Marketing and Communications Services for Hawaii Public Agencies

We partner with public agencies across Hawaiʻi to deliver professional marketing and communications services that are compliant with government contracting requirements, culturally grounded, and conscientious of the communities you serve.

HAWAII-BASED

HIePRO REGISTERED

HRS 103D COMPLIANT

TOP-RATED SERVICE

Your Communications Partner

Dependable Support for Hawaii Public Agencies

Government teams need more than a vendor—they need a partner they can rely on. We work alongside Hawaiʻi State and County agencies to deliver consistent, high-quality communications without adding to your workload. Our process is structured, responsive, and aligned with government expectations for accountability and professionalism.

Clear communication and responsive project management
Consistent delivery aligned with agency timelines
Compliant with government procurement contract guidelines

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What we deliver

Marketing & Communications Services

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    Web Design & Optimization

    • Professional designs built for clarity and public trust
    • ADA-compliant web design
    • Mobile-responsive user experience
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    Logos & Visual Identity

    • Professional logo design and brand development
    • Visual identity systems (color palettes, typography, graphic elements)
    • Brand and style guides for consistency across teams and vendors
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    Social Media Management

    • Public-facing, strategic messaging and engagement
    • Content creation and scheduling across platforms
    • Ad campaigns and reporting
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    Public Outreach & Campaigns

    • Community awareness campaigns
    • Program promotion (grants, services, initiatives)
    • Recruitment campaigns for public sector roles
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    Print & Digital Collateral

    • Flyers, brochures, and signage
    • Annual reports and presentations
    • Branded templates for internal and external use
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    Media Relations & Content Writing

    • Press releases and agency announcements
    • Media distribution
    • Public meeting materials
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Why work with us?

The Kamaʻāina Advantage

Effective public communication in Hawaiʻi requires cultural awareness, local knowledge, and respect for the communities being served. As a locally owned and operated agency, we are responsive and share a genuine stake in how government communicates with the people of Hawaiʻi.

Rooted in Hawaiʻi — We understand Hawaiʻi's multicultural communities, local values, and the nuances that matter when communicating on behalf of a public agency.

Experienced — More than a decade of professional marketing and communications experience in the public sector.

Clear Communication — We are responsive and keep you informed every step of the way. You'll always know where your project stands.

Community Committed — We donate 1% of our net profits to local nonprofits. When you partner with us, you help give back to the community.

Case Study

Communications Package for County of Hawaii OSCER 

We partnered with the County of Hawaiʻi Office of Sustainability, Climate, Equity & Resilience (OSCER) to develop a comprehensive communications package from the ground up including:

A full marketing assessment
Community stakeholder research
Custom print design system
Branded templates

Infographic posters
Animated explainer videos

Community interview videos
Professional photography repository

The result: a cohesive, campaign-ready communications infrastructure built to serve Hawaiʻi Island's diverse communities.

Our Process

How we work with public agencies

We understand that government projects require structure, documentation, and accountability. Our process for every project follows a step-by-step approach to develop solutions that are effective and compliant. 

01. Discovery Call

We start with a free consultation to understand your agency's needs, scope, and timeline.

02. Scope & Proposal

We deliver a clear written proposal with defined deliverables, timelines, and pricing.

03. Contracting

We work within your procurement requirements, including professional services contracting under HRS 103D.

04. Execution

We deliver your project on scope and on schedule, keeping you informed every step of the way.

05. Review & Delivery

We review and deliver files, assets, and deliverables along with training and documentation to ensure your team is ready.

06. Ongoing Support

We provide continuing strategic and technical support after final delivery should you need it.

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

"Our office had an outstanding experience working with Huakaʻi Creative on a comprehensive communications package. From the very beginning, Chris was thoughtful, knowledgeable, and deeply respectful of place-based and cultural context. He led a streamlined research and engagement process that included reviewing our existing materials and listening carefully to staff, community members, and cultural practitioners to ensure our messaging felt grounded and authentic.

Despite an incredibly tight timeline, Chris delivered far above expectations. He produced a wide range of high-quality creative assets (including custom icons, photo libraries, print collateral, branded templates, infographics, educational materials, illustrations and digital content) while maintaining consistency, clarity, and cultural integrity across everything. The final products were not only visually strong, but also practical, adaptable, and easy for our team to use long-term.

Chris was exceptionally easy to work with: responsive, organized, and flexible. He consistently met deadlines, incorporated feedback seamlessly, and went above and beyond to ensure the final deliverables truly supported our mission."

— Molly D., Hawaiʻi County Office of Sustainability, Climate, Equity, and Resilience (OSCER)

Project Inquiry

Request a Capability Statement or Project Discussion

Start the conversation by sharing a brief overview of your agency’s needs. We’ll follow up with relevant experience, availability, and next steps aligned with your timeline and procurement process.

Public Agency Form

Prefer to talk first?

If you’d like to discuss your project or ask questions, you can schedule a call at a time that works for you.