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TrustVault™

TrustVault™ is a US-based membership-based group of highly trustworthy individuals from all walks of life. TrustVault’s purpose is two-fold: helping US-based individuals prove their character and credibility through a verified trust credential and helping businesses verify the trustworthiness of individuals quickly and accurately.

TrustVault’s founder recognized that a well-designed website was crucial for the success of his business. He reached out to Alive Media to help him design a website that clearly presented the purpose and processes behind TrustVault. The result is a streamlined website that is easy to navigate and ready to expand as the needs of the business grow.

Alive Media loves to help new businesses establish their digital footprint. Contact us to learn about all of our digital marketing services.
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Braithwaite McMillian Grimes, Injury Attorneys and Counselors at Law

Braithwaite McMillian Grimes , Injury Attorneys and Counselors at Law (BMG) is a new law firm offering personal injury and criminal defense services in the Aiken-Augusta metro area and across the CSRA. Although their practice is new, the lawyers at Braithwaite McMillian Grimes bring more than 40 years of combined experience, merging two established legal practices.

BMG reached out to Alive Media to help them create a new website that represents the full breadth of their services, their approach and their values. The Alive Media team worked closely with BMG to bring all elements of their website vision to life, including logo design, web design, copy writing and search engine optimization. Alive Media offers both full-service website design and al-la-carte digital marketing services. Contact us today to learn more.



Website Design // Steed Paving

Steed Paving is a family-owned asphalt and concrete paving company serving the greater Augusta GA area. Alive Media helped Steed Paving with a comprehensive website redesign. As part of the redesign, the Alive Media team wrote new SEO-friendly content for their services pages. 

An effective website design not only reflects your brand, but is also designed with both the end user and search engines in mind. Alive Media understands all facets of web design, and we can help you take your website to the next level. Contact us today to get started.



Website Design // Aiken Endocrinology

Aiken Endocrinology provides comprehensive endocrinological care to residents of Aiken SC and surrounding areas. Dr. Bauer Vaughters grew up in Aiken, where his father practiced general medicine, and he was proud to start his own practice in Aiken after completing his education. When Dr. Vaughters and his team reached out to Alive Media to redesign their website, the Alive Media design team focused on creating a modern, user-friendly site that accurately reflects the Aiken Endocrinology brand – industry-leading medical care in a relaxed, patient-friendly environment.

For many businesses, your website is the first impression of your business. A well-designed website is more than aesthetically pleasing to look at. It provides clear information about your brand and your services, mobile and SEO-friendly design elements and clearly stated calls to action – all to ensure a positive user experience. Reach out to Alive Media today to discuss your own website needs.

Website Design // Answers Community Church

Answers Community Church is a church located in Martinez, GA. Alive Media worked with Answers to create a website that is user friendly for both current attendees and prospective visitors, with a website design that incorporates colors and design elements from the church logo.

Alive Media is proud to help churches in the greater Augusta GA area with their digital marketing needs, including website design, logos and branding, online advertising and SEO. We believe that your online presence can impact your church mission. Reach out to us to discuss your church’s digital marketing needs. Contact us today!

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Website Design // Augusta Handmade Fair

The Augusta Handmade Fair is a semi-annual fundraiser held by Redemption Church, which features local area artisans and provides funding to both local nonprofits and partner missionaries. Augusta Handmade Fair partnered with Alive Media to develop an informative, dynamic website that informs both prospective vendors and prospective attendees. The site features vendor bios, a calendar of events, comprehensive FAQ section and email contact form, as well as an online merch shop and donation opportunities.

Alive Media can help your event, organization or business’s website become a reality. From initial planning to the final live site, our team combines experience, knowledge and open lines of communication to ensure the final product is even better than you imagined.  Contact us today!

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Website Design // Fearless Church

Fearless Church is a Christian church body located in Aiken SC. Their mission is to embody and inspire fearless faith in Jesus Christ by equipping people to gather, go and grow. The Fearless leadership team reached out to Alive Media to design their new website.

