Roots
CLIENT
Content, Commercial Production, Fashion
SERVICES
Rooting for Canada Since 1973.
Northern Athletics
Bringing to life the Roots Northern Athletics Collection (2024) in lead up to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
In the heart of nature's vast expanse, where the mountains touch the sky, lies our ultimate training ground. Showcasing Roots as an outfitter for Canadians, with an emphasis on bringing us together in the wilderness. We centre our attention on venturing into a quintessential Canadian wilderness locale, evoking a sense of rugged beauty and raw authenticity.
CREDITS
Lead agency: CRUEL
Director: @macsiwocha
Creative Director/Photographer: @joey_saturday
Art Director: @janeespiritu
Executive Producer: @jackthomasroy
DOP: @steventsinokas
Image Director/Stylist: @micahcameron
Editor: @steventsinokas
Retouching: @domlisi
Hair/ Makeup: @iamwinliu
Talent: @celeste.pomerantz
Talent: @flywithpedro
CRUEL is a marketing agency located in Toronto’s garment district, we explore contemporary themes across commerce and culture, unroot deeper strategic narratives, and foster stronger connections through direct marketing, experience design, and integrated creative services. Founded in Montreal in 2013 as a university lifestyle platform, CRUEL quickly became a hub for young people to connect through events and social media. By 2015, it transformed into a full-service marketing agency, leveraging insights into youth culture to help brands thrive. Over the years, CRUEL has delivered award-winning campaigns developing experiential strategies for global brands. Known for blending creativity, technology, and grassroots authenticity, CRUEL bridges online and offline experiences to create impactful, human-centered connections that drive real world results. CRUEL makes digital interactions feel more human and real-world experiences more personal.
Direct Marketing
Product Sampling
Logistics Management
Staff Recruitment and Training
Community Management
Strategy and Channel Planning
Strategic Partnerships
Negotiation and Contracting
Sponsorship Framework
Sponsor Activations
Valuation and Measurement
Experience
Experience Design
Activation Development
Installations and Pop-Ups
Event Production
Retail Environments
Property Representation
Technology Integrations
Creative
Research and Insights
Brand Stewardship
Content Production
Commercial Photography
Motion Design
Brand Identity
Art Direction
Illustration
Graphic Design





































