Marcus Graves

Hello!

I'm MARCUS GREAVES, Creative Strategist. Storyteller. Brand Collaborator.

From sports anchor to brand creative, I use storytelling, strategy, and vision to connect  audiences with powerful ideas.

Purpose & Passion

I’m a creative director and brand strategist with a passion for authentic storytelling. Drawing on my experience as a Division I athlete and eight years in TV broadcasting, I craft content and campaigns that connect brands, culture, and communities. My work focuses on creating meaningful stories that inspire real connection and move people to care.

FEATURED WORK

Creative

The Making of a Wilson Football

Roles: Director · Writer · Talent · Editor

The Wilson football is iconic — the stitching, the leather, the feel. But few people know what it takes to build one. Alongside Jake Garegnani, I went step-by step through the process of handcrafting the very ball that’s helped shape the game for generations.

Creative

The Heart of Southeast San Diego

Roles: Director · Writer · On-Camera Talent · Producer

Coach Jeff Harper has seen firsthand what violence can do to a kid, a team, and a community. As head coach of Lincoln High School boys’ basketball, he’s made it his mission to keep kids in the gym and off the streets — using basketball as a tool for transformation.

Brand Partnerships

Viva 8 Vegas | Jake, Marcus and Jeff in Las Vegas for Super Bowl 58

Developed the Viva 8 Vegas campaign — delivering the Super Bowl experience virtually through immersive content around food, events, and football culture.

marketing

Marcus Minutes – Signature Sports Segment

Spearheaded the creation and branding of Marcus Minutes, a signature segment for CBS’s Final Quarter sports show. This innovative platform generated a 25% increase in viewer retention and secured sponsorship revenue within the first quarter.