Kiss My Aesthetic Podcast
The Kiss My Aesthetic Podcast is hosted by Michelle Wintersteen, the Brand Designer and Creative Director behind MKW Creative Co. a freelance brand design firm helping to define, design, build and grow vibrant brands for social-media-minded entrepreneurs. The KMA Podcast is an extension of the Kiss My Aesthetic Facebook Group and covers topics like creating brand awareness, mastering social media marketing, cementing your brand's online presence, and being your own damn boss. Michelle lives in sunny San Diego, California designing for brands & creating content with an undeniable west coast energy, punchy color palette & her yellow lab pup.
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With Chat GPT celebrating its second birthday, what better way to ring it in than an episode with our resident AI guru, Lauren deVane?! Ever wondered if AI could really replace the personal touch in your favorite handmade goods? Spoiler alert: no! Uncover the magic of integrating AI into creative branding without losin
Want your pup to splash around without worrying about algae? Tune in as Michelle chats with Tiffany, the brains behind Salt Dog, a canine swim club and community hub. Discover how Tiffany turned a simple need into an ambitious, franchising venture with bespoke, community-driven designs. Whether you’re curious about sta
Ever wondered why Disney's lawyers are always on speed dial? Tune in as business attorney Lauren Boyd reveals the legal magic behind protecting your brand, navigating AI, and trademarks. Discover how to keep your creative work and brand identity yours with actionable tips. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a sea
Get ready to conquer the online space. In part 4 of this series, Michelle dives into the essential tips for maintaining brand credibility without confusing your audience. From common pitfalls to avoid to the merit of creating content that's not for the likes and how to position yourself as a thought leader, this episod
Ready to make your brand POP? Join Michelle and current BINGOALS participant Palu Malerba as they dive into the culturally infused branding and design, the importance of specialization, and tips on designing packaging that tells a story. Palu is a young entrepreneur from Argentina and the founder of CreativeWise, a p
Ready to elevate your brand's aesthetic and tone from basic to bragworthy? Join Michelle in Part 3 of How to Build a Brag-worthy Brand Empire as she digs into these often overlooked aspects of branding. Learn how to stand out by nailing your visuals, sound, and message to ensure your brand looks good and is aligned wit