Hi there, my name is Derek Kimball (DesignBuddy) and I work as a graphic designer here in Nashville Tn. While I offer a variety of visual based services, my primary goal is to help businesses and independents achieve a more professional appearance and stronger brand through better identity and print design.
This website is not just a way to showcase my work and offer my services to you; I also provide a variety of blog articles & free downloads that both clients and fellow designers/creatives will hopefully find useful and informative. You can read my blog here.
Services offered:
You can hire me for the following graphic design related services: logo design, branding, web design, image editing, photo touchup, print design (brochures, album design, posters, flyers, stationary), photography & more. For an in depth explanation of my services please visit the “services” pages in the menu navigation at the top of this website.
Perks of hiring me:
- You will be working with me directly, and not juggled around between multiple designers.
- Prompt & thorough communication throughout the process of your design project.
- What you see is what you get. I don’t outsource any of my projects like some design companies.
- I use in depth design briefs to ensure my clients & I are on the same page & share expectations.
- I care more about design quality & customer satisfaction than mediocrity & quick project turnover.
- My customers are treated with the same respect I expect when hiring a service professional.
- Because my overhead costs are less than larger design companies, my costs are typically lower.
- You will receive lifetime project support (help with files, sending designs to print shops, etc).
A little bit about me:
During the past few years I’ve worked with a variety of people and business owners from here in Nashville and all over the country. What I love most about working as a freelance graphic designer is the creative freedom and ability to work one on one with my clients.
In 2000 I graduated from Alfred State College’s “Computer Art & Design” program in NY, where my main focus of study was computer animation. Since that time I’ve deviated towards 2d based design (print and web), which has been mostly self taught through reading and a lot of hands on learning.
In a field that is ever changing, I continue to feed my brain and learn something new every day. My eventual goal is to of course continue offering the same design services I am now, but to also explore other creative mediums that interest me.
Life’s not all work, so when I’m not pushing pixels I enjoy taking photos with my Canon Rebel XTI, reading what ever I can get my hands on, playing guitar, spending time with my girlfriend, and exploring the Tennessee outdoors.
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Are you interested In Hiring Me?
If you wish to get a price quote on a project, I ask that you please fill out my quick project questionnaire. The information you provide will allow me to establish a price for your project. You can also call me at 615-425-6851. For general questions, comments, concerns, or just to say hello, please contact me through my basic contact form. Thanks, I look forward to hearing from you!
