Hey, I'm Dakota.
I started DJM Creative because I kept watching small Twin Cities businesses get stuck between two bad options: hire a big agency that treats them like an afterthought, or settle for generic templates and freelancers who disappear mid-project.
My background is hands-on. I've designed and supplied clothing lines, run digital marketing for product brands, and most recently been deep in the world of SEO and AI search optimization — the new frontier where ranking in ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini matters as much as ranking in Google.
What that means for you.
When you hire DJM Creative, you're not getting a junior account manager and a slide deck. You're getting someone who actually does the work, understands how it all fits together, and has skin in the game when it comes to your results.
I keep my client list intentionally small so every project gets real attention. No bloat, no jargon, no "we'll loop in our team" emails. Just clear thinking, sharp execution, and honest communication.
What I care about.
- Local businesses winning. The Twin Cities is full of incredible brands that deserve better marketing than they currently have.
- Sustainable growth. Hype campaigns get you a spike. SEO, content, and brand equity get you a curve that keeps going up.
- Doing fewer things, better. I'd rather nail four services than half-do twelve.
- Honest communication. If something isn't working, I'll tell you. If I don't think I'm the right fit, I'll tell you that too.
Outside of work.
I live in the Twin Cities, spend time on creative projects (current obsession: bardcore covers), and care way more about the local food scene than is probably reasonable. If you're a Twin Cities business owner who wants a marketing partner that actually picks up the phone, let's talk.