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Digital Marketing Agency in St. Johns, MI, for Construction & Local Service Businesses

Design Squad Media helps growing businesses turn attention into leads with strategy, websites, paid advertising, video, creative content, CRM tools, and clear communication from a team that treats your goals like our own.

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About Us/

BusinessRate Best Marketing Agency in St. Johns, MI 2026

“We live for the thrill of watching a business succeed.”

Trusted by contractors, home service brands, automotive businesses, solar companies, medical practices, and local businesses nationwide. We’re a small but very experienced team of professionals. With over 25 years in marketing, web design, and advertising, we’ve developed marketing strategies that evolve with the ever-changing digital landscape.

We live for the thrill of watching a business succeed. Helping your company grow and sharing in your joy is why we do this.

Meet the Squad

With years of experience in every aspect of marketing, you’re hiring a full team for the price of one in-house marketer.

About Us
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Joe Simmons

CEO & Founder

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Troy Brooks

COO

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Jamie Smylnycky

Creative Director

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Elijah Simmons

Business Account Manager

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Lauren Turf

Graphic & Web Designer

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Zack Wallace

Michigan Videographer

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Chris Kalbaugh

Tennessee Videographer

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Services / Plans for Everyone

Marketing Should Make Growth Easier

You should not have to chase five different vendors just to keep your business visible online. Design Squad Media gives you a full marketing team with the strategy, creative, technology, and follow-through needed to help your company grow.

We learn your business, clarify your offer, build the right digital foundation, and manage the campaigns that help bring better leads to your team. From your website and paid ads to video, social content, CRM automation, and reporting, we keep everything connected and focused on measurable growth.

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01.

Paid Facebook & Instagram Ads

Reach the right audience with campaigns built around your offer, location, budget, and growth goals. We create the ads, manage the campaigns, monitor performance, and make adjustments based on real data.

02.

Paid Google Ads

Show up when people are already searching for the services you provide. We build search-focused campaigns designed to drive qualified traffic and generate stronger lead opportunities.

03.

Videography

Video helps people understand your business faster. We create brand videos, short-form content, testimonials, project videos, drone footage, and video sales letters that can be used across your website, ads, social media, and sales process.

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Done-For-You Websites

Your website should do more than look good. We design responsive, lead-focused websites that explain what you do, build trust quickly, and make it easy for visitors to contact you.

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Graphic Design

Strong creative helps your business look credible, consistent, and memorable. We create graphics, campaign assets, social media content, print materials, and brand visuals that support your marketing goals.

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Full Service Marketing

For businesses that need a complete growth partner, we bring strategy, creative, ads, websites, CRM, automation, and reporting together into one managed marketing system.

Who We Help

Built for Businesses That Need More Than Pretty Marketing

We work with business owners who need marketing that looks professional, communicates clearly, and produces real opportunities. Our strongest fit is with construction companies, contractors, local service businesses, and growth-minded brands that need a partner who can handle both strategy and execution.

We are a good fit if you need:

  • A better website that captures leads
  • Paid advertising that reaches the right customers
  • Professional video and creative content
  • A CRM and follow-up system that keeps leads organized
  • Consistent social media and brand visibility
  • A complete marketing plan managed by one team
  • Clear communication from people who actually know your business

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Whether you need paid ads, commercial video production, commercial photography, website support, or a more complete growth plan, we can build the right scope around your goals.

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Projects/ Websites, Ads, and More

We listen to our clients. Really listen. You trust us with your brand and we don’t take that lightly.

We form a partnership with our clients that is evident in the work we do for them. Each business is unique. We emphasize the people behind the business and their place in the community.

By listening to your goals, what you like or dislike, your brand voice, and getting to know you; we’re able to learn your brand and represent you exactly how you want to be seen.

RSI Home Improvement Site

Web Design

Lead Capturing Websites

Allen's Auto Sales Ads

Social Media Marketing

Ad Campaigns

Allen's Auto Sales Ads

E-commerce

Online Store & Promotion

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Virtual Sales Letters

Promotional Video Content

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real results from real clients

Hear directly from business owners about their experience working with Design Squad Media—from more leads to real growth.

Testimonials/ Client Reviews

    Tom R.
    Tom R.

    Owner | Mr. Asphalt & Sealcoating

    “Joe and his team are very professional. They have elevated our digital marketing to the next level! They know how to make the leads roll in. Amazing how quickly they can get things done. Thanks for your hard work – simply the best we have ever worked with.”

      Joe A.
      Joe A.

      Owner | Allen’s Auto Sales

      “Joe and his team have really been helping us out with their marketing and driving traffic for us. They are very professional, timely, and creative – highly recommend!!”

        Jessica C.
        Jessica C.

        Owner | Delight In Designs

        “The results speak for themselves: we’ve seen an increase in inquiries, better project alignments, and glowing feedback from our clients. They not only deliver great work but also communicate clearly and are always a pleasure to work with. If you’re looking for a marketing firm that knows how to position your business for success, Design Squad is the way to go!”

          Bob R.
          Bob R.

          Owner | Quality Solar

          “Design Squad Media, I can’t say enough about this team. They listen to my issues, they react to my needs and maintain my budget at the same time. I can’t say enough about them. If you want results you call Design Squad Media!!!!”

            Justin S.
            Justin S.

            Owner | Greenback Wraps

            “As an ongoing customer of Design Squad Media, I am continually impressed with their services! Their expertise in lead generation, Facebook ads, text messaging, and email campaigns has consistently boosted my business’s online presence. The team is professional, responsive, and truly understands digital marketing strategies.”

              Marnie S
              Marnie S

              The Agro Expo

              “I’ve had a great experience working with Design Squad Media. Their team is responsive, easy to work with, and consistently delivers excellent support whenever we need it.One of the biggest benefits has been implementing MorrisCRM. It has completely changed how I manage customer contacts and communications, helping me stay organized, improve follow-up, and keep all customer interactions in one place. The system is intuitive, efficient, and has become an important part of my daily workflow.If you’re looking for a marketing and CRM partner that is responsive, knowledgeable, and committed to helping your business succeed, I highly recommend Design Squad Media.”

              Ready to get started?

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              Whether you need a better website, more qualified leads, stronger creative, paid ads, video content, or a complete marketing partner, Design Squad Media can help you build a growth plan that fits your business.

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              Frequently Asked Questions.

              What does Design Squad Media do?

              Design Squad Media is a full-service digital marketing agency. We help businesses grow with websites, paid ads, social media marketing, commercial video, graphic design, CRM tools, automation, and complete marketing strategy.

              Where is Design Squad Media located?

              Design Squad Media is located at 1130 S Dewitt Rd, St. Johns, MI 48879. We serve businesses in Michigan and work with clients nationwide.

              What types of businesses do you work with?

              We work with construction companies, contractors, local service businesses, automotive businesses, solar companies, medical practices, home improvement brands, and other growing companies that need stronger marketing and lead generation.

              Do you build websites?

              Yes. We create done-for-you websites designed to look professional, explain your business clearly, and help convert visitors into leads.

              Do you manage paid advertising?

              Yes. We manage paid Facebook, Instagram, and Google Ads campaigns. Our team handles strategy, creative, campaign setup, optimization, and performance tracking.

              Can you help if we already have a website or ads running?

              Yes. We can review your current marketing, identify what is working, find gaps, and build a better plan around your goals.

              How do we get started?

              The first step is to book a consultation. We will talk through your business, your goals, your current marketing, and the best next steps for growth.

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