Why After the Pause?
After the Pause is all about taking the time to create something meaningful — to slow down, focus, and build a foundation that truly reflects who you are and the work you do. I believe in the power of thoughtful, intentional design to connect people and inspire action.
I'm Brian Berryman, a designer based in Columbus, and I specialize in helping small businesses, nonprofits, and community-driven organizations bring their digital presence to life. My mission is simple: I want to help people who are helping other people. By crafting websites, branding, and digital systems that reflect your values, I help you build trust and foster connections that last.
Whether you're just starting out or need to update an existing site, I'm here to ensure your online space is a true representation of the impact you're making.
What I Can Build for You
Custom Website Design for Your Business
With years of experience and a modern design approach, I create custom websites that build trust and help you connect with your audience. My designs focus on clean aesthetics, strong performance, and user experience to ensure your website represents your business values. Whether you're starting a new venture or updating an existing site, I design websites that engage your audience and reflect your brand.
Business and Product Branding that Speaks to Your Audience
I specialize in branding that captures the essence of your business and products. From logo design to full brand identity and rebranding strategies, I help your business stand out in a competitive market. Using market research and thoughtful design decisions, I ensure your brand connects with your audience and represents your values effectively. No logo? No problem — I guide you through the entire process, from concept to completion.
On-Page SEO to Boost Your Website’s Organic Traffic
On-page SEO is essential for driving organic traffic to your website. By optimizing elements like titles, meta descriptions, headings, and images, I help your website rank higher on search engines like Google. Whether you're looking to improve local SEO or rank for industry-specific keywords, I use proven strategies to enhance your website's visibility and help you attract more visitors.
Website Redesign and Ongoing Maintenance Services
If your existing website is underperforming, I offer website redesign and maintenance services to bring it up to modern standards. Whether it's improving your site layout, adding new features, or resolving performance issues, I provide comprehensive solutions to ensure your website is optimized for speed, SEO, and user experience. Stay ahead of the competition with regular maintenance and performance updates.
Our Simple Process to Bring Your Vision to Life
Discovery & Consultation
We begin with a conversation to understand your goals, values, and vision. This helps us define your business needs and what you want from your website or branding.
Proposal & Strategy
Based on our discovery, I will create a custom proposal and strategy for your website or branding project. This includes a clear roadmap to achieve your goals.
Design & Development
I get to work on creating a custom design that aligns with your brand and audience. You will see progress with wireframes and initial designs.
Review & Refinement
After the initial designs are ready, we enter the review phase. We collaborate together to refine the designs and ensure they perfectly capture your vision.
Launch & Optimization
Once the design is approved, we prepare for launch. This includes ensuring the site is fully optimized for performance, speed, SEO, and user experience.
Ongoing Support & Growth
After launch, I offer ongoing support to ensure everything is running smoothly. I will also provide updates and optimizations to keep your website or brand growing over time.
Thoughtful Work with Real-World Impact
A few highlights from recent projects.
Let’s Build Something Together
Ready to get started? I’d love to hear what you’re dreaming up. Whether you’re launching, relaunching, or just exploring, reach out — no pressure.