Me.

I’m Sarah Jane Dunaway—a creative director, graphic designer and writer with more than two decades of experience shaping brand identities and leading campaigns across print, digital, and experiential platforms. With a foundation in advertising and a master’s degree in journalism from Harvard University, my work is rooted in storytelling, research, and aesthetics that bring clarity and purpose to every project. I approach each engagement as a creative partner—collaborating with teams, guiding strategy, and elevating execution from concept to final product.

I hold both a master’s degree in journalism and a graduate certificate in photography—with a focus on conflict photojournalism—from Harvard University, and a B.A. in Communications from the University of Alabama, where I studied advertising and graphic design. This combined grounding in narrative and visual craft continues to inform my design sensibility and editorial voice.

My career spans agency and in-house roles across architecture, real estate, finance, healthcare, law and mission-driven organizations. Whether I’m building a comprehensive brand system, designing a publication or writing long-form copy, I aim for work that is thoughtful, disciplined and built to last.

In addition to client work, I maintain a personal creative practice in documentary-style photography, painting and freelance writing. My creative work has been exhibited regionally and recognized by organizations including Communication Arts, Neenah Paper, AIGA, and Graphic Design: USA. I’ve written a few original sitcom pilots, currently serve on the board of the Maryland Federation of Art, and volunteer with the Junior League of Annapolis. I live and work in Annapolis, Maryland with my husband and two children—and have a longtime appreciation for jazz, sailing, coffee, golden retrievers, and both Alabama and Navy football (beat Army!).

I’m a creative director, designer and writer.