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Media with Dee

Website Design & Development

Dana helps passionate skilled individuals turn their ideas into content, and their content into impact & revenue.

Dana already had a strong brand presence on Instagram when she came to us looking for a website.

The goal for this new brand touchpoint is to strengthen her overall online presence and brand experience.

She now has a place online she can call her own.

"My goal is to provide you with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration so you use social media in an impactful positive way to grow your business and help others while doing what you love."

- Dana Soueid

The project was divided into easy-to-follow phases and the complete process included:

  • Research and mood boarding
  • Content auditing and wireframing
  • Full website design and development (on WordPress)

Services page

Free content page

Mobile version

We spend most of our time on our phones. Having a mobile-friendly website is an absolute must. Especially when most of the traffic is going to come from social media!

Built-in link in bio

No need for third-party apps or services, when you have your own website use it to host your unique link in bio for your marketing purposes.

Established entrepreneurs need their own website.

Visit it today and meet
Media with Dee

When I decided it was time to have my own website, I confidently chose Joel to work with on this project. After connecting with him on social media, I was sure he would be the right person to help me build not only an aesthetically pleasing website, but one that would actually get more eyes on my business and help me grow. And he did exactly that!
Dana Soueid
Dana SoueidFounder of Media with Dee
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Justice is Now

Brand design

Justice Is Now is a non-profit organization created in honor of rape victims. They aim to stand up and fight to end the damaging practice of rape myths being used as a defense tactic in courtrooms, so future victims do not endure this injustice.

The conviction rate for rape has gone from 6.5% to 3.5% in the UK. Research shows that too many people believe rape myths and victim blame, and these people are the same people who end up on juries.

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The brush written signs used on protests are the inspiration for this concept. The brush stroke represents the freedom of speech and the right to shout and express your thoughts and beliefs by your means. With a vivid yet accessible style, anyone can draw it on a sign, t-shirt, or flag and join the cause. The exclamation point shows the urgency and purpose of change. The time is NOW.
Justice is Now

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Pedro Custódio

Motion Designer & 3D Render

I’m a 3D animator and creative director with more than 5 years of experience, working with both musical artists and big companies from all around the world.

Putting imagination to the test is what I do every day. 3D gives people an all-new world of possibilities on what they can achieve for their brand, from the most dramatic and out-of-this-world creations to the more realistic and minimalistic of results.

Create 3D that has meaning, that’s one of my mottos. Creating 3D is one thing, but bringing it to life is another. I always help my clients see that, have the company’s essentials represented in every design or animation we do together.

I’ve started doing graphic design in 2013 and right away, motion design caught my eye! At first, doing 2D animation, but felt restricted in what I was doing. So the only logical way was to start doing 3D, which I did for 1 year in a studio based in Lisbon, always keeping my freelance gigs.

Let’s see what we can achieve with your brand? Shoot me a message.

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Patrícia Oliveira

Graphic Designer & Illustrator

I’m a graphic designer focused on helping meaningful & nice-people-managed startups stand out by providing custom and appealing brand visuals.

My journey started with product design, but I soon found out that graphic was the way, when I realized that I had more fun creating the communication assets for my products than designing the products themselves.

Along with 4+ years of freelancing, I had the opportunity to help more than 20 (now a bit happier) business owners from all over the world.

They define the experience as reliable, enjoyable, and smooth.
Keep learning is a must, so, some of my time is invested in it, to make sure I’m always updated and ready to come up with creative solutions for any new challenges.

Let’s meet each other! 

Message me about your project or with any questions about my process. If your project seems like a good fit, we can schedule a call to discuss further details.

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Manuel Silva

3D Modeler & Illustrator

Ahoy! My name is Manel da Selva. I am a 3D Artist and Illustrator shaman based in Portugal with more than five years of experience!

Since the start of my art shaman path, I’ve shared my 3D modeling, illustration, and graphic design powers.

I’ve graduated from Esad CR and IPCA and for the past 5 years, I’ve been sharing my soul with great clients including the Boom Festival, Mythic Figurines, and Reflare Models. I’ve also had the honor to win 1st place at Esdica Comic Contest!

When I’m not working as a 3D artist I can be found on the Lusitanian forests making ancestral rites and bike riding.

Are you in need of 3D characters or props for print, design, animation, or games? And also looking for something transcendental? I’ll bring your ideas to the realm of the living just as you imagine!

Contact us today!

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Jérémy Gabon

Brand design

Focusing on prospecting through LinkedIn, Jérémy Gabon is a coach who accompanies entrepreneurs in their use of social media networks for the development of their business.  

