Hey, I’m Rachel.

I’m the owner and founder of The Tessa Creative 🖤 I help small businesses and entrepreneurs build honest and thoughtful branding and websites.

My Approach is…

Collaborative

I believe in the power of collaboration to create exceptional brands & websites. Your brand should make you feel energized, it should feel like home. I will immerse myself in your vision and goals. My dream job is to help your dream brand come true! I work closely with you to develop a website that not only reflects your brand, but exceeds your expectations. Do you know EXACTLY what you want for your website? AWESOME, let’s get started! Are you starting from zero with no idea where to begin building your brand identity? PERFECT! I will be your guide and we will work together to hone in on who your brand will be. 

  • Community Advocate

    The Tessa Collective (our sister organization) gives back to local charities through support from local women’s homemade arts! (site launching soon!)

  • 14+ Years of Design Experience

    Across web, mobile, and print

  • Over 7 Websites Made

    For 3 happy clients

My Projects

How it started...

Here is a look at the BEFORE of a little website created and owned by an amazingly talented counselor. She owns her own practice and works incredibly hard everyday to help people, which is her dream-job! However, building her own branding and website… not her area of expertise… That’s where I came in! My dream job is to listen to YOUR big dreams and translate them into a cohesive brand and online presence. See below for this website GLOW-UP 😉

How it’s going…

The AFTER! I worked with this client to understand her vision. I loved getting to know her! I updated her logo and made it a bit more modern. I was able to renovate her existing website to contain all the simple functionality and content she wanted while also showcasing her colorful personality. Now she is able to show potential clients a glimpse of her authentic self, while engaging them in a memorable website experience that she is proud of. And the best part? SHE loves it! My dream job is to make you swoon over your brand. So, what are we waiting for?

What Clients are Saying

"I recently worked with Rachel in getting my website up and running.  I had a massive black line through the middle of the site and had zero idea on how to fix it or add information to the site.  Rachel worked closely with me in learning my personality and my preferences to design the perfect site for me.  I really appreciate her flexibility and professionalism in creating exactly what I needed.  I highly recommend Rachel to anyone looking to get their website to do what they want without having to struggle to figure it out alone!”

- Mary Beth McCabe, LPC

MaryBethCounseling.com

FAQ

  • First things first, don't be nervous! We'll start with a free consultation to determine your design needs (and if we'll make great collaborators). Send me an email via the form below and I will reach out to you shortly!

    Then, we'll hop on a call to chat about your needs and how I can help make your vision a reality. Next, I'll send you a statement of work and a contract to review and e-sign, along with an invoice for a deposit to secure your spot. Then, we will collaborate to create a mood board that helps clarify the feel of your brand. After that I will map out our next steps! I’m all about keeping the communication flowing, so you'll always be in the loop and never feel lost!

  • It all depends on the project and what you need, but we’ll craft a timeline that fits both our schedules perfectly, ensuring your launch is a smash hit! Usually, a complete branding package with a shiny new website takes about 4-6 weeks. Once you sign up with me, I'll lay out all the deadlines in a contract, so you'll always know when to expect the next exciting update!

  • Available Packages:

    • Branding Package $300+ : Includes- Branding strategy session | custom logo | custom alternate logo, | custom style-sheet that details your branding color palette, hex codes & fonts | custom Facebook banner | sub-mark logo for socials | and three customized Instagram icons | *includes unlimited revisions, I will work with you until you LOVE your branding!*

    • Fully Branded Website Creation Package $600+: Includes- Website planning and strategy session | fully customized, responsive & mobile-friendly Squarespace, Wordpress, or Shopify site (for a built-from-scratch website hosted elsewhere please email me for more info!) | Custom domain set-up | Contact forms to engage future clients | Blog set-up & integration | E-commerce store set-up | Site Launch strategy session | Two pre-launch graphics to get your audience excited for the big launch | Unlimited tech support for one month following launch includes learning session & video of how to update your site on your own! *OR if you love my work, I will gladly offer my hourly rate to make monthly/weekly updates as need. Email me for more info!*

    • Only need a website update? Or a logo update? Maybe you only need some help updating your social media or a consult on SEO optimizing your brand?... I also design print media like BUSINESS CARDS, stickers, brochures, & promotional post cards...Let me know! The sky is really the limit. My hourly rate is generally $30 per hour, but based on project scope.

    • ARE YOU A SMALL BUSINESS LOCATED IN WOODSTOWN, NJ? Let me know, you'll receive a discount for using my services.

    *Pricing is based on both the project's scope and your desired timeline. (I promise the fairest rates and will always get your approval before we begin our journey together)

Let’s Chat!

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Schedule a FREE 1:1 consultation with me to discuss your vision for your brand & your website design needs. It’s TOTALLY ok if you are starting from zero, nothing excites me more than a blank canvas!