Independent by design. Inspired by trust.
Bosun is the brand-new, 25-year-old Atlanta-based advertising agency that has been independently owned since 2000. Originally launched as the founder-led firm Frederick Swanston, the agency has evolved into a crew-powered, strategy-led team that helps clients cut through the sea of noise to connect with impact and clarity. Known for courageous ideas, sharp thinking, and a caring client approach, Bosun partners with regional and national brands across industries.

Sharp looking bunch, right? Join us. If you’d like to work for an agency that puts clients first, we’d love to chat.

After 25 years as Frederick Swanston, we raised a new flag. Bosun isn’t just easier to spell, it’s a better crew-powered fit for who we’ve become.
Still fiercely independent. Unshackled by holding companies. Built to move fast, think bold and steer straight.
Reinvention isn’t a phase. It’s our operating system. Because our clients don’t stand still, neither do we.

Brand Strategy & Planning

Data-driven and strategic-minded, we uncover what matters most to your audience. And build strategy that makes every message hit harder.

Creative Development & Production

Founded by creatives, and it shows. Our award-winning ideas go beyond the expected to create bold, category-challenging work that works.

Web Design & Deployment

Our development is in-house and strategy-led. That means fast, flexible and high-performing sites built to look sharp and work smarter.

Omnichannel Media Planning & Buying

Full transparency. Real goals. Smarter targeting. We deliver clear strategy, clear pricing and clear results across every channel.

Bill Swanston

Founder, President

Scott Frederick

Founder, Creative Support Director

Steven Vivian

Media Director

Monica Arms

Senior Account Director

Tony Staffiero

Director of Digital Strategy

Caitlin Kinney

Senior Account Director

Gloria Kubik

Controller

Kay Davis

Director of Culture & Engagement

Please welcome our newest captain of the creative crew, Simon Candy, Executive Creative Director. An Art Director by trade, he began his career in London, later bringing his creative leadership to New York City and finally to Atlanta. Now Simon’s onboard and ready to rock our boat.

Father to two boys, Silas & Arlo
Pet papa to two dogs, Ziggy Stardust and Jellybean Poodleface
Designed one-of-a-kind sneaker to match a one-of-a-kind Bentley
Once found a dead body

Ready to make waves?