Ultraviolet Agency Joins VRD—What This Means for You

Let’s talk about visibility. You could be turning out stunning projects year after year, but if your brand isn’t visible, you’re playing small while others get the spotlight. Great design is only half the battle—it’s getting found that changes everything.

These days, visibility is tougher than ever. Thanks to Google’s new AI Mode, a staggering 93% of searches now end without a single click to any website. Your next client might never even land on your site. Most designers haven’t caught on yet—but for those who do, this shift is a real opportunity. Jen Smiga of UltraViolet Agency explains exactly what’s changing in her latest blog post. If you care about getting noticed, you’ll want to read it.

So what do you do when the old ways of getting noticed just don’t work anymore? You team up with people who know how to get you seen. That’s why we’re so excited to announce that Ultraviolet Agency is one of VRD’s newest brand partners!

Here’s what sets Ultraviolet apart:

• Brand Positioning: They help you define what makes you different—so your business stops blending in and starts standing out.

• Strategic Storytelling: Ultraviolet crafts the kind of narratives that get you published, followed, and remembered.

• Integrated Marketing: From social media to marketing decks with deep SEO/AEO analyses, their team builds the tactical framework you need to scale your reputation.

• Industry Advocacy: With deep roots in the design world, Ultraviolet connects you to the right media and partnerships, the ones that actually move the needle.

  
  

Jennifer Smiga knows how to get brands noticed. Her client list has included Aveda, Goldman Sachs, the NY Yankees, Bette Midler’s MillionTreesNYC—and that’s just the highlight reel. She’s a frequent speaker at High Point Market, Business of Home, and the Design Influencers Conference, sharing real-world expertise that designers implement to get real results.actually use.

Here’s the best part: As a VRD member, you don’t just get inspired by leaders like Jennifer; —you get real access. We’re talking exclusive perks, like a members-only discount on Ultraviolet’s signature Master Marketing Deck. It’s the same toolset top designers use to sharpen their messaging, professionalize their brand, and land the kind of projects most people only dream about.

If you’re ready to stop being the industry’s best-kept secret, attract better clients, and build a brand that truly gets noticed, this is your moment.

At VRD, it’s never just about discounts. It’s about genuine relationships and the kind of support that helps you grow. That’s why we bring in partners like Ultraviolet: so you can build a business that lasts, —and a brand that truly stands out.

Ready to join us?

If you’re not a VRD member yet, now’s the time. Get the tools, connections, and insider access you can’t find anywhere else. Already a member? Log in to your dashboard for all the details and your exclusive Ultraviolet perks.

Don’t let your work go unseen. Your next level starts here—join VRD today.