Jérémy Gabon

Calm, helpful and professional.

To have the most positive impact on people's lives so that they can achieve their goals and inspire them to do the same.

We have also chosen important brand values that we'll translate, and manifest in the visual outputs.

Freedom

To live in complete freedom and without professional and/or monetary obstacles

Listening

Jérémy Gabon will listen to you and analyze all your concerns and needs

Preeminence

Thanks to intensive work and appropriate investments, we can take a place above our competitors

Helping

Jérémy Gabon shares his knowledge and experience with his audience every day

Helping entrepreneurs developing themselves.

Working with you allowed me to clearly define the values I wanted to put forward with my brand. Thanks to you, I now have the tools, the templates, and the structure to develop my project. What I appreciated the most with you were your understanding, attention, and responsiveness. I would recommend Joel to anyone who needs to define, structure, or improve their brand image so that it reflects their values.
Jérémy Gabon
Jérémy GabonCoach
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The Sancho Law Firm

Brand design

The Sancho Law Firm is a full-service boutique law firm specializing in real estate transactions, entity creation and maintenance, and estate planning.
The Sancho Law Firm
Experience is our Superpower.

We take pride in guiding our clients through the entire transaction by providing a customized solution that directly benefits their individual needs.

We have also chosen important brand values that we'll translate, and manifest in the visual outputs.

Innovation

21st-century law firm that features the latest technology and safety advances to ease our clients

Dynamism and Dedication

The firm is flexible and can adapt to the needs and requirements of the client while staying true to the rule of law

Approachability

Clients are treated like family as the firm becomes 100% invested in their Real Estate transactions from start to finish and beyond

Trust and Fidelity

The Sancho Law Firm, not only wants to earn their client’s business as a one-time occasion but instead, wants to become their partner of choice

From contract to closing!
We were looking for a logo redesign initially but after speaking with Joel, we realized that we would be better off with a rebranding. We and our clients loved the work as it captured our vision. We were most appreciative of Joel’s passion for the work he was doing with us. He really listened and then delivered incredible results to every one of our requirements. We recommend Joel because he impresses as a professional with knowledge about a lot of areas but best of all he is very resourceful. Thank you for the great work and we look forward to working with you again!
Dania Sancho & Yonet Garcia
Dania Sancho & Yonet GarciaThe Sancho Law Firm
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Brightcomet

Brand design

We channel our expertise and experience into innovate hypnotherapy techniques. This way we empower women to make an important change to develop self belief, confidence and drive.


Brightcomet

Investigate, Intercept, Inspire
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Great Taste & No Waste

Illustration

Illustration set for GoodBites app.

Hong Kong has a huge food waste problem with over 3000 tons going to the landfill daily, much of which can be saved. GoodBites position is to help vendors reduce waste and protect their profits (recovering costs) by selling otherwise wasted food.

GoodBites aims to help society by preventing waste, promoting food education, and raising awareness about the food waste issue.

GoodBites

"Amazing work!! A++++ delivery and communication.
Patricia was very organized and her interpretation of concepts is spot on! Highly recommended"
Alex HoGoodBites
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Able Academy

Brand design

Able Academy is the place to learn about, and get a content marketing strategy that converts untapped audiences into clients.
Filipa, founder of Able Academy wanted to start a new Instagram account for her brand and business.
To start this new journey, we needed to gain business and brand clarity to then build awareness, and with that showcase her services.
Tired of hearing crickets?
Mission

Business owners often feel overwhelmed and confused about their content marketing efforts due to the lack of results. Able Academy teaches you how to create and distribute content that converts across different platforms effectively.

Brand values

Education

At our core, we want to teach everything we know.

Transparency

Being honest and straightforward at all times.

Teamwork

An addition to your team, much more than another hire.

Altruism

Contributing to society by supporting meaningful charities, causes and foundations.

Responsability

Feeling responsible for your success.

Dedication

Always aiming for the best results we can deliver.

Plan. Create. Distribute.
Able Academy already had an existing logo, we gave it a refresh and completed the family set with new variants.

As business owners, creating and distributing content across different platforms is overwhelming. Filipa and her expertise give Able Academy students the necessary structure to do so effectively.

Colors

Typography

Stock Imagery

Icon Set

Slide Deck Template

For Able Academy to produce long-form content autonomously, we also created a slide deck template.

Social Media Templates

We designed and prepared new social media post templates for Able Academy.

These templates are easy to use and fit the brand and business needs for Able Academy to build awareness.

