Build a Freedom-First Design Business that Actually SupportsYou
For designers who want more than just a freelance hustle.
Apply for MentorshipI see you. You’re wildly talented—but let’s be real: you’re exhausted from duct-taping your business together, undervaluing your depth, and watching surface-level designers grow faster using watered-down, one-size-fits-all templates.
You’ve got the skill. The taste. The depth.
You need support that blends artistry with strategy—so you can scale without losing your creative soul.
You’ve done the DIY route. The course-hopping. The quiet burnout. And let’s be honest—you’ve built brands for everyone else while your own vision sat on the back burner. It’s excruciating, and you were made for more.
Now it’s time for something different.
from Freelance to FREEDOM
Turn Your Creative Skills Into a Business That Moves With You
Freelancing isn’t freedom if you’re undercharging, overworking, and constantly chasing the next client. Freedom Designer Academy is for creatives who are ready to stop playing small and start building something that travels well—whether that’s Bali, Berlin, or your local café.
Built uniquely for brand, web, and multi-passionate designers who want to scale with alignment, own their niche, and finally turn their creative genius into a business that actually works.
- We don’t do hustle culture here.
- No generic templates.
- No guru vibes.
We build brands and businesses around your unique superpowers—so you can grow with clarity, confidence, and flow.
My friend... I’ve been right where you are. And let me tell you—it’s not your fault!
They didn’t teach us how to run a business in art school. Hell, they barely taught us how to price a logo.
In fact, a lot of traditional design education wires us into that “starving artist” mindset—where you feel lucky just to get paid, scared to raise your rates, and constantly questioning whether you’re doing it right.
THE TRUTH? You’re already talented enough.
But traditional education trained us to be employees—to follow rules, punch time cards, and fit neatly into systems that were never built for creatives like us.
As artists, we’re not wired for that kind of ‘normalcy.‘ We thrive in freedom, flow, and self-direction. So of course trying to run a business like an employee doesn’t work—it was never meant to.
That’s why I created the Freedom Designer Academy.
Join Freedom Designer Academy
MY STUDENTS HAVE BEEN FEATURED IN...
You’re the designer everyone turns to… but you’re stuck following their vision instead of yours.
How many times have you:
- Said yes to a project just to pay the bills?
- Questioned whether you’re even cut out for this?
- Been overwhelmed trying to “figure it out” alone?
It doesn’t have to be like that.
Freedom Designer Academy is your way out of the chaos—into clarity, alignment, and sustainable creative growth.
You don’t need to be constantly launching, hiring a team, or churning out Canva freebies to scale. You need clarity, direction, and a brand that reflects your actual value.
Mentorship is the shift. Freedom Designer Academy isn’t just a resource—it’s a reset and a community.
Before joining Freedom Designer Academy, I wasn’t a remote worker or designer—I actually doubted if I was cut out for it. But after working with Adele everything shifted.
Now, I’m a part-time freelancer juggling multiple design projects with a growing client list—while traveling full-time. I’m performing better than I ever thought possible.
What I didn’t expect was how confident and clear I’d feel about my path. This wasn’t just about learning design—it was about trusting myself and building a life that fits me.
Quan — Designer
Joining Freedom Designer Academy was a turning point in my design career. Adele gave me the tools, feedback, and confidence to step into real client work with clarity and purpose.
She helped me align my creative vision with client goals and empowered me to grow as both a designer and communicator. I felt supported every step of the way—and that shifted how I show up in my work.
Thank you, Adele, for your mentorship, your energy, and your belief in what’s possible.
Elie — UX Designer
Freedom Designer Academy helped me rediscover what I truly loved about design. Adele created a supportive space where I gained clarity, built confidence, and found my voice as a designer.
Her feedback was always thoughtful and direct—it pushed me to grow not just creatively, but professionally. I came away with stronger skills, better boundaries, and a deeper understanding of my own value.
Adele saw the potential in me and helped me fully step into it.
Jamie — Graphic Designer
Don’t believe me yet?
Before building this mentorship, I was a university professor teaching design. But the curriculum felt stiff. The students were restless. And I knew deep down—I was already living what I wanted to be teaching: building brands while traveling the world, working remotely, and living freely.
