Darkroast.co - UI/UX Design Services

Add a rockstar designer to your team without the cost and commitment of hiring full-time.

About Darkroast.co

DarkRoast is a UI/UX design agency specializing in providing dedicated graphic designers for direct-to-consumer (DTC) and consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands. They offer unlimited graphic design services with a focus on delivering high-quality creative assets without the overhead of hiring a full-time designer. Their mission is to provide an always-available, senior-level graphic designer to businesses for a flat monthly fee, ensuring consistent brand cohesion and quick turnaround times. DarkRoast aims to be an indispensable partner for companies seeking reliable and exceptional design support.

Company Overview

Founded: 2015
Team Size: 10-49 designers and strategists
Location(s): Windsor, Canada

Services & Expertise

Core Design Services

🎨 UI/UX Design Services - Crafting intuitive and engaging user interfaces and experiences.
💻 Product Design - Developing visually appealing and functional product designs.
📱 Mobile App Design - Creating user-friendly mobile app interfaces.
🌐 Web Design & Development - Designing and developing visually stunning websites.
🏢 Brand Identity Design - Building cohesive and memorable brand identities.
🎁 Sell Sheets & Collateral - Designing marketing materials for sales and promotion.
👕 Swag/Apparel - Creating designs for branded merchandise.
✉️ Email Design - Designing engaging email templates.
📱 Social Media Creative - Developing creative content for social media platforms.
📊 Presentation Templates - Designing professional presentation templates.
🎉 Social Media Giveaway - Creating visuals for social media contests.
📦 Product Branding - Developing branding for products.
📚 Brand & Style Guides - Creating comprehensive brand guidelines.
🖼️ Product Mockups - Designing realistic product mockups.
🎨 Custom Icons - Creating unique icons for branding and UI.
🎨 Custom Graphics - Developing custom graphics for various design needs.
🚀 Landing Pages - Designing high-converting landing pages.
✨ AR Filters - Creating augmented reality filters.
🎨 Full Layout Branding - Developing comprehensive branding layouts.
📢 Banner Ads - Designing effective banner advertisements.
🎪 Tradeshow Displays - Creating eye-catching tradeshow displays.
🤝 Investor Presentations - Designing compelling investor presentations.
🏢 Planogram Render - Creating planogram renders for retail spaces.
🎨 Palette Render - Developing color palette renders.
📱 SMS Graphics - Designing graphics for SMS marketing.
🛍️ Amazon Storefront - Creating visually appealing Amazon storefronts.
🛍️ Amazon PDP Branding - Developing branding for Amazon product detail pages.
🛒 Instacart Brand Profile - Creating brand profiles for Instacart.
📢 Instacart Display Ad - Designing display ads for Instacart.

Industry Specialization

Product Design (UI/UX): 25%
Web Design: 20%
Brand Design: 20%
Mobile App Design: 15%

Pricing & Service Models

Primary Model: Subscription
Pricing Transparency: Publicly Listed

Service Packages

Base Subscription: Unlimited Graphic Design, Dedicated Designer, Unlimited Usage, Unlimited Design Projects, Partnership Discounts, Unlimited Revisions, Wholesale Print Pricing, Free Stock Photos, Up to 3 users - $4500 USD / MONTH

Specialty Services: Motion Design and Video, 3D Rendering and CGI Imagery, Email (Klaviyo + Mailchimp), Web and UI Design - $80 USD / HOURLY

What Sets Darkroast.co Apart

Unlimited Design Projects: Providing a flat monthly fee for unlimited design projects.
Dedicated Designer: Pairing clients with a dedicated designer for consistent brand management.
VIP Print Concierge: Offering end-to-end print management and product sourcing.
Partnership Perks: Providing exclusive perks from valued partners.
Industry Specialization: Focusing on CPG and DTC brands.

Design Process & Tools

Our Design Methodology

DarkRoast's design process focuses on providing a seamless and efficient experience for clients. They emphasize quick turnaround times, brand cohesion, and high-quality creative assets. Their platform makes it easy to request new projects and collaborate to get deliverables done quickly. They feel like an extension of the client's marketing team.

Design Technology Stack

Design Tools: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite
Prototyping: Not specified
Collaboration: Not specified

Client Success Stories & Reviews

Review 1: The Green Organic Dutchman

Challenge: Scaling sales across Canada and needing a variety of creative assets.
Solution: Production of digital pieces and print assets for in-store promotion.
Results: Quick turnaround while maintaining quality and brand cohesion.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Review 2: Hippie Snacks

Challenge: Streamlining graphic design needs for multiple brands.
Solution: Using Darkroast's platform to request new projects and collaborate.
Results: Deliverables done quickly and a streamlined design process.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Review 3: Crazy D’s Sparkling Water

Challenge: Months behind in design and needing a system to stabilize and meet growing demands.
Solution: Partnering with Darkroast for reliable and indispensable design support.
Results: Exceptional design and expedient service.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Contact & Location Information

Primary Location: 490 Pelissier, Windsor, Canada N9A 4K9
Contact: [email protected]
Consultation: Start your FREE test project

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of design projects are included in the subscription?

The subscription includes a wide range of design projects, such as sell sheets, collateral, swag/apparel designs, email templates, social media creative, presentation templates, product branding, brand & style guides, product mockups, custom icons, custom graphics, landing pages, AR filters, full layout branding, banner ads, tradeshow displays, investor presentations, planogram renders, palette renders, SMS graphics, Amazon storefronts, Amazon PDP branding, and Instacart brand profiles.

What industries does DarkRoast specialize in?

DarkRoast specializes in serving CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods), Cannabis, Beverage, and eCommerce (DTC) brands, providing tailored design solutions to meet the unique needs of each industry.

What are the benefits of the VIP Print Concierge service?

The VIP Print Concierge service offers end-to-end print management, product recommendation, product sourcing, and file preparation, ensuring fast fulfillment, affordable print prices, and expert quality control.

What kind of partnership discounts are available?

DarkRoast offers exclusive perks from valued partners, such as 1500 card credits from DBO, a free first month of Satellite, 10% off first Soona Shoot, and 20% off any Westock subscription.

How does the unlimited design projects work?

With a DarkRoast subscription, you get access to unlimited design projects and revisions for a flat monthly fee, allowing you to request as many design tasks as you need without worrying about additional costs.

How does DarkRoast ensure brand consistency?

DarkRoast pairs clients with a dedicated designer who learns the guardrails of their brand quickly, ensuring consistent brand cohesion across all design projects.

What is the typical turnaround time for design requests?

DarkRoast is committed to quick turnaround times while maintaining quality, making them an excellent partner for fast-paced marketing teams.

What design tools does DarkRoast use?

DarkRoast designers are proficient in industry-standard design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, ensuring high-quality and professional design deliverables.

What is the process for requesting design projects?

DarkRoast's platform makes it super easy to request new projects and collaborate to get deliverables done quickly, streamlining the design process for clients.

What is the cost of the base subscription?

The base subscription for unlimited graphic design services is $4500 USD per month.

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