Design That Builds Trust, Clarity, and Growth
Branding and StoryBrand web design for small businesses, nonprofits, and creative teams in Gainesville, FL.


Whether you’re building your first brand or refining your digital presence, Clay Schmidt Creative helps you clarify your message, design with intention, and keep your brand growing through every season.
Every Brand Starts Somewhere
At CSC, our services are built around one idea — growth should feel natural. Whether you’re defining your visual foundation, building a conversion-focused website, or maintaining your momentum with ongoing care, we’ll help you move forward with clarity, connection, and craft.
A Clear Process for Long-Term Success
Every project at CSC follows a simple framework that makes the process clear, collaborative, and efficient — so you can see progress every step of the way.

1
Foundation
Define your story and visuals with clarity and confidence.
2
Growth
Build a website designed to convert and communicate clearly.
3
Continuity
Keep your site strong, optimized, and evolving long after launch.

Foundations Package
Get a strong start for your business — visual consistency, clear messaging, and a professional web presence that attracts clients from day one.
Investment:
$4,000 - $6,000
Timeline:
3 - 4 weeks
Best For:
New small businesses, local service providers, and startups ready to look professional and attract clients confidently.
What’s Included:
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Brand Discovery Workshop (guided story & audience exercise)
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Logo Suite (primary, secondary, icon mark)
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Brand Color Palette & Typography System
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3–5 Page Website (templated or semi-custom)
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Basic SEO Setup (keywords, meta, and analytics)
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1-Week Post-Launch Support
Growth Package
A story-first website and brand presence that builds trust, improves visibility, and converts visitors into loyal clients.
Investment:
$8,000 - $10,000
Timeline:
4 - 6 weeks
Best For:
Established businesses, nonprofits, and wellness professionals ready to grow their reach and refine their brand experience.
What’s Included:
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Brand Refinement (logo, colors, and visual updates if needed)
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StoryBrand Messaging Framework + Copywriting
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6–10 Page Custom Website (fully responsive, mobile-ready)
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On-Page SEO & Google Integration
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Launch Plan + Basic Analytics Dashboard
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2-Week Post-Launch Optimization Window


Complete Brand + Web Package
A complete, cohesive transformation — your story, visuals, and strategy aligned to grow your brand long-term.
Investment:
$12,000 - $15,000
Timeline:
6 - 8 weeks
Best For:
Businesses or organizations ready for a full transformation — unified strategy, design, and storytelling across every touchpoint.
What’s Included:
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Brand Strategy Workshop & Positioning Map
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Full Visual Identity System (logo, colors, type, imagery direction)
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8–12 Page Custom Website (UX design + copy + development)
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SEO Setup + Keyword Optimization
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Launch Campaign Plan (social templates + email rollout)
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1-Month Post-Launch Optimization & Analytics Review
Care & Growth Plans
Stay visible, secure, and optimized. We’ll help your brand keep growing — season after season.
Investment:
$300–$1,500/month
Timeline:
Ongoing
Best For:
Any client who wants to maintain, optimize, and grow their site after launch.
What’s Included:
Essentials ($300/mo)
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Monthly updates, backups, and security monitoring
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Plugin maintenance and uptime checks
Growth ($750/mo)
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Monthly SEO audits + keyword tracking
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Content updates and page optimizations
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Quarterly performance review
Momentum ($1,200–$1,500/mo)
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Quarterly strategy sessions
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Landing page creation + A/B testing
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Advanced local SEO or new content initiatives


Creative Partnership Services
Reliable, design-led collaboration that blends seamlessly into your team — no ego, just creative partnership.
Investment:
75–$100/hr or $3,000–$7,000/project
Best For:
Marketing and design agencies seeking reliable creative support — from white-label design to full web builds.
What’s Included:
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Brand & Web Design (Figma, Illustrator, WordPress)
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Copy collaboration or content integration
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Custom landing pages, template systems, or microsites
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Flexible communication + project management support

