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May 28, 2025

What Are the Best Ways to Manage a Marketing Team?

Gone are the days when marketing teams worked in the same office, specializing in a handful of channels. Today's marketing leaders orchestrate complex teams of in-house and remote specialists, often a mix of full-time employees and freelancers. Navigating this evolving landscape requires a fresh perspective on team management. So, what are the best ways to manage a marketing team in this modern environment?

Four Strategies for Maximizing Marketing Team Impact

Realizing your team’s full potential is a journey built on strategic foundations, including clear direction and purpose, effective team composition, and efficient communication systems. 

1. Establish a Clear Direction and Purpose

The foundation of effective marketing leadership starts with clarity. When team members understand the broader strategy and how their contributions fit in, you give them a pathway to succeed. With distributed teams, this clarity is even more critical.

Start by establishing:

  • A clear brand narrative and positioning that serves as a North Star
  • Specific, measurable marketing objectives tied to business goals
  • Defined target audiences and journey maps
  • Channel priorities and the role each plays in the overall strategy
  • Key performance indicators that matter for each role

Document these elements in a centralized, accessible location. Driving results with a marketing team starts with well-established goals everyone can follow.

Tools like Asana, Trello, or Monday.com help your in-house, remote, or hybrid team visualize how individual tasks ladder up to strategic objectives. This visibility gives team members context for their work and improves decision-making autonomy.

2. Strategically Compose Your Team 

Assembling the right mix of talent represents the greatest challenge and opportunity for marketing leaders. The question isn't simply who to hire but what expertise to bring in-house versus when to leverage contract talent.

Consider these factors when structuring your team:

  • Core competencies that align with your primary marketing channels
  • Frequency of need for specialized skills (daily vs. occasional)
  • Budget constraints and ROI considerations
  • Project timelines and flexibility requirements
  • Cultural fit and collaboration needs

For ongoing needs central to your strategy—content creation for a content-focused brand, for example—in-house talent often makes sense. For specialized skills needed intermittently, such as video production or marketing automation setup, you can optimize resources with external providers.

Effective onboarding sets you up for success. You want new team members, whether full-time or freelance, to understand your audience, positioning, and voice in addition to their immediate deliverables.

3. Set Up Supportive Communication Systems

Poor communication derails marketing teams faster than almost any other factor. This challenge intensifies with distributed teams, where casual office conversations can’t fill information gaps.

A structured communication framework will support your team by keeping everyone easily in the loop. This may involve:

  • Regular team meetings with clear agendas focused on coordination and alignment
  • One-on-one check-ins to address individual progress and obstacles
  • Asynchronous updates through shared dashboards and documentation
  • Clear channels for creative feedback and collaboration
  • Established response expectations for different communication types

You want a balance: enough communication to maintain alignment while avoiding meeting fatigue. 

Psychological safety is also essential in marketing teams, where creativity and risk-taking drive innovation. When team members feel comfortable sharing ideas and concerns without fear of judgment, you’ll see quality and efficiency improve.

4. Provide Development and Growth Opportunities

Marketing leaders frequently ask, “How can I improve my marketing team's performance?” The answer is professional development. If you want to drive results and retention, continuous learning means your team stays effective.

Development strategies for modern marketing teams may include:

  • Personalized learning plans aligned with both individual goals and team needs
  • Cross-training opportunities to build versatility and backup capabilities
  • Mentorship pairings that work across physical distance
  • Conference and webinar participation with structured knowledge sharing
  • Skill development initiatives tied to emerging marketing trends

Investing in people pays dividends through improved performance, innovation, and retention. Even with freelance team members, providing feedback and growth opportunities builds loyalty that translates to better results and availability when needed. Consider including freelancers in appropriate training sessions and team knowledge-sharing activities.

The Leadership-Management Equation

Achieving maximum marketing impact demands a flexible approach that blends leadership (inspiring vision) with management (efficient operations). Successful marketing leaders adeptly navigate these roles, creating transparent processes and fostering collaboration without stifling autonomy. 

