All The Design Your Growing Brand Needs
Your brand deserves more than a scattered constellation of freelancers.
Your Trusted Partner For The Long Haul
You've got a universe of design needs, but piecing together a team of different designers, developers, and strategists feels like herding shooting stars. Every new project means explaining your brand vision all over again, coordinating multiple timelines, and hoping everything aligns in the end.
What if you had a dedicated mission control for all your brand needs?
HOW IT WORKS
It's Like Ground Control For Your Growing Brand
Stop bouncing between vendors and start moving forward with a strategic partner who knows your brand galaxy inside and out. From quick-turn design tasks to full-scale marketing launches, we're your one consistent crew for keeping your brand on trajectory.
What Makes The Retainer Different
Full-Stack Capabilities
From illustration to web development, design to marketing strategy
Strategic Partnership
Monthly planning sessions to keep your brand aligned with business goals
Mission-Ready Communication
Phone, text, and email access for seamless collaboration
Emergency Service
Retainer clients get priority service + discounted rates for urgent projects
Meet your Ground Control:
Hi, I’m Erin Stratton, the founder of Skyward Ink.
I work with small business owners, creative entrepreneurs, and anyone else who’s ready to think beyond today’s urgent tasks and invest in the bigger picture. My clients are tired of short-term fixes and want a brand that reflects their values, purpose, and vision for the future.
With over two decades of experience in brand and web design, I help small businesses do big work by building brands that are strategic, consistent, and primed for long-term success.
PACKAGES
Choose Your Support Level
Choose based on the number of hours you need each month:
Orbit
For businesses needing consistent brand support
5hours of dedicated design & strategy time
Monthly mission planning call
Emergency support access (+$100/hr
Multi-channel communication (p, text, email)
3-month minimum commitment
$550/month
(reg. $625 - save 10%)
BEST FOR: Small design projects or web maintenance
Deep Space
For growing businesses with active marketing needs
10 hours of dedicated design & strategy time
Monthly mission planning call
Emergency support access (+$90/hr)
Multi-channel communication (phone, text, email)
3-month minimum commitment
$1,050/month
(reg. $1,250 - save 15%)
BEST FOR: Regular design needs with strategic guidance
New Frontiers
For businesses ready to launch or completely transform
20 hours of dedicated design & strategy time
Monthly mission planning call
Emergency support access (+$80/hr)
Quarterly brand review & strategy session
Multi-channel communication (phone, text, email)
3-month minimum commitment
$2,000/month
(reg. $2,500 - save 20%)
BEST FOR: Brand launches, rebrands, product creation
HOW IT WORKS
Ground Control Process
- Launch Briefing: Initial strategy call to align on goals and priorities for the quarter
- Mission Planning: Monthly planning sessions to map out projects and timelines
- Regular Transmissions: Consistent updates and communication through your preferred channels
- Rapid Response: Quick turnaround on urgent needs with priority service
- Course Corrections: Strategic adjustments as your business evolves
WHAT'S COVERED
Your Complete Design Constellation
Each retainer includes access to our full spectrum of design capabilities. Think of it as having every star in your brand's galaxy perfectly aligned and at your service.
- Brand design & illustrations
- Website updates & development
- Marketing materials
- Launch strategy & planning
- Social media graphics
- Presentation design
- Digital marketing assets
Field Reports From Fellow Explorers
The thing I LOVE about working with Erin is how FAST she “gets” the concepts we need, and how she ties everything together. Our logo compliments our letterhead, which ties in with the business cards, which look great with the thank you notes, and it all lines up well with the website. Everything was custom, made-to-order and there is nothing cookie-cutter about her work. When you want more than “just a logo”—that is, when your business is ready for the next level of having a real, living identity—you’ll be very glad you went with Erin.
Ben Utley
Physician Family Financial Advisor
Erin Ferree is one of my favourite business investments, and one I joyfully make every month on an ongoing basis.
What I get is the whole enchilada including multiple designs each month with a focus on the end goal, to reach, convert and retain our perfect client. In addition to an upleveling of income through her work, she also makes it possible for us to lead with design when planning new income streams, a central value of ours. All of this is done with ‘expectations plus’ service. Thank you, Erin, so much, for the gifts of beauty, peace of mind, relief, wonder and expanded capacity for success!
Andrea J. Lee
Coach
Ready For Liftoff?
Stop managing multiple vendors and start focusing on the bigger picture of your business growth. With my design retainer, you'll have a dedicated designer that knows your brand at the ready.
FAQ
Your hours can be used for any design, development, or strategic work including:
- Brand design & illustrations
- Website updates & development
- Marketing materials
- Launch strategy & planning
- Social media graphics
- Presentation design
- Digital marketing assets
Deep Space and New Frontiers members get priority access for urgent projects outside regular hours, plus a discount on our emergency rates. I understand sometimes you need a quick launch!
Additional hours can be purchased at your package's discounted rate, subject to availability. We'll always let you know when you're approaching your monthly limit.
Yes, we ask for a 3-month minimum commitment. This allows us to truly understand your brand and provide strategic, long-term value rather than just quick fixes.
