Marketing Shouldn’t Feel Like a Full-Time Job on Top of Running Your Business
Most clients come to Kinship Creative feeling one of two ways. They’re either:
a) Constantly posting without a clear strategy OR
b) So overwhelmed by marketing that they’ve stopped showing up consistently altogether.
Maybe your social media feels random.
Maybe your website gets traffic but not inquiries.
Maybe your branding looks polished, but your marketing still feels disconnected.
That disconnect matters.
Because when your marketing lacks consistency, clarity, or direction, it becomes harder for people to remember your business, trust your expertise, and take action.
Strong marketing is not about constantly chasing trends or posting every day.
It’s about building visibility, connection, and trust through intentional strategy and consistent messaging.
Why Businesses Choose Kinship Creative
✔ Strategy Before Content
Backed by a degree in Marketing & Business, every marketing project begins with understanding your business goals, audience behavior, and customer journey, not just creating pretty posts.
Because effective marketing should support growth, visibility, and conversions, not just fill space on your Instagram feed.
✔ Boutique, High-Touch Support
You work directly with Kari throughout the entire process.
No outsourcing. No confusing agency layers. No being treated like “just another account.”
Marketing support is intentionally personalized and collaborative so your content still feels like you, just more strategic, polished, and consistent.
✔ Marketing That Feels Human
The businesses that stand out online are not always the loudest. They are the ones people connect with.
Kinship Creative helps businesses market themselves in a way that feels approachable, clear, and aligned with their real personality and values.
Support may include:
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Content Planning & Management
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Messaging Refinement
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Social Media Strategy
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Storytelling direction
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Visual Consistency
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Website Marketing Strategy
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Email Marketing Guidance
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Customer Connection Strategy
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SEO & Website Performance Tune Ups
Because people do not just buy services anymore.
They buy trust, connection, and confidence in the person behind the business.
✔ Real-World Business Experience
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Licensed & insured creative studio based in Ventura, California
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Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing & Business (CSU Channel Islands)
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18+ years working across marketing, operations, management, and education
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2025 Community Choice Winner for Website Design, Marketing & Graphic Design in Oxnard & Thousand Oaks
Marketing Offerings
Social Media Management
Content that Connects, Without the Chaos
Done-for-you content creation for brands who want to show up with heart and consistency.
We plan, write, design and analyze purposeful social content that builds trust.
What’s Included:
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Monthly collaborative content planning & direction
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Custom graphics + branded content
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Captions written with clarity and connection
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Optional short-form videos or stories support
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Gentle engagement guidance (no bots, no gimmicks)
Plans start at $650/month (3-month minimum)
*We offer support with: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn & Pinterest
*Photography and videography not included, but we’re happy to connect you with trusted local creatives we love collaborating with.
Marketing Strategy Sessions for the DIY-Minded
Perfect for small business owners who want a clear plan without hiring a full agency.
We’ll map out your next moves — from clarifying your brand voice to choosing where to focus your energy online.
How It Works:
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1:1 strategy calls by the hour (via Zoom or GoogleMeet)
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Prior to the call, clients are welcome to complete a worksheet to help keep the focus of the session on their top three goals.
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Optional add-on: content or website review
Starting at $250 / hour
Ongoing support plans available, includes up to 8 text message/email check-ins between calls.
*Only two monthly plan spots available at a time so we can give you the full boutique experience & attention you deserve — first come, first served.
SEO & Website Content Strategy
Show up in search and speak directly to the clients already looking for you.
We handle the behind-the-scenes fine-tuning so your WIX website quietly works harder, while you stay focused on what you do best.
What's Included:
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Monthly site scans + analytics reviews
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Backend tune-ups, as needed (broken links, site speed, mobile optimization)
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On-page updates, as needed (titles, headers, internal links)
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Keyword insights + content recommendations
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SEO-aligned blog + promo suggestions
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Design + UX suggestions based on visitor behavior
Plans start at $350/month (3-month minimum)
**SEO Currently Available for Wix websites
*Website Content Strategy Sessions available for all websites, not just Wix.
Marketing
Enhancements
CONTENT
MARKETING
Blog Writing & SEO Blogs
Email Campaign Design & Management
Lead Magnets
Content Calendars
Facebook & Instagram Ad Management
EVENT & COMMUNITY MARKETING
Event Marketing Materials
Vendor Booth Signage
Community Campaigns
Launch Promotions
Local Partnership Marketing
PRINT & PROMOTIONAL
MEDIA
Flyers | Postcards | Brochures
Menus | Rack Cards
Direct Mail Campaigns
Magazine Ads
Print Coordination & Distribution Support
ONLINE VISIBILITY & BUSINESS LISTINGS
Google Business Profile Setup & Management
Yelp, Apple Business & Nextdoor Optimization
Directory & Third-Party Listing Creation
Business Information Consistency Across Platforms
Review & Reputation Guidance
PUBLIC RELATIONS & VISIBILITY
Press Releases
Media Kits
Community Feature Campaigns
Partnership Outreach
Brand Collaboration Support
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE & CONVERSION
Customer Journey Review & Recommendations
Website Flow & User Experience Suggestions
Call-to-Action Optimization
Inquiry & Booking Process Improvements
Lead Conversion Strategy
Client Touchpoint Refinement
Recent Marketing Projects
Strategic visual identities created for growing businesses across Ventura County, Conejo Valley, Santa Barbara, and beyond.
Dr. Melissa Drake, OB-GYN
Montecito, CA
Social Media Management
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Ojai Nutrition Group (Dietitian)
Ojai, CA
Social Media Management, Blog Posting &
Lead Magnet Creation
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Business Management Solutions (Bookkeeping)
Oxnard, CA
Social Media Management + In Person Photography Styling and Creative Direction
Fig Tree Wellness (Med Spa)
Ojai, CA
Social Media Management + In Person Photography Styling and Creative Direction + Event Marketing + Print Ad Management
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Kids Memory Bank (Artwork Preservation)
Simi Valley, CA
Social Media Management + Blog Management
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Arbuckle Speech Therapy (Pediatric ST)
Camarillo, CA
Social Media Management + Photography Styling
and Creative Direction
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Butterfly Kisses (Massage Therapist)
Ventura, CA
Social Media Management + Campaign Management
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Lemons & Lace (Bridal Studio)
Ventura, CA
Social Media Management
Client Testimonials
Memorable Marketing. Real Results.
Kari helped me organize my marketing, clarify my messaging, and create a website experience that finally felt polished and professional. Between the SEO improvements, automations, and ongoing strategy support, my business feels significantly more established and easier for clients to find online. I finally feel like I have someone in my corner who truly understands my vision and helps bring it to life!
Client Type:
Hair Salon in Camarillo, CA
Services:
Wix Website Design + SEO Support + Marketing & Automation Support
Working with Kari completely changed the trajectory of my business. She helped me build a brand, website, and marketing strategy that finally gave me the confidence to launch my own practice. Within months of launching, my schedule was fully booked and I’ve since expanded my team. Her guidance made the entire process feel clear, supported, and far less overwhelming
Client Type:
Pediatric Speech Therapist in Conejo Valley, CA
Services:
Wix Website Design + Branding + Marketing Support
Kari helped simplify marketing in a way that finally made sense for our business. From social media management and event marketing to SEO and print materials, she created a more cohesive strategy that helped us feel confident in our direction moving forward. Her thoughtful approach, organization, and genuine investment in our business made her an invaluable part of our growth
Client Type:
Med Spa in Ojai, CA
Services:
Social Media Management + Event Marketing + SEO & Print Marketing Support
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