me.

I’m a creative director, designer and writer.

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, 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, higher education, fundraising 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!).