Thank you for visiting Mike Doyle Design Studio. You have found your next website design, graphic design and branding partner! This marks our 13th year of providing high quality services at a great price.
2024 was another rewarding, challenging and ultimately successful year. I was able to get a better command on combining the work/home life balance, though having an office in the same vicinity as a toddler is still a delicate balancing act!
I am starting 2025 with limited openings and will continue to be selective with projects. I am always looking for strong partners with a driven desire to improve their business. Please send me an email or use the contact form to share your ideas!
- Mike Doyle
Services
Mike Doyle Design includes a large toolkit of solutions under one roof. My capabilities have expanded each year. Contact me to discuss your unique project, as there is a great chance I will be able to handle your requests. I have accrued a trusted network of specialists who can help realize any work that is beyond my scope of knowledge in bringing a project to completion. I take transparency very seriously and will be the first to point out any limitations.
Websites.
My bread and butter. From the brainstorming, to the UX/UI drafts and the countless revisions until you are completely satisfied - we'll build you the perfect website to reflect your business. You will love the extra backend care I take in all the little details such as SEO techniques, accessibility, fast, clean databases and redirects.
Website Services
- WordPress Development
- Website Design and Rebranding
- E-Commerce Development
- Landing Pages + Lead Pages
- Responsive & Mobile Conversions
- Broken / Hacked Website Revival
- SSL Certificate Conversions
- Shopify + MIVA Merchant Capable
- CMS Platform Capable
- HTML / CSS / PHP Coding
- Squarespace + Wix + Webflow
Branding.
I love working on branding projects. There is something wonderful about starting a new brand or reviving an existing one. There is immediate feedback from the client and their customers. You can see it, and it feels good. From logo re-imagination to style guides and website rebranding, let's work together and create something fresh.
- Logo Development
- Brand Style Guides
- Brand + Direction Consulting
- Current Brand Audits
- Competition Analysis
- Colour Palettes (Including PANTONE)
- Custom Graphic Elements
- Templates for Social Media
- Rebuild assets for all devices
- Consistent Usage Guidelines
Design.
Design encompasses a dozen mediums. I suppose I started in design when creating digital artwork in Paint and the first versions of Photoshop. I still enjoy opening a new file and designing something unique and exciting for web, email, marketing or print. Whether it is a simple flyer or a comprehensive sales package, I can help push your campaign forward.
- Print + Web Advertisements
- Magazine Advertisements
- Web/Landing Page Mockups
- Email Templates (Mailchimp/CC)
- High Level Brochure Design
- Ready-for-Print Files
- Product Die Line Packaging
- Billboard & Road Signage
- Floorplan and Black Line Work
- Blog and Social Graphics
- Photograph Manipulation
More.
Over the past 12 years as a business and 25 years as a computer enthusiast, I have encountered a countless amount of useful (and outdated) skills related to the industry. Whether it is helping with host migrations, adding SSL certificates, cleaning up wasted spending on accounts or consulting / auditing any project you need an extra set of eyes on - I can provide valuable knowledge and expertise.
- Website Maintenance Services
- Search Engine Optimization
- Hosting Migration & Support
- Account Supervision
- Spending Audits & Consulting
- AI Generation Assistance
- Social Media Platforms
- Email Signatures
- Proof Reading & Copy-writing
- 24/7 Availability with no *Rush Charges*
What My Clients Say.
“We are on our 4th generation of our award winning websites with this studio and we have no intention to use anyone else anytime soon. Mike has mastered the art of developing creative, effective, and efficient websites. We would recommend him to anyone looking for personal attention in the development of a great online presence.”
Bluewater Recycling Association
"Mike is great to work with. Not only is he very talented creatively, he is very responsive and provides excellent customer service. I love what he did with my website and logos and would not hesitate to ask him to do other creative work for my business. I highly recommend Mike Doyle Design and his talents!"
Foster Family Law
“Highly recommend Mike Doyle Design for his dedicated and highly creative marketing strategies. He embraces your business as if it was his own, giving you the highest level of performance with results that puts your business above the competition.”
Sally Creek Lifestyle Homes
What I Am All About.
Since 2012, Mike Doyle Design Studio has seen consistent success from a proven combination of professional, dedicated work at an attractive price point. My goal is to create a direct and sustainable relationship with clients and promote long term value. New clients are always surprised at the level of detail, personal care and breadth of services they receive for the price - up to 75% more affordable than competing design firms!
History
How it started…
The Studio was officially launched in January 2012. I began young – searching the web, finding ways to install the newest programs and learning to design on computers through trial and error around 1995. The internet was still evolving, long before YouTube had instant tutorials and companies offered their programs for subscriptions. There were still guest books, Geocities, hit counters and looping animated GIFs. Macromedia Fireworks, Corel Paintshop Pro and ICQ. After years of website design tinkering – I eventually earned a paid position in 2004 for the Bluewater Recycling Association in Huron Park. Over the next 8 years, I gained invaluable experience in many different mediums and formats.
I applied knowledge gained from a Business Degree in Commercial Studies at King’s College in London to realize a unique niche market for small and medium businesses was quickly growing: the need for companies that desired the branding, design and web presence reflecting their mission – at a budget that fell below hiring an agency or recruiting a full time employee. Larger firms quote too much for many basic services, while local freelance solutions produced low-quality, inconsistent work.
