WHAT’S IT LIKE TO WORK WITH STUDIOMJC?

 

Working with StudioMJC means more than just great visuals; it’s a collaborative, research-backed process led by a Creative Director with 15+ years of experience. We combine strategy, storytelling, and design to build brands that last. From early discovery to final delivery, we guide you through every step with clarity, intention, and creativity.

​​

IS THERE A MINIMUM BUDGET TO WORK WITH STUDIOMJC?

 

Yes. We work with clients who are serious about investing in their brand, which is why our minimum project budget starts at $10,000 USD. This ensures we can deliver the level of strategy, design quality, and research-backed decision-making that defines our work.

 

WHY IS YOUR MINIMUM BUDGET SO HIGH?

 

Every project at StudioMJC begins with in-depth discovery and research: target audience analysis, competitor benchmarking, strategic positioning, and creative direction tailored to your goals.

You’ll receive multiple custom concepts, guided revision rounds, and production-ready files; all led by a Creative Director with over 15 years of experience, a master’s degree in UX/branding, and a background in college-level design education.

Our Creative Director's work has supported products placed in major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Meijer.

 

CAN YOU SHOW EXAMPLES OF YOUR LARGE-SCALE PROJECTS?

 

Some of our most successful projects are protected by non-disclosure agreements; including CPG packaging, brand development, and national retail rollouts. We're always happy to work under NDA if confidentiality is important to you.

 

HOW LONG DOES A TYPICAL PROJECT TAKE?

 

Most projects take 6 to 12+ weeks, depending on the scope, number of deliverables, and client feedback cycles. Large-scale branding or UX/UI engagements may extend further, especially when stakeholder alignment or in-depth research is involved.

 

DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS?

 

Yes. We structure payments into milestone-based installments, aligned with phases like Discovery, Concept Development, Finalization, and Delivery. This provides transparency and makes the investment more manageable over the course of the project.

 

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN A TYPICAL BRANDING OR WEBSITE PROJECT?

 

Every branding or website engagement includes a foundational discovery phase, followed by concept development, refinement, and delivery of final assets.

For branding, deliverables typically include:
• Strategy summary and positioning
• Logo system (primary, secondary, icons)
• Typography and color palette
• Brand guidelines (mini or extended)
• Supporting visuals or packaging elements (if scoped in)

 

For websites, deliverables often include:
• Wireframes or user flows (depending on scope)
• Responsive website design (typically 4–6 pages)
• SEO-optimized structure and accessibility review
• Optional copywriting and content direction
• Handoff or development-ready assets (Wix)

 

DO YOU OFFER JUST DESIGN, OR ALSO HELP WITH STRATEGY AND MESSAGING?

 

We don’t just “make things look good”; we work with you to clarify your message, define your value, and build a system that’s rooted in purpose.

Most of our projects include brand strategy, naming, positioning, and messaging architecture, with design as the visual expression of those ideas. This ensures everything we create is not only beautiful, but also intentional and effective.

 

DO YOU WORK WITH STARTUPS OR ONLY ESTABLISHED BRANDS?

​

We love working with startups and emerging brands, especially during key growth phases like product launches or rebrands. Whether you're building from zero or pivoting your positioning, we’ll help you clarify your story, sharpen your identity, and launch with confidence.

​

CAN YOU WORK WITH OUR EXISTING LOGO OR BRAND ASSETS?

 

Yes; we’re happy to work with your existing logos, brand guidelines, or visual assets. If you already have a brand system in place, we’ll follow your style guides to ensure consistency across any new deliverables, including website design, packaging, or marketing materials.

​

If your assets could benefit from refinement, we can also explore ways to refresh or expand your visual system; such as enhancing your color palette, modernizing type choices, or creating new supporting elements that align with your current direction.

​

Whether we’re building from scratch or building on what you have, we’ll always provide an honest assessment of what’s working and where there’s room to improve.

 

DO YOU OFFER RETAINERS OR ONGOING CREATIVE SUPPORT?

 

Absolutely. If you need ongoing design, content, or marketing support, we offer retainer packages that include a fixed number of deliverables each month, priority scheduling, and reduced rates. This is ideal for businesses that need high-quality work without the hassle of repeated quotes.

 

WHAT INDUSTRIES DO YOU SPECIALIZE IN?

 

StudioMJC works across multiple industries, including beauty, wellness, cannabis, tech, education, lifestyle, and food/beverage.

 

We specialize in helping founder-led brands, startups, and creative entrepreneurs create systems that scale. Whether you’re launching a new product or refreshing an established identity, we tailor our work to resonate with your audience and meet your goals.

 

WHAT IF I’M NOT SURE WHAT I NEED YET?

 

That’s exactly why we start with strategy and discovery. We offer audits, workshops, and consulting sessions to clarify your goals, uncover challenges, and develop a roadmap before jumping into design. We’re here to guide you, not just execute.

 

DO YOU WORK WITH CLIENTS OUTSIDE THE U.S.?

 

Yes; we collaborate with clients around the world using Zoom, cloud-based tools, and flexible communication schedules. Clear expectations and asynchronous tools make remote work seamless.