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Make Your Seattle Business the Obvious Choice

In a crowded Seattle market, your brand is what makes people choose you over the competition. We build brands that resonate and last.

This is what I did for one of your neighbors in Seattle, WA

Gold foil embossed NW Finish Carpentry logo on smooth gray cardstock, showing the stylized NW monogram with saw blade-inspired angular letterforms above the company name in elegant metallic serif typography

Complete brand identity for a Pacific Northwest finish carpentry contractor. Logo design, color palette, typography system, and full asset suite including truck wraps and job site signage.

Result
Rebrand that took them from local jobs to projects across 3 states
10+
Years in Business
3
States Served
Full Suite
Brand Assets
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Client Types
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Branding Results in Seattle

Gold foil embossed NW Finish Carpentry logo on smooth gray cardstock, showing the stylized NW monogram with saw blade-inspired angular letterforms above the company name in elegant metallic serif typography

Building a Brand That Matches the Craftsmanship

NW Finish Carpentry
PortlandSeattleBoise Branding

Complete brand identity for a Pacific Northwest finish carpentry contractor. Logo design, color palette, typography system, and full asset suite including truck wraps and job site signage.

Rebrand that took them from local jobs to projects across 3 states

Proven across markets

More Branding Results

The same strategies I bring to Seattle, delivering results in other markets.

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Challenges Seattle Businesses Face

Corporate and local blur together

Seattle's market is saturated with businesses that try to look both "tech-forward" and "locally authentic." The result is that most brands blur together into the same teal-and-white, minimalist template. Standing out in Seattle means having a brand identity with real personality, not another tech-startup aesthetic.

Amazon-era expectations are permanent

Seattle consumers have been trained by Amazon and Starbucks to expect polished, consistent branding at every touchpoint. Your logo, packaging, website, and social media all need to tell the same story at the same quality level. Anything less signals that you don't belong in this market.

Neighborhood identity needs brand expression

A Ballard business should feel like Ballard. A Capitol Hill business should feel like Capitol Hill. In Seattle, your brand needs to reflect the personality of the neighborhood you serve, or customers will assume you don't understand the community you're trying to reach.

Local Expertise

Seattle's tech-driven economy has created a consumer base with some of the highest digital expectations in the country. Employees at Amazon, Microsoft, and hundreds of startups set the bar for what a professional website and digital presence should look like, and local businesses are judged against that standard. Neighborhoods like Capitol Hill, Ballard, Fremont, and South Lake Union each function as distinct micro-markets with their own search patterns and customer expectations. The city's strong 'buy local' ethos gives small businesses a real advantage, but only when their digital presence matches the quality this audience demands.

Why choose us

What Makes Us Different

Proven Track Record

Results across 38 cities, 10 states, and 7+ industries. I measure everything and report honestly.

No Long-Term Contracts

We earn your business every month. If we're not delivering results, you can walk away.

Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees, no surprise invoices. You know exactly what you pay for and what you get.

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Who you're hiring

Why should you trust me?

Google did.

I didn't learn SEO from a blog. I worked with Google directly. They featured me on their Google Activate program all over Europe. If Google trusted me to represent them, you can trust me to rank you on them.

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Other Ways I Can Help Your Seattle Business

Search Google for what you offer. Someone is showing up and getting calls. Is it you? If not, you need:

SEO in Seattle

SEO in Seattle

Get found by customers actively searching for what you offer. Optimized for Google Search and Maps.

  • Local SEO & Google Maps
  • Technical site audits
  • Content optimization
  • Keyword strategy
Explore SEO

People are asking ChatGPT who to hire. Are you the answer? If not, you need:

AIO in Seattle

AIO in Seattle

Appear when people ask ChatGPT, Claude, or Perplexity for recommendations. The new frontier of search.

  • AI search optimization
  • Structured data markup
  • Answer-ready content
  • Brand authority building
Explore AIO

Is your website getting you new clients? Can you handle more? If not, you need:

Web Design in Seattle

Web Design in Seattle

Fast, beautiful websites that convert visitors into customers. Built for performance and designed to impress.

  • Custom responsive design
  • Lightning-fast load times
  • Conversion-focused layouts
  • Easy content management
Explore Web Design

How I build your brand

From concept to complete identity.

Brand discovery

Deep dive into your business, audience, competitors, and aspirations. This shapes every design decision that follows.

Concept development

Multiple creative directions explored and refined. You see options, provide feedback, and we narrow to the perfect direction.

Identity system

Logo, color palette, typography, and visual language, all designed to work together across every touchpoint.

Brand guidelines

Complete documentation so your brand stays consistent as you grow. Files, rules, and examples for every use case.

Branding Process

Branding Pricing in Seattle

No hidden fees. Here's what branding costs.

BE RECOGNIZED

Starting at

$2,700

Best When

You need to look professional fast

Perfect for new businesses or those using a DIY logo. Get a polished brand identity in 1-2 weeks that builds instant credibility.

Timeline

1-2 weeks

Expected

Professional identity

  • 5 logo concepts
  • 3 revision rounds
  • Color palette & typography
  • 10-12 page brand guidelines
  • Business card design
  • Social media profile templates
  • All file formats (AI, EPS, PNG, SVG, PDF)
Best Value

BE REMEMBERED

Starting at

$7,700

Best When

You've outgrown your current brand

For established businesses ready to compete at the next level. A complete brand rebuild with strategy, workshop, and comprehensive guidelines.

