A little bit about me
My background
My name’s Nick! I graduated from Mississippi College with my bachelor’s in Biblical Studies, with minors in Graphic Design and English Writing. During college, I worked as a missions intern at my home church, a tutor in the Department of Christian Studies, and even the school mascot (Feel free to ask me about the helicopter), among other odd jobs here and there. After graduating in May of 24 and getting married just a few weeks later in June to my wonderful wife Sydney, we moved to Birmingham to continue our education (PharmD for her, MDiv for me). In August of that same year, I started full time as a student minister in Birmingham and am blessed to still be in that position today. Sydney and I live in the Vestavia Hills area of Birmingham specifically with our two cats, Mjolnir and Espresso. In a relatively short amount of time, I’ve gotten to work with a lot of people, churches, and ministries around the world, and I hope that you’ll be included on that list soon.
How I got into design
Since middle school (or even earlier, honestly), I’ve loved making stuff. When I got my first gaming console, I gave myself a challenge to build my own gaming headset so that I could talk to my friends. I could have just bought one, but the idea of making something with my own hands to communicate with someone else miles away felt interesting to me.
So, with a spare set of headphones from a carseat mounted DVD player, a microphone I found at my grandparents’ house, and a pair of socks, I went to work. I taped and wired it all together, plugged it into my controller, and sure enough, it worked… MOST of the time, which was still a win.
Ever since then, the idea of building to communicate has stuck with me, especially as I’ve continued to work in ministry in the US and internationally, and everywhere I’ve been, communication has been a shared trait at every turn. That’s the beauty of the Gospel - that it can be shared anywhere with anyone in a way that’s Scripturally rooted but personally connected.
It’s that mindset I bring to every project I work on. Whatever it is, it is a vessel to share the Gospel.
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FAQs
What services do you offer?
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Frankly, I’m open to most any design work, especially for churches and ministries. My specialties are in logo and brand design, but I also have experience designing merchandise, screen graphics, and websites. Regardless of the scope of the project, I’d love to talk to you - we’ll figure out the details later.
Can’t I just use AI to do this?
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I mean… yeah. Using AI to craft your brand often leads to inconsistent design elements, impersonal style choices, and a logo that can oftentimes stick out like a sore thumb. Think of it like watching your favorite movies from decades ago - the CGI looked GREAT then, but now? Maybe not so much.
My work focuses on creating a brand that you can be proud of for years to come.
How are you any different from other designers?
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I’m certainly not the first to do it (There’s plenty of Biblical figures who blend their ministry with art), but my work blends the need for clear and consistent messaging with a focus on the greatest message of all - the Gospel. With my background and education in ministry, I’m able to unite good design with good theology to give you a logo that’s rich with meaning that can be used as a tool for your ministry, rather than something that hinders it.
How long does this sort of thing typically take?
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To get everything honed in just right, it can take about 4 to 6 weeks to go through the initial design phases and subsequent revisions. That timeline can be adjusted depending on the scope and the urgency of the project.
In the age of social media, AI, and the internet, it can be daunting to try to adapt and fit into the digital world, especially if your congregation is really attached to the logo Brother Bill put together back in the 80’s. We love Bill, and we wouldn’t be here without the work he’s done, but it’s ok to change, and sometimes it’s necessary to continue growing your church family.
We live in a digital world where anywhere between 60-80% of church visitors visit your church website before ever setting foot on your campus. If the digital space is their first impression, let’s make it a good one! Websites nowadays have almost overtaken the traditional road sign or billboard - if your billboard is riddled with typos, an outdated logo that looks like it’s falling apart, and a tough to navigate user interface, they may not ever give you a chance physically. I don’t say that to discourage, but to encourage- we have more ways to share the Gospel than ever!