Upstatement
Boston, Massachusetts
Upstatement is a Boston-based digital product & ux agency specializing in branding & identity and strategy, with clients including MIT, Harvard and ESPN.
Upstatement made its name redesigning how news looks on the web, and that editorial DNA still shapes the studio: clear systems, content that leads, and sites built to be run by real newsrooms and universities long after launch.
About Upstatement
Founded in 2008, Upstatement is a digital product & ux agency with offices in Boston, New York, Los Angeles and London. Its work also spans Branding & Identity and Strategy. Past clients include MIT, Harvard, ESPN, Nike, Etsy and PBS News.
Upstatement made its name redesigning how news looks on the web, and that editorial DNA still shapes the studio: clear systems, content that leads, and sites built to be run by real newsrooms and universities long after launch. The MIT.edu redesign drew public praise from Don Norman, which is about as good a usability review as a studio can get.
The client list spans higher ed, media and consumer brands like Nike and Etsy. Best suited to organizations with a lot to say and a lot of content to manage, who need brand and technology handled by the same team.
Specialties
At a glance
- Founded2008
- LocationsBoston, New York, Los Angeles, London
- Websiteupstatement.com
Best for
Upstatement is a good fit if you need:
- A website, app, or digital product
- A new brand identity or a rebrand
- Brand positioning and strategy
Notable clients
Frequently asked questions
Where is Upstatement located?
Upstatement is based in Boston, New York, Los Angeles, London.
What does Upstatement specialize in?
Upstatement focuses on Digital Product & UX, Branding & Identity and Strategy.
What brands has Upstatement worked with?
Upstatement's clients have included MIT, Harvard, ESPN, Nike, Etsy, PBS News and Vogue.
When was Upstatement founded?
Upstatement was founded in 2008.
Is Upstatement hiring?
Upstatement has no openings flagged in our latest review, but check its site for the current status.
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Profile last reviewed October 2026
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