who is The Conduite
“I created The Conduite to be a creative house—not a machine.”
I’m Natalie Rose Brandt, a multidisciplinary creative director, strategist, and brand builder based in New York. I founded The Conduite as a response to what I saw happening in the creative industry—agencies getting bigger and brands getting blurrier. Over the years, I’ve worked with global agencies, local start-ups, cultural icons, and emerging founders. But what I’ve always cared about most is the idea behind the brand—what makes people feel something. My job is to find that, and build everything around it.
natalie rose brandt
founder & creative director
Before launching The Conduite, I held roles at DDB Worldwide, Hearst Magazines, and Leon’s Bagels—leading design, creative direction, and brand strategy from the inside out. Over the past decade, I’ve partnered with brands across fashion, wellness, tech, food, and the arts, helping them clarify their vision and bring it to life with purpose and personality.
My approach is rooted in curiosity and clarity. Whether I’m building a brand identity, directing content, or shaping a campaign, I work with intention—to make people feel something and ensure every creative choice means something.
That’s why I built The Conduite as a boutique creative studio—intentionally small, highly collaborative, and rooted in meaningful work. I personally lead every project, ensuring creative consistency, clear direction, and hands-on communication from start to finish.
Depending on the scope, I tap into a trusted network of independent creatives—designers, developers, photographers, and writers—brought in thoughtfully to support each project’s unique needs. This flexible structure keeps things nimble, without compromising on quality or vision.
The Conduite is more than a studio—it’s a creative partner for brands seeking depth over trends, clarity over clutter, and thoughtful execution over one-size-fits-all. Whether you're launching something new or evolving something with history, we build with purpose and bring ideas to life with impact.
ready when you are.
From visual identity and brand storytelling to content and creative campaigns, I lead select projects each quarter with intention and impact.