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DS Design Studio is a hybrid marketing company that delivers agency-quality creative, project management and branding expertise. I have provided services for small to mid-sized companies that do not have the internal resources to design and deliver all of their sales and marketing initiatives. Dave Saltonstall owns and operates the studio and has a proven track record of working on-site and remotely with clients for over 20 years.

I am a driven graphic/web designer with extensive experience leading high-impact projects across digital and print platforms for top-tier brands and start-ups. I have create marketing initiatives for HEAD Wintersports, Gorton's Seafood, UPS, Tufts Health Plan, Eastern Mountain Sports, Samuel Adams, Easter Seals, Oracle, Nissui, Swarovski, Timberland, and countless other well known brands. I have designed and managed a website for Ray Bourque (RB77 apparel), designed marketing materials for Bode Miller, Lindsey Vonn, Shaquille O'Neal, Sigrid Olsen and have had a center feature spread in Rolling Stone magazine showcasing Arsenio Hall wearing a Reebok t-shirt I designed.

There are so many individuals that I must acknowledge as people whom have added great value to my working experience and my life in general. People whom I have had the pleasure to work with and collaborate with are hard working, talented, fun, entertaining, they are colleagues, mentors, and long lasting friends. I must thank all of them for allowing me the opportunity to work with them on such great projects and brands.

About

Expertise

I have a proven track record in designing, managing, and delivering marketing initiatives with measurable success and I am adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, building strong vendor and client relationships, and ensuring seamless communication across all organizational levels. I actively listen to Marketing Directors, study their brands and collaborate with clients so I can seamlessly design projects that speak to a clients' image and mission.

DS Design Studio markets to small to mid-size companies that need experienced designers who will provide the synergy and professionalism they deserve. Super bowl ads are not my specialty (well...maybe not yet) but please don't expect to get value from designers on websites like Outsource, Thumbtack or brick and mortar stores like FedEx Kinkos.

Projects I Excel At:

Online Initiatives
Sales Collateral
Signage
Package Design
Vehicle Wraps
Promotional
Direct Mail

Why DS?

Awesome Design Layout

Agency-quality creative

I develop a solid rapport with clients and work as a team

Proven track record with brand name clients

Senior-level talent on ALL projects

One-stop shop for integrated design and marketing campaigns

Unsurpassed professionalism, integrity, service and quality

Superior graphic design, print and project management

Response time is immediate

I always go the extra mile for each customer

Five "R" Concept

RAPPORT: Developing a solid rapport with clients is critical to their success.

RESPECT: All clients' perspective must be respected because they know their business better than anyone.

REACT: DS Design Studio reacts to customers needs and market trends in a timely manner.

RELIABLE: Reliability in concept and execution without mistakes saves our clients money.

RESULTS: Commitment to produce results with maximum return on investment makes our clients successful.

Our Promise

The DS brand is: honest, hard working, experienced, dependable, approachable, provides excellent design solutions, and prides itself on customer satisfaction. I promise a direct line of communication with clients and offer no unnecessary management levels that may dilute the mission and message so crucial to every brand.

My goal is to build strong relationships with clients because I listen to them intently and dig deep to understand their business.

I'm a kid at heart so my philosophy is to ask a lot of questions, stay energized, play, have fun, and be creative.

DS Design Studio creates value for clients because they are confident in my abilities, I operate with integrity, professionalism and I work closely with all team members.

About DS Design Studio

Based in Rockport, Massachusetts, one hour north of Boston on Cape Ann, Dave Saltonstall offers graphic design, marketing, project and brand management services.

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Services

Website Design & Management, Social Media & Email Campaigns, Online & Print Advertising, Collateral, Package Design, Trade Show Signage, Retail Signage, Vehicle Wrap Design, Direct Mail, Promotional Items, Brand Management, Project Management, and Print Management.

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Proven Track Record

DS Design Studio has provided marketing initiatives for well known brands in various industry sectors including sports, food & beverage, healthcare/biotech, aerospace, software, energy, cosmetics, apparel, education, finance and more.

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