I help clients like you

communicate who they are and what they stand for so they can connect with their audiences on a deeper level and make a bigger impact on the world

 

I’m Kimi Mischke (Mish-key), Brave & Co’s owner/designer. I founded Brave & Co in 2016 after over a decade in design. I’m driven by both my passion for powerful visual storytelling and a desire to contribute positively to the world by working with non-profit organizations and mission-driven businesses

My career in design began 16 years ago at a brilliant little stationery company called iota. Four years later, I moved on and opened a design studio with two partners. For almost eight years, I worked on countless branding and rebranding projects for all sorts of clients, from construction firms to cafés, bike shops to non-profits. In 2016, I went solo and took my business online. And now, I'm using my knack for creating striking imagery, gorgeous color palettes and exceptional typography to help businesses and nonprofits impact their worlds positively.

values

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    HONESTY

    The success of any design project requires clear and straightforward communication about the work, deadlines, and, of course, costs. I’ll provide you with estimates, timelines, and my terms up front. In return, I ask you to provide honest feedback and to be clear about your needs and goals. on goes here

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    COLLABORATION

    While I’m an expert in design and visual problem solving, you bring vast experience and knowledge about your specific industry, business or organization to the table. You may even have some great design ideas, and I welcome that. Together, we can go much farther than we can alone!

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    KINDNESS

    Compassion. Empathy. Respect. Without them we are lost. Yes, tell the truth, but do it with kindness. I respect your expertise and your needs and will do everything I can to meet them. I ask that you, in turn, respect mine.

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    COURAGE

    To me, courage means owning my mistakes when I make them and telling the truth, even when it’s difficult. It means not being afraid to push my designs, to try new things, and to take chances. I ask you to also have an open mind and a willingness to be brave. Because that’s where the magic happens!

let's work together

process

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DEFINE
DEFINE

We start by defining your project. You tell me what you need and by when you need it. We talk about your vision and goals for the piece and make sure we’re clear about expectations. I create a timeline and estimate, and once approved, we really get down to brass tacks.

DISCOVER
DISCOVER

During the discovery phase, I research and gather information. I learn as much as I can about your target audience, your competitors, and your industry if it’s new to me. I start brainstorming and sketching to generate ideas and begin developing concepts for your project.

DESIGN
DESIGN

Now it’s time to design and refine. I nail down the most appropriate concepts and turn sketches into prototypes. I present mockups, and you provide feedback. From there, I refine and edit until we’re ready to go to print or launch.

DELIVER
DELIVER

For print projects, I prep your files for printing and sent them to print. Then they land on your doorstep, and we all cheer!

For websites, I’ll test your site, making sure everything is working the way it should be. Then we go live and celebrate!

most importantly

I show up. I get things done. I am honest almost to a fault. I am not always perfectly primped and pretty. I've had a grey streak in my hair since I was in my twenties, and it's spreading rapidly. I’ve decided to own it instead of dying it. Living with joy, courage and kindness are hugely important to me. I love graphic design, almost as much as I love my family. Outside is my happy place, but reading a good book on the couch is nice, too. I am not a great cook, but I try my best. I care deeply about people and the planet. I'm a recovering perfectionist, and I believe that life is too short for any of us to spend it doing things that don't feed our souls.