building upon the work and relationships wonderhorse has created, Tyler is ready to jump right in to continue raising the standard of compelling branding and marketing the team achieves for clients.“Wonderhorse has been quietly churning out some of the best marketing work in our area over the last few years,” Tyler said. “I’m looking forward to building upon that by bringing my unique background, expertise, and insights. We’re moving into a new era as a company and I’m really inspired by the potential that’s ahead of us.”Wonderhorse is a full-service marketing agency, specializing in projects ranging from content marketing to media implementation to branding. With capabilities in strategy, planning & execution, creative, and web services, the team of seven work with local, regional, and international clients big and small. Learn more and become inspired by visiting wonderhorse.com - where creativity reins.

Tyler Johnson brings his innovative creative vision back to Duluth. Forget ordinary. Wonderhorse has just landed a rare difference-maker.

The creative agency, known for its transformative rebrand in July 2024, is proud to announce the arrival of Tyler Johnson as Creative Director, signaling a significant step forward in the agency’s commitment to delivering exceptional creative work in Duluth.Wonderhorse has become the hub for creative talent, cultivating an environment where groundbreaking ideas are not just welcomed, but expected. Owner Dan Litman and his team have built a culture that prioritizes individual growth and client success, creating a space where only the most ambitious projects thrive.

Seeking to strengthen its position as a leader in brand strategy and development, the agency set out to hire a creative leader with a unique and exceptional skill set. Enter Tyler Johnson, boundary-pushing local designer known for his thought-provoking insights and determination to achieve the most memorable, action-inducing creative. Tyler previously worked with the Wonderhorse team from 2015-2018 as a Graphic Designer.

Between then and now he worked at Swim Creative in Duluth as an Art Director and for the past two years has been an impactful part of Malley Design in Minneapolis as Senior Designer. Along with being involved in local projects, his experiences range from working with former NFL players in Florida to mountain bike companies in the Pacific Northwest and East Coast, equipping him with diverse insights to bring to the wonderhorse team, ensuring every final product is distinct and noteworthy. Even with projects taking him across the country, reconnecting with his local community and helping businesses within it thrive had recently been on his mind.

While receiving numerous opportunities to come back and work closer with the Duluth community, none felt quite right until Wonderhorse approached him to join the team as Creative Director. “I admire how the company has reimagined and restructured itself over the last few years,” Tyler said. “They’ve undergone several intentional changes with the goal of creating a vibrant work culture.

There is a huge emphasis on work-life balance and genuine camaraderie. I think over the next couple years it will be known more as a career destination for those who want to do well and live well.” Tyler’s keen eye to detail and design along with his range of experience with various industries makes him a strong asset, not only to the team at Wonderhorse but also all clients and the community that will benefit from his talents.

“Tyler’s energy and passion for creativity is contagious, he’s a ray of sunshine,” said Dan. “He is a dedicated person and free spirit whose character rubs off on everyone he interacts with - coworkers, clients, and friends alike. His innovative mindset paired with his camaraderie-building leadership style is the winning combination wonderhorse thrives with.

”When it comes to building upon the work and relationships wonderhorse has created, Tyler is ready to jump right in to continue raising the standard of compelling branding and marketing the team achieves for clients. “Wonderhorse has been quietly churning out some of the best marketing work in our area over the last few years,” Tyler said. “I’m looking forward to building upon that by bringing my unique background, expertise, and insights.

We’re moving into a new era as a company and I’m really inspired by the potential that’s ahead of us.” Wonderhorse is a full-service marketing agency, specializing in projects ranging from content marketing to media implementation to branding. With capabilities in strategy, planning & execution, creative, and web services, the team of seven work with local, regional, and international clients big and small.

Learn more and become inspired by visiting wonderhorse.com - where creativity reins. ]]>.