Ultimately, you want to cultivate a culture where every team member, regardless of location, feels connected to the mission and empowered to contribute their best. This may take consistent effort and steady strategy refinement on your part, but it will pay off in loyalty, productivity, and the creative input that drives exciting results. 

The Specialized Marketing Talent Your Team Needs

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Unlike traditional hiring, our platform allows you to access the expertise you need, when you need it, without any long-term commitments. Simply connect with the specialists you need to achieve maximum impact.

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I work with founders, marketing teams, and agencies who need a reliable design and development partner — someone who can take a brief and deliver something that works both visually and technically, on time and without unnecessary back-and-forth.

 

 

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Your Brand Partner in a Digital World.
Portland, Oregon
22
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Brand Design
Content Planning & Strategy
Front-End Design & Development
Logo Design & Creation
Brand Identity & Strategy
About

XO Agency is led by Scott Donnell — creating evocative brands and launching them through easy-to-maintain websites, with a philosophy of strategic consulting first and creative execution second.

 

What We Do

We see ourselves as strategic partners before vendors — helping clients navigate the conversations and layers of approvals necessary to get a brand out into the world. We back up every client relationship with an extended agency model that includes compelling video storytelling, digital marketing creative, and channel-specific support. Our focus areas include energy, consultancy, and healthcare.

 

Services

  • Brand strategy and visual identity
  • Web design and development
  • Video storytelling and digital marketing creative
  • Channel marketing support

 

 

XO approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands that want a strategic brand and web design partner who stays invested long after launch.

XO Agency is led by Scott Donnell — creating evocative brands and launching them through easy-to-maintain websites, with a philosophy of strategic consulting first and creative execution second.

 

What We Do

We see ourselves as strategic partners before vendors — helping clients navigate the conversations and layers of approvals necessary to get a brand out into the world. We back up every client relationship with an extended agency model that includes compelling video storytelling, digital marketing creative, and channel-specific support. Our focus areas include energy, consultancy, and healthcare.

 

Services

  • Brand strategy and visual identity
  • Web design and development
  • Video storytelling and digital marketing creative
  • Channel marketing support

 

 

XO approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands that want a strategic brand and web design partner who stays invested long after launch.

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Lauren St. George

Brand Strategist, Graphic Designer, + Copywriter
Atlanta, Georgia
20
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Brand Design
Brochure & Flyer Design
Logo Design & Creation
Brand Identity & Strategy
Packaging Design
About

I'm Lauren St. George — a designer, copywriter, and brand strategist with a passion for turning complex ideas into compelling stories and visuals that connect with your audience. Over the last two decades, I've partnered with Fortune 500s, startups, and mid-size companies leading brand strategy, shaping messaging, and crafting creative that drives results.

 

Background

I've worked across nearly every industry imaginable — CPG, tech, healthcare, financial services, energy, and travel — launching global campaigns, building brands from scratch, and writing a pitch deck that helped close a $2B deal. My goal is always the same: build brands that resonate and perform.

 

Services

  • Brand strategy and visual identity
  • Copywriting and messaging development
  • Campaign creative and content strategy
  • Pitch decks and investor communications

 

 

Every project starts with listening. Before I pick up a pencil or open a file, I make sure I deeply understand what the brand is, who it's for, and what it needs to communicate — because great design is only possible when it's built on genuine understanding. That's why clients come back, and why the work holds up over time.

 

I work with a wide range of clients — from early-stage founders building their brand for the first time to established companies refreshing an identity that no longer reflects who they've become. Whatever the starting point, my goal is always the same: to create something that feels unmistakably right for your brand and genuinely connects with the people you're trying to reach.

 

Available for brands that need a senior brand strategist and copywriter who can work across brand, campaign, and communications disciplines.

