Where Passion Meets Precision
We pair deep design expertise with real-world business insight to craft brands, websites, and collateral that move the needle—no matter your industry.
Our Story
Mane Stage Creative began with a simple observation: even the most passionate businesses can struggle to look as exceptional as the work they deliver. With a background in design and UX, Sam consistently saw strong brands held back by dated visuals and unclear presentation. Mane Stage Creative was founded to close that gap—bringing thoughtful design, strategic clarity, and a refined visual presence to brands that deserve to be seen at their best.
Every project starts with curiosity. We take the time to understand what makes your business unique, translate that insight into a clear visual language, and create the assets—logos, websites, and print and digital materials—that carry your story across every touchpoint. By keeping the studio intentionally small, Mane Stage Creative remains hands-on and responsive, ensuring each final product feels authentic, cohesive, and built to support your goals.

What Drives Us
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Clarity first – design should make decisions easier, not harder.
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Progress over perfection – iterate quickly, improve continuously.
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Depth beats breadth – do fewer things, do them exceptionally well.
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Inspired by you – your goals lead; our craft follows.
How We Work
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quick call, clear objectives.
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moodboards → logo, layouts, color & type.
2. Design
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websites, print assets, or social kits come alive.
3. Build
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final polish, hand-off, go-live.
4. Launch
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30-day tweak window or ongoing retainer—your choice.
5. Support
A Dynamic Designer with a Passion for Creativity

Sam McCraken
Founder & Designer
10+ years of design within branding and UX/UI experience, and graphic design. Big on detail, bigger on results.
