THE IMAGE CARTEL
It’s How The Stars Get Mass Appeal
About The Image Cartel
The Image Cartel is a comprehensive image management service for the entertainment
industry. Through this service, we assist our clients in developing and maintaining a marketable image. Once established, we assist them in successfully communicating that image to their public, in turn, increasing their success. To achieve this, we work diligently with our client’s agent and management teams to identify, define and facilitate their image goals and objectives.
Image Makeovers
Whether your look needs maintaining, upgrading, polishing or a major revamp, The Image Cartel can make a positive transformation to your physical and/or public image.
Strategic Public Relations Planning & Management
Utilizing public relations strategies, we develop plans to increase visibility, awareness and usage of your product or service. We can revamp your image, manage crisis, and shape your public image to achieve favorable outcomes. This may include creating comprehensive media kits, EPK’s, media releases, ensuring well attended events, managing public appearances, writing speeches, attracting media attention and managing all other public relations activities.
Interviewing, Public Speaking and Media Training
Whether responding to media inquiries or public concerns, publicly speaking at community or private events, we can prepare you to appear confident and communicate successfully to your audience.
Personal Shopping and Custom Wardrobe
We can locate hard to find pieces, revamp your wardrobe, prepare you for special events, design custom suits and unique, one of a kind garments to keep your image solid.
Concierge Services
Special & private requests can be arranged for you with confidence and confidentiality.
Davina Douthard, Inc. Davina Douthard, Inc. (DDI) is a leading image management firm specializing in consulting for the entertainment and corporate markets as well as private individuals. Established in 1991, DDI has worked with many prestigious organizations worldwide including Sebastian International, Capitol Records, Cirrincione Associates, Arista Records, RCA Records, Silverbird Entertainment of West Africa. Often mistaken for a fashion stylist, Douthard’s job involves a greater scope of responsibilities. “My primary duty is to determine what image tools my clients need in order to achieve their goals, then I assist them in achieving it”. Equipped with an education in Public Relations from UCLA and Organizational Leadership from Chapman University, Douthard supports the design and implementation of publicity and marketing campaigns, interviewing & public speaking skills and other strategies to assist clients achieve success.
Corporate Office: 1601 N. Sepulveda #527 Manhattan Beach CA 90266 P (310) 540-5120 F (310) 540-5258 www.TheImageCartel.com www.davinadouthard.com
Recording Artists
Artist & Repertoire (A&R) is not what it used to be. The days when artist were groomed to become the mega stars they knew they could be, no longer exists. Stars used to be trained on how to look, how to act, where to be seen and whom to be seen with. With the ever evolving responsibilities of the major record labels, artists are expected to do this on their own. The Image Cartel can help. Embracing the concept of Motown, we can act as your personal A&R team, helping you develop strategic plans for shaping the most viable image and garnering the greatest visibility needed to increase your stardom.
Athletes
You’ve spent the majority of your life dedicating yourself and time to conditioning and training to become the professional athlete you are today! Now that you have made it into “The Professional World of Sports,” everyone is expecting you to know how to play the corporate game. But wait, no one has taught you how to play that game and it certainly was not in the play book. You are expected to dress, act and behave a certain way, speak publicly at media and community events, position and align yourself with the right people so you can get the product endorsements you deserve. The Image Cartel can help you learn the tricks of the trade and develop and polish your image so that you can solidly plant your feet and make your mark in the world as the elite and memorable athlete that you are. In addition, we can help you establish yourself in your post-career so that you can continue the lifestyle you’ve become accustomed to and are worthy of.
Actors
All you ever wanted was to become a successful actor. To hone your craft and be respected for your skillful performances. But now that you’ve launched your career, you’ve discovered that there is more to acting than just acting. You have to have photos that distinguish you from the rest of the thousands of pictures that cross the director’s desk. You have to be seen at all the right places, know all the right people and on top of that, you have to always dress to thrill! The Image Cartel is your savior. We can help you develop an image that will stand apart from the competition, position you to be seen at all the right places and help you to align yourself to become the next Hollywood Mega-Star.
Leaders & Executives As a leader you are responsible for inspiring the growth and prosperity of the organization that you represent. You have to deliver inspiring speeches to your constituents in tough economic times, address verbal assaults with grace and charm and perform miracles during crisis management to ensure your organization comes out smelling like roses. Understanding your leadership style, whether it is transformational, charismatic or another style, we can help to make this journey successful. The Image Cartel can help you define and shape your image into one that will equal win/win results. From speech writing, article placements, special engagements and appearances or simply grooming your image to represent the type of image you intend to represent while enhancing your image as a leader in your community.
Creative Artists & Affiliates Are you a creative artist with impeccable style and ethics? If so, then we are looking for you! We are seeking hairstylists, makeup artists, fashion stylists, designers, photographers, fitness consultants, and public relations professionals to join our team. Please log on to www.theimagecartel.com and apply to become one of our new affiliates.
Testimonials “ I wish this comprehensive service was around when I was playing in the NBA. I could have maximized my 15 years in the league and increased my post NBA success.”
-Olden Polynice, Former NBA Player Playing for Utah Jazz, Sacramento Kings, Seattle Supersonics, Detroit Pistons & the Los Angeles Clippers.
“Davina delivers! She knows how to bring out the best in anyone.”
-Vincent Cirrincione, Vincent Cirrincione Associates. Managing the careers of Halle Berry, Taraji P. Henson, Julie Benz, Jodi Lyn O’Keefe, John Hensley, Elise Neal, Ruben Santiago-Hudson and others.
“Davina knows how to connect the dots. Merging the desires of the management team, record label and the artist together to create a phenomenal image.” -Michelle LeFluer, ML Entertainment Management for Tia & Tamera Mowry,
Before Dark, Voices, Greg Curtis, Music Supervisor for Save The Last Dance, Consultant for BMG, RCA, Motown & Red Eye Entertainment.
“Davina has the ability to take multiple creative energies and make everyone understand their role, ensuring the outcome is outstanding! -Ron Graves, Hair Stylist to the Stars, Clients have included Eddie Murphy, Tisha Campbell,
Lalah Hathaway, Gerald Albright, Bebe Winans, B.B. King, Keith Sweat, AaronHall, New Edition, Bobby Brown and many more.
“Helping one to develop their leadership style is critical in a leadership position. Ms. Douthard’s ability to bring out the best in a leader is commendable.” -Aljahi Abdullahi Adamu, Former Nasarawa State Governor, West Africa
THE IMAGE CARTEL
It’s How The Stars Get Mass Appeal
Corporate Office: 1601 N. Sepulveda #527 Manhattan Beach CA 90266 P (310) 540-5120 F (310) 540-5258 www.TheImageCartel.com www.davinadouthard.com