I'm Lauren St. George — a designer, copywriter, and brand strategist with a passion for turning complex ideas into compelling stories and visuals that connect with your audience. Over the last two decades, I've partnered with Fortune 500s, startups, and mid-size companies leading brand strategy, shaping messaging, and crafting creative that drives results.

 

Background

I've worked across nearly every industry imaginable — CPG, tech, healthcare, financial services, energy, and travel — launching global campaigns, building brands from scratch, and writing a pitch deck that helped close a $2B deal. My goal is always the same: build brands that resonate and perform.

 

Services

  • Brand strategy and visual identity
  • Copywriting and messaging development
  • Campaign creative and content strategy
  • Pitch decks and investor communications

 

 

Every project starts with listening. Before I pick up a pencil or open a file, I make sure I deeply understand what the brand is, who it's for, and what it needs to communicate — because great design is only possible when it's built on genuine understanding. That's why clients come back, and why the work holds up over time.

 

I work with a wide range of clients — from early-stage founders building their brand for the first time to established companies refreshing an identity that no longer reflects who they've become. Whatever the starting point, my goal is always the same: to create something that feels unmistakably right for your brand and genuinely connects with the people you're trying to reach.

 

Available for brands that need a senior brand strategist and copywriter who can work across brand, campaign, and communications disciplines.

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Kevin Fenton

Where Insights Inspire Creative Design
Washington, DC
21
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Brand Design
Brochure & Flyer Design
Logo Design & Creation
Brand Identity & Strategy
Marketing Campaign Creation
About

Kevin Fenton is a creative director and brand strategist with 20+ years of experience helping a diverse range of clients — from national nonprofits and federal agencies to luxury brands and advocacy organizations — express who they are, what they believe in, and why it matters.

 

What He Does

Kevin brings a rare blend of creative vision and strategic clarity to every engagement — leading brand and digital projects that span full-scale web redesigns, multi-platform campaigns, messaging architecture, and collateral systems. His approach is human-centered, thoughtful, and built around the idea that the best creative work starts with a deep understanding of the audience.

 

Services

  • Brand identity and creative direction
  • Web redesigns and digital campaigns
  • Messaging architecture and content strategy
  • Nonprofit and public interest communications

 

 

Kevin approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

Available for organizations looking for a senior brand strategist and creative director with deep experience across public interest, nonprofit, and luxury sectors.

Kevin Fenton is a creative director and brand strategist with 20+ years of experience helping a diverse range of clients — from national nonprofits and federal agencies to luxury brands and advocacy organizations — express who they are, what they believe in, and why it matters.

 

What He Does

Kevin brings a rare blend of creative vision and strategic clarity to every engagement — leading brand and digital projects that span full-scale web redesigns, multi-platform campaigns, messaging architecture, and collateral systems. His approach is human-centered, thoughtful, and built around the idea that the best creative work starts with a deep understanding of the audience.

 

Services

  • Brand identity and creative direction
  • Web redesigns and digital campaigns
  • Messaging architecture and content strategy
  • Nonprofit and public interest communications

 

 

Kevin approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

Available for organizations looking for a senior brand strategist and creative director with deep experience across public interest, nonprofit, and luxury sectors.

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Aesthete Haus

Brand, Product (UX), and Marketing Design Support
San Diego, California
7
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Brand Design
Front-End Design & Development
Landing Page Creation & Design
Logo Design & Creation
Brand Identity & Strategy
About

Aesthete Haus is a brand design studio that goes beyond aesthetics — creating brand experiences that captivate, leave lasting impressions, and build connections that endure long after first contact.

 

What We Do

We craft brands, products, and services that leave a powerful imprint through comprehensive brand strategy, identity design, and experience design — working with clients across tech, fashion, and consulting to build standout brands and memorable experiences.

 

 

Aesthete approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands that want brand identity and experience design built around resonance, not just recognition.

Aesthete Haus is a brand design studio that goes beyond aesthetics — creating brand experiences that captivate, leave lasting impressions, and build connections that endure long after first contact.