Tired of creating content and hearing crickets?
I expected excellent design work given Joel's portfolio. However, what I got was so much more than design... The experience, the collaboration, and the support were more than I could ever have anticipated. And the results I got in such a short period (engagement, leads, and brand association) prove how investing in design and branding pays off... Especially if you choose to work with Joel!
Filipa Canelas
Filipa CanelasFounder of Able Academy
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Spelty Biscuit

Brand design

Logo design and illustrations for Spelty Biscuit – a new sub-brand by Amavida Coffee Roasters. The biscuits are made from scratch with the finest spelt, every morning, thus ensuring quality and freshness with each batch.

They aim to be known for having a delicious, traditional, and genuine product. The font used in the logo is thick, warm, and bouncy, reminding the biscuit boxes from our grandma’s house.

Spelty Biscuits

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Finding Tuscany

Illustration

Set of illustrations to promote a one-week exploring trip through Tuscany, Italy.

This itinerary will feature stays in two heavenly villa properties, daily hikes across the green countryside, yoga sessions & local wine and food tasting, providing a glimpse into authentic Tuscan living.

Finding Tuscany

This adventure includes visits to local ricotta cheese producers and organic lavender farms...
...daily Yoga sessions (at sunrise, during the hikes, or at sunset)...
...walks through winery lands, and taste some of the best Tuscan wines...
...plus, combined olive oil and wine meals with long time olive tree grower and olive oil producers.
You will also visit internationally renown ceramic artists...
..and have a chance to prepare and enjoy an Italian Happy Meal!
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Fitness Couple

Brand design

Kristen and Stirling are health and fitness coaches. They offer a comprehensive, personalised online coaching program, focused on helping busy people lose weight, gain energy, build lean muscle, and create lifestyle and nutrition habits that last for sustainable results.

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“We think that too many people view health and fitness in the wrong way. Many people tend to put a timeline on what they want to achieve instead of seeing it as an actual lifestyle change. We believe there should be no finish line when it comes to health and that it’s about making small consistent changes that lead to BIG results that LAST.”

Kristen and Stirling

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Beanism

Brand design

Beanism is a coffee brand that offers healthy and sustainable direct-to-consumer products with a strong message about the importance of mental, physical, and spiritual health.
Beanism
Body, Mind, and Bean.

Mission

Beanism wants to bring awareness to the importance of Mental, Physical, and Spiritual health while offering healthy and sustainable products directly to the consumer.

Brand values

Health
Being healthy is the absolute core of the brand.
Self-care
Practicing self-care and seeking well-being is part of the main message.
Compassion
Recognizing that there are people suffering and the need to take action.
Communication
Strong and clear communication.
Community
Moved by a group of people with a common goal.
Gratitude
Appreciating all the people involved in this movement.
For your Physical, Mental & Spiritual Health.
Beanism

The brand goal is to spread the message and importance of overall well-being but mainly in the three categories of mental, physical, and spiritual health.

Beanism will achieve this with products that perfectly align with these three categories, and a strong and constant content creation and sharing across multiple platforms.

Healthy choices made simple.
We were looking for a logo redesign initially but after speaking with Joel, we realized that we would be better off with a rebranding. We and our clients loved the work as it captured our vision. We were most appreciative of Joel’s passion for the work he was doing with us. He really listened and then delivered incredible results to every one of our requirements. We recommend Joel because he impresses as a professional with knowledge about a lot of areas but best of all he is very resourceful. Thank you for the great work and we look forward to working with you again!
Dania Sancho & Yonet Garcia
Dania Sancho & Yonet GarciaThe Sancho Law Firm
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Tiny Leopards

Brand design

~ intro ~
Katrina is a dedicated mom and founder of Tiny Leopards. They are focused on creating clothing for eczema-prone babies that provides structural support to compliment an eczema skin management routine, all while keeping the babies looking cozy and stylish.
 
But they are not just another cute clothing brand. Katrina’s mission is to help parents protect their babies from their skin struggles, create awareness for this kind of challenges and build an online community to support the families that go through it.
 
She wanted a brand identity that would stand out and resonate with the brand vision while keeping a kid-friendly yet sophisticated and hip look.
 
