UX + Branding + Web

Portfolio

A showcase of design thinking and creative, human-centered solutions.
Dane O'Leary professional headshot | Dane O'Leary Media
Preface
I specialize in creating authentic connections between brands and their audiences through creative problem-solving and accessible, user-focused design.
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Case Studies
Contents
Branding
Motion + Animation
Products + UX
Social + Promotional
Web Design
Writing
Branding

Crafting brand identities that leave a mark. Memorable logos, impactful visuals — maximum resonance and endurance.

Digital Muse Creative, full logo | Dane O'Leary Media
Digital Muse Creative, signage concept | Dane O'Leary Media
Digital Muse Creative, stationery concept | Dane O'Leary Media
Tulua Health icon design | Dane O'Leary Media
Tulua Health full logo, vertical orientation | Dane O'Leary Media
Tulua Health full logo, signage mockup | Dane O'Leary Media
SoberThreads icon design | Dane O'Leary Media
SoberThreads icon, hoodie design concept | Dane O'Leary Media
SoberThreads branded packing materials concept | Dane O'Leary Media
BeWell/Never Alone Recovery mobile app and branding concept | Dane O'Leary Media
27 Club custom insignia, Never Alone Recovery | Dane O'Leary Media
Wahl & Holland logo concept | Dane O'Leary Media
Alan + Company icon design | Dane O'Leary Media
Illustration

Visual storytelling, reimagined. Illustrations that capture ideas, evoke emotions, and spark conversations.

Print

Making a statement in the physical world. Clean, impactful print design that complements the brand’s digital presence.

Motion + Animation

Bringing dynamism to digital media, driving engagement while increasing brands’ ability to capture audience attention.

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Animation vector logo | Dane O'Leary Media
Animation design for the Virtus Media Group logo | Dane O'Leary Media
UX + UI

Designing for humans, not just clicks. Intuitive, enjoyable products and experiences that keep users coming back for more.

PennyBois dashboard UI on MacBook Pro, mockup | Dane O'Leary Media
Social & Promotional

Cutting through the noise. Scroll-stopping social content and promotional designs that can actually change perspectives.

"Creativity Loves Coffee" Poster with Original Illustration | Dane O'Leary Media
"Don't let perfectionism stifle your creativity" original quote poster design | Dane O'Leary Media
"You can't solve a problem..." quote poster | Dane O'Leary Media
NARCAN infographic designed for Never Alone Recovery | Dane O'Leary Media
"Tell a Joke Day" original design gag illustration | Dane O'Leary Media
"Meet our platform" promotional image for the Never Alone Recovery app | Dane O'Leary Media
"The History of UX Design" original illustration | Dane O'Leary Media
Ethical design poster with original illustration | Dane O'Leary Media
"Find Success in the Failure" original poster design | Dane O'Leary Media
"Book Lover's Day" original illustration | Dane O'Leary Media
"Brand & Story" original illustration | Dane O'Leary Media
"Good Design is Functional for Everyone" quote poster design | Dane O'Leary Media
Web Design

Websites that work as good as they look. User-friendly, responsive designs built for seamless browsing.

Team communication app landing page concept | Dane O'Leary Media
Webflow website design mockup | Dane O'Leary Media
Seasonal Depression Clinical Trials website mockup | Dane O'Leary Media
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Writing

Words that connect. Engaging copy that tells your story and resonates with your audience.

Better Marketing
Stop Wasting Your Workday—Here’s How to ‘Hack’ Your Schedule

Creating a system tailored to your work style sets the stage for some of your most inspired work.

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Better Marketing
3 Emotional Branding Missteps That Alienate Audiences & How to Avoid Them

It’s all fun and games until you’re getting a visit from CPS — here’s how to ensure that your emotional branding turns them on instead of putting them off.

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Better Marketing
Hustle Culture is Toxic—Use These Strategies for a Healthier, Happier Hustle

Marketers are encouraged, even rewarded, for overextending themselves, but here’s how you can keep the pace without grinding yourself to dust.

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Testimonials
What Clients & Colleagues Say
"Dane drives the creative process with impactful solutions and unique strategies, and has a vision for details while hitting key deadlines and managing multiple projects at once."
Nick Phillips
LG Electronics
"He stays one step ahead and seems to know what is needed before the company even realizes it. You can feel how passionate he is about his work and he takes it seriously."
Jacki Peterson
Alan + Company
"Dane is creative, dependable, and easy to work with. In addition to coming up with his own ideas, he takes direction well and can run with any suggestions we send him.

Highly recommended!"
David Condos
NPR
"Dane and I have worked together on a number of projects and I have only good things to say about him. His research is thorough and he powers through many iterations of content with me—even when [stakeholder changes require] more time than I hired him for."
Andy Bowen
TheGritGroup
"Dane's professional attitude and strong communication skills make working with him a breeze and a pleasure. I would recommend Dane to any team looking for a motivated, intelligent creator."
Devon Rhodes
Fleet Readiness Center
"Dane was an excellent addition to our team with insightful pitches and intelligent ideas. Our company's success was contingent upon creators like Dane. I would highly recommend him to any team."
Anna McKenzie
Creative Demand, LLC