Meet the Designer

Tracey Ryan Designer

Tracey Ryan

Graphic Designer & Creative Director

Hi, I’m Tracey! I’m an artist, designer, "OCD perfectionist", and all-around creative person. I've always been an artist, and that's what introduced me to graphic design. I enjoy projects from concept to creation and prefer to have creative control throughout the process to ensure outstanding results.

Throughout my 5+ years of professional design experience, I've had the opportunity to work with clients from many different industries, and have acquired a handy assortment of skills as a result. I always adhere to the highest standards and have incorporate strong design skills, artistic ability, professionalism, collaboration, creativity, and dedication. I love taking information, ideas, and identities and molding them into tangible, striking, and memorable visual pieces. For some examples, take a look through the portfolio, and send any questions you have. I look forward to working with you!


My Info


Random Facts

Hometown: Eagle, Idaho
Birthday: January 14
Food Love: Anything Coconut!
Extracurricular Interests: Nutrition, Farmer's Markets, Natural Living, Travel, Charity/Volunteer Work, Arts & Crafts



Designer Q&A

My work covers all types of marketing, content creation, and brand development. I can produce it all from concept to creation, or build on your own ideas or current materials and branding. I can build a brand from scratch, or just give an existing brand a makeover. Print collateral is easily the most common request, but in all honesty, I wear many hats!
I know it's easy to get caught up in looking for the cheapest service, fastest option, or most flowery promise. But your business is your baby- give it the care it deserves, and the best possible option for your needs! Determine what you need, set goals, and select a designer that matches up with all of that. As with any relationship, personalities can either clash or compliment each other, so try to get a good read on them first. The extra effort is worth it!
Assess your goals for the project! Be sure you know what you want the project to achieve. Just have a clear vision, or at least a clear starting point. Part of my job is often helping my clients solidify what the goal is, but the more clarity you start with, the more control you have over the direction that the project will go!
In short: DEDICATION, VISION, and EXPERIENCE. Design is always on my mind! I am dedicated to creating the most effective designs for my clients. I also think it's important to develop long-term vision and organization for every project. And hey, I know what I'm doing with this stuff! I have experience with a variety of companies and industries, and I've learned a lot about what works and what doesn't. What all of this adds up to, most importantly, is QUALITY!
I love that my job allows me to continue to be an artist and creative, but also gives me the power to fuel and grow businesses, helping others achieve their goals too! I'm an ambitious person, and I'm always happy to help others who have that same passion for success.

Skills

  • Print Design
  • Identity Design
  • Web Design
  • Copywriting & Editing
  • Photo Editing
  • HTML, CSS, Javascript
  • PC & Mac Platforms
  • Concept & Development
  • Marketing & Art Direction

Toolbox

  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Dreamweaver
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Powerpoint
  • Various Web Apps