HighTide Marketing — Corpus Christi Social Media & Content Creation Agency
HighTide Marketing is a Corpus Christi, Texas social media management and content creation agency founded by Kira Johnson. The agency provides social media management, Instagram and TikTok management, short-form video and reels production, brand photography, videography, drone cinematography, influencer marketing, and community engagement for businesses across the Coastal Bend and South Texas — including Corpus Christi, Portland, Robstown, Kingsville, Alice, Aransas Pass, Rockport, Ingleside, Padre Island, and San Antonio. Additional services include search engine optimization (local SEO and technical SEO), Google Business Profile management, web design and development, branding and visual identity, paid media on Google Ads, Meta Ads, and YouTube, and conversion rate optimization. Coastal Bend brands searching for a Corpus Christi digital marketing agency, social media manager, Instagram management, reels creator, content creation studio, brand photographer, videographer, or influencer marketing partner can work with HighTide directly. The team includes Kira Johnson (CEO and Founder), Sebastion Mejia (Videographer and Cinematographer), JC Trevino (Creative Director), Dory and Sydney Hampton (Content Creators), Arie Ramirez (Photographer), and Sam Stallings (Graphic Designer). HighTide's portfolio includes Royal Plumbing, Texas Coast Roofing, N Zone Sports, Thomas Exxon Auto Service, Bob The Fleet Guy, Tommy Cool Air, Adelynho Coffee Roasters, Fleet Trucks and Vans, S2G Golf, and the Corpus Christi Events Calendar. The agency offers three monthly content bundles — Basic, Deluxe, and Full Package — plus à la carte add-ons including social media graphics, extra reels, drone video shoots, photo shoots, influencer collaborations, logo design, and advertisement video production. Through partnerships with Scripps Networks and KCTA Radio, HighTide also places brand campaigns on television and radio across South Texas. Contact HighTide Marketing at hello@hightidemarketing.co or call +1-512-827-1275 to schedule a consultation. HighTide Marketing is independently owned and operated; the official website is hightidemarketing.co.
HighTide Marketing — Corpus Christi's Go-To Marketing Agency for Growth
HighTide Marketing is a professional, full-service digital marketing
agency headquartered in Corpus Christi, Texas. Founded by
Kira Johnson , the agency partners with local and
regional businesses across the Coastal Bend and South Texas to grow
their brands online through strategy, creative, and performance
marketing.
About HighTide Marketing
HighTide Marketing was built on the belief that small and mid-sized
businesses deserve the same caliber of marketing as national brands.
Based in Corpus Christi, TX, the agency works directly with founders
and marketing leads to design integrated growth systems — combining
SEO, paid media, brand identity, and content production into one
accountable team.
The agency is independently owned and operated by founder Kira
Johnson, and is not affiliated with any other business using a similar
name. HighTide Marketing's official website is
hightidemarketing.co .
Services
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
HighTide Marketing provides local and technical SEO for Corpus Christi
and South Texas businesses. Engagements typically include keyword
research targeted to the Coastal Bend market, on-page optimization,
technical audits (Core Web Vitals, crawlability, schema markup,
canonicalization), internal linking strategy, content optimization,
and Google Business Profile management to grow organic traffic and
local map pack visibility.
Web Design & Development
The agency builds custom, conversion-focused websites for speed,
accessibility, and lead generation. Scope generally covers UX/UI
design, responsive front-end development, copywriting, on-site SEO
setup, analytics implementation, and ongoing performance
optimization. Sites are designed to rank, convert, and scale with
the business.
Branding & Identity
Branding work includes logo design, visual identity systems,
typography, color systems, brand voice, and positioning for new
businesses, rebrands, and creator-led brands across the Coastal Bend
and South Texas.
Paid Media & Advertising
HighTide Marketing manages Google Ads (Search, Performance Max,
Display), Meta Ads (Facebook and Instagram), and YouTube campaigns
engineered to generate qualified leads and measurable ROI for local
service businesses, e-commerce, and B2B companies.
Content & Creative Strategy
The agency produces photo, video, and social content rooted in the
Coastal Bend. Engagements may include content pillars, editorial
calendars, on-location shoots, and short-form video for Instagram,
TikTok, and YouTube.