Today’s churches can leverage their online presence to enhance established methods of communication and connection.. The Fearless website features easy access to their worship service livestream, as well as a dynamic events calendar and online tithing tool, along with information about their ministries and their beliefs. If you’re ready to make sure that your church’s website is an accurate reflection of your church’s off-line presence, reach out to us today. The Alive Media is experienced in both church, non-profit, and corporation website design. Contact us today!

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Logo Design // DRT

Since 2012, Dance Recital Ticketing has provided online ticketing services for dance studios. The company is now expanding its services to include ticket services for other events, including music festivals, sporting events, theatrical performances, and conferences. As they make this change to their portfolio, they are also changing their name.

Dance Recital Ticketing will now be DRT, and they reached out to Alive Media to create updated marketing assets – including a new logo. The new DRT logo uses a simple bold font, with a subtle nod to a traditional ticket roll. When designing a new logo, the Alive Media team works closely with the client to define an aesthetic and develop a logo that effectively represents the company’s image and is suitable for both online and print media. The design team at Alive Media can help you create a logo that will grow with your company. Contact us today to begin.

Site Design // Nicole Webb Realty

Nicole Webb Realty Executive Associates specializes in helping clients use Tennessee real estate as a tool to build wealth. Nicole represents both buyers and sellers across Nashville, Knoxville and the Smoky Mountain area. Like many business owners, Nicole understood her client base and branding goals, but lacked the time and technological expertise to bring her vision to life.

Nicole turned to the Alive Media team to design and build a website that represents her brand and clearly communicates the ways she can help families and individuals with their real estate needs. As a complement to the website design process, Alive Media provided copywriting and logo design services.

Trust your website – and your brand – to Alive Media. Contact us today to learn more about our web design and other digital marketing services.

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Is Branding Important for My Small Business?

For certain companies, simply say their name and your brain can quickly recall a logo, a slogan or tagline and perhaps a few lines from a commercial. Many preschoolers can point out their favorite fast food restaurant on a sign, billboard or online ad long before they can read. You are drawn to certain businesses because of their “vibe”.

Each of these examples demonstrate the importance of branding. Branding refers to the process of creating a unique identity and image for a company, product, or service in the minds of customers. Effective branding includes developing a strong logo, tagline, and messaging that accurately represent an organization’s distinctive values, mission, and goals. These elements then form a baseline for a consistent and cohesive visual and verbal identity across an organization’s marketing materials, including their website, print and online advertising and social media presence, as well as packaging and signage.

Undeniably, strong branding can make a business – regardless of size or industry – stand out from the pack. Building a strong brand identity takes time and effort, but the results are well worth it. Here are some actionable tips to help you create a strong brand identity for your small business:

Define your brand values:

Your brand values are the guiding principles that shape your business and the way you interact with your customers. Defining your brand values helps you establish a clear brand identity and communicate your values to your customers. Start by asking yourself what your business stands for, what makes it unique, and what sets it apart from your competitors.

Develop a brand voice and tone:

Your brand voice and tone should be consistent across all channels and reflect your brand values. Decide on a tone that aligns with your brand personality and appeals to your target audience. Your tone can be casual, formal, or somewhere in between, but it should always be consistent.

Be consistent:

Speaking of consistency, consistency is crucial when it comes to building a strong brand identity. Ensure that your brand messaging, voice, and visual identity are consistent across all channels, including your website, social media, and marketing materials.

Create a unique visual identity:

Your visual identity includes your logo, color scheme, typography, and other visual elements that represent your brand. Your visual identity should be unique and memorable, making it easy for customers to recognize your brand across all channels.

Be authentic:

Authenticity is essential when it comes to building a strong brand identity. Be true to your brand values and personality, and avoid trying to be something you’re not. Customers can spot inauthenticity from a mile away, and it can damage your brand’s reputation.

Need help with your branding or logo design? Alive Media can help. We offer comprehensive branding and graphic design services. We can help you develop your branding from the ground up, refresh stale marketing materials or website designs, or create specific graphic elements that reflect your current branding. Reach out to us today to get started.