Expo 86 Design Co. is a boutique creative studio based in Murfreesboro, TN - specializing in Graphic Design, Illustration, 2D + Stop Motion Animation, and Motion Graphics.

Our key clients include the Music, Lifestyle, and Entertainment industries; from global brands to local mom & pop shops. We proudly bring the charm of a small team with the experience of fancy-schmancy agencies. (Yes, we said schmancy, and that’s that.)

We’re here to help brands find their creative voice through visual mediums.

Our ability to adapt our style while staying true to our own artistic goals and ethos is something we pride ourselves in.

Helping our clients connect with their audience is something we work hard to develop in truly meaningful ways that last beyond that first glance. At the end of the day, we love building relationships and creating something that wasn’t there the day before.

CONTENT.
BRANDING..
PACKAGING.
ILLUSTRATION.
MOTION.
ANIMATION.
SOCIAL.
IDEATION.

MEET THE TEAM

CHAD SUGG

PRINCIPAL DESIGNER • FOUNDER • DAD
Chad has been illustrating since he was about 4 (hand-drawn Ninja Turtles, of course), and professionally designing for the past 13 + years. While his background consists mostly of the music industry and screen printing, every bit of his human career has been underlined by design in some way. He’s the happy/proud/sleepy father of a 10 y/o, 8 y/o, 3 y/o, and 1/2 y/o, and is married to our Director of Operations. Chad loves Halloween & Christmas, and half of his life is a dizzying flurry of him trying to decide which is his absolute all-time favorite.

@CHADWSUGG
JULIA SUGG

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS • MOM
Julia has experience in the childcare and beauty industries - and as a graduate of Middle Tennessee State University with a major in Child Development and a minor in Office Management, she's a perfect fit for helping Expo 86 be a well-oiled-machine.

@_JULIASUGG
EXPO

TEAM MASCOT
Here to keep us all in line. Expo is the glue that holds this studio together.

@EXPO86CO

OUR SERVICES

Brand Identity.

Whether you’re a global brand, or a local newcomer - we’re passionate about creating brand identities (logos, palettes, typography, style guides) that leave a lasting impression.

2D Animation.

Inspired by classic cel animation, produced with modern techniques - our 2D animation specialties focus on short-form stories that make an impact visually and emotionally.

Package Design.

Mesmerized by package design ourselves, we love bringing a product to life through expressive, informative packaging. From concept to production, we’re always ready for the challenge of bringing something to the shelf.

Illustration.

Our illustration offerings are part of the foundation the studio was built on. With a wide range of adaptable illustration styles, we love finding the right fit for whatever a digital or print project might need to flourish.

Stop Motion Animation.

The magic of stop motion animation is a thrilling expression that we love translating into short-form ads or content that truly represents the brand or IP in a surprising & delightful way.

Advertising.

While we’re not ones to try to steal the spotlight, we definitely know what it takes to get noticed. Whether through print or digital, we know how to translate brand goals into a visual that will grab the attention it needs to thrive.

Maker Content.

Need scroll-stopping maker content to catch your followers’ attention? We’ve got extensive experience creating video content that wows and encourages audience interaction.

Motion Graphics.

In today’s world, motion graphics add a certain visual umph that helps elevate content, and we love bringing still imagery and text to live for brands in ways that can take the assets to new heights.

Product Graphics.

This is where Expo 86 got its start, and we’re proudly still creating in the space today! From Grammy-winning artists, to local mom & pop shops, we LOVE creating merchandising that reps the brand & stays on-trend with current styles.