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Small business marketing that makes sense

Running a small business means juggling everything: operations, customers, payroll, and marketing too. Most small businesses don’t need a big-agency plan. You need something that works, fits your budget, and feels manageable day to day.

Big Wave Studio helps small businesses build strong brands, simple websites, and clear marketing strategies that actually move the needle.

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Start here: practical tools for your business

Before you start ramping up your marketing, take a few minutes to ground yourself in the essentials.
These free tools and guides can help you make smarter decisions and get clarity on what comes next.

Plan

Develop a marketing plan

Start with a simple framework that keeps you focused on goals that matter.

Clarify

Clarify your brand story

Use our short exercise to define your message so customers know exactly what you do and why it matters.

Evaluate

Evaluate your website

Take five minutes to review your site with our checklist, 10 things your website must do to convert visitors into customers.

Budget

Budget your marketing spend

Understand what small businesses typically invest and how to get the most value for every dollar.

How we help

Marketing should move your business forward, not drain your time or budget.
Each service is built to simplify decision-making and create results that last.

Brand identity that stands out

A clear brand gives customers a reason to choose you. Through discovery conversations and design exploration, you’ll come away with a visual identity, logo system, color palette, and messaging foundation that tell your story with confidence. Every piece of marketing starts here, so your business looks and sounds consistent everywhere it appears.

Brand identity services

  • Brand development
  • Logo design
  • Visual identity
  • Messaging

Websites that convert

A clear brand gives customers a reason to choose you. Through discovery conversations and design exploration, you’ll come away with a visual identity, logo system, color palette, and messaging foundation that tell your story with confidence. Every piece of marketing starts here, so your business looks and sounds consistent everywhere it appears.

Digital services

  • Web design
  • Copywriting
  • SEO
  • eCommerce
  • Ongoing maintenance

Marketing strategy that fits

A good plan connects goals to action. Together we identify your most important audiences, define messages that matter to them, and outline campaigns that meet your time and budget realities. Expect a roadmap you can follow month by month, with clear priorities and metrics to measure progress.

Marketing strategy services

  • Customer research
  • Persona development
  • Marketing plans
  • Campaign development

Ongoing support when you need it

Not every business needs a full marketing department. Get as-needed support for content creation, email campaigns, social media, seasonal promotions, or website updates. Whether it’s a one-time project or ongoing collaboration, the goal is to keep momentum without adding overhead.

Ongoing support

  • Social media
  • Blog content
  • Video content
  • Reporting & analytics
  • Retainer services

Working with Big Wave is simple

Our process focuses on collaboration,
simplicity, and measurable results.

1

Consultation

We’ll talk about your business, goals, and what may be getting in the way.

2

Get a clear plan

You’ll receive a simple, tailored roadmap with no jargon and no fluff.

3

Set sail

We’ll bring your brand and marketing to life in a way that feels right for you.

Free e-Book

A Crash Course in Small Business Marketing

Practical strategies every business can use

Aaron J. Keyes

Founder, Big Wave Studio

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