Hi, I’m Debbie –

brand maven.

font lover.

code junkie.
Design Addict.

I sync brand identity with strategic messaging and thoughtful design for measurable engagement and improved user experiences.

I have experience in B2B, B2C, and SaaS brand design & leadership.

TeleQuality Communications

CatchOn

Education Networks of America (ENA)

CatchOn & Digital Promise

Zayo

I am resourceful and forward-thinking with experience developing creative strategy, leading teams, and collaborating with internal teams and agency partners.

Here are a few of my hard skills.

typography

Fonts speak. They create personality and star as literal characters in your brand story. Choosing the right font to communicate is as important as the words they create.

animation

Because a bit of movement can captivate, create engagement, and bring a brand to life.

print production

Print can be a technical beast. Knowing the differences in printing techniques and proper production processes for each is an art form in itself.

UX

Beautiful Design is great, but it gets you nowhere without a clear understanding of the customer journey.

Illustrations & icons

Illustrations and icons are the little brand elements that can make an impact or a statement in seconds. Let’s make custom elements for your brand!

Branding & identity

From refreshing tired brands to creating completely new visual identities, the goal is always to build a meaningful brand.

After more than 17 years of designing, I'm still obsessed with layout, typography, and color. But after the last decade of working in Marketing, I’ve added to that list of loves – creative messaging, strategy, and branding – the hearts of the companies I’ve worked with.

I am a visual person, so I love marrying words to images. And I can do it in either English or Spanish. Being fluent in both has turned out to be pretty cool. (A surprise to my teenage self!) And I love to learn. Give me a code or challenge me with a new skill, and I'll work until I figure it out.

I'm at my best leading a team and working through creative ideas and projects. I love the satisfaction of seeing ideas come to life, and there's so much creativity and inspiration that results from multiple minds with one goal.

I have worked with agency and in-house teams, and am better for it. Working with many people on simultaneous projects under one company identity has confirmed this knowledge – Branding is Everything.

I believe classic can be unique. I believe corporate can be fresh and new. I believe in quirky with purpose. And, I believe some of the best work comes from building great working relationships. I can’t wait to meet you!

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WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT ME

Debbie is someone who always jumps into projects with a fresh perspective and enthusiasm. She truly takes the time to listen to the objectives, understand the tasks and provide guidance and recommendations depending on the target audience and goals.
– Deidre Clase | Senior Ed-Tech Events Coordinator
Regardless of how much design expertise her collaborators have, Debbie never condescends and makes everyone feel that their contributions matter. At the end of the day, everyone involved in one of her projects is happy with it.
Alicja Johnson | Director of Communications
[Debbie’s] enthusiasm, communication skills, and professional demeanor made her an amazing leader. But the one thing I appreciated most was her technical expertise.
Ryan Hall | Art Director
As the senior member of the Creative team in, I grew to rely heavily on Debbie's management of resources, staffing decisions and product savvy. Her thoughtful approach to design and easy-to-work with demeanor are uncommon…
Alvin Ho Young | Creative Director
Not only is she a joy to work with, but Debbie also brings a blend of design strategy, creativity, and professionalism to every project. Her dedication, collaborative nature, and reliability make her a valuable asset to any team.
Jenna Laux | Marketing Event Manager

Let’s Work Together

I'm always seeking genuine, authentic connections: with my team, with brands, and with your business.

(405) 694-1441
dcookcreative@gmail.com