Let us clarify some things for you.
Clarified Communications is Patrick and Evan, an agile two-person team with the network and resources of a large agency. We have a combined 25-plus years of experience in the media and publishing worlds, which means we’ve seen every kind of pitch, launch, business idea and brand you can think of. We know what works, what doesn’t, and what catches (and keeps) the attention of the people who matter.
PATRICK MAGEE
Creative Director
My career began interning in the art department at GQ before I transitioned into a leadership role as Assistant Creative Director for Stage Stores, where I managed visual teams and experiential campaigns for over 1,000 locations. Following that, I spent nearly a decade as the Creative Director of Houston CityBook. In that role, I led the visual identity of the luxury publication — conceptualizing covers, designing page layouts, and directing high-end fashion shoots to ensure a cohesive aesthetic across each issue.
In 2024, I co-founded Clarified to merge this big-brand rigor with an editorial lens. I now focus on helping entrepreneurs translate their vision into a sophisticated brand presence, drawing on experience in large-scale design and luxury publishing to tell stories that resonate. Send me an email here.
EVAN W. BLACK
Content Director
A writer-editor by trade and passion, I’m a wordsmith and storyteller at my core. My professional journey has taken me through the ranks of print and digital media in Houston, filtering through pitches and conceptualizing story ideas across platforms. I have a keen eye for detail, an uncanny knack for time-management, and a visceral reaction to bad grammar.
I cofounded Clarified to help businesses learn how to best tell their stories. With an acute understanding of how words and images work together, I deliver unique and powerful taglines, crisp copywriting, and cohesive messaging for brands. Send me an email here.