Our Culture

At NEAR, we're not just a team—we're a group of curious, creative, and driven individuals who are constantly learning, growing, and supporting each other.

  • We embrace learning through challenges.

    We embrace learning through challenges.

    We see failure as part of the journey and success as something worth celebrating. We push boundaries, embrace feedback, and recognize great work.

  • Trust is everything

    Trust is everything

    We work remotely—and that works because we trust each other. Everyone at NEAR is empowered to take ownership and deliver their best, knowing they have a team behind them.

  • Growth means getting uncomfortable & going outside the comfort zone

    Growth means getting uncomfortable & going outside the comfort zone

    We challenge ourselves and each other to level up. It’s not always easy, but it’s always worth it—and no one does it alone.

  • We’re people-first. Always.

    We’re people-first. Always.

    We care about our team as humans, not just professionals. The lessons we learn here go beyond the workplace—they shape how we show up in life.

  • Clear, honest communication matters.

    Clear, honest communication matters.

    We value transparency, emotional intelligence, and the courage to speak up. Need help? Say so. Unsure? Ask. Struggling? Let’s talk.

  • We build as we grow.

    We build as we grow.

    We’re process-driven, but not rigid. We’re always evolving—and we welcome ideas that make us better. Everyone has a voice here.

  • Work-life balance matters

    Work-life balance matters

    We believe in doing great work without burning out. We support boundaries, encourage breaks, and promote sustainable success.

  • Independence is valued

    Independence is valued

    We don’t wait for permission—we try, we test, we figure things out. Independence is part of the DNA here, and growth follows action.

Our Story

Near Creative started out as a creative travel agency in 2016 with the goal of creating compelling travel videos to market them for brands online.

9 Years Later

Near Creative has now expanded to a full-blown digital creative marketing agency that works with multiple brands from different industries to create value-adding content that social media audiences want to consume, creating real marketing and sales results. 

Our services have grown to include influencer marketing, social media management, photo and video production, public relations, intimate events management, and creative content creation.

Pioneered by two headstrong Filipinas

Led by our founders Roxi & Erika, Near Creative has reached new heights with a client pool including Spotify, Shiseido, Shopee, and many more.

Managing the Philippines team remotely from Zurich & Berlin, Roxi & Erika have proven that the Filipino talent truly goes beyond borders.

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Read more about their remote leadership on Philstar here.

Our Life At Near

Hybrid Pros

At Near, we value the flexibility of remote work with co-working Wednesdays at Common Ground, 8 Rockwell. Our team is also able to work from around the world in Zurich, Berlin, or Bali, as long as we achieve the desired results.

Team Builders

Amidst working remotely, we make sure to allocate time for team-building and bonding through monthly company-wide lunches & activities.

World Travelers

Exploring not just the Philippines, the Near Team are global explorers through annual company trips abroad.

People-centric

Above all, we take care of the team. With a people-first mindset, we prioritize work-life balance and our physical & mental health. We then focus on growth and education to ensure we never stop learning!

Autonomy - We encourage the ability to work independently, confidently making decisions and taking ownership of tasks with minimal guidance or supervision from leadership.

What We Value

Emotional Intelligence - We prioritize fostering strong relationships within the company, with our clients, and with our partners, built on empathy and understanding.
Critical Thinking - We value the ability to analyze and define challenges, uncover their root causes, and develop effective solutions.
Positive Accountability - We encourage a culture of accountability, with a focus on solutions, and fostering a constructive workplace environment.
Customer Centricity - The commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of both internal stakeholders and external customers, ensuring a positive experience with the organization's services or products.
Results-driven - To achieve consistent impactful results, we value high performance standards, and being accountable for achieving business objectives.