My task here was to translate that mood into meaningful visuals.
Let’s find out how!
Before diving into colors and shapes, we set a session to chat about the brand. You’ll get a simple brand identity questionnaire, and, based on your insights, we’ll develop a mood board. With this, I can fully understand your goals and sense of style that will help us follow the right creative path and ensure we end up with satisfactory results.
~ concept & solution ~
logo
The Tiny Leopards logo exhibits a resting closed eye leopard and reflects the positive outcome the products will have in babies’ lives. It enhances the sense of comfort, relief and protection felt by babies when wearing these special clothes.
The arched typography transmits a sense of playfulness but also protection.
The tiny leopard is comfy, relaxed, and well-accommodated under the rainbow.

color palette

Warm, trendy & cozy:
The color palette gathers gender neutral, hip and warm pastel tones.
social media assets + icon set
Following the brand vision, Katrina wanted to transmit comfort and sleepiness on Tiny Leopards’ social media channels. So, we developed a set of templates containing organic shapes, patterns inspired by leopard spots and light color tones.
The selected typography has nice curvy details that match the overall feeling of the brand.
Remember the brand identity questionnaire I mentioned before?
It helped us create this beautiful brand identity, plus, at the end of the project, all the information was compiled on a Brand Style Guide. This document contains the most important details about the brand, as well as logo usage guidelines and overall visual style, to make sure anyone who works with it, does it cohesively.
I had an incredible experience with Patricia - she translated the vision for my brand into the perfect logo and a well-designed collection of social media templates. She's highly intuitive, creative, and delivers quality, timely work. Will work with her again!
Katrina Frolov
Katrina FrolovFounder & CEO
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Sophie Chastanet

Brand design

Sophie Chastanet is a self-development coach, who focuses on real-estate professionals to improve their mindset and prospecting processes. She was looking for a way to meaningfully start building her personal brand.
Sophie already had a following on LinkedIn when she reached out, but felt that brand-wise she didn’t had any focus, defined strategy, goals or clarity on how to do it.
By the end of a 3 months project working with us, Sophie now presents herself to the world in a way that not only makes sense to her and her audience but that also makes her proud, confident and unique!
Accueilir. Accepter. Agir.

Mission

Through training and individual sessions, Sophie Chastanet helps real estate agents to become aware of their true value and therefore to better sell themselves.

Brand values

Health

Essential ingredient inherent to each human being to succeed in life.

Boldness

We get what we want when we’re willing to take action and do what is out of the the ordinary.

Love

Love because with love we can do anything and this is the secret to succeed.

Perseverance

We can be bold and talented in what we do, but if we’re not hard-workers we may not really succeed.

Authenticity

If we want to work on ourselves, we must be true to ourselves. 

 

Caring

The best ability to be kind and generous to others.

L’humain et le business.
The project being a personal brand, we decided to work on a monogram logo that captured the flow and 360º approach Sophie provides her clients with.

The brand goal is to help individuals develop their "raison d'être", their self-esteem so that they can succeed professionally.

Stationery

A stationery that fully represents Sophie and her brand was created. Her supporting communication materials are now in-tune to her communication style and main brand goals.

L’art de la raison d’etre.

Printed booklet

Sophie's new brand identity can now be easily translated into any sort of marketing material. Always consistent, always visually engaging.

Brand guidelines book

The final step, is the Brand Guidelines Book - easy to understand and follow guidelines to implement the new brand in the most coherent and aligned way.

I was not aware of the importance of building a DNA until this path led me to Joel, we met through LinkedIn, I contacted him and we've "connected", common values and it was off we go. First of all, a wonderful experience, a passionate person, involved, anxious to understand you to transcribe and create what you are, what your business is! I appreciated everything, I would say his involvement, his concern to achieve the best for you is what I appreciate the most! I recommend Joel with my eyes closed, it is a pleasure to collaborate with people like him!
Sophie Chastanet
Sophie ChastanetCoach Humaniste
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Joel Sousa

Brand & Graphic Designer

I’m a brand identity & graphic designer passionate about helping businesses (re)create their brands the right way. I work with business owners 1:1 to help them dig deep and uncover their business’s true purpose and the goals they want to achieve with their brand.

Many of our clients are established entrepreneurs who have been in business for several years. They know the value they provide and where they want their business to go. However, most have never done the groundwork to match their brand to that inner conviction.

And let’s face it: your brand is more than a logo. It’s in everything you show up: your values, your personality, your drive, your mission, your messaging. It’s in the way you start a conversation, how you engage with your network, and how you present yourself and your company to the world.

I’ve been a graphic designer for over a decade, but since 2019, I’ve focused my work more on helping businesses create their brand foundation, designing complete Brand DNAs, and creating brand-aligned visuals.

I’m the first point of contact at GrowingDesign, and I’ll hold your hand (figuratively) through the entire process. At GrowingDesign, you work side by side with a personal team of creative freelancers, and together we’ll create a brand for you that is strong internally and externally.

I studied Graphic Design and Multimedia at the School of Art and Design in Caldas da Rainha (ESAD.CR), and am fluent in English, French, and Portuguese.

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