Amanda Smallwood
Art Director + Designer
Strategic design for organizations communicating complex ideas.
I partner with government, nonprofit, and mission-driven clients to transform research, data, and technical content into clear, credible visual communication. With 15+ years of experience — including in-house creative leadership — I specialize in reports, proposals, publications, data visualization, and strategic marketing materials.
My approach combines structured editorial design, thoughtful typography, and disciplined visual systems with strong project management and collaborative partnership. The result is work that builds trust, supports decision-making, and strengthens your message where it matters most.
THE DESIGN PROCESS
I take pride in guiding my clients through a streamlined design journey. Clear communication and well-defined goals create the best foundation for exceptional design. From start to finish, we’ll collaborate closely to ensure your vision comes to life, resulting in a final product we can both be proud of.
CONTACT + CONSULTATION
We begin by addressing any initial questions you have and discussing your project’s scope, objectives, and timeline. After our conversation, I’ll provide you with a cost estimate and formal proposal to make sure we’re aligned on expectations.
DESIGN
During the initial design phase, I’ll request any content, images, or existing branding that should be incorporated. We’ll also discuss your preferences for color, typography and overall design style to ensure it aligns with your vision.
PRODUCTION + REVIEW
Once the preliminary drafts are ready, I’ll share them with you for feedback. We’ll discuss what you like, what could be improved and make any necessary revisions in the following rounds.
FINALIZATION
After your approval, I’ll deliver the high-resolution final files, ready for use.