Hey! I’m Danae, lead designer and creative problem solver

“Everything is design. Everything!” -Paul Rand

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“Everything is design. Everything!” -Paul Rand 〰️

On a Mission

Based in the heart of Los Angeles’ creative scene, I partner with values-driven organizations to create impactful visual identities and marketing design. With more than ten years of creative experience across nonprofit, education, and publishing industries, I’m on a mission to use design for good. Let’s create something meaningful together!

Creative Services

  • Brand Identity

    I craft visual love languages for your brand. More than just a logo, I can build a complete visual system—colors, fonts, imagery—that speaks volumes about who you are. Think of it as your brand's perfectly kerned personality.

  • Marketing Design

    From presentations to print pieces, I design communication materials that connect. I bridge the digital and physical, ensuring your message lands perfectly, whether it's on a screen or in someone's hands.

  • Illustration

    Need to tell your story visually? I create custom illustrations, from one-off art pieces to full icon sets, that add personality and clarity. Because sometimes, a picture really is worth a thousand words (and way less likely to have a typo).

Background

  • Spotlight&Co | Lead Designer (Project Hire)
    Publication Design
    Brand Campaign Design

    Lakeview Marketing | Graphic Designer (Project Hire)
    Marketing Design
    Event Identity Design

    Rescue Mission Alliance | Graphic Designer (Project Hire)
    Event Identity Design

    Pepperdine University | Senior/Lead Graphic Designer
    Marketing Design
    Event Art Direction
    Administration and Executive Communications Design
    Logo Design

    Baker Publishing Group | Graphic Designer
    Marketing Design
    Cover and Product Design
    Trade Show Booth Design

    Kendall College of Art and Design | Graphic Design Intern
    Marketing Design
    Event Branding

  • Google Coursera |Data Analytics Certification

    Pepperdine University |MBA
    Emphasis in Leadership and Change Management

    Kendall College of Art and Design | BFA
    Graphic Design

    Mid Michigan College | AA
    Graphic Design
    Visual Art
    Sociology

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    Pepperdine Esports Logo Design registered with U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2022)

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    Gold Addy Award |     American Advertising Federation, West Michigan (2016)
    Magazine/Single Page category winner

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    Silver Addy Award     | American Advertising Federation, West Michigan (2016)
    Poster/Campaign category winner