Creative Portfolio: Kimberly Werntz
Photographer | Videographer | Graphic Designer | Illustrator
I started my career in landscape photography and then eventually moved into wedding and event photography/videography. I am an all-around creative, and I love the challenge of presenting people and things in different and unique lights.
I grew up in the Midwest and have since lived all over the US, experiencing many different cultures and ways of life.
Experience
- Graphic Designer/Marketing Manager
2019–Present to multiple award-winning authors - Photographer/Videographer
2017-Present, USA - Owner
Mystery Review Crew
Education
- BS Business Management
- AA Interdisciplinary Studies
- AA Business
Feel free to contact me with any questions.
General List:
Graphic Design
Social Media Graphics: Specializing in crafting eye-catching and engaging graphics tailored to your brand’s personality for various social media platforms. Whether it’s Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, Twitter, or any other, I’ll help make sure your content stands out.
Ad Creation & Implementation: Need advertisements that grab attention and drive results? I design compelling ad visuals that help get your messages to be seen effectively, whether it’s for online campaigns or printed materials.
Book Covers & Interiors: Your book deserves a stunning cover (we all know the saying “Don’t judge a book by its cover” is actually false!) and a professionally designed interior layout. I offer custom designs for both paperback, hardcover, and audio books, as well as e-book formatting to ensure your labor of love shines.
Website Design
User-Friendly Websites: I create websites that are not just visually appealing but also user-friendly. Your site will be designed with your target audience in mind, making it easy for your visitors to navigate and find what they need.
Newsletter & Funnel Creation: Creating interactive monthly newsletters, welcome sequences, nurturing sequences, and subscriber funnels. Lead magnet implementation and creation as well. Samples available by request.
*Newsletter Service Experience in: Mailerlite, Flowdesk, MailChimp, ConvertKit, ClickFunnels, and GoHighlevel.
Illustrations
Character Art: Bring your characters to life with custom character art. Whether for novels, comics, or games, I’ll create visuals that match your vision and resonate with your audience. Please reach out if you’d like to see a sample of my recent works.
Maps: Maps can enhance storytelling and world-building. I specialize in creating detailed and imaginative maps that add depth to your projects.
Coloring Pages/Books: Coloring books are a creative and enjoyable way to engage your audience. I can design intricate coloring pages or entire coloring books, perfect lead magnets for engaging your audience.
Book Styling and Photoshop
Web Designs
Here is a sample of websites I’ve designed.
Illustrations & Design
Fav Cons – For Instagram story covers and Website logos
Book Marks
Self Portrait
Line Art/ Coloring Books
A Collection Of Some Social Media Graphics & Banners
What Authors Are Saying:
“As an author and publisher, I have worked with Kimberly Werntz for several years. Kimberly is an incredibly talented graphics designer and illustrator as well as deeply knowledgeable about the ins and outs of social media. For an author, she is an invaluable resource, whether it is designing and managing a website, social media advertising, or promoting an author’s presence on social media. If you need help, she’s the go-to person.”
Anita Dickason, Author of the Tracker Novels and the Tori Winters Mysteries.
“Kimberly Werntz was a dream to work with when I asked her to design my new website. She asked pertinent questions and was able to bring the vision I had to life in a competent and professional manner. She made pertinent suggestions, too. I’m extremely satisfied and won’t hesitate to use her services again.”
Marni Graff, award-winning author of The Nora Tierney English Mysteries and The Trudy Genova Manhattan Mysteries.
“Over a year ago I was referred to Kimberly for some work on my site and for other things I needed to promote my books. She had been a godsend, beginning with straightening out my social media names and passwords. Every time I run into a problem, she not only fixes it but can suggest a better way of doing things, too. She has a natural talent for the media world and is a dream to work with.”
Lou Kemp, Author of The Celwyn Series, books filled with Magical Realism, Adventure, and the Sea.
