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BRAND // STRATEGY // CULTURE

DESIGN, MARKETING, AND BRANDING FOR OVER 30 YEARS

Let's get your creative to work...

Wherever you are in your business journey, I have a creative plan to help you grow your business. If you have a rough vision or would rather leave it to the experts, I pride myself on being able to deliver. And if you’re just starting out, need a refresh, or a complete brand identity, we can develop a comprehensive strategy together that allows you to build and scale at the speed of your business.
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Visual Identity

Craft your:

  • Brand Logo
  • Brand Colors
  • Typography
  • Visual Elements

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Brand Strategy

Define your

  • Brand Purpose
  • Target Audience
  • Brand Values
  • Brand Positioning
  • Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

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Brand Assets

Build your:

  • Brand Guidelines
  • Marketing Collateral
  • Creative Library

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Brand Communication

Identify your

  • Brand Voice
  • Brand Story
  • Content Strategy

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Online Presence

Create your:

  • Website
  • Social Media
  • Email Templates

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Brand Awareness

Develop your

  • Customer Experience
  • Brand Consistency

Complete list of Design Capabilities below.

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DESIGN CAPABILITIES

Creative Services

Logo and Brand Identity

Business Cards

Letterhead

Envelopes

Brochures

Flyers

Posters

Banners

Packaging Design

Product Labels

Print Advertisements

Billboards

Magazine Layouts

Book Covers

Annual Reports

Postcards

Menus

Event Invitations

Greeting Cards

Calendars

T-shirts and Apparel

Vehicle Wraps

Trade Show Displays

Infographics

Social Media Graphics

Website Design

Mobile App Interface

Email Templates

Ebooks and Whitepapers

PowerPoint Presentations

Icons and Illustrations

Signage and Wayfinding

Environmental Graphics

Packaging Prototypes

Event Booths

Product Catalogs

Stickers and Labels

Promotional Products

Digital Signage

Wall Murals

Trade Show Swag

Social Media Ads

Presentation Folders

..and much more…

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS – OR....

FAQs

Every project is different – even if they may appear the same – which is why I’ve provided some vague answers to Frequently Asked Questions. I like to be transparent about this because I’m not trying to be dodgy, but I like to approach the needs of each client and every project with thoughtful consideration. I don’t provide cookie-cutter solutions as it is in your best interest to develop a creative strategy based on your long term goals from the start.

I am extremely efficient, and I keep in mind that you are paying for my time. I won’t upsell you and I don’t round my time up, because I believe in giving you value for your money. I want you to use my services again and hopefully tell someone that you’ve got a friend in the business.

There’s an awesome saying in design circles when someone asks about a project. “You can have it good, fast, or cheap. The catch is you can only pick two”.

My rates vary depending on the type, scope, and turnaround of each project. If the overall project is large with multiple components, I will typically cut the rate. If you sign on to be an ongoing client, we can discuss a monthly retainer or work out an hourly rate we are both comfortable with.

This is one of the most important elements of any project. There needs to be absolutely crystal clear communication to avoid ing disappointment or missing a deadline. From my experience, two things always delay projects: change of requirements and revisions (too long to get back or too many).

I work quickly and I would like to agree on a set amount of rounds of revisions (generally two), but outside of that much of the timeline is depending (again) on the size and scope of the project. I understand you are running your business, so I try to leave a lot of latitude dependent upon your own timelines for reviewing and approving comps, proofs, and final artwork.

There will always be projects that come up last minute and I am happy to take into consideration the circumstances.

For new clients I require a 50% deposit prior to starting design work on any project (after creative brief is developed and the quote is approved). The remaining balance is due upon completion and before the delivery of the files. Preferred payment methods are generally through Quickbooks Venmo, PayPal, or Apple Cash.

It all starts with a conversation.

I will need to know your objectives and what is needed to obtain them. This is critical in order to set expectations for both of us. Once we agree on the creative brief (not required for some smaller projects), we will move on to the quote – which will be the final step before I start work. I will give you a timetable for first drafts and a recommended date to return them to me (very important if there is a deadline). Once the final artwork is approved, I will deliver the assets when I receive the second half of the invoice.

FOR THOSE WHO ARE CURIOUS

Brief Glossary

Brand Purpose: Define your brand’s mission and reason for existence.

Target Audience: Identify and understand your ideal customers.

Brand Values: Outline the principles and values that guide your brand.

Brand Positioning: Determine how your brand fits into the market.

Unique Selling Proposition (USP): Define what sets your brand apart from competitors.

Brand Name: Choose a distinctive and meaningful name.

Brand Logo: Create a memorable and versatile logo.

Brand Colors: Select a color palette that reflects your brand’s personality.

Typography: Choose fonts that align with your brand’s tone and style.

Visual Elements: Develop unique graphics, icons, or illustrations.

Brand Voice: Define your brand’s tone and communication style.

Website: Develop a user-friendly and visually appealing website.

Brand Story: Craft a compelling narrative that connects with your audience.

Social Media Presence: Create a consistent look and feel across social platforms.

Brand Guidelines: Document the rules for using your brand assets consistently.

Packaging: Design packaging that aligns with your brand’s identity.

Marketing Collateral: Design brochures, business cards, and promotional materials.

Content Strategy: Plan content that reinforces your brand message.

Customer Experience: Ensure that every touchpoint with customers reflects your brand identity.

Brand Consistency: Maintain a unified and cohesive identity across all brand elements and touchpoints.

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