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Your business should look like the level you want to be hired at.
award-winning Brand & Website Designer, copywriter, custom coding, HONEYBOOK EXPERT
MY METHODOLOGY
Brand strategy + creative design = business growth
MEET DEANNA
Strategic marketing and design that works
Since 1998, I've helped businesses of all sizes, from startups to Fortune 500 companies, reach their goals through strategic marketing and design. I've also spent years teaching others these skills, which gives me a clear view of the challenges entrepreneurs face.
In a complex world, simplifying your work matters more than ever. I blend a love of beautiful aesthetics with a passion for efficient systems to make the business of business a breeze.
Marketing executive, creative director, brand designer, Squarespace and HoneyBook expert, course creator, and educator
HOW I WORK
Three things every project gets
Strategic creativity
Every design choice ties back to a business goal, so beautiful also means effective.
Process and excellence
Clear steps, clean systems, and no loose ends from the first call to launch.
Growth Focused
Built to grow with you, from your first clients to your next big offer.
MAKE YOUR
Squarespace
SITE DO MORE
- Composition Check Drop in a screenshot. Get a read on the layout.
- Services Picker Visitors build their own package, then reach out ready to book.
- Brand Combo Spinner Spin for a surprise brand combination, then spin again.
- The Brand Studio Visitors build a brand board and watch it come together live.
- Tech Stack Showcase Show prospects exactly how you work, one tool at a time.
- Brand Review Page Every concept in one polished place your client can actually enjoy.
- Website Review Clients leave feedback right on the page, pinned where it matters.
- Interview Tool AI-powered practice interviews with instant feedback, right on your site.
- Custom builds Something not on the menu? I build it around how you work.
Our Clients Say It Best
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![A screenshot of a personal blog webpage featuring a header with the blog title, section navigation, a welcome message, an image of a woman in a gray dress, a dining table, and a footer with social media links.]()
Mayes Wine Crush
“I’m so grateful our website is beautiful and functional. Initially I thought it would be a blog, it’s evolving into a critical business tool, and this is possible because of your work and vision so THANK YOU! Keep being the awesome woman you are, you are inspiring.”
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![Laptop on a wooden chair with a woven seat, displaying a website about landscaping, masonry, and pool environments in a cozy room with a beige wall and a large wooden vase in the background.]()
West Hills Masonry
“I’m so excited with all your work for our company. Wow! I’m blown away. This is so awesome. I don’t even recognize my company. This is taking branding to another stage for us.”
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![A woman with blonde hair smiling, wearing a leopard print jacket, sitting on a beige couch with pillows, in a cozy room with shelves, plants, and decorative items in the background, next to a sign that reads "Rebecca Jade Real Estate."]()
Rebecca Jade
“I can’t put into words what you doing this means for me… you doing this really has given me a glimmer of hope. Thank you sweet Deanna, rebuilding is messy and you make it look elegant.”
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![Branded baseball cap created by Deanna Burks for Almoney Educational Consulting]()
Almoney Educational Consulting
“I really love the feel… I love all the new colors… I love those calling card logos, and the color palette.”
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![An iPad displaying a photography website on a beige couch, with a white fringed blanket beside it. Two small bowls of granola and a mug of coffee are on the table nearby.]()
Brandi Lynn Photography
“I love the logos you made for me and fonts. I’ve been thinking a lot about your mini brand session idea. I love it and I think I’d like to integrate it in once per month.”
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![Multiple overlapping phones displaying images of two men, one in a tuxedo singing into a microphone and the other in sunglasses, dressed in a suit with a bow tie.]()
Christien Anthony
“Holy Cow!! Deanna was everything and more. From point of contact, she understood the assignment. She took my vision but made it more. Her branding made my company look like I've always dreamed of. She's kind, and professional. Any changes I needed she did without complaining. I'm going to look for another reason to work with Her!”
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![Multiple overlapping digital webpage screenshots featuring a logo with the initials 'SIA', a quote about making connections, and a photo of a woman in professional attire on a sofa.]()
Suzanne McMillen
“What a gift Deanna has for making things more beautiful than you can even imagine. She worked hard with me to arrive at a look that met my needs, my own aesthetic, and elevated my brand. It wasn’t easy, but she never gave up and created some stunning imagery for my online presence. Simply lovely work.”
Good design changes perception.
Better strategy changes decisions.
The right digital experience changes what happens next.
This work is about helping the right people understand your value faster.
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The direction behind the design. Clearer positioning, stronger alignment, and a foundation you can keep building on
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Identity systems that reflect the quality of your work and the clients you want to attract.
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Websites that communicate value clearly, build trust quickly, and convert more intentionally.
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When a standard website is not enough, I create tailored digital experiences, workflows, and custom functionality that support how your business actually operates.
