Design Consulting
Vision & Strategy
“Without vision the people perish”
We do our best work and enjoy doing it when we are contributing to a great vision.
A strong vision driven by great leaders creates an environment where individuals are motivated to do their best work, and teams can collectively achieve amazing goals.
Problem Solving
I enjoy the process of tackling complex problems in new and innovative ways, challenging the status quo in search of a better way to do things. Whether designing a product to meet a human need or re-defining a system that enables better collaboration between groups of people, the process of truly defining the problem and collaborating with key stakeholders to identify the best possible solution is what motivates me.
How?
Design Thinking
"A solution based approach to solving problems"
While there are many variations of Design Thinking Tools, the methodology has been used for decades across many sectors of business to re-frame the way that we approach problems by focusing on solutions rather than on the problem.
It is an iterative process that challenges the way we tackle problems, creating an environment where new ideas can be discovered, expanded on, prototyped, and tested.
Why?
Innovative Solutions
Maintaining an edge in today’s competitive landscape is no easy task! Looking for fresh ideas and paradigm shifting approaches to current challenges by resorting to the old, tried and true sources of inspiration is not the answer. The business environment today demands a new approach... Creative Problem Solving.
Unfortunately there is no one-size-fits-all method. Each new problem and challenge is unique, and sometimes they’re constantly changing.
The silver lining is this: these complex challenges represent great opportunities for innovation, and those that lead the charge have much to benefit when the majority of the competition fails to react with the same focus and drive.
Organizations looking to drive innovation need leaders that can strategically tackle these complex problems using solid Design Thinking methods.
If you are looking for a strategic leader with a diverse background that is ready to develop new ideas, explore new possibilities, and generate the drive and dynamism to motivate others toward positive change, let’s talk!
Consulting
Need some design/strategy support, but not ready to hire a full-time designer?
Have a specific need that can be discussed and workshopped in an afternoon?
We should chat about some consulting!
Cost = Charged by an hourly rate.
Project Based
Do you have a specific project that could use some design support?
Let's talk about your project! Depending on the scope, goals, and timing, we'll put together a package that fits your needs.
Cost = Project Fee based on estimated number of design hours/complexity
Partnership
Have multiple initiatives going on that could use design support, but not ready to hire a full-time position?
Consider a partnership! Get the benefits of having a designer/strategist on your team at roughly half the cost of hiring one full-time.
Cost = Initial Fee + Monthly Retainer (details dependant on needs)
How do I get started?
The impact of design can be exponential to your business! But, how do you get started?
Do you add a full-time designer to your staff?
Do you enter an agreement with a design agency?
Do you contract design work out on a case-by-case basis?
Those are great questions and the answer is… it depends.
For some businesses, hiring a full-time designer is a great choice. If you have the infrastructure, plan, and budget in place.
If not, contracting this work out might be a better fit. How you handle this contract work can vary based on your business needs as well.
With JC Creative we offer flexible options based on your needs. Below are some examples.
Each project and business is unique, so whether you're ready to talk about your project or if you're still unsure how to move forward, let's talk!