Make Your First Impression Unforgettable
Your project’s first impression matters. A movie poster, album cover, or podcast artwork isn’t just an image—it’s your story, captured in a single, compelling visual.
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Decision-makers and audiences scroll past thousands of visuals every day. If your key art fails to stand out, your project might be ignored—no matter how great the content is.
A forgettable first impression means fewer listeners, viewers, and buyers.
You’re Losing Opportunities
Without bold, strategic design, your project struggles to stand out.
If your key art doesn’t connect at a glance, your audience moves on.
Your key art is your project’s calling card—let’s make sure they can’t ignore it.
You Feel Invisible
You’re Not Making an Impact
Here is how I help you.
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A Look That Captures Your Story
I design with intention—every font, color, and layout reflects your project’s unique tone.
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Artwork That Sells
Your project’s key art isn’t just beautiful—it’s a marketing tool that drives results.
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Visuals That Demand Attention
Your key art grabs eyes instantly, making your project impossible to ignore.
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A First Impression That Sticks
Your audience connects with your story at first glance, increasing engagement and interest.
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A Seamless Creative Process
We collaborate with clear steps to refine and perfect your vision.
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about ME
AJ Hanneld
My clients
I’m a film encyclopedia wrapped in a graphic designer’s toolkit.
My Film Studies education gives me a deep understanding of storytelling, while my Graphic Design degree ensures your visuals are not only beautiful but also strategic and cohesive.
Add in my background in race/class/gender studies, and you’ll get a pitch deck that doesn’t just look good—it’s smart, culturally nuanced, and built to resonate.
Le Guin, Jim Henson, Gentileschi, George Lucas—these are just a few of the legendary names that spring to mind when I think of the remarkable talents of AJ Hanneld. She has the unique ability to take any story, idea, script, or babbled nonsense, and transform it into something immediately captivating and resonant. A Creative Director for the ages, and a genuinely wonderful person, to boot. 100% would recommend.
—Vince Raisa
Head of Development and Production for Brian Henson at The Jim Henson Company. Producer of Earth to Ned (2020), The Curious Creations of Christine McConnell (2018), and Jim Henson’s Creature Shop Challenge (2014).
AJ Hanneld is more than a graphic artist—she’s a storyteller. Her work on my pitch decks brought complex ideas to life with clarity and style, and her title design for The End is Nye set the perfect tone for the series. She has an uncanny ability to translate concepts into striking visuals that not only look great but also enhance the narrative. Whether it’s shaping a project’s identity or creating cinematic moments, AJ’s talent is unmatched.
—Brannon Braga
Writer/Producer of Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek: Voyager, and Star Trek: Enterprise. Co-writer of Star Trek: First Contact. Creator/Showrunner of Terra Nova and Salem. Executive Producer of The Orville and Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey.
Do people still say, "knocked my socks off?" Because AJ knocks my socks off. She consistently delivers a treasure chest of riches—overflowing with vision, precision, and an innate understanding of storytelling that elevates everything around it. Her ability to translate ideas into stunning, resonant visuals is second to none. If you’re looking for someone to bring your world to life, you’re looking for AJ.
—Salim Akil
Writer/Director of Sparkle and Jumping the Broom. Creator/Showrunner of Black Lightning and The Game.
Executive Producer of Being Mary Jane.
One of the challenges of presenting creative ideas in the marketplace—and my shows have ranged from techno-punk action, to historical dramas, to gritty world-spanning conspiracy thrillers, with a whimsical utopian sci-fi in the mix—is to create an engaging feel, an environment in which your partners can understand your clear vision, but can build on with their own thoughts. AJ has improved every project we've worked on together, often defining the show with her design in a way the writers had not arrived at with words alone. She's collaborative, listens, doesn't just execute notes but improves on them. She's my go-to partner for any project I take out in the current mad, international market.
—John Rogers
Screenwriter of Transformers. Creator/Showrunner of Leverage,The Librarians, The Player, and Jackie Chan Adventures.
AJ has been my secret weapon since 2019 on over 30 projects. She’s someone I trust to elevate creative, solve problems before they happen, and consistently deliver exceptional work. When I left NBCUniversal for Anonymous Content, I didn’t hesitate to bring her with me. She’s that rare mix of strategic and inventive, pragmatic and boundary-pushing. If you get the chance to work with her, take it.
—Jessica Grimshaw
EVP of Unscripted Films, Television, and Podcasts at Anonymous Content. NBCUniversal alum.
AJ's creativity, vision, execution and collaborative process are unmatched. I've worked with her on a variety of projects over the years and she's always my first call. Not only is she incredibly talented and dependable, but she is truly one of the loveliest humans I know. She always goes above and beyond and has seen all of our projects through with the same focus and care as if they were her own personal passion projects.
—Amanda McPhillips
Producer and Premium Content Development Executive. NBCUniversal alum.
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How It Works
We explore visual directions, themes, and inspirations. (~10 days)
Concept & Discovery
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First Design Options
Three unique look-and-feel concepts for your project. (Includes client feedback ~5 days)
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Refinements & Finalization
Incorporate final notes and generate all assets in various dimensions and resolutions. (Final delivery ~5 days)
KEY ART PACKAGE
Everything you need to make your project stand out and leave a lasting impression.
Payment Schedule – 50% upfront | 50% upon completion.
Optimized files for streaming platforms, social media, and print.
Multi-Format Delivery
Striking visuals tailored for posters, album covers, or podcast artwork.
Custom Key Art Design
Refine and perfect the design through a collaborative process.
Three Rounds of Revisions
Frequently asked questions
How long does the process take?
The full timeline is approximately 4 weeks, depending on feedback and revisions.
Will my key art work across different platforms?
Yes! Your design will be optimized for posters, social media, streaming platforms, and print, ensuring it looks great everywhere.
What if I need additional revisions?
The package includes three rounds of revisions. Additional revisions can be requested for an extra fee.
Can you match an existing visual style?
Absolutely. Whether you have an established brand or need something completely new, I’ll create key art that aligns with your project’s aesthetic.