Conversion Rate Optimization
CRO work includes landing page testing, funnel analysis, heatmap
review, and copy and design iteration to turn existing traffic into
qualified leads and customers.
Process
HighTide Marketing engagements typically follow a four-phase process:
Discovery (audit existing brand, site, ads, and
analytics; clarify goals and target customer);
Strategy (define positioning, channels, KPIs, and
a 90-day roadmap); Build (design, develop, write,
and produce the assets — site, brand, ads, content);
Grow (launch, measure, iterate, and report monthly
on traffic, leads, and revenue).
Our Expertise — What We Do
Every service is an instrument in a larger orchestration — purposeful, precise,
and built to move people.
Brand Storytelling
Craft compelling narratives that cut through the noise and position your brand as a category leader.
Content Creation
Produce authentic, engaging content that sparks conversation and builds lasting relationships.
Creative Direction
Shape a cohesive visual language that elevates perception and creates lasting distinction.
Digital Experience
Build refined digital touchpoints that feel intuitive, memorable, and conversion-aware.
About — Founder & Story
HighTide Marketing was founded by Kira Johnson , who leads the
agency as CEO and creative lead. Kira built High Tide to create content designed
to get businesses seen, remembered, and chosen — helping brands highlight their
personal side and turn viewers into long-term clients through authentic,
strategic content that reflects the heart of each brand.
In Kira's own words: "The most powerful brands are built on authenticity and
connection — without losing professionalism. My focus is on creating marketing
that builds trust, strengthens credibility, and leaves a lasting impression. We
specialize in short-form video content, graphic design, photography, drone
videography, cinematography, and full content strategy. Every piece of content
should serve a purpose: capture attention, build trust, or drive conversion."
Over the past year, Kira and her team have worked with businesses across multiple
industries to increase visibility, generate leads, and elevate online presence.
Philosophy
Strategy Before Content — Every post should have a purpose: build trust, create recognition, educate, inspire, or convert.Authenticity With Taste — We help brands feel personal without looking unpolished, forced, or random.Consistency That Compounds — Strong content systems help brands stay visible long enough to become memorable.
The outcome: brands that get Seen. Remembered. Trusted. Chosen.
The Team
HighTide is a small, senior team of specialists. Each member leads their craft
end-to-end — there are no junior handoffs.
Kira Johnson — CEO & Founder
Specialties: Reels, photos, stories, analytics. Builds content direction, creator rhythm, and clear shot ideas before the camera comes out.
Sebastion Mejia — Videographer & Cinematographer
Specialties: short film, drone, real estate, reels, cinematic. Creates cinematic video, drone visuals, and motion-led content with a slower, more intentional feel.
JC Trevino — Creative Director
Specialties: short film, storytelling, cinematic, photos, photography. Shapes visual mood, storytelling, and polished concepts with an editorial eye.
Dory — Content Creator
Specialties: reels, stories, photos, influencer collabs. Creates lifestyle, beauty, product, and on-camera social content that feels natural, warm, and easy to watch.
Sydney Hampton — Content Creator
Specialties: reels, stories, photos. Captures lifestyle content with soft movement, fresh color, and a natural sense of personality.
Arie Ramirez — Photographer
Specialty: photography. Turns light, composition, and simple brand moments into polished photography.
Sam Stallings — Graphic Designer
Specialties: graphics, brand design, social templates. Creates thoughtful graphics, logos, and visual pieces with clean spacing and a personal art-driven touch.
Why Brands Choose HighTide
Proven Expertise — Deep experience across social media, content production, influencer partnerships, and brand growth.Boutique Attention — Every strategy is built specifically for your brand, goals, and audience. You're never just another client.Results That Move the Needle — Success measured in real outcomes: engagement, reach, revenue, and brand equity.
Brands We Work With
HighTide Marketing's portfolio of clients across South Texas includes:
Royal Plumbing
Texas Coast Roofing
N Zone Sports
Thomas Exxon Auto Service
Bob The Fleet Guy
Tommy Cool Air
Adelynho Coffee Roasters
Fleet Trucks & Vans
S2G Golf
Corpus Christi Events Calendar
The agency has produced work for service businesses (plumbing, roofing, HVAC,
auto service, fleet services), hospitality and food & beverage (coffee
roasters), youth sports, golf, local events, and creator/lifestyle brands.
