Why Media South


Media South is a one-stop shop for custom graphic design and editorial content, visual identity and branding, website design and development, and marketing communications and strategy. At Media South, we design and develop solutions that bring your company’s message to life and get you noticed.

Media South was founded in 1996 by Barbara Penland and Ken Smith, former executives at the publishing powerhouse Whittle Communications. During their tenure at Whittle, Penland and Smith participated in more than 50 national publication launches, and a complete revamp of Esquire magazine.

Media South offers experience without excess. Our national network of professional designers, photographers, writers, and editors allows us to combine senior-level talent with cost-effective execution. Whatever the project, we can assemble an experienced team uniquely suited to accomplish your objectives.

We'll help define the difference for you.

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Barbara Penland

President

Ken Smith

Creative Director

Lindsay Miller

Art Director

Anne Brogdon

Designer