 

What We Do

We craft brands, products, and services that leave a powerful imprint through comprehensive brand strategy, identity design, and experience design — working with clients across tech, fashion, and consulting to build standout brands and memorable experiences.

 

 

Aesthete approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands that want brand identity and experience design built around resonance, not just recognition.

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Kyle Ellerbrock

Digital Advertising Specialist
Charlotte, North Carolina
12
Years of Experience
Services Offered
E-Commerce Marketing
Fractional CMO
Lead Generation
Media Buying & Planning
Pay Per Click (PPC)
About

Kyle Ellerbrock is a digital marketing strategist and creative professional with deep expertise in paid media, content strategy, and brand development — helping businesses grow their online presence and convert more of the right customers.

 

What He Does

Kyle combines analytical thinking with creative execution — building campaigns that are both visually compelling and performance-driven. His work spans paid advertising, content creation, SEO, and brand positioning across multiple industries.

 

Services

  • Paid media strategy and management
  • Content strategy and creation
  • SEO and organic growth
  • Brand positioning and marketing campaigns

 

 

Kyle takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands looking for a versatile digital marketing strategist across paid, content, and brand.

Kyle Ellerbrock is a digital marketing strategist and creative professional with deep expertise in paid media, content strategy, and brand development — helping businesses grow their online presence and convert more of the right customers.

 

What He Does

Kyle combines analytical thinking with creative execution — building campaigns that are both visually compelling and performance-driven. His work spans paid advertising, content creation, SEO, and brand positioning across multiple industries.

 

Services

  • Paid media strategy and management
  • Content strategy and creation
  • SEO and organic growth
  • Brand positioning and marketing campaigns

 

 

Kyle takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands looking for a versatile digital marketing strategist across paid, content, and brand.

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Todd Lininger

Visual Designer & Front-End Developer
Seattle, Washingon
24
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Brand Design
Content Management Systems (CMS)
E-Commerce / Online Store Design
Front-End Design & Development
Landing Page Creation & Design
About

Todd Lininger is a brand strategist and creative director with deep experience helping businesses clarify their identity and build design systems that perform across every touchpoint — digital, print, and environmental.

 

What He Does

Todd works with companies at inflection points — rebrands, launches, and identity overhauls — bringing strategic clarity and creative precision to organizations that need both. His work spans brand strategy, visual identity, web design, and marketing systems.

 

Services

  • Brand strategy and positioning
  • Visual identity and design systems
  • Web design and digital presence
  • Marketing design and collateral

 

 

Todd approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for companies investing in brand identity and creative direction as a foundation for growth.

Todd Lininger is a brand strategist and creative director with deep experience helping businesses clarify their identity and build design systems that perform across every touchpoint — digital, print, and environmental.

 

What He Does

Todd works with companies at inflection points — rebrands, launches, and identity overhauls — bringing strategic clarity and creative precision to organizations that need both. His work spans brand strategy, visual identity, web design, and marketing systems.

 

Services

  • Brand strategy and positioning
  • Visual identity and design systems
  • Web design and digital presence
  • Marketing design and collateral

 

 

Todd approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for companies investing in brand identity and creative direction as a foundation for growth.

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Scott Williams

Creative Director
Brooklyn & Woodstock, New York
15+
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Brand Design
Brochure & Flyer Design
Landing Page Creation & Design
Logo Design & Creation
Motion Graphics & Design
About

Scott Williams is a seasoned marketing and brand strategist with extensive experience helping companies build purposeful, high-performing brands across digital and traditional channels — combining creative vision with the business acumen to make it work in the real world.

 

What He Does

Scott has led marketing and brand initiatives across industries — developing campaigns, building brand systems, and aligning creative with business strategy to drive measurable growth. His work spans brand positioning, content strategy, digital marketing, and team leadership.

