Michelle Pontvert
Michelle Pontvert
Branding & Website Designer.
Paris, France
www.michellepontvert.com
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WHAT DO YOU DO?
“I’m a branding and website designer supporting my fellow Moms / Mums on a mission to scale up their service based businesses without burnout so they can spend more time with their families and doing what they love.”
WHAT STEPS DID YOU TAKE TO GET TO WHERE YOU ARE NOW?
I have 12 years of design experience, starting with my MFA from USC's film school, where I was so keen on design I helped create their set design track! When I moved to France, I wanted to find a way to combine my love for design and creative problem solving with a more balanced personal life, which led me to opening my own web design business.
How do you stand out in your field?
I love to make the whole process of working together really simple and easy for my busy clients. Open communication, clear processes and post-project support are key to making sure my. clients are happy and set up for success.
WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON RIGHT NOW?
I'm building out my digital product shop which features guides, templates and trainings that support women wanting to do it all, with a little help from an expert!
WHAT'S YOUR STYLE/PERSPECTIVE/TASTE? DO YOU HAVE A PROJECT THAT REPRESENTS THIS?
Feminine minimalism with an emphasis in usability.
My website and instagram are a good representation of my style.
WE ARE ALL SLASHIES WITH MULTIPLE SKILLS, WHICH ONE DO YOU WISH YOU COULD DO MORE OFTEN?
I'm loving learning more about coding to create really stunning sites. I'd also love to spend more time working on typography layout and patterns.
WHAT IS FRUSTRATING YOU RIGHT NOW?
While I enjoy making content for my blog, newsletter and social media I wish it wasn't so time consuming so I could focus on more passion projects.
IF YOU COULD HIRE SOMEONE FOR $20/HR, WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE THEM DO TO MAKE YOUR DAY EASIER?
Do the housework!
LET'S BRING OUT THE TIME MACHINE. WHAT DO YOU WISH YOU COULD HAVE TOLD YOURSELF, WHEN, AND WHY?
Busy doesn't always mean productive. Since my son was born and my time is not just my own anymore, I truly understand the power of using my time productively and getting rid of the busy work!
IF YOU COULD TALK TO AN EXPERT TO GAIN MORE INSIGHT ON SOMETHING, WHAT WOULD IT BE ABOUT?
Navigating the French system / taxes! My mind goes blank when trying to read legal documents in my native English, so in French it's a nightmare!
WHAT KIND OF OPPORTUNITIES/PROJECTS ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?
I'm loving my VIP Designer Day rates, where I work on your branding or website project for a dedicated day. We cover a ton in just a few hours thanks to the in-depth pre-work and focused design time. My favourite VIP Designer Day projects are Squarespace website refreshes, Squarespace sales page designs and branding refreshes.
DESCRIBE YOUR IDEAL JOB/CLIENT/COLLABORATION.
I adore supporting my fellow Moms / Mums on a mission to scale up their service-based businesses so they can spend more time with their families and doing what they truly love. I have a special place in my heart for women running businesses in the women's health, mental health and children's wellbeing areas!
Who is a creative that has helped you elevate your work?
Danbee Shin has been an amazing mentor and friend who has really helped me shape my business
HOW SHOULD SOMEONE APPROACH YOU ABOUT WORKING TOGETHER?
Head over to my contact form to fill out my application and schedule a free 30 minute zoom chat to see if we're a good fit.
HOW DO YOU STAY CREATIVE?
Rest, time away and patience
This member profile was originally published in June 2021, Updated September 2021.