Hi. I'm Chris Deaño, a tech geek and graphic designer. I work with Chicago small businesses & organizations to create uniQue & functional designs — logo, brand, print, and web — at a great value.

See why you should work with me on your next project or check out the blog.

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Why TekUnique

Work directly with me. I’ll be with you through every single phase of the project from start to finish.

  • No working with project managers
  • No middle-men

Unique design solutions. I start with a blank slate and begin designing only after I have a complete understanding of your organization, its values, and its goals.

  • No pre-designed templates
  • No Do-It-Yourself designs

A true business partner. Each project is handled with the utmost care and I will work with you to ensure that we accomplish the objectives at hand.

  • Quick response times
  • Readily available assistance
  • Consistent project updates

Professionals in Visual Communications do not simply create aesthetically pleasing graphics, websites, applications, identities, or printed materials. We seek to tell a story, deliver a message, and/or entice a specific action to be taken, all while keeping the function of the design in mind. Our designs are purpose-driven and goal-oriented. Only through GREAT collaboration, and GREAT understanding, can GREAT pieces be produced..

It is essential that you hire a graphic designer that works well with you. There are countless options to choose from, so be sure to consider the following factors:

Design Process Typically the design process will involve several steps and not every designer will have the same approach. Do they have a clear process? How do they gather information about you and your business? Do you work with the graphic designer or project manager? View my design process

Professionalism You can easily sense how certain designers work just by the initial communications. How quickly did they respond? How were their emails written? Did they provide you with a clear and concise proposal? Are they available to speak by phone?

Experience This depends entirely on what your needs are, but they should have the required technical training. Do they have a design portfolio? How long have they been providing graphic design services? Read more about me or check out my portfolio

Budget & Rates You’ll find a very WIDE spectrum of rates available on the internet so use your best judgement. If it seems too good to be true, it usually is. Like with any service or product, you get what you pay for. Read more about the graphic design services offered.

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Design Fail: Poor Use of Negative Space

It's great fun to see logos that use negative space well. However, you have to be careful with the positive space.read more

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The Vendor-Client Relationship [Humor]

A funny video, produced by Scofield Editorial, about the vendor-client relationship and the ridiculous requests many of us have gotten.read more

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Web Design Preparation – Things to do Before Hiring a Designer

Are you looking to have a new website created or redesigned? Make sure you're prepared by following this web design prep checklist.read more

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Social Media Gurus – Do they really exist?

A quick rant about so-called social media "experts"read more

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Myths about Working from Home

Dispelling myths surrounding home-based offices and businesses. Yes, we actually work :).read more

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