I left academia because I didn’t want to just talk about creative work—I wanted to do it. On my terms.
Since then, I’ve done it all—freelance hustle, agency life, and creative direction. I ran my own boutique studio for 13+ years, launched over 500 brands, and mentored hundreds of creatives along the way.
I’ve made the mistakes. Learned the hard way. Burned out more than once.
Freedom Designer Academy is everything I wish I had starting out—and everything I needed mid-career when I felt stuck between “creative” and “CEO.” It’s everything that they left out of my Art School Masters Program.
It’s the space I created for designers like you to grow with more ease, less noise, and a whole lot more flow.
There’s a lie most designers have been fed...
That you need to build a full-blown agency, become an influencer, or sell out your artistry just to make real money.
We’ve been taught that creativity alone isn’t enough. That to grow, we have to compromise our craft, crank out content we don’t care about, or mimic sales tactics that make us cringe.
And let’s not forget the big one: the starving artist myth—the belief that we should just be grateful to get paid at all.
You don’t need more tactics. You need more alignment.
You need mentorship that honors your creative process and shows you how to build a business that fits who you are.
Freedom Designer Academy is for designers who want freedom and fulfillment.
Freedom Designer Academy is your way out of the chaos—into clarity, alignment, and sustainable creative growth.
What if your business felt like an extension of your creativity—not a cage for it?
What if you had more space, more freedom, and more time for what lights you up?
What if your work attracted clients who respected your process—and paid accordingly?
What if your business let you create in flow—and grow without selling your soul?
Join the Pack
At Freedom Designer Academy, design isn’t just strategy—it’s soul work.
We’re not here to follow trends or fit into boxes. We’re here to create brands with depth, alignment, and artistry. And we don’t do it alone.
Like any true creative collective, this is a space where independent minds come together—to support, grow, thrive. Where your voice matters, your vision is celebrated, and your work becomes a vehicle for freedom.
If you’re here, you’re meant to be part of something deeper—a global community of visionary designers building businesses that move with them.
LIVE CALLS START MAY 2025
Early Enrollment Now Open!
Join before May 1st and get a free 1:1 laser call with Creative Director, Adele—when you choose your monthly or annual membership option below.
Annual Membership
$1,200
Save $300
Everything in the Monthly Membership PLUS...
- Full instant access to the entire curriculum (no waiting, no drip)
- Priority placement for hot seat coaching calls
- One 1:1 onboarding laser coaching session with Adele to solve your first big roadblock
- Locked-in price for the year (no surprise hikes)
- BONUS: Full access to my personal template library—contracts, copy prompts, client communication tools, and more.
LET MY STUDENT RESULTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES...
from Overwhelmed to Aligned
When I joined Freedom Designer Academy, I had just left my agency job and was overwhelmed with where to go next. Freedom Designer Academy gave me the clarity, structure, and support I didn’t even realize I needed.
Adele’s mentorship felt personal and intuitive. Each week built on the last—helping me reconnect with my purpose, refine my process, and confidently step into business ownership.
Since then, I’ve streamlined my client communication, upgraded my systems, and feel more in flow with my work than ever before. Adele helped me turn my creative skill into something sustainable—and finally aligned.
—Jessica—
Brand & Web Designer
Supportive, Safe & Seriously Business-Savvy
I loved being part of Freedom Designer Academy! Adele creates such a safe, supportive space — always ready to guide, give thoughtful feedback, and share her wisdom.
I felt free to explore my ideas, while still learning how to maintain real business excellence.
—Chantelle—
Web Designer
This program gave me more than just tools—it gave me confidence.
Before I joined, I was constantly second-guessing how to price my work and communicate boundaries with clients. I felt unsure, like I needed to bend whenever someone pushed back.
But through this experience, something shifted.
I’ve gained a stronger sense of self-respect and belief in the value of my work.
What stood out most was how welcoming and supportive the space was—never any pressure to be perfect. Adele genuinely cared, offered real feedback, and created an environment where growth felt exciting, not overwhelming.
Even now, I know I can come back to the course materials and community whenever I need guidance. I’m walking away not only with a toolkit but with a new standard for how I show up as a creative professional.
—Hayley—
Illustrator
You don’t need another course.
You need clarity, mentorship, and a creative business that finally works for you.
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