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Our passion is bringing yours to life.

Founded by a designerly duo who spent 10+ years at global agencies.

We tap into our wildly talented and vetted rolodex of professional creatives.

To lead dedicated, super-charged teams. We keep our eyes up but our noses to the grindstone.

We clarify vision and build memorable brand experiences for early-stage startups.

meet jaylee adams

Your Fractional Creative Director

Jaylee is a multi-talented creative; part designer, art director, strategist, executive producer, and 100% fearless leader. She has spent a decade building brands for both emerging companies and multi-national conglomerates. Jaylee has a passion for storytelling, a drive for excellence, and a dedication to nurturing collaborative partnerships. Her diverse skill set and unwavering commitment make her an invaluable asset in bringing your creative visions to life.

Jaylee sits at the helm of Melo and the crux of each project; directing every aspect to make sure it not only runs smoothly, but is flawlessly executed at the highest of standards.

my rhythm
“Without effective execution even the best ideas can remain unrealized potential. Great execution is the catalyst that turns ideas into achievements, and it's the key to sustainable success in any endeavor.”
meet Sam Bertain

Your Fractional Designer + Illustrator

A versatile designer and visualizer with a solid decade of experience, Sam’s work spans across diverse realms of both the digital and physical; from electronics to home goods, to culinary creations and packaging.

During his tenure as a Sr. Industrial Designer at IDEO, he catalyzed fresh perspectives, designed cutting-edge packaging systems and conceptual dining experiences. He’s collaborated with major corporations and even government entities to solve complex design problems.

At Melo, Sam adapts his skills to translate ideas into tangible realities. Whether its visual design, custom illustrations, or producing captivating product renders, he employs his versatile tools to breathe life into the very essence of every project.

my rhythm
“Without effective execution even the best ideas can remain unrealized potential. Great execution is the catalyst that turns ideas into achievements, and it's the key to sustainable success in any endeavor.”
We know first-hand that hiring a full-service agency is costly for young brands – so that’s where we come in.

Consider us your strategic creative partner to help you further the future, faster.

Our model gets you top-tier talent under one roof, allowing you to receive agency quality work – without the sticker shock.

Voyant Photonics

brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023

Voyant Photonics

brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023

Voyant Photonics

brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023

Voyant Photonics

TINYWINS
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CREATIVE DIRECTOR
brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023

Voyant Photonics

TINYWINS
|
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023

Voyant Photonics

TINYWINS
|
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023

Voyant Photonics

CREATIVE DIRECTOR
brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023

Voyant Photonics

CREATIVE DIRECTOR
brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023

Voyant Photonics

CREATIVE DIRECTOR
brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems

Voyant Photonics

CREATIVE DIRECTOR
brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023

Voyant Photonics

CREATIVE DIRECTOR
brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023

Voyant Photonics

CREATIVE DIRECTOR
brand strategy, VISUAL identity, illustration, packaging, web design, messaging and tov, Shopify development, environments design, print collateral, social and email design systems
2023
We curate and lead dedicated freelance teams across multiple disciplines; so you get the exact dedicated top-tier talent that are excited to be here. We utilize an iron-tight creative process that combines insight, strategy, imagination, technology and craft to create future-facing work that’s meaningful, connects with communities and is conducive of change.