Just Be Nice Studios was born from a moment of passing connection. A brief encounter—during a time of troubling doubt—involving a stranger, a highway and one dark, starry night. We'll leave the details for when we finally meet ;) but suffice to say, this simple story became a spark of hope, a reminder of resilience and kindness. It stayed with me, and I realised we all carry stories like this—small, powerful moments that reignite our belief systems. And therein was born JBN's founding impulse: to tell stories that inspire, uplift, and give people the strength to keep going.
In a world quick to embrace cynicism, we believe responsible storytelling is our most powerful force for good. The right stories—told with heart and hope—can spark optimism, resilience, and action. Kindness isn’t weakness; it’s strength. It fuels solutions, spreads hope, and moves people to contribute to change. At JBN, we frame stories that reflect the best in humanity, never shying away from nuance, and showing the world what’s possible when we believe in a brighter future.
The world is changing, and in the face of epic challenges—from climate impact, to xenophobia and anxiety—we need bold, empathetic storytellers to shape a new narrative. That’s what we do. From human rights to social justice, contemporary culture to entrepreneurial vision, we create transformative stories that champion the diversity of the human experience. As we move forward, we stay true to one belief: the stories we tell can change the world for the better.
JBN has committed to being a Climate Positive company, using sustainable production practices to inspire and implement solutions to the environmental crisis.
Web Designer
Nov. 2020 – Present
Design digital experiences to help high growth Saas companies achieve their goals through creative strategy and technology
Create, re-think, and re-work client visual identities to position them as creative leaders in their field of expertise
Solve UX problems through thoughtful, empathetic problem solving
Design intuitive and purposeful UX/UI experiences to support client goals and objectives
Graphic Designer
Oct. 2018 – Nov. 2020
Design logos, brand guidelines, presentations and websites
Spearhead design and execution of front-end website designs that include initial site plans, wireframes, and prototypes
Collaborate with developers to create seamless UX/UI experiences and launch functional websites for both small and large companies
Support clients in on-going design and development of branded print and digital collateral as well as website maintenance beyond launch
Design and produce unique social media content
Work with Directors to clarify project objectives and become subject-matter experts for our clients in a variety of industries (ex: commercial real estate, healthcare and education)
Research current design trends to push the boundaries of branding while also maintaining consistency across multiple customer touch points
Graphic Designer
Sept. 2014 – April 2018
Worked closely with Creative Director to understand client needs and design appropriate environmental graphics for both decorative and wayfinding purposes in three different home design showrooms
Utilized knowledge of ratios and conversion methods to create specification decks with elevation layouts used to construct and install environmental graphics for five different large scale projects
Maintained and organized project files to enhance team’s productivity and work flow throughout the design and production process
Graphic Design Intern
June 2017 – Sept. 2017
Designed digital marketing campaigns for more than 10 direct-to-consumer small businesses that boosted customer engagement and brand affinity
Designed 10+ logos and corresponding brand guidelines
Collaborated with colleagues to create highly efficient work systems and continuously improve our knowledge and skills in the latest design software
Arizona State University
Graphic Designer
Sept. 2014 – Jan. 2017
Collaborated with Creative Director on high profile marketing campaigns that gained national exposure and increased enrollment in several national ranking programs
On-boarded two new student designers to facilitate their understanding of best practices, brand standards, and support their acclimation into the Hub work culture