 

Services

  • Brand strategy and positioning
  • Digital marketing and content strategy
  • Campaign development and creative direction
  • Marketing leadership and team management

 

 

Scott takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for companies that need a senior marketing and brand strategist who bridges creative and commercial outcomes.

Scott Williams is a seasoned marketing and brand strategist with extensive experience helping companies build purposeful, high-performing brands across digital and traditional channels — combining creative vision with the business acumen to make it work in the real world.

 

What He Does

Scott has led marketing and brand initiatives across industries — developing campaigns, building brand systems, and aligning creative with business strategy to drive measurable growth. His work spans brand positioning, content strategy, digital marketing, and team leadership.

 

Services

  • Brand strategy and positioning
  • Digital marketing and content strategy
  • Campaign development and creative direction
  • Marketing leadership and team management

 

 

Scott takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for companies that need a senior marketing and brand strategist who bridges creative and commercial outcomes.

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Studio Lever

Freelance Brand Identity Designer
Seattle, Washington
20
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Brand Design
Brochure & Flyer Design
Display & Banner Ads
Landing Page Creation & Design
Logo Design & Creation
About

I'm Adam Levermore, founder of Studio Lever — a brand identity and graphic design studio with nearly two decades of experience helping businesses build strong, memorable brands that stand out and connect with their audiences.

 

What I Do

I specialize in logo design, brand guidelines, and cohesive visual systems that ensure consistency across every touchpoint. My approach is both strategic and creative — I listen first, then design. The result is work that doesn't just look good, but reflects who the business truly is and where it's going.

 

Services

  • Logo design and brand identity
  • Brand guidelines and visual systems
  • Graphic design across print and digital

 

 

Every project starts with listening. Before I pick up a pencil or open a file, I make sure I deeply understand what the brand is, who it's for, and what it needs to communicate — because great design is only possible when it's built on genuine understanding. That's why clients come back, and why the work holds up over time.

 

I work with a wide range of clients — from early-stage founders building their brand for the first time to established companies refreshing an identity that no longer reflects who they've become. Whatever the starting point, my goal is always the same: to create something that feels unmistakably right for your brand and genuinely connects with the people you're trying to reach.

 

 

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

 

Available for businesses investing in brand identity design that's built to last and built to scale.

I'm Adam Levermore, founder of Studio Lever — a brand identity and graphic design studio with nearly two decades of experience helping businesses build strong, memorable brands that stand out and connect with their audiences.

 

What I Do

I specialize in logo design, brand guidelines, and cohesive visual systems that ensure consistency across every touchpoint. My approach is both strategic and creative — I listen first, then design. The result is work that doesn't just look good, but reflects who the business truly is and where it's going.

 

Services

  • Logo design and brand identity
  • Brand guidelines and visual systems
  • Graphic design across print and digital

 

 

Every project starts with listening. Before I pick up a pencil or open a file, I make sure I deeply understand what the brand is, who it's for, and what it needs to communicate — because great design is only possible when it's built on genuine understanding. That's why clients come back, and why the work holds up over time.

 

I work with a wide range of clients — from early-stage founders building their brand for the first time to established companies refreshing an identity that no longer reflects who they've become. Whatever the starting point, my goal is always the same: to create something that feels unmistakably right for your brand and genuinely connects with the people you're trying to reach.

 

 

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

 

Available for businesses investing in brand identity design that's built to last and built to scale.

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Morgan Williams

Designing Experiences. Connecting Customers.
Riverside, California
30
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Brand Design
Brochure & Flyer Design
Display & Banner Ads
Logo Design & Creation
Newsletters
About

Morgan Williams is a three-decade experienced graphic designer — having served as Senior Designer, Art Director, and Creative Director across four agencies, with MW DESIGN operating as a full-time independent practice since 2019.

 

Background

Morgan spent the better part of his creative career in the motorcycle industry — deep, specialized brand work that sharpened his eye for identity, packaging, and print. He designs experiences that speak to customers and connect them with brands, with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to on-brand, on-time delivery.

