Local Marketing Made Easy

Active Media specializes in graphic design, printing, and direct mail services. Our team is dedicated to bringing your vision to life through innovative and impactful print designs in our content-driven publications.

Our branding solutions are tailored to elevate your brand identity and leave a lasting impression. From social media to site design, we work closely with you to create a digital presence that reflects your unique story and resonates with your audience.

From business cards to brochures, our expertise in creating compelling marketing materials ensures your brand message is effectively communicated. We understand the power of print in making a memorable impact.

Your Partner in Local Advertising

In 2000, Matthew Nelson started Active Media with a simple idea: to help businesses in our community connect with their neighbors. Over the following 25 years, our impact has swelled to include more than 60 publications across 8 brands: Community Advantage Magazines, MOM Magazine, Lifestyle Magazines, Women in Business Magazine, The Clipper Times, The Mountain Times, Postcard Masters, and Community Coloring.

Just over 600,000 readers across the Portland Metro area and Southern Washington get Active Media content delivered to their mailboxes. Our brands are trusted by consumers living in towns and neighborhoods like Canby, Tigard, Lake Oswego, and Oregon City.

Our journey has been one of innovation and adaptation. Over the years, as marketing trends changed and digital platforms emerged, we didn’t just keep up—we embraced the shift. While our beautifully designed direct mail magazines remain a cornerstone of our services, we’ve expanded into the digital world. Now, we help businesses amplify their reach online with tools like social media campaigns and targeted digital ads, creating a comprehensive approach that works on every level.

Print & Digital
Advertising That Works

Imagine your business’s message delivered directly into the hands of homeowners in Lake Oswego or shared across social media platforms to engage audiences in Vancouver, WA. That’s the value we offer: local, targeted advertising that reaches the right people at the right time.

Print advertising in our magazines builds trust. When your ad appears alongside stories about the Canby farmer’s market or seasonal tips for Portland-area families, it feels personal and familiar. Residents flip through our pages to find local deals, community events, and businesses they can rely on.

Pair that with our digital marketing services, and you’ve got a winning combination. Together, print and digital campaigns maximize your visibility, ensuring your business is top of mind in your community.

Simple Solutions, Big Results

We believe marketing shouldn’t be complicated. With our “set it and forget it” ad solutions, we take care of the details so you can focus on what you do best—running your business. From designing your ad to delivering it to homes across West Linn, Sherwood, and beyond, we handle everything.

Our Promise to You

For over twenty five years, we’ve helped businesses in the Portland area build connections, grow their customer base, and tell their stories. Our focus has always been on delivering real value and results. Now, let us put our experience and passion to work for your business.

Ready to grow your business? Let’s start today!