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Who We Are

A values-driven, integrated digital agency founded in 2005. We’ve grown to 400 employees working virtually across the U.S. and IRL in Portland, Brooklyn, and Los Angeles.

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We’re committed to making Instrument a place where people can make the best work of their career — sustainably.

Life at Instrument



Our Values

People First
We are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We cultivate an environment of belonging where differences are not only respected, but valued.

Pursuit of Excellence
We’re not here to make work that is just average. We partner with incredible clients who allow us to do our best work, and they expect nothing less.

Growth Mindset
Each year, we grow in size, in capabilities and in cultural intelligence. This growth fuels the impact we can have for employees, our community, and clients.

Truth in Action
We apply our capabilities and resources towards a shared purpose of shaping a better future.

Meet Our Leaders

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Kara Place

Chief Executive Officer

JD Hooge

Founding Partner, Chief Creative Officer

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Coryna Sorin

Partner, Chief Operating Officer

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Phong Ho

Partner, VP Global Systems

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Nishat Akhtar

VP Creative

Leon Anderson

VP Production

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Stephanie Lanning

VP Business Development

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Rocky Clarke

VP Strategic Growth

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John Brown

VP Technology

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Tessa Baston

VP People Operations

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Laurel Burton

VP Staffing

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