Professional Services by Dayna Rhode

Est. 2025

Dayna Rhode

Creative Support

 

Hire me for creative brainstorming sessions, content direction, and storytelling— as well as practical things like marketing design, ad copy, and copyediting.

You can work with me hourly or choose a monthly plan for ongoing support. Either way, you’ll receive reliable, creative support to intuitively shape your message in a way that resonates with those it's meant for.

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Hire me for...

  • Fresh Eyes + Creative Insight
  • Unique solutions for content, communication, or design blocks
  • Visual storytelling
  • Creative brainstorming or vision sessions
  • Meaningful Marketing
  • Concept shaping + content direction
  • Content and marketing design that aligns with your brand values
  • Clear, Compelling Communication
  • Clear copywriting
  • Editorial review & copyediting
  • Behind-the-Scenes Support

Virtually supporting
Porter County, Indiana and beyond!

Offerings

 

Freelance Rate

$26 . 00

/ hour

Not interested in my creative support plans?

I offer project-based freelance services with no upfront cost. Invoices are sent at the END of the project for total hours accumulated.
  • Writing, editing, or design services
  • Begin anytime
  • New! Sliding scale rate available when needed. For startups and solopreneurs.

Biweekly Lite

$150 . 00

/ 6 hours

For services beginning 1st-14th or 15th - end. Plans do not auto renew. Invoice sent at the end of the plan.
  • 6 hours over a two week period
  • Access to all services
  • New! Sliding scale rate available when needed. For startups and solopreneurs.

I'd be happy to answer any questions you have! 

Experience

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Education

B.A. in Television ProductionValparaiso University

• Gained hands-on experience with camera operation, Adobe Premiere Pro video editing, and visual storytelling.
• Interned at NBC Universal for a daytime talk show that focused on issues of interest to women. My role as an intern included assisting with behind-the-scenes operations, live audience coordination, research, and general production tasks.
A.S. in Cross-Media JournalismGrossmont College

• Studied journalism, interviewing, video production, scriptwriting, and media research.
• During my journalism internship I wrote hard news articles for a weekly community newspaper with a 32,500-copy circulation serving San Diego's East County. Continued freelancing after internship ended.

Work Experience

Media & Marketing ManagerFamily-owned garden center, 7 years

 • Designed all in-house marketing materials for print, digital, and event use.
• Created and placed radio and print advertisements; managed relationships with media outlets.
• Implemented marketing strategies to support rotating inventory and seasonal goals.
• Initiated and led plant-themed community outreach programs to boost company visibility.
• Maintained company website and social media platforms.
• Assisted with daily operations across all areas of the business, including sales assistance, plant care, and general upkeep.


Key Skills: Social Media Content Creation, Mailchimp Email Marketing, WordPress Website Management, Community Engagement, Marketing Design, Advertising, Administrative Support
Purchasing AssistantRegional office of a national grocery retailer, 4 years

• Assisted with the placement and tracking of refrigerated inventory orders for a high-volume distribution warehouse.
• Collaborated with suppliers and logistics to resolve delivery and invoicing issues.
• Supported the Director of Purchasing with analyzing internal reports to identify and improve on areas of loss and inefficiency.
• Worked with warehouse teams to maintain optimal stock levels.


Key Skills: Order Processing, Administrative Support, Inventory Control, Supplier Coordination, Data Analysis
Administrative Office TempNational professional staffing firm, 3 years

• Provided administrative support to a variety of corporate businesses and law firms.
• Handled receptionist duties such as answering phones, greeting clients, and managing appointment scheduling.
• Performed office tasks including filing, data entry, document preparation, and email correspondence.
• Supported legal offices by transcribing case notes and maintaining organized case files.
• Adapted quickly to new environments, demonstrating strong professionalism and organizational skills across diverse office settings.

Key Skills: Office Administration, Receptionist Duties, Legal Transcription, Microsoft Excel, Scheduling, Adaptability, Client Communication 
Student Media ExperienceServed multiple roles between two college campus publications

• Advertising Manager - Managed 20+ ads per issue, developed and executed ad campaigns, and tracked financial transactions.
• Entertainment Editor- Designed and edited the entertainment section using Adobe InDesign.
• Online, news, & features Editor- Placed and edited content on the publication's website. Designed the news and features sections.

Key Skills: Ad Management, Page Design, Print & Digital Publishing, Adobe InDesign, Team Leadership, Copyediting,

Other

Copyediting CertificateACES Editing Certificate from Poynter Institute. (2025)

Memberships

Duneland Chamber of Commerce10% discount on freelancing services for Chamber members.

Let's See Where Trust Takes Us.

Reluctant to hire someone off the internet? I totally get it. That is why I offer project-based freelance support with no upfront cost. Invoices are sent at the end of every month-- after the work is complete and to your liking.

I offer project-based freelance support on a sliding scale for non-urgent projects. (May take 4+ weeks)

Pay what’s comfortable for you. Supporters make access possible.

Standard Rate → $26/hr
 (Covers fair wage + expenses)
Equity Rate →  Less than $25/hr
 (An option available when needed. For startups & solopreneurs. Pay what you can contribute.)
Supporter Rate → $33+/hr
 (Helps fund accessibility for others + receive priority turnaround!)


In a rush? My flat rate is $33/hr. Please reach out to schedule a call.

Dayna is an independant contracter offering creative marketing services to Northwest Indiana businesses and beyond.

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