Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Graphic Design Partner in Cleveland
Sheila Hart Design has been a trusted name in graphic design since 1996, offering tailored solutions for businesses of all sizes globally. Our expertise spans branding, marketing materials, publication design, web development, and self-publishing services, with a focus on creating cohesive and sophisticated visual identities. With a career spanning decades, Sheila Hart brings award-winning design acumen, having worked with renowned firms like Vignelli Associates and Pentagram. As an educator at Kent State University and Cuyahoga Community College, Sheila shares her deep industry knowledge while leading a team that prioritizes innovation and client-centric problem-solving.Our work with prestigious clientsfrom Aetna to The Rock and Roll Hall of Famereflects our commitment to excellence. We specialize in translating complex ideas into compelling visual narratives, ensuring each project meets the highest standards of creativity and functionality. Our global reach, combined with local roots in Cleveland, Ohio, allows us to serve diverse markets while maintaining personalized service. From concept to execution, we deliver end-to-end design solutions that drive business growth and stand out in competitive landscapes.
Services
Branding
Logo Design
Book Design
Website Design
Marketing Materials
Publication Design
Self-Publishing Services
Packaging Design
Event Graphics
Promotional Graphics
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in graphic design.
- Our team includes award-winning designers with global expertise.
- We offer end-to-end design solutions from concept to print.
- Our designs are tailored without templates for uniqueness.
- We provide global services with local expertise in Cleveland.
Services
Book Design
We create custom book designs for fiction, non-fiction, workbooks, and children's titles. Our process includes cover and interior layout tailored to genre and audience, ensuring visual consistency across print and digital formats. With over 100 completed projects, we combine typographic precision with creative storytelling to produce market-ready publications.
Logo Development
Our logo design services establish memorable brand identities through strategic use of typography, color, and symbolism. We develop scalable solutions that work across digital and print platforms, often integrating logos into comprehensive brand systems including style guides and collateral materials for cohesive visual communication.
Website Design
We build responsive websites that reflect brand identity while optimizing user experience. Our designs incorporate modern web standards, intuitive navigation, and cross-platform compatibility. From concept to launch, we ensure digital platforms effectively showcase client offerings and engage target audiences through clean, functional interfaces.
Self-Publishing Services
We guide authors through the self-publishing process, offering design, production management, and distribution strategy. Our services cover print-on-demand coordination, file preparation, and marketing material creation. We help transform manuscripts into professional publications while maintaining creative control for authors.
Marketing Materials
We develop print and digital marketing collateral including brochures, posters, and social media assets. Our designs align with brand guidelines while delivering clear messaging to target audiences. From event promotions to product packaging, we create visually compelling materials that enhance marketing effectiveness across multiple channels.
People
Sheila Hart
Founder & Lead Designer
Award-winning designer with 30+ years experience, AIGA Fellow, and educator at Kent State University. Holds a BFA in Graphic Design from University of Cincinnati and has served on multiple design organization boards.
Questions
What graphic design services do you offer?
We provide branding, logo design, book and publication design, website creation, marketing materials, packaging design, and self-publishing support for clients worldwide.
Can you help with self-publishing a book?
Yes, we offer complete self-publishing services including cover design, interior layout, production management, and distribution strategy for print-on-demand and traditional printing methods.
How long does a typical design project take?
Book projects typically take 4-16 weeks depending on complexity. Branding packages require 6-12 weeks. We accommodate urgent timelines when possible with advance notice.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we serve clients globally. Our digital workflow allows seamless collaboration with authors, publishers, and businesses across different time zones and regions.
What makes your design approach unique?
We avoid templates to create custom solutions tailored to each project's needs. Our designs integrate with overall brand strategy while maintaining technical precision for print and digital execution.
