who is A. Calvin Design?
ABOUT US
A digital marketing and creative design agency.
A. Calvin Design is a boutique creative digital marketing and website design agency based in Kent, Ohio, that helps small businesses and non-profits create brands that bring confidence. Whether you need help with logo design, website design, motion graphic design, graphic design, or illustration, our agency is here to craft the quality designs you need to promote your business so you can share your brand with confidence. Because when you look good, you feel good, and that good aura surrounding your brand becomes a magnet. It attracts clients, enhances trust, and increases brand loyalty.
“Amanda did an amazing job on my illustrations! She immediately understood what I wanted and has excellent communication skills, which make this process a breeze. Of course her work is just stunning, and it took my slides for my recent keynote address at a conference in Brazil to a new level. I got so many lovely comments on my slides and I am so grateful that I found Amanda. She is exactly who I was looking for!”
Judy Jenner
Co-Owner of Twin Translations
“Amanda is a wonderful designer and is a pleasure to work with! She is very good at communicating each step of the design and review process. When she delivers something, she also reminds you of the next steps. This is very helpful as a busy professional these days! I loved Amanda took our ideas and came up with several concepts that fit the colors and branding we discussed. It was also great how we could tell her what we liked from each concept and have her implement those tweaks to create a final design we were pleased with. Thank you, Amanda!“
Madalena Sánchez Zampaulo
Spanish and Portuguese > English Translator and Owner of Accessible Translation Solutions
“This wonderful lady has been a true asset to our team for well over a year! [S]he has been creating awesome Graphic Design pieces for us and is just a true leader that we are so blessed to have on our team! For me personally, she ALWAYS comes through on everything I ask of her. She is open, honest, and provides feedback where needed. She also never misses deadlines.“
Lauren Gall
Co-Owner of VaVa Virtual Assistants
“For those who have never worked with a designer before, the prospect can seem daunting, intimidating and even prohibitively expensive. Working with Amanda was anything but that. She is accessible, professional, and creative!“
Antonio E. Guerra
PR and Communications Chair
“The logo and branding Amanda created for Tilde are exactly what I was looking for without really knowing it, and her design work has been a crucial element to helping my business put our best foot forward. I am completely pleased with the work Amanda has produced for Tilde and am always proud to present my business card to new clients because I know that the work she produced for us is impressive and exceptional.“
Jamie Hartz
Owner of Tilde Language Services
“Amanda designed a modern and professional motion graphic video for the American Translators Association. Amanda is clear and transparent about the entire design process, from start to finish. She stepped up to every challenge that came our way, even providing narration for the video when we needed it.“
Molly Yurick
Deputy Director, Public Relations Committee at American Translators Association and Spanish-to-English translator at Yurick Translations
“Incredible. Amanda is a pleasure to work with. She listens to my needs and wishes about each project I presented her with. Staying along the lines presented she tweaked each project in a complementary way to finalize a professional product I was looking for. I have gotten nothing but praises on the products. I owe it to Amanda for those compliments. She is a great listener and she is great with response times as well. I will continue to work with her in the future. I totally recommend her for any of your companies marketing related needs“
Osman Aydemir
Owner of Mayis Properties
OUR VALUES
Friendliness & Respect
Our business is built on our good relationships with our friends, or some call them clients.
Timeliness
We believe that good business means making deadlines and meeting on time. It’s that simple.
Knowledge Sharing
We love to share our knowledge so you can make good decisions about your visual identity.
We make projects fun!
We are the meeting you can look forward to. Together we will make your business look great and feel great.
ABOUT OUR FOUNDER
Over her ten years of experience in the field, Amanda Calvin has designed websites, illustrations, and graphics for over 100 small businesses across the nation and taught graphic design at her alma mater Kent State University. She founded A. Calvin Design in early 2017 to pursue her passion for assisting others visualize their dream businesses. Amanda prides herself on equipping clients with the knowledge and confidence that allows them to implement and maintain their visual identity, long after the project is completed.
OUR CORE TEAM
Our core team is comprised of dedicated and passionate professionals who aim to fulfill our client’s design and marketing needs with care and efficiency.
Holly Hamilton
Graphic Designer & Illustrator
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About Holly
Holly is a designer, animator, and lead illustrator with a specialization in vector graphics. A multi-talented creator, she was awarded the 2019 Stark State Spartan Award for excellence in graphic design. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from her Alma Mater, Kent State University, where she earned her BS in Visual Communication Design. Holly is a versatile artist who is dedicated to crafting beautiful designs that suit each client’s unique identity. Outside of the office, she enjoys crafting, playing cozy video games, and cherishing moments with her feline friend, Jesper.
Keri Graybill
SEO Specialist & Copywriter
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About Keri
Keri has worked 5+ years as an in-house SEO and analytics lead for a popular commercial supplier. She has been freelancing as an SEO, editor, and content writer for A. Calvin Design since 2021. Her results-oriented personality drives her to power through tasks without compromising quality. When she’s not working, you’ll find her investing in her passion for all things culinary, coffee, and travel.
Chantel Duncan
WordPress Developer
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About Chantel
Bio coming soon!
Allie Calvin
WordPress Developer & Accessibility Specialist
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About Allie
Allie is a UX and accessibility consultant with a background in geology and GIS. With 4 years of combined experience in UX and full-stack development, they have earned certificates in UX and accessibility and hold a BS in Geology and a Master’s degree in GIS. Allie is passionate about ensuring digital products and services are accessible to all users and improving the user experience. In their free time, they enjoy learning new skills, crafting (especially digital art and needlepoint), and solving escape rooms and mystery boxes with friends and family.