Rachel Ford, Art Director
Kyle Ford, Photography Director
Founded in Brooklyn and now flourishing in Tampa Bay, Ford Media Lab is a powerhouse creative studio specializing in AI-enhanced visual content for premium brands. What started as simple cocktail photography has evolved into a full-service creative force, earning us recognition as one of Adweek’s 100 Fastest Growing agencies.
Led by the dynamic duo of Rachel Ford (Art Director) and Kyle Ford (Photography Director), we blend technical excellence with creative innovation. Our expertise in spirits and beverage photography has expanded into a comprehensive suite of visual solutions powered by cutting-edge AI technology.
Technical Mastery Meets Creative Vision
Full-service production from concept to completion
In-house design, styling, and set construction
Studio and location shooting capabilities
Professional retouching and post-production
We create in our state-of-the-art studio, equipped with:
Hasselblad X System for unrivaled color depth and resolution
Profoto lighting for legendary accuracy
Sony FX3 Cinema Line for cinematic motion content
Advanced AI integration for unlimited creative possibilities
Ford Media Lab by Katie Merz
We value…
Innovation.
We disrupt the status quo by applying new thinking to age-old marketing challenges.
Excellence.
We don’t just meet expectations – we set new standards with every project.
Purpose.
Every project starts with clear objectives, ensuring measurable results for our clients.
Collaboration.
Our success is measured by the success of our clients and their customers.