I couldn't do what I do without collaboration and a lot of support. At any given time I have from 20 to 50 active projects (of varying size) in the works. It takes a lot of coordination and requires the help of other skilled folks.
Amanda Wait began working for me part-time soon after receiving her art degree. She has been at my side for more than ten years, now working nearly full-time. She is at the front line of our production process and is our resident artist. For several clients, she has become the main DG contact. People are forever commenting on what a pleasure it is to work with her. I couldn't agree more. Amanda also operates a small business on the side. (My shameless plug: visit redgrapedesign.com.)
Michael Snow was freelancing for me over a dozen years ago. He has since moved to New York State and developed a thriving business of his own. He is my point person for all things digital. When I finish my website design work, he constructs the sites, turning them into flawless, digital workhorses. I often say of Michael, "If he doesn't know something now, he is sure to know it in 10 minutes.” He is a master of his trade and is a wonderful guide for our novice web clients (you know who you are) in handling day-to-day updates.
The rest of the crew
I have the good fortune to work with several other fantastic collaborators — writers, editors, photographers, illustrators, and printers. Though I coordinate each stage of production, we approach the work as a team, seamlessly passing the baton, in turn, to offer clients a complete communications package. I work only with people I know, trust, and like. Here are a few of whom I want to make special mention:
- Debra Simes, Wordslinger
Wordslinger offers handcrafted language to meet your communications goals. Services include editing, copyediting, writing, website review, and style guides.
www.wordslinger.net | debra@wordslinger.net - Miranda Hersey Helin, Pen & Press
Pen & Press is an innovative communications consulting team that provides writing, editing, and publishing services to a range of clients and markets.
www.penandpress.com | miranda@penandpress.com - Tim Eagar, Recycled Paper Printing
Recycled Paper Printing is a full-service printer, warehouse, and mailing facility. For more than 20 years, they’ve been helping businesses and organizations look good and be green.
www.recycledpaper.com | tim@recycledpaper.com
