Become a Better Creative

Foundational resources to grow your knowledge, confidence and output in creative work.

TOPIC AREAS

Creative Work Demands Multiple Skills

Master what matters. Then get to work.

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Design

Build a strong visual eye to craft seamless, meaningful experiences across all brand touchpoints.

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Tech

Sharpen your problem-solving skills and discover limitless ways to create helpful tools.

Productivity

Build strong systems and organization to stay focused and move toward goals efficiently.

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Marketing

Use clear communication to strengthen your brand, connect with your audience and grow.

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Business

Whether freelance, startup or organization, every business runs on strategy, data, and relationships.

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Self-Growth

Becoming your best self empowers you to create at your highