About Mediabarn
A Strong Culture
A creative staffing agency that brings digital and staffing expertise together to help companies hire the right talent with more confidence.
Who We Are
Mediabarn Staffing is a division of Mediabarn, Inc., a consultancy with deep roots in creative, digital, and experience work. That broader foundation gives our staffing team a stronger understanding of the roles our clients need to fill and the work those teams are expected to deliver.
Our experience is informed by the larger Mediabarn ecosystem, which also includes Market Research and HCD consulting. That means we are not approaching hiring from a purely transactional staffing lens. We understand the disciplines, team structures, and working environments our clients are building across marketing, UX, design, digital, and related functions.
For companies hiring specialized talent, that difference matters. We are able to speak the language of the work, understand the nuance between roles, and help clients find people who are better aligned to both the position and the team.
Our Mission
Our mission is to help companies hire the right creative, marketing, UX, and digital talent with more focus, less guesswork, and a better overall experience. We are not just trying to fill openings quickly. We are trying to help our clients build stronger teams with people who can contribute in meaningful ways.
That means taking the time to understand what success actually looks like in a role, what kind of environment the person will be joining, and where the real hiring risks may be. In many cases, the challenge is not just finding talent. It is finding talent that fits the work, the pace, the culture, and the expectations of the team.
We aim to make that process easier on both sides. For clients, that means a more focused and informed hiring experience. For talent, it means clearer opportunities and a better chance of landing in the right role.
How We Work
Built On Creative And Digital Experience
A Little History
Founded in 2004, Mediabarn has grown with a clear focus on helping clients solve creative, digital, and experience-related challenges with the right people and the right support. Over time, that broader foundation has shaped the way our staffing team works and the kinds of roles we are best equipped to fill.
Because Mediabarn’s roots extend beyond staffing alone, our team brings a stronger understanding of the disciplines clients are hiring for and the business context those hires need to support. We have worked alongside organizations building marketing teams, digital products, UX initiatives, research programs, and creative functions, which gives us a more informed perspective on the talent those teams require.
That history also helps explain why Mediabarn is different from a typical generalist staffing firm. We are not simply matching keywords to resumes. We understand the work behind the job title, the overlap between adjacent disciplines, and the kinds of team dynamics that can make a hire successful or unsuccessful.
Today, that experience continues to shape the way we support clients in Washington, DC and beyond. Our goal is to bring the same mix of perspective, focus, and practical hiring support that has defined Mediabarn’s work for more than two decades.
What We Stand For
We believe better hiring comes from looking broadly and evaluating talent thoughtfully. That means reducing unnecessary barriers, widening access to qualified candidates, and helping clients build stronger teams through fair, merit-based hiring practices. Our recruiting approach is designed to support equal opportunity, stronger candidate experiences, and better hiring outcomes.
Perspective is Essential
Fair & Thoughtful Hiring
People Are What We're All About
Community Involvement
Relationships matter to us, and we make it a priority to stay engaged in the creative, UX, and digital communities we recruit from. We believe strong communities fuel better ideas, stronger networks, and more meaningful opportunities for both clients and talent. Over the years, we’ve supported and stayed connected to organizations including UXPADC, UXPA International, AMA, NoVaUX, SDN, IDEO, DSC, AGL, and more. We encourage you to check out some of their upcoming events, and we look forward to meeting you!
We Always Do The Right Thing
Honesty & Ethics
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If you’re looking for freelance, contract, or full-time opportunities, visit our jobs page to browse current openings and learn more about the roles we’re hiring for.