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 shared observation: even the most passionate businesses can struggle to look as exceptional as the work they deliver. Sam, steeped in design and UX, kept seeing brands held back by dated visuals. Kaelynn, rooted in marketing, watched strong stories lose momentum for lack of clear, compelling presentation. We founded Mane Stage to close that gap—pairing design precision with strategic messaging so brands can show up as powerfully as they perform.
Every project we take on starts with curiosity. We dig into what makes your business tick, translate that insight into a distinct visual language, and build the assets—logos, websites, collateral—that carry your story across every touchpoint. By keeping our studio intentionally small, we stay hands-on and responsive, ensuring the final work feels unmistakably yours—and drives the results you’re after.

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
1. Discover
quick call, clear objectives.
1. Discover
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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 Duo with a Shared 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.

Kaelynn Lesniak
Founder & Marketing Expert
10 + years of campaign planning and audience engagement. Knows how to turn a brand story into measurable growth.