Welcome to Dark Squirrel Designs, where creativity meets excitement to help you grow your business.

Founded by Shannin Prather, a creative down-to-earth designer with a vision for empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses, Dark Squirrel Designs is a small freelance business that understands the challenges faced by small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit organizations that need to balance growth with budget restrictions.

I have been in the design field for over a decade, and specialize in web design, print and digital marketing design, copy editing, brand identity, and graphic design. Based in Centralia, Washington, Dark Squirrel Designs will be your supportive partner in nurturing your online presence and growing your business.

I have decades of eclectic experience helping businesses share their message by translating complex ideas into clear, digestible content and marketing strategies to help businesses engage more customers and grow—without breaking the bank.

Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, I’ll work with you to grow your presence and increase your reach, traffic, and sales.

Success shouldn’t require a big budget—just smart work, a clear voice, and the right support.

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Why Choose Dark Squirrel Designs

Dark Squirrel Designs is passionate about uplifting small businesses. We take your success seriously. We don’t just design, we co-create.

  • Affordable rates for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits

  • Practical, results-focused approach — not just design for design’s sake

  • Friendly collaboration: I get to know who you are, learn about your goals and what you need, listen to your ideas and feedback, and help translate your vision into something tangible

  • I will be a part of your team — I want you to succeed and will support you from start to finish

Ready to take the next step toward achieving your business goals?

Scheduling a free consultation is easy and will bring you one step closer to your goals. Let's chat about turning your vision into reality!

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We can’t wait to hear from you!