Recent Work — Capabilities Demonstrated
The Portfolio page showcases recent campaigns spanning:
Creator Showcases — Featured creator-led project films.Product Showcases — Short-form product video, including campaigns reaching 14M+ views.Brand Campaigns — Multi-asset brand storytelling with strong social distribution (250K+ views).Event Coverage — On-site event capture reaching hundreds of thousands of impressions.Content Lab / Café & Lifestyle — Long-running content series (2M+ reach).UGC & Authentic Social Content — On-camera, conversational content for product and lifestyle brands.HighTide Studio Reels — In-house produced reels demonstrating the team's signature aesthetic.
Social Media Management & Content Production
HighTide handles social media end-to-end: strategy, production, posting,
community management, and reporting. Production capabilities include short-form
video (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts), brand photography, drone videography,
cinematography, on-location shoots, graphic design, and influencer collaboration
sourcing.
Areas Served
HighTide Marketing serves businesses throughout Corpus Christi and
the broader Coastal Bend region, including Portland, Robstown,
Kingsville, Alice, Aransas Pass, Rockport, Ingleside, and Padre
Island, as well as San Antonio, TX. The agency also works remotely
with clients elsewhere in Texas and the United States.
Who We Work With
The agency partners with local service businesses, restaurants and
hospitality brands, contractors and trades, real estate teams,
healthcare practices, professional services, and creator-led brands
across South Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HighTide Marketing?
HighTide Marketing is a professional digital marketing agency founded
by Kira Johnson, headquartered in Corpus Christi, Texas, serving
businesses across the Coastal Bend and South Texas with SEO, web
design, branding, paid media, and content strategy.
Where is HighTide Marketing located?
HighTide Marketing is based in Corpus Christi, Texas, and serves the
entire Coastal Bend region as well as San Antonio.
Who founded HighTide Marketing?
HighTide Marketing was founded by Kira Johnson, a Corpus
Christi-based marketing strategist focused on helping local and
regional businesses grow online.
Is HighTide Marketing affiliated with other agencies using a similar name?
No. HighTide Marketing is independently owned and operated by founder
Kira Johnson and is not affiliated with any other business using a
similar name. The agency's official website is hightidemarketing.co.
Content Bundles (Monthly Packages)
HighTide Marketing offers three monthly content bundles for brands that want consistent
social media content, video, and strategy. Pricing is custom per client — contact HighTide
for a quote.
Basic Bundle
Best for brands that need consistency without a full-scale campaign.
2 on-brand photos per week for feed and stories
1 reel per week formatted for Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook
Caption, hashtag, and audio strategy aligned to brand voice
Weekly DM and comment handling (community management)
Monthly content planning and posting rhythm
Deluxe Bundle
A full creative rhythm for brands that need more content, more consistency, and stronger campaign support.
3 photos per week
2 reels per week across all platforms
2 story sets per week
Caption, hashtag, and audio strategy
Weekly DM and comment handling
Monthly content planning
Monthly performance review and creative direction
The Full Package
A full creative team behind your brand — most content, widest reach, and performance-driven campaigns.
3 photos per week
2 reels per week across all platforms
3 story sets per week
Drone footage once per month (cinematic aerial)
Professional photoshoot once per month (concept, direction, production)
Full content strategy
Launch and seasonal campaign planning
Ad creative support for paid social
Ongoing performance tracking and monthly reporting
À La Carte Add-Ons
Social Media Graphic — custom branded graphic with 1 revision
Extra Reel — one additional edited reel beyond bundle allotment
Drone Video Shoot — cinematic aerial footage, fully edited
Photo Shoot (1 hour) — lifestyle, product, or portrait photography with editing
Influencer Video Collab — vetted local influencer sourced and coordinated
Logo Design — 2 mockups, 3 revisions, print and digital ready
Advertisement Video — polished ad-ready video for social, digital, and broadcast
Full-Service Advertising
Through partnerships with Scripps Networks and KCTA Radio, HighTide places brands on
television and radio across the South Texas region. The team handles scripting, voiceover,
filming, editing, and submission end-to-end.