Timeline

4-5 weeks

Expected

Market-ready rebrand

  • Complete logo system (primary, secondary, icon)
  • Brand discovery workshop
  • Visual competitor analysis
  • 25-35 page comprehensive guidelines
  • Full stationery suite
  • Presentation template
  • Photography direction
  • Unlimited revisions until approved

Side-by-Side Comparison

Logo Concepts

BE RECOGNIZED

5 concepts

BE REMEMBERED

Complete logo system

Revisions

BE RECOGNIZED

3 rounds

BE REMEMBERED

Unlimited

Brand Guidelines

BE RECOGNIZED

10-12 pages

BE REMEMBERED

25-35 pages

Strategy Workshop

BE RECOGNIZED

Not included

BE REMEMBERED

Included

Competitor Analysis

BE RECOGNIZED

Not included

BE REMEMBERED

Visual analysis

Photography Direction

BE RECOGNIZED

Not included

BE REMEMBERED

Included

Collateral

BE RECOGNIZED

Business card + social

BE REMEMBERED

Full stationery suite

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Common questions

Branding in Seattle FAQs

Seattle's tech ecosystem and design-forward culture set a high bar for visual identity. Amazon, Microsoft, and hundreds of well-funded startups have trained Seattle consumers to expect polished, thoughtful design. A DIY logo signals that you are not serious about your business, even if your product or service is excellent.

Most Seattle branding projects take 4-8 weeks from kickoff to final delivery. The timeline includes discovery, concept development, refinement, and asset delivery. You work directly with me through every decision. No junior designer doing the work while a creative director takes the credit. The person you talk to is the person designing your brand.

Seattle branding projects typically range from $3,000-$10,000 for a full brand identity. The city's design-conscious culture means branding is not a luxury; it is competitive infrastructure. A cohesive brand sets you apart in a market where consumers have dozens of options and seconds to form an impression.

A complete brand identity includes your logo (with variations), color palette, typography system, brand guidelines document, and essential applications like business cards and social media templates. I tailor the deliverables to your specific needs.

BE RECOGNIZED (new businesses) takes 1-2 weeks. BE REMEMBERED (established businesses rebranding) takes 4-5 weeks. The timeline reflects the depth of strategy and scope of deliverables, not delays.

Two packages. BE RECOGNIZED is $2,700 for a complete professional identity (logo, colors, fonts, guidelines, business cards, social profiles). BE REMEMBERED is $7,700 for a full brand system with strategy workshop, competitor analysis, and comprehensive applications. Both include all file formats and full ownership. Flexible payment options available.

Yes. You receive full ownership of all brand materials, including source files, brand guidelines, and complete usage rights. I transfer everything upon project completion so you can use it with any designer or printer in the future.

You work directly with me throughout the entire project. No handoffs to junior designers, no layers of project managers. That personal attention, combined with over 370 successful brands built using proven strategies, means your brand gets the focus it deserves.

Yes. I provide comprehensive launch support, including website development if needed, marketing material production, and team training to ensure your brand rolls out consistently across every touchpoint.

Your input and collaboration are essential throughout. I keep regular communication going and build in feedback opportunities at every stage so the final result truly reflects your vision.

BE RECOGNIZED includes 3 revision rounds. BE REMEMBERED includes unlimited revisions until you approve. After completion, you also get a 1-year evolution credit ($500 toward updates if your business pivots or adds a service line).

BE RECOGNIZED includes 3 revision rounds. BE REMEMBERED includes unlimited revisions until you approve. Most clients love their brand within 2-3 rounds, but the Love It Guarantee means I keep working at no extra charge until you are genuinely proud to put it everywhere.

Yes. I work with businesses nationwide and internationally, with experience across Europe and North America. Branding work is digital by nature, so location never limits effectiveness.

During our initial consultation, I evaluate your current brand effectiveness and determine whether updating existing elements or a complete rebrand better serves your goals. Sometimes a refresh is all you need. Other times, starting fresh is the smarter investment.

Absolutely. I can help with website design, marketing materials, or brand refreshes that build on your existing logo. Not every project needs to start from scratch.

Yes. I offer marketing and advertising services to support your brand launch and ongoing promotion, including website design and SEO to make sure your new brand gets found online.

The basics: your business goals, challenges, target audience, any current materials, competitor insights, timeline, budget, and your vision for the brand. I gather all of this during our initial discovery session so we start with a clear direction.

Yes. Monthly retainer packages are available for regular brand support, including new material creation, brand audits, and strategic guidance as your business evolves.

Ready to build your brand in Seattle?

From logo to full brand system. Let's create something your Seattle customers remember.

Kristian Kreaktive at Google Activate event

Your strategist

Kristian Kreaktive

Founder & Lead Strategist at Digital Marketing Services

17+ years of experience helping small businesses grow their online presence through strategic SEO, web design, and branding.

Google Certified 40+ Websites Built 5.0 Google Rating
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Try it risk-free. If you don't see real progress in 30 days, I'll refund every cent.