Genius(ish)

Two people. A whole lot of thinking. Work that actually works.

From local markets to global ones, we help SaaS, fintech, finance, and service-based businesses connect with the right people through strategic design, marketing, and communication. Two people, one studio, and a genuine belief that authentic, purpose-driven branding is the only kind worth doing.

The 3 Keys to Brand Brilliance

We take a spark of an idea and build it into something worth remembering. Not by chasing trends or defaulting to what looks good on a screen, but by blending strategy with craft until the two become the same thing. From there, passion, precision, and a little extra energy can turn a good idea into work that feels unmistakably its own.

1. Strategy

Align all aspects of your brand so your products or services deliver on your brand promise. We use brain-powered research and analytics to make sure every strategic decision is grounded in data, not guesswork.

2. Creative

Prioritize how your brand looks and communicates.

3. Purpose

Communicate your brand’s purpose to attract new customers, retain existing ones, and strengthen your market presence. It’s what separates your brand as one worth remembering.

Think Bigger – Because "good enough" is so last season.

Big Ideas, Small Team, Real Results

We’re Kate and Brian, two creative rebels who ditched the big agencies to do things our way. Our approach? Hands-on, research-driven, and built to help brands grow without all the fluff. We embrace the tools and technologies that make our work smarter and help our clients stay ahead, without losing the human thinking that turns good ideas into meaningful brands.

Brian Burger

Director of Big Ideas & Tiny Details

Kate Burger

Founder & Chief of Making Things Look Better

Bold is the baseline. Extraordinary is the goal.

At pushingink, we don’t settle for just "good enough." We aim for great, for bold, for extraordinary. We build brand identities that make a statement and strategies that take your brand to places it’s never been before. That means thinking bigger instead of playing it safe. Because when you’re willing to push the boundaries, that’s when the magic happens. We’ll help you break free from the ordinary and make your brand stand out in ways that feel fresh, daring, and unapologetically you.

No Games. No Gimmicks. Just Results.

We don’t hide behind buzzwords. We roll up our sleeves and dive deep into your team’s vision, bringing transparency, strategy, and the perfect dose of creativity to make things happen. That’s why our clients trust us to turn their brands into industry standouts, without all the over-promising or overcharging.

FAQs

Straight answers to the questions everyone asks

What makes Pushingink different from other agencies?

The short answer: you work with us, not a team assigned to you.

Most agencies layer account managers, project coordinators, and junior staff between you and the people actually doing the work. At Pushingink, you get two senior creatives who are both in it with you, from strategy through execution. We specialize in fintech, SaaS, and finance, which means we already speak your language on day one. No learning curve, no billable hours spent getting up to speed on your industry.

We have had clients try larger agencies and come back to us. That is the kind of testimonial we did not have to ask for.

Do you work with international clients and different time zones?

Absolutely! We are experts at collaborating across time zones, ensuring that communication flows smoothly no matter where our clients are located. We take a flexible approach to scheduling meetings, always working to find mutually convenient times. When live interactions aren’t possible due to time differences, we rely on detailed emails, recorded video calls, and progress reports to keep everyone informed. Our adaptability and commitment to clear communication make us a reliable partner for businesses around the globe.

How do you price your projects?

We offer two flexible and transparent pricing models to meet our clients’ needs:

  • Flat-fee projects — For defined scopes, you get a single price that covers everything from kickoff to delivery. No surprises, no scope creep anxiety.
  • Prepaid hour blocks — For ongoing work or retainer-style engagements, we offer discounted blocks of time. It’s flexible, cost-effective, and ideal if you need a consistent creative partner without a full-time hire.

Not sure which fits? We’ll figure it out together on our first call.

Do you work with startups?

Yes, and we genuinely enjoy it. Startups move fast, make decisions quickly, and need partners who can keep up. We’ve helped early-stage companies build their first real brand, launch their first website, and show up looking like they’ve been doing this for years. Budget-conscious? We get it. Let’s talk about what’s possible.

Can you work alongside our in-house marketing team?

Absolutely. Some of our best engagements are collaborative ones. Whether your team needs a creative partner for a specific project, extra capacity during a busy season, or an outside perspective on a campaign direction, we slot in cleanly. We’re not here to step on toes. We’re here to make your team look good.

Let's Get Started - Start the Conversation

Good work starts with a good conversation.

Whether you know exactly what you need or you’re still figuring it out, reach out. We’re two people, not a call center, and we respond.