 

Services

  • Brand identity and logo design
  • Print, packaging, and apparel design
  • Signage and environmental design
  • Art direction and creative leadership

 

 

Every project starts with listening. Before I pick up a pencil or open a file, I make sure I deeply understand what the brand is, who it's for, and what it needs to communicate — because great design is only possible when it's built on genuine understanding. That's why clients come back, and why the work holds up over time.

 

I work with a wide range of clients — from early-stage founders building their brand for the first time to established companies refreshing an identity that no longer reflects who they've become. Whatever the starting point, my goal is always the same: to create something that feels unmistakably right for your brand and genuinely connects with the people you're trying to reach.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

Available for brands in motorcycle, outdoor, and consumer industries looking for a veteran graphic designer and art director with serious industry depth.

Morgan Williams is a three-decade experienced graphic designer — having served as Senior Designer, Art Director, and Creative Director across four agencies, with MW DESIGN operating as a full-time independent practice since 2019.

 

Background

Morgan spent the better part of his creative career in the motorcycle industry — deep, specialized brand work that sharpened his eye for identity, packaging, and print. He designs experiences that speak to customers and connect them with brands, with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to on-brand, on-time delivery.

 

Services

  • Brand identity and logo design
  • Print, packaging, and apparel design
  • Signage and environmental design
  • Art direction and creative leadership

 

 

Every project starts with listening. Before I pick up a pencil or open a file, I make sure I deeply understand what the brand is, who it's for, and what it needs to communicate — because great design is only possible when it's built on genuine understanding. That's why clients come back, and why the work holds up over time.

 

I work with a wide range of clients — from early-stage founders building their brand for the first time to established companies refreshing an identity that no longer reflects who they've become. Whatever the starting point, my goal is always the same: to create something that feels unmistakably right for your brand and genuinely connects with the people you're trying to reach.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

Available for brands in motorcycle, outdoor, and consumer industries looking for a veteran graphic designer and art director with serious industry depth.

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Canal Digital Studio

The Experts in DTC Digital Advertising and SEO
New York City
12
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Data Analysis & Optimization
Display & Banner Ads
E-Commerce Marketing
Pay Per Click (PPC)
Paid Media Strategy & Execution
About

Canal Digital Studio alleviates the anxiety of digital growth — delivering more traffic, better rankings, higher conversions, and faster results for DTC brands through expert performance advertising and SEO.

 

What We Do

We help DTC brands scale omnichannel ad strategies across brand websites, Amazon, online retailers, and brick-and-mortar stores. Our advertising team runs campaigns across Meta, Google, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. Our SEO team helps brands understand what the rise of AI-driven search means for them — and how to stay ahead of it.

 

Services

  • Performance advertising — Meta, Google, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest
  • Omnichannel DTC growth strategy
  • SEO and AI-search optimization
  • Amazon and retail marketing

 

 

Canal takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

A strong fit for DTC brands ready to invest in paid media and performance marketing that scales across channels.

Canal Digital Studio alleviates the anxiety of digital growth — delivering more traffic, better rankings, higher conversions, and faster results for DTC brands through expert performance advertising and SEO.

 

What We Do

We help DTC brands scale omnichannel ad strategies across brand websites, Amazon, online retailers, and brick-and-mortar stores. Our advertising team runs campaigns across Meta, Google, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. Our SEO team helps brands understand what the rise of AI-driven search means for them — and how to stay ahead of it.

 

Services

  • Performance advertising — Meta, Google, YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, Pinterest
  • Omnichannel DTC growth strategy
  • SEO and AI-search optimization
  • Amazon and retail marketing

 

 

Canal takes a user-centered approach to every web project — combining visual design with a deep understanding of how people actually navigate and interact with digital experiences. The result is websites that don't just look professional, but actively support the business goals behind them.

 

Clients include founders, marketing teams, and agencies across industries who need a dependable design and development partner — someone who can deliver quality work on time, communicate clearly throughout the process, and build something that lasts.

 

 

What I value most in client relationships is directness and clarity — knowing exactly what success looks like before the work begins, and holding myself accountable to delivering it. I don't believe in long, meandering processes. I move quickly, communicate clearly, and produce work that I'm proud to put my name on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

A strong fit for DTC brands ready to invest in paid media and performance marketing that scales across channels.

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Josh Ranum

Seasoned PPC Specialist
Lexington, Kentucky
12
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Media Buying & Planning
Pay Per Click (PPC)
Paid Media Strategy & Execution
Paid Social Media
Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
About

Josh Ranum is a seasoned PPC specialist with 10 years of agency experience running campaigns across Google Ads and Meta — with a track record managing million-dollar campaigns and a background as Director of Paid Media at two agencies.

 

What He Does

Josh brings regimented best practices and a proven track record to every campaign — managing paid media with the discipline and rigor that only comes from a decade of agency-side experience across industries and budget levels.

 

Services

  • Google Ads and Meta paid media management
  • PPC strategy and campaign optimization
  • Paid media audits and performance reporting
  • Director-level paid media leadership

 

 

Josh takes a data-grounded approach to marketing — building strategies and campaigns that are tied to real business objectives and measured against outcomes that matter. Every recommendation is backed by research, and every campaign is designed to be improved over time.

 

Clients span a wide range of industries and growth stages — from startups building their first real marketing program to established companies looking to optimize or reinvent how they grow. In each case, the work is customized to the specific business, audience, and competitive context.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands that need a seasoned PPC specialist and paid media director with a decade of proven results.

Josh Ranum is a seasoned PPC specialist with 10 years of agency experience running campaigns across Google Ads and Meta — with a track record managing million-dollar campaigns and a background as Director of Paid Media at two agencies.

 

What He Does

Josh brings regimented best practices and a proven track record to every campaign — managing paid media with the discipline and rigor that only comes from a decade of agency-side experience across industries and budget levels.

 

Services

  • Google Ads and Meta paid media management
  • PPC strategy and campaign optimization
  • Paid media audits and performance reporting
  • Director-level paid media leadership

 

 

Josh takes a data-grounded approach to marketing — building strategies and campaigns that are tied to real business objectives and measured against outcomes that matter. Every recommendation is backed by research, and every campaign is designed to be improved over time.

 

Clients span a wide range of industries and growth stages — from startups building their first real marketing program to established companies looking to optimize or reinvent how they grow. In each case, the work is customized to the specific business, audience, and competitive context.

 

 

The measure of good marketing isn't how creative it is — it's whether it changes behavior. Every strategy, campaign, and piece of content is evaluated against that standard, which is why the work tends to produce results that are easy to attribute and easy to build on.

 

If you're looking for a partner who takes your business seriously and delivers work that produces results, this is a strong fit. The best engagements start with a real conversation about what you need — not a templated proposal.

 

Available for brands that need a seasoned PPC specialist and paid media director with a decade of proven results.

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Kerry LaCoste

Creative Director / Brand Strategist
St. Petersburg, Florida
30+
Years of Experience
Services Offered
Front-End Design & Development
Illustrations
Logo Design & Creation
Marketing Campaign Creation
Motion Graphics & Design
About

Kerry LaCoste is the founder of LaCoste Design Co — a boutique branding and design studio based in St. Petersburg, FL. With two decades of experience running LDC, Kerry helps companies from Fortune 500s to rising startups shape meaningful, strategic brand identities that express who they are, what they stand for, and why it matters.

 

What He Does

Kerry doesn't just make things look good — he helps businesses clarify and communicate their brand with precision. His work spans logo design, brand systems, messaging architecture, visual identity, and the full range of brand touchpoints that make a company memorable and cohesive.

