Hello, Rapscallion!

John Dolan, Principal Strategist

About

I’m a global digital and brand strategist with a career built on helping ideas move.

Over the past two decades, I’ve led brand, content, and account strategy for organizations ranging from global entertainment companies to cultural institutions and community-driven initiatives. My work spans brand development, digital marketing, content management, and distribution, always focused on turning creative ambition into scalable, real-world impact.

I’ve partnered with some of the world’s most recognizable technology and media platforms, navigating complex stakeholder environments while ensuring work remains culturally relevant, operationally sound, and strategically aligned. Whether launching global campaigns, managing cross-functional teams, or building systems that enable content to scale, I specialize in bringing order, momentum, and clarity to complex challenges.

Rapscallion Creative is where that experience comes together, applying disciplined strategy, creative thinking, and leadership to brands and organizations of all shapes and sizes.

Based in Portland, Oregon.

What I Do

Rapscallion works across industries and categories, supporting teams who need both big-picture thinking and practical execution. Areas of focus include:

• Brand & Narrative Strategy
  Defining clear, compelling stories that align vision, voice, and value.

• Content Strategy, Management & Distribution
  Building systems and workflows that allow content to scale efficiently across platforms, partners, and markets.

• Digital & Go-to-Market Strategy
  Shaping campaigns, launches, and digital ecosystems that balance creativity with performance.

• Partnerships & Account Leadership
  Managing complex relationships between brands, platforms, and stakeholders to drive alignment and results.

• Creative & Strategic Advisory
  Providing senior-level guidance for teams navigating growth, change, or reinvention.