Hi, I’m Danielle Brown — but you can call me Dani! I’m a proud graduate of the University of Alabama with two degrees: a B.A. in African American Studies and a B.A.C. in Advertising & Public Relations. My creative journey lives through my brand, createdbydani. It began in high school, when I first picked up a camera to capture my peers playing football. Around that same time, I fell in love with digital art. Those early moments shaped the creative foundation I carried into college. At UA, I joined 1956 Magazine — the university’s only Black student-led publication. Over two years, I grew from Assistant Design Editor to Managing Editor, and eventually Creative Director. I helped produce four award-winning issues that still stand as some of my proudest work. I’ve also designed newsletters for the Capstone Association of Black Journalists and served as a curriculum coordinator teaching elementary students journalism, public speaking, videography, and layout design. Beyond the classroom, I’ve worn many creative hats — from web manager and photographer for the Alabama Women’s Hockey Team, to Social Media & Design Specialist for my church, where I curated their first-ever magazine and continue to manage their online presence. At the heart of my work is a love for storytelling — especially stories that are often overlooked. Whether through visuals or strategy, I aim to create work that is authentic, intentional, and deeply rooted in truth.