We are a creative agency composed of a small group of experts – each with our own specialties and decades of experience.

At Brave World Media we believe that no brand or destination message is successful without establishing an emotional connection with its audience. 

We specialize in social media development and management, as well as copywriting, and visual services through graphic design, branding, web development, video production, and photography. Through market research and analysis, we help elevate a brand’s market position and name recognition. Since our agency launch in 2017, we have helped our clients in creating the missing elements needed to elevate their brand and story. In turn, we have a track record that proves steady growth and increased brand recognition. We have also worked to help steer our clients’ online marketing messages and brand to one that prioritizes inclusivity, diversity in representation, as well as community outreach and engagement to best connect with global and local consumer demographics and the priorities that guide their spending and decision-making.

Brave World Media is a certified Woman-owned, Minority-owned business by the Empire State Development of New York State 

Carol Cain (she/her) – Principal / Founder​
Carol Cain built her career on telling stories that matter. As an award-winning travel writer with boots-on-the-ground experience across more than 40 countries and much of the United States, she developed a rare instinct for understanding what makes people, places, and brands genuinely compelling — and that instinct became the foundation of Brave World Media. Since launching the agency in 2017, Carol has led a body of work that spans brand identity, tourism campaigns, video production, packaging design, and content strategy. Her clients have achieved measurable growth in brand recognition, audience engagement, and market position — results that reflect both strategic clarity and creative excellence. The agency's work has earned industry recognition, and Brave World Media holds certification as a Woman- and Minority-owned business by New York State. With over 25 years of experience in communications, brand strategy, and marketing, Carol brings a global perspective and a proven ability to translate complex stories into campaigns that connect and convert. She has worked across regional, national, and international markets — and the through line in all of it is work that is authentic, effective, and built to last. Outside of the agency, Carol has volunteered as a Spanish-language interpreter for asylum seekers detained in the United States, bringing that same commitment to human connection beyond the boardroom.
Travis Cain (he/him) – Creative Director / Co-Owner
A graduate of the School of Visual Arts where he earned an MFA in Design, Travis has enjoyed a long career as a designer and creative director and has had the pleasure of working with clients such as: The Green Bay Packers, Sundance Channel, Penguin/Viking Books, MTV, Harley-Davidson Motorcycles, KidRobot, Trek Bicycles, Kiehl’s Since 1851, and Getty Images. His work has been honored by The One Club, The Art Director’s Club, ID Magazine, Graphis, Communication Arts, PRINT, HOW and the Cooper Hewitt Design Museum. His creative passion is a hobby too, where he spends most of his free time in his studio painting and inspiring his creative sons.
Bonnie Stinson (they/them) – Account Director / Strategist
Bonnie is an account director and strategist specializing in designing digital and in-person experiences that drive stakeholder engagement and brand growth. With a Master of Digital Media and nearly a decade of experience, she brings rigorous user research, strategic planning, and data-driven insight to every client engagement. Her focused approach to audience intelligence and content strategy has delivered meaningful, accessible consumer experiences for brands including GetJerry, Omnizant, and Giraffe Heroes Project.