Fast forward over decade later and I have seen success from a simple combination of clean, personal & modern services at a modest price point. In a saturated design market, my goal is to create a direct and sustainable relationship with customers. I value the trust of long term clients, and aim to provide a dependable, flexible and affordable solution.
Why Choose Me?
You get a lot, for a little…
Website design agencies are great. You get a fantastic finished product conceived by a team of dedicated experts. But there is a cost to this. What many don’t realize is you can achieve a great deal of the high-end work an agency provides through an experienced individual. An agency will have a team of multiple coders, designers, project leads, marketers, social media content creators, copywriters, advertisers and sales specialists and while they provide the most flexibility; it can be argued that the majority of web projects required by small and medium businesses don’t require this ensemble.
I believe that through the last 20+ years of experience, I have developed the tools required to serve most client needs. I am constantly learning, and find it a great pleasure to evolve alongside this fast-paced industry. All of my work and time is heavily documented, and direct client contact with myself is a priority so that you are comfortable and satisfied from start to finish.
You will get an seasoned designer with a broad tool-set that believes in transparency, attention to detail and creativity. I care about the work I do, and never leave with you stranded with a finished product. Ongoing support, custom instructions and timely updates are all available.
Pricing
As of September 1st 2024, my current rates are fixed at $60/hr (plus HST if applicable). I bill in 0.5 hour increments and will generally only take on jobs that require a minimum of 1 hour to complete. New clients require a standard deposit structure that we will discuss and agree upon beforehand.
I also provide full and honoured total project rates for those needing to keep a strict budget in place. Contact me today for a discussion and meeting.
Staff
Our full-service staff is outfitted to provide you with the absolute best experience. Learn more about the faces that make it all possible:
Mike
Owner/Operator
Maggie
Security + Catering
John Gibbons
Customer Relations
Kellan
Junior Developer
Recent Websites
I have done my best to compile some recent website design projects so you don’t have to search through the clients section to see my work. The long term goal is to provide a much more comprehensive showcase of work. If time were not a concern…
- HN Construction Limited – General contracting services since 1978 in the GTA area
- Tiesma Industrial Coverings – Agri-Tarp Specialists in Ontario
- Shree Homes Inc. – London based residential custom home developer
- SIVA Training – Canadian-based provider of specialized support and safety management services to residential programs
- The Dapper Collection Co. – Crafting Confidence, Defining Style. Men’s Grooming products.
- Bluewater Recycling Association – Recycling Collection & Material Recovery Facility
- The Woodview Inn – Luxury Hotel in Gananoque, Ontario
- Sally Creek Lifestyle Homes – Premier Singles & Towns in Woodstock
- Bluepoint Lookout – Collection of Custom Build Homes along Lake Huron
- First Choice Beverage – Premier co-packer for the juice and dairy alternative beverage industry in Canada
- The Learning Edge – Leader in Learning and Development Solutions Since 1994
- London Classic Kitchens – First Class Custom Kitchen Builds in London
- The HUM Law Firm – Boutique Toronto Employment Lawyers
- The Andrew Hines Real Estate Investing Podcast – Over 275 Episodes
- Zebra Condominiums – Modern Condominiums in the heart of Niagara Falls
- A Day in the Life of Metadata – Mapping the Everyday Consequences of Smartphone Location Metadata
- KASSAR Homes – Tarion Registered Boutique London Home Builder
- MARS Environmental – Provider of containerized services for waste & recyclables.
- District Property Trust – Commercial & Multi Residential Real Estate REIT
- 30 Minutes To Wealth – Television and Online Real Estate Show Hub
- Sugar Beach Homes – Fort Myers Beach luxury vacation home rentals
- MJ Dixon Construction Limited – COR Certified construction services
- Valour Group – Comprehensive Value-added Developer Solutions
- Pro Funds Mortgages – Fully Equipped Mortgage & Private Lending Services
- Restoration Design Inc. – Quality Custom Porsche Automobile Panel Producers
- Bluffs Bay – Georgian Bay Water Front Lots
- Xtivity Inc. – Global Inventory Optimization Services
Clients
With a portfolio of over 140 clients to date, I am proud of the experience - but am always looking for new relationships and unique projects to collaborate with. Hover/tap over some of the companies I have had the pleasure to create with over the years. Click on the button below for a more comprehensive list.
Connections Leadership Journey
Program Design, Print and Digital Media, Online Program
Investing in the USA Mastermind
Logo Design, Website Design
Since 2004
Innosoft Fusion
Logo Design, Interface, UI, UX Design
Since 2013
Mother Parkers Tea & Coffee
Internal Graphic Design, Powerpoint Presentations, Templates
Xtivity Pulse
Logo Design, Interface, UI, UX Design
2019
Huron Tractor
Brochure & Poster Design
Crofton
Product Photography & Packaging
King's University
Poster Design
What I Use.
Below is a short list of hosting and framework solutions I use for all my new clients. I trust these brands, and love what they do. Click on the logos below to check out their offers - and I may even get a little kick-back too.