 

Services

  • Brand strategy and identity design
  • Logo design and visual systems
  • Messaging and verbal identity
  • Brand refresh and evolution

 

 

Kerry approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

Kerry's work is a strong fit for companies at any stage looking for brand identity design that's strategic at its core.

Kerry LaCoste is the founder of LaCoste Design Co — a boutique branding and design studio based in St. Petersburg, FL. With two decades of experience running LDC, Kerry helps companies from Fortune 500s to rising startups shape meaningful, strategic brand identities that express who they are, what they stand for, and why it matters.

 

What He Does

Kerry doesn't just make things look good — he helps businesses clarify and communicate their brand with precision. His work spans logo design, brand systems, messaging architecture, visual identity, and the full range of brand touchpoints that make a company memorable and cohesive.

 

Services

  • Brand strategy and identity design
  • Logo design and visual systems
  • Messaging and verbal identity
  • Brand refresh and evolution

 

 

Kerry approaches every engagement with a research-first mindset — taking time to understand the brand, its audience, and the competitive landscape before any design work begins. That foundation is what separates identity work that lasts from work that dates quickly.

 

Clients range from early-stage founders building their brand identity for the first time to established businesses ready to evolve a visual system that no longer reflects who they've become. In every case, the goal is the same: design that feels unmistakably right and connects authentically with the right audience.

 

 

The best brand design work earns its place in the world — not just on a screen or a business card, but in the way people feel when they encounter the brand. That's the standard that guides every project, and it's why clients return for additional work and refer others who have the same standards.

 

Kerry's work is a strong fit for companies at any stage looking for brand identity design that's strategic at its core.

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Danielle Shearer

Creative Problem Solver // Branding Specialist // Graphic Designer
Breckenridge, CO** **Willing to travel to Denver, CO if needed.
16
Years of Experience
Services Offered
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About
Meow (hello)! I'm Danielle, a professional graphic designer with over 16 years of experience. Before establishing my business in 2018, I dedicated eight years to sharpening my skills in agencies and corporate settings. This journey equipped me with extensive skills and experience across diverse projects, from consumer packaging to in-store signage, social media and print ads, branding, logos, website designs, trade show displays, and other creative assets.

As a creative problem solver, I thrive on turning challenges into innovative, effective solutions that meet your unique needs.

No In-House Designer? No Problem!
I can seamlessly integrate into your team, offering a wide range of print and digital design services on a monthly retainer. I work within your budget, providing dedicated hours tailored to your needs. For specific one-off projects, my rates typically range from $750 to $5,000, depending on the scope of work. Let’s collaborate to bring your creative visions to life, whether it’s on an ongoing basis or for a single project.

When I'm not bringing ideas to life, I'm out embracing the Colorado lifestyle—shredding fresh pow, biking, hiking, paddling, camping, and enjoying every adventure with my Assistant CreativCat and CFO, Captain Jack.
Meow (hello)! I'm Danielle, a professional graphic designer with over 16 years of experience. Before establishing my business in 2018, I dedicated eight years to sharpening my skills in agencies and corporate settings. This journey equipped me with extensive skills and experience across diverse projects, from consumer packaging to in-store signage, social media and print ads, branding, logos, website designs, trade show displays, and other creative assets.

As a creative problem solver, I thrive on turning challenges into innovative, effective solutions that meet your unique needs.

No In-House Designer? No Problem!
I can seamlessly integrate into your team, offering a wide range of print and digital design services on a monthly retainer. I work within your budget, providing dedicated hours tailored to your needs. For specific one-off projects, my rates typically range from $750 to $5,000, depending on the scope of work. Let’s collaborate to bring your creative visions to life, whether it’s on an ongoing basis or for a single project.

When I'm not bringing ideas to life, I'm out embracing the Colorado lifestyle—shredding fresh pow, biking, hiking, paddling, camping, and enjoying every adventure with my Assistant CreativCat and CFO, Captain Jack.
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