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New Office Sign

October 14, 2024 8:42 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

We’ve been keeping something exciting under wraps, and it’s finally here—our brand-new office sign! A huge shoutout to our talented client, Garret Betts, owner of Neon Road, for creating this masterpiece. ✨ It perfectly captures the vibe of JADC, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have it up! Check it out in this video, and let us know what you think!


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Sister City Tour Highlights

September 23, 2024 8:36 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

We had the honor of visting with the Sister City visitors from Kanie, Japan, as they toured Downtown Marion, IL! They had the opportunity to experience the heart of our community by visiting some amazing local landmarks and businesses like: Glaciers End, Sister City Mural, Wit and Wisdom, Ikebana Series Mural, Support the Arts Mural, Marion Medial Mission Mural, Doug’s Lock & Key Service, Union Street Arts, Crown Brew Coffee Co., Tower Square Pizza, Milkweed Provisions, Granny Puckett’s Cupcakes, Marion Clock Tower, Marion Cultural and Civic Center, Marion Carnegie Library, Lavish Bath Box, Little Egypt Arts Association, Perfectly Posh Boutique,... View Article


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Burger King’s Moldy Whopper Campaign: A Bold Move in Marketing

August 26, 2024 2:00 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

In early 2020, Burger King unveiled a campaign that would defy expectations and make headlines worldwide: the “Moldy Whopper” campaign. This unconventional marketing strategy featured close-up images of their iconic Whopper sandwich covered in mold, aiming to emphasize the burger’s lack of artificial preservatives—a distinct departure from industry norms. The Concept Behind the Moldy Whopper: Burger King, in collaboration with the agency INGO, took a daring approach by showcasing the natural decay process of their Whopper to convey a powerful message about ingredient transparency. The campaign’s central idea was to challenge perceptions and differentiate the Whopper from its competitors by... View Article


Elevating Your Business Beyond Just Sales

Cultivating Connections: How to Elevate Your Business Beyond Sales

May 31, 2024 8:18 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

In today’s fast-paced business landscape, making a sale is just the beginning. Building lasting connections with customers requires more than a transactional approach – it’s a blend of marketing, web design, and branding strategies that resonate with audiences on a deeper level. At James Arthur Design Co., we understand the importance of fostering meaningful relationships and guiding businesses towards sustainable growth. Let’s explore how our services go beyond the transaction to create loyal customers who are invested in your brand’s success. Marketing: Engaging Your Audience at Every Touchpoint Effective marketing is about more than just promoting products or services –... View Article


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Mastering Meta

April 26, 2024 7:55 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

When starting a digital presence it’s easy for small business owners to gravitate towards Facebook and Instagram. After all, with Facebook boasting the highest number of users and Instagram’s visually appealing interface, these platforms seem like the natural choice. However, with the rise of TikTok, especially among younger audiences, the allure of short-form video content has never been stronger. But, for small business owners, navigating TikTok’s discovery algorithm can be such a pain. So, where does that leave us? I’m going to share some Facebook and Instagram tips, tricks, and algorithm secrets for small business growth. Tips & Tricks for... View Article


blog about graphic design and advertising. Southern Illinois design and advertising agency.

Streamlining Creative Processes: Applying Lean Manufacturing Principles in Graphic Design and Advertising

March 22, 2024 4:32 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Ever wonder how an ex-industrial engineer ended up in the colorful world of graphic design and advertising? Well I’ve found that these two seemingly different industries have a surprising amount of overlap, and while one might associate industrial manufacturing and applied engineering with assembly lines and manufacturing processes, the principles that guided my studies and work in engineering have proven remarkably applicable in my role as a designer.


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AI is the New Lorem Ipsum

February 23, 2024 5:00 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

It seems like overnight AI has come on the scene and is drastically changing the way many people do business. It’s been the center of conversation – a few of us at JADC were just joking about how to trick ChatGPT into saying something offensive. But how do you actually use it in a practical setting? One of the main ways that I’ve integrated AI into my workflow is using it as placeholder text. Designers have been using Lorem Ipsum since the early days of the typesetting industry to have a realistic-looking layout while they may be waiting on content... View Article