https://www.amandakking.com/contact daily 0.75 2026-03-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753022092459-PXIOYK5YA4GRP33YGFN1/Amanda-K-King-Author-Designer-Editor-earphones-repo-man-tshirt.jpg Contact - Working at home Amanda K. King at working from her chair at home, wearing earphones and a Repo Man T-shirt. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753023629140-5OMHS5MWBDNQ7DG4M6DQ/Amanda-K-King-Author-Designer-Editor-wearing-mask-at-gencon.jpg Contact - At GenCon Amanda K. King wearing a mask at GenCon 2021, making a funny face. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753058959869-0N4WP6IRZL0CFQAM9X5B/Amanda-K-King-Author-Designer-Editor-looking-curiously-over-glasses.jpg Contact - Being sill Amanda K. King making a curious, funny face, sitting in her chair at home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753023236770-LPCZPOBXZHIBB7YNGA6W/Amanda-K-King-Author-Designer-Editor-silhouetted-in-key-west-sunrise.jpg Contact - In Key West Amanda K. King silhouetted in the sunrise in Key West. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753058967818-TO932RO1GN5Q0CMGA2CS/Amanda-K-King-Author-Designer-Editor-with-her-cat-pooja-scottish-fold-tortie.JPG Contact - With Pooja Amanda K. King with her cat, Pooja, a Scottish Fold tortie with big attitude. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753023585639-04AQFVWZSKKS02CJY9WA/Amanda-K-King-Author-Designer-Editor-with-scottish-fold-gray-kitten-binny.jpg Contact - With Binny Amanda K. King with baby Binny, a Scottish Fold kitten, who is exactly as sweet as he looks. https://www.amandakking.com/akk-portfolio daily 0.75 2026-03-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754413295696-NWA2KESIEWPJSPGBIIJ3/green-witch-vintage-home-page-screen-shot.png Portfolio - GWV Brand https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753025837935-EHVSLY1UOJE8EXXZ6KZZ/TTB+Audiobook+Cover+3000x3000.png Portfolio - Author Platform https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753972682480-JZP285ZXPIKFL9ZNJXQS/AKK2025_ISMExpectations19.jpg Portfolio - All the Rest https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754407183443-KM7W98JY4YYY5N6LPVYH/green-witch-vintage-%26-handmade-logo-rectangular-with-corners-in-green.png Portfolio - Logo I designed GWV’s logo with simple drawings, natural colors, and a handcrafted flavor. Approachable, clear, and professional, the design reflects the brand’s mission and witchy charm. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753210179776-R8YA9XDMFRE4C9JVK60W/GWV+all+logos--cube.jpg Portfolio - Options Every business needs a variety of logo styles—not every website or magazine layout uses a standard shape. I created a full logo suite with alternate layouts, submarks, and sizing options so the branding would work consistently across packaging, social media, and more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754412842716-F986261T2C4UR7D3P8Q1/green-witch-vintage-home-page-screen-shot.png Portfolio - e-Commerce site I built greenwitchvintage.com from the ground up using Squarespace (starting in version 7.0 and upgrading to 7.1, no template used). I designed every element, developed product categories and navigation, and ensured users could easily browse and shop the e-commerce site—and Google could easily crawl it. This site is iterative and will continue to be based on customer feedback and analytics. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754413065944-CSSOP6PORGYRQENZ4W2U/GWVMobilehomeagain.png Portfolio - Mobile site Because analytics showed that the vast majority of GWV’s traffic came from mobile, I adjusted to design to lead with that platform. The mobile site use clear visual messages for those just browsing, the text is populated (but not loaded) with researched keywords to help search engines, and each page is appropriately tagged to improve intra-site searches. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753221090872-6TXUGY36ZQ89XL96DAQ9/Bottles_HomePage.jpg Portfolio - Product-focused website design Using a top-down style, I focused on product and created a recognizable brand identity. The highly visual navigation works well in both mobile and desktop formats and allows for easy swap-outs for testing purposes. The images also make great evergreen content for ads, social posts, and announcements. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753213734571-Z71G12LA9F57OE757UHB/AKK_GWVBeltane.jpg Portfolio - Product listings GWV wanted customers to feel the items they purchased were exactly what was pictured and described, so I kept product copy tight and clear while photos show features and flaw as well. I included sample uses in both the copy and imagery to help spark customers’ ideas. Visit greenwitchvintage.com/shop for a complete page view. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754003994845-Q2Y6T2EIZDAA4RA8V33P/GWVBlog.png Portfolio - Blog / instructional I researched, wrote, and photographed blog content that feels personal and practical, including blog series How To, Vintage History, and sabbat information. These blogs have helped GWV connect with customers and improve the site’s SEO at the same time. The Vintage History: Sarna Brass blog has brought nearly 5,000 visitors to the site. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753283468889-DPK57S0MEMWOG591TVT2/AKK_GWVWriting2.jpg Portfolio - Series writing I write (or solicit & edit) blogs for each of the eight sabbats with a different theme each year, such as recipes, personal celebration, and inventory promotion. These have helped GWV connect with its audience and bring more visitors to the site. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754004127145-IM8N5444I5S86IOL4MOQ/GWVNewsletter.png Portfolio - e-Newsletter GWV sends out regular emails announcing sales, new releases, giveaways, and providing codes available only to email list subscribers. I used a giveaway promotion to build the email list and enhance open and clickthrough rates. The open and clickthrough rate regularly meet or exceed industry standards. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753214425959-7WUDY9KGKLS4LTEODTNM/GWV_search.jpg Portfolio - Keywords / SEO I researched and implemented SEO strategies—including keyword optimization, metadata formatting, and Squarespace’s built-in options—to improve site visibility and ranking. I work these keywords into site content naturally and monitor analytics. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753986974005-HVO7M81RK5VO5GH6GWDR/GWVKeywords.jpg Portfolio - Analytics I manage both Squarespace’s built-in analytics and Google Analytics, using the data to enhance keyword strategy and Google Ads initial targeting. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754406609262-900P0JKNELRL4HRZRDCS/GWV_GoogleAds.jpg Portfolio - Google Ads I designed, tested, and managed targeted ad campaigns through Google Ads, including earning certification in 2025. I’ve achieved good results on a limited budget by targeting ad types and specific business seasons. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754407009315-GCRO8QT3GPPSYMGGGH6X/GWVEtsyRankings.jpg Portfolio - Etsy integration I coordinate the Esty and Squarespace shops, maintaining inventory, customer service, advertising, and promotion. GWV has regularly been a star seller with its handmade tarot & oracle card stand among the top search returns. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754004310597-5A037W8AU5TT1CWM72T1/GWVPlanner.png Portfolio - Social media calendar Using Meta Business Tools, I develop and update GWV’s social media calendar—mapping out content, creating evergreen series, selecting themes, designing and writing posts, and developing engagement strategies across platforms, focusing on those with the best return rate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753209993172-4A2KTE3HSD3V0KSICYBU/25-calendula.jpg Portfolio - Social media series I researched, wrote, and designed this evergreen informational series for social, combining GWV’s product offerings with bite-sized and bookmarkable information that can be reused year after year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753209931141-P95HANKVEIFYQ8807PD6/20-GreenAventurine.jpg Portfolio - Extending themes I extended the informational series to other GWV products—especially the easily replicable ones—providing additional evergreen content as well as higher value for social followers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753209610784-O80MSL5LUNOZHRKLU9LB/2024HolidaySale1.jpg Portfolio - Social media artwork I created original, brand-aligned visuals for promotions and announcements, blending photography, typography, and design for high engagement. By tweaking details (ie: snowflakes), the eye-catching, appealing photos and layout can be reused in a variety of ways for social, advertising, search, and more, regardless of season. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753209798264-7ZZF7ZXDFGI2GFWNIDP7/MIsummerSetGropuD8.jpg Portfolio - Curated sets Because kits and sets are consistently two of the highest-ranking keywords, I further developed GWV’s concept and widened the price range. My work from packaging to copywriting and photography to assembly, GWV’s sets and kits are attractive, promotable, make excellent gifts, and show off inventory sold individually elsewhere in the shop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753209748292-CPV52NQS86OHK347KX67/SamhainGiveaway4.jpg Portfolio - Email list building I developed a giveaway program that built GWV’s email list from less than 100 to 1000 as well as doubling Instagram followers. Each holiday’s giveaway is selected to (1) promote inventory, (2) appeal to potential customers, (3) remind existing ones, (4) build the brand, and (5) move stale stock. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753210096814-HQRDYQJT53IY21Y7B4R6/CardStands_Jan24_WhiteOakCandle1.jpg Portfolio - Product photography I styled, photographed, and edited all product images to highlight key details and uses, maintain brand tone, and encourage conversions. This image from the card stand product launch helped GWV reach and stick at the top of Etsy search results. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754004401075-9GYYGQX2772Y6WRS3I8X/GWVPendulum.png Portfolio - Product design Several of GWV’s handmade items feature my line art design, like this one made in Illustrator. The Arts & Crafts-era design reflects GWV’s aesthetic of beauty, simplicity, and functionality. GWV’s laser-engraved designs have been popular and can be made on-demand, allowing a wide selection without maintaining huge stock. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754005175809-GYVRXTABATVY02FUN8P1/GWVLineart.png Portfolio - Line art I’ve created several line art pieces for GWV, including this Wheel of the Year. The line art was created in Adobe Illustrator. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753225095105-KR0CKTDAE7BL61CNDMWZ/20221029_142005504_iOS.jpg Portfolio - Booth design I created a flexible, inviting booth setup for in-person markets and shows, including signage, layout, props, and environmental styling. Using painting tarps and grocery crates, the layout creates height, doubles available display space, and keeps with GWV’s inviting, handmade aesthetic. (I promise better pictures after the next show.) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753225766344-W5XN8EJYPVP8V70A469F/20221029_142911665_iOS.jpg Portfolio - Signage design I created GWV’s primary signage for markets, designed for visibility, portability, and brand cohesion. The logo is laser-engraved on birch panels to provide a tactile, genuine feel. Additionally—pictured in the video below—I designed an 18-inch laser-engraved QR code that sits by the booth, allowing customers to snap and link if they don’t have time to stop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754005401254-5A57MQZ8QZ3Y9U4HK2KF/IsmaeLogo.png Portfolio - Logo I designed the Ismae logo to reflect the series' stark tone and visual simplicity, establishing a strong, versatile brand mark for print and digital use. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753214827110-Z9ADF6I1PFZE3ALU8D30/AKK_IBWebsite1.jpg Portfolio - Website design & development I created and maintain the Ismae Books website (Squarespace), handling visual design and back-end development to ensure a seamless user experience for readers, reviewers, and press. I write and update all content (my co-author adds some blogs), maintaining voice and clarity across the platform. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753214828296-M8PRIW2E6LJ9FTWAHVL7/AKK_IBWriting2.jpg Portfolio - Blogging / bonus material I developed an ongoing blog series “written by” one of the series’ characters. The blogs serve as bonus material and enhancement to the stories, but aren’t necessary to enjoy the novels. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753220018604-6YHJAEVDQMRT4W3325HF/Ismae_Glossary.jpg Portfolio - Audio glossary I worked with an audio expert to produce, edit, and upload the Ismae audio glossary, ensuring consistent pronunciation of fictional terms and names for audiobook listeners and fans. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753223384404-A3OOV3DKFONWKOZGJP8I/AKK_IBWebsite2.jpg Portfolio - Press kit I wrote, designed, and formatted the author press kit, making it easy for media outlets and event coordinators to access essential information and assets. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753226924794-OBY3CNVYABPY0FSUYIRW/ISmae_maps.jpg Portfolio - Maps & blueprints Using Adobe Illustrator and Affinity Designer, I created digital maps, building blueprints, and spatial diagrams to support worldbuilding and visual storytelling throughout the series. The maps not only enhance reader experience and add to the book’s appeal, but also help my co-author and I stay on the same page. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753384990404-ZOPF05KX083WH6BJHEA5/Trio_array.jpg Portfolio - Book launch I plan and execute book launches, including coordinating with reviewers, cultivating reviews, preparing to publish in Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), setting up promotions, and producing all collateral material. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754005547837-V78Q3ISRX87I1U94R94A/IsmaeAuthorCentral.png Portfolio - Amazon publishing, author page, & ads I handle Amazon KDP and Author Central setup and updates, optimizing metadata, keywords, and categories to boost discoverability. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753708397784-989RFSUMQLWBTWTGESXT/TTBBothCovers.jpg Portfolio - Consulting I designed the original cover (left), but after publishing, I decided to seek another designer’s review. The result (right) improved shelf appeal while still keeping the branding in place. Part of doing any job properly is knowing when to seek help. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753215846322-S770EO39PONN4QR5I3BY/AKK2025_TTBChapterTitle1.jpg Portfolio - Interior book design & layout I designed and laid out all interiors for the Ismae series in both print and ebook formats, using design elements that echoed the cover, website, social campaigns, and promotional materials. This consistent, recognizable style helped to create an immersive reading experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753385077753-RQAEY47NXB83G33XDS64/amanda-k-king-michael-r-swanson-announcement-as-panelists-at-imaginarium.jpg Portfolio - Appearances I coordinate and promote author appearances, from conventions to virtual events, and create branded assets to support outreach and audience engagement. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753214837454-5G9QYFZGOQ9913U71WD3/AKK2025_IsmaeBooks4.jpg Portfolio - Swag I designed and sourced all promotional swag, from bookmarks to postcards, tailoring each item for specific events and audiences. These pieces are great for event handouts or gifts when sending books to reviewers, betas, or readers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753226107796-8LHN7SKXHC5EXJ2566Y9/ismae+words+16+zoet.jpg Portfolio - Social media series I develop and schedule an evergreen social media series that explores the world and themes of the books, giving readers a peek behind the author’s curtain and building long-term reader engagement. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753224041402-S7OSRX6PUPVF9WSK9I3K/aliara2_TETO.jpg Portfolio - Social media pre-launch I strategize and produce pre-launch social content that builds buzz and drives newsletter signups, using concept art, snippets from the book, and quotes from reviewers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753224028838-A0502CCKLDXGDZ9QMPNN/20220104_153725536_iOS.jpg Portfolio - Social media photography I shoot and edit promotional photos of the books in situations that reflect those used in the novel (in this case, a party gone awry). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753224045427-CJI8P79GSWMF8EOP8LER/Free_forFB.jpg Portfolio - Giveaway promotion I planned, designed, and ran multiple book giveaways across platforms, including all visuals, copy, and timing strategies. I successfully worked with Amazon’s internal discount system as well as coordinating with outside vendors like Freebooksy, Bookdoggy, BookBub, and more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753991272471-SZPUC22VI8RC5BETAWLL/IsmaeKirkusPrint2.png Portfolio - Print ads I designed a clean, high-impact ad for Kirkus Reviews print and online publication to showcase Things They Buried and highlight its editorial acclaim. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753384780885-XBF2UFBSNKLGBXRAA4K8/ttb+w-painting.jpg Portfolio - Hiring artists I locate, hire, and work with freelance artists to develop on-brand images. I produce notes, including descriptions from the books, and discuss expectations with the artist before work begins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753991378741-79I3BFRVPX5C8N40C5JI/IsmaeBible.jpg Portfolio - World bible No author can remember all the characters and features of the complicated new world they’ve built, so I created and maintain the Ismae world bible in OneNote. Thanks to the format, this document is accessible to me, my co-author, and any editors we work with. It organizes internal logic, lore, timelines, characters, and story arcs to maintain continuity and support future books. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753989718537-Z9XFXFTKAQU66L5CIEJT/IsmaeWordEditing.jpg Portfolio - Inline editing Through co-authoring a novel, I’ve become familiar with all the markup options and functions in Word. They can be a very powerful tool used correctly—or they can create a huge mess. I can provide manuscript editing notes with complete markup and comments, simply clean with all edits accepted, or anything in between . https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753214929333-L7K4TY1OPLHRRC6Y6X8R/Fantasy_Gold.jpg Portfolio - Gold IPPY Winner of the Best Fantasy Novel Gold at the Independent Publisher Book Awards, 2020 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753214968288-NVRI185CL1MU7H954TNZ/TTB2020Imadjinn.jpg Portfolio - Imadjin Award Winner of the Imadjin Award for Best Fantasy Novel at the 2020 Imaginarium Convention. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753226588576-QCPWQKMHJKUTS980DD3E/TTB_Top100.jpg Portfolio - One of Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2019 Named one of Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2019. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753224030702-88LZ5N03Y0KRY0HZDMGI/TTB_SPSFC.jpg Portfolio - SPSFG Quarterfinalist Quarterfinalist in Hugh Howey’s Self-Published Science Fiction Competition, 2023. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753215806116-V1TBT41LLZ19VPM6XHGJ/LutherieLogoSocial1080.jpg Portfolio - Logo I designed the Two Moons Lutherie logo to reflect the craft and character of the business, balancing elegance and approachability in a clean, scalable mark. The mark had be unique and identifiable but also simple enough to be carved into a headstock and inlaid. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754407526344-1SDTXA4L20RSQ1RL20FU/Amanda-K-King-two-moons-lutherie-business-card-logo-qr.jpg Portfolio - Collateral with function Two Moons needed a simple design that customers could use in a variety of ways. I designed these cards so to be used to can add to digital contacts immediately, store for later, or share without having to give the card away. The design and cardstock married functionality with brand’s simple elegance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753220008190-6VSHRLILFT38SMDYJWU5/TwoMoons_Website.jpg Portfolio - Website design & development I created this simple site (Squarespace) to move users to action, whether that’s to schedule an appointment or chat with the luthier. The site features clean navigation, uncomplicated navigation, repeated calls to action, and the lutherie’s stringed instrument-heavy Instagram feed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753711692483-4GMX0WSAZ77TWBAJG6NV/TuitiveProjectControl.jpg Portfolio - Project tracking & control While at Tuitive, I developed and maintained detailed project tracking tools and replicable processes to coordinate cross-departmental tasks, manage timelines, and ensure smooth execution. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754005870717-ZK11EV78GU4KS960DDOA/Hans.png Portfolio - Ghostblogging & social editing I’ve worked with several non-writer artists to produce blog and social media material that is clear, grammatically correct, and on target. Some artists prefer to deliver a blurb or bullet list while others prefer to be interviewed and have me write everything. I can work with whatever method is best for my client. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753710951491-EMZO453TR746BTEMEZY6/WinebrennerSample.jpg Portfolio - Developmental editing I provide in-depth developmental edits of manuscripts to improve voice, develop ideas and characters, and cultivate a clear and understandable plot—balancing the writer’s voice with the reader’s experience. (Example from unpublished book, Soon.) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754932998715-D3NESEUFQK342M61N27Q/meditatin-cushion-design-by-gwn-at-glen-hollow.jpg Portfolio - Promotions & coordination Organized and managed a promotion for three small businesses. Each business contributed to a giveaway, promoting it and the new meditation room at Glen Hollow, decorated by Green Witch Vintage & Handmade with Folkcraft and Flora Apothecary. I coordinated with all businesses, including the social media influencer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754933023680-0GPI8CBI96JOZZX9JORX/meditation-bench-altar-by-green-witch-vintage-at-glen-hollow.jpg Portfolio - Curated collections As part of their new meditation room, Glen Hollow asked Green Witch Vintage & Handmade to curate a meditation space with secondary focus on herbalism. I worked with Glen Hollow to select period-appropriate vintage pieces, managed the manufacture of the bespoke pieces, and worked with the social media influencer to produce lasting meditations for guests to enjoy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754409366172-JOAC1NRU58OVYXVD1DJR/Amanda-K-King-designer-of+spread-of-covers-from-expectations-magazine.png Portfolio - Magazine redesign & redevelopment I redesigned / redeveloped Expectations, the Indiana State Museum’s bi-monthly member magazine. I launched and led the editorial board, managed story budget, solicited and edited submissions from curators and staff, authored feature content, and handled full layout and cover design. Foundation, sales, and front-desk reported increased reader engagement after redesign. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754409364294-R67P3NDK9VFLKE7AV11T/Amanda-K-King-center-spread-and-cover-crime-scene-insects-exhibit-in-expectations-magazine-for-indiana-state-museum.png Portfolio - Exhibit teams I served on teams for rotating / traveling exhibits, generating promotion ideas, working with exhibit designers to maintain consistent identity, involving other mar/com staff as necessary, and writing all marketing copy. Even when not on an exhibit’s team, I still produced both an interactive mini-website and a feature spread with cover design promoting each exhibit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754410153528-ITHIDRFXM6J7HQXWX7VI/Amanda-K-King-expectations-magazine-photo-shoot-collage-at-indiana-state-museum.png Portfolio - Photo shoot I planned, art-directed, and managed logistics for a museum-wide photo shoot. I recruited and scheduled (and wrangled) volunteer models, assisted the photographer, selected locations with curators, and cleared areas of the museum for shooting. As art director, I kept an eye toward diversity and inclusion as well as using real curators and performers, making recognizable when members visited. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754409399866-VKJAUOC1Y28XJ8BJL3OG/Amanda-K-King-center-spread-layout-pets-in-america-exhibit-in-expectations-magazine-for-indiana-state-museum.png Portfolio - Traveling exhibit features I served on teams for rotating / traveling exhibits, generating promotion ideas, working with exhibit designers to maintain consistent identity, involving other mar/com staff as necessary, and writing all marketing copy. Even when not on an exhibit’s team, I still produced both an interactive mini-website and a feature spread with cover design promoting each exhibit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754409394462-GIOJ19WLVUADM94Z0Z6E/Amanda-K-King-lord-of-the-rings-exhibit-article-in-expectations-magazine-for-indiana-state-museum.png Portfolio - Swag & beyond As part of some exceptional cross-functional exhibit teams, such as The Lord of the Rings Motion Picture Trilogy the Exhibition, I contributed not just in my usual roles, but went further, designing swag and working a promotional booth at GenCon, the annual gaming and fantasy convention held in Indianapolis. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754409382955-7M1N16UBCC933MIUGUM8/Amanda-K-King-center-spread-on-archaeology-in-expectations-magazine-for-indiana-state-museum.png Portfolio - Story series I created a handful of feature series focusing on the museum’s collection and activities, such as this piece on annual archeological digs. One of my favorites was a feature on a collected lifetime’s worth of clothing (available on request). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754409379109-UDM7RWIN1KQJXFA82SIP/Amanda-K-King-calendar-layout-expectations-magazine-for-indiana-state-museum.png Portfolio - Activity calendar I designed a gatefold calendar layout for the magazine to allow members to view scheduling exhibits and programming. Originally, the calendar had to be manually aggregated from different departmental catalogs. When I led the project revising the museum’s website and developing a custom CMS, I included a tool to create an aggregated museum-wide calendar. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753230688909-30URWI0Z5G6KEOJBJX25/sb4clogo.jpg Portfolio - Logo A friend urgently needed a simple logo to help build an identity around a Finger Lakes-area political group based on fostering cooperation between political parties. The colors emphasize cooperation and the acronym pops while still providing the full name for this newly formed political group. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753216072552-FVOY1HL5E6TGL4HUSBQG/AKK2025_Integral1.jpg Portfolio - Rebranding After a split, I rebranded both divisions, including separate visual identities and collateral. These pieces are designed for cohesion and modularity to allow product spec sheets be the focus. I organized and ran the photo shoot, laid out all the collateral, and wrote much of the copy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754411413275-ZBDKU0VAOJHWD9ASF491/Amanda-K-King-Integral-Technologies-Sales-Materials-Security-Boards-RAID-Arrays-Systems.png Portfolio - Sales collateral I designed the spec sheets and marketing collateral to not only reflect the brand, but also inform the customer, including both the technical data and a technical translation, or layman’s version. The sales team was able to select only the spec sheets they needed for each individual sales and prepare a folder tailored for that customer’s need. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754411416887-IUO3CAK05MHN3B6WMHOM/Amanda-K-King-Integral-Technologies-IVL-Product-Packaging-Sales-Marketing-Materials.png Portfolio - Packaging & collateral IVL needed a consistent look across all collateral that reflected Integral’s brand, showed off what the product could do (tiny photos), and built a product identity. I designed small-batch packaging, direct mail, and spec sheets that reflected these needs, ensuring visual consistency across all elements. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754066508544-AIHL4E7XP85RXE9VAI0O/keriddwen.jpg Portfolio - Logo & branding I created a complete logo and branding package—including fonts, colors, and aesthetic—for this bespoke guitar manufacturer. This logo combines the bass clef with the Keriddwen’s cauldron (Celtic goddess of Inspiration) and can be easily carved from wood and inlaid on a headstock. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753216127259-UPAB8FO8RH8TJGOVU9TE/AKK2025_SyndicateSalesCatalog1.jpg Portfolio - Catalog design I handled the full design of Syndicate Sales (floral supplies) print catalog, from cover concept through layout, ensuring visual flow and brand alignment. The cover vase was pre-selected for feature, so I worked with the photographer to create a shot that gave the plastic vase an elegant appearance and definite focus. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753219829383-M55YUX4AZAG66XTWL1WV/AKK2025_SyndicateSalesCatalog5.jpg Portfolio - Catalog layout The Syndicate Sales catalog featured multiple floral photo shoots, which I art directed, managed budget and logistics for, and oversaw. I turned the rough outline into a beautiful and functional catalog that was easy to navigate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754411436423-GTVX70H6VOKDVMRGJK0B/Amanda-K-King-Syndicate-Sales-Catalog-How-To-Page.png Portfolio - Catalog bonus content I designed bonus how-to content walking catalog readers through creating popular floral styles to enhance reader experience and increase catalog engagement. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754411431447-H7K3E9C7APB38A0S5GFZ/Amanda-K-King-Syndicate-Sales-Catalog-Suggested-Use-Page.png Portfolio - Catalog photo styling To show off products in use, I organized and styled a photo shoot in settings perfect for floral craft products to increase customer engagement with the catalog. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753216131884-3K444N1HIXGYF7V4T81I/AKK2025_SolutionCenterNewsletter1.jpg Portfolio - Internal communication I delivered internal communications at Eli Lilly & Company, both for individual project teams and for the Solution Center, a mar/com department that provided resources to cross-functional teams. After surveying SC members regarding format and content, I developed a biweekly newsletter available via email or in print. I wrote articles, solicited and edited contributions, laid out content, worked with the in-house printer, and distributed the newsletter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753216132347-P9UFNVVV3XJSPEAIGSJG/AKK2025_LillyOLOSwag1.jpg Portfolio - Swag As internal communication lead on cross-functional teams at Eli Lilly & Company, I worked closely with the Organizational Change Manager to develop strategies to inform and prepare employees for deployments. One tactic we used was an employee giveaway of project-branded desk swag and wearables in employee contests that drew attention and engagement. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754411430032-0FHSUCG1VOCCI4M93X0U/Amanda-K-King-Methodist-Medical-Group-Affiliate-Rebranded-Letterhead.png Portfolio - Rebranding The Methodist Medical Group’s rebranding involved not only all the hospital’s materials but also its partners, some of whom opted for complete rebranding. These are a few examples of the brand identities I created for MMG partnered doctor’s offices, designing them after talking with the doctors and office staff about their wants and needs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754411400832-I20PW8HM7ZE178BQDTCG/Amanda-K-King-RFP-Response-for-InterDesign-Group-U-of-Indianapolis-Library-Project.png Portfolio - RFP / RFQ design The InterDesign Group (architecture / engineering) received multiple RFPs and RFQs monthly. I was responsible for writing and designing the responses. I created the firm’s first graphic design department, including selecting equipment and software. I built an online repository of images and boilerplate content that could be used or revised to shorten the time needed to write responses. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754411400272-KQF0GEXU9ROUT121468P/Amanda-K-King-InterDesign-Group-Boilerplate-Material.png Portfolio - RFP / RFQ responses I wrote, laid out, printed, and bound each RFP and RFQ response for The InterDesign Group. This included establishing boilerplate (who we are, what we do, past projects, etc.) as well as working with SMEs to develop answers. I developed a repeatable process for collecting all necessary edits and obtain final approval in a timely manner. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753389498489-8HI7FLQNP27TO3I6BUOG/a+april+22+writing+update.jpg Portfolio - Journalistic writing & editing I have written all sorts of journalistic stories, including personal editorials, team editorials, long-form features, event pre/reviews, event reporting, and more. I can skillfully capture quotes, ask questions likely to draw out interesting responses, and develop unique ideas for stories. I have worked at the Lafayette Journal & Courier, the South Bend Tribune, and the Purdue Exponent. https://www.amandakking.com/home daily 1.0 2026-04-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/8a240233-a3ab-4af7-b688-e878bf3027fc/Amanda-K-King-Author-Designer-Editor.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/df54a4ef-3467-4fcc-9b5e-cf1ece798ab7/20240529_204134352_iOS.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753196649841-HPNSSIYQ20URM8AIJ2RB/TETO+Audiobook+Cover+3000x3000.png Home - They Eat Their Own The cover of the audiobook of They Eat Their Own, A Thung Toh Jig book 2 by Amanda K. King & Michael R. Swanson, featuring a painting by Michael B. Fee. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1753032899157-6OQ0JCTH9C45SFP9SWHO/20250720_153259043_iOS.jpg Home - Expectations Magazine A photo of a spread of covers from Expectations Magazine, the bi-monthly publication from the Indiana State Museum, design, layout, writing, and editing by Amanda K. King. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754413591107-WCNRMKG7KIQ2CH4JV1CP/green-witch-vintage-home-page-screen-shot.png Home - GreenWitchVintage.com A screen shot of the home page of Green Witch Vintage & Handmade, owned and operated by Amanda K. King. Photo features individual icons linking to shopping categories. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754405082690-PEB7FL7KNWTT4FZTOFU7/AKK2025_TwoMoons1.jpg Home - Two Moons Lutherie A photo of the Two Moons Lutherie business card, black print on kraft paper with rounded corners. Logo at top, QR code at bottom. Michael R. Swanson is the luthier. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754404952463-3Q8L8DF909BEF1C3K7J2/GWV_GoogleAds.jpg Home - Google Ads A sample screen shot of a successful ad graph on Google Ads for Green Witch Vintage. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/687babbb9163073852925d72/1754405285704-0K5X3X4NFR7OQ9XW3DKZ/AKK2025_Calendar1.jpg Home - Ismae Books A photo of the interior page showing a circular calendar design from Things They Buried by Amanda K. King & Michael R. Swanson. Calendar was created, designed, and laid out by Amanda K. King. https://www.amandakking.com/skills-experience daily 0.75 2026-04-06 https://www.amandakking.com/services daily 0.75 2026-04-05 https://www.amandakking.com/hobbies daily 0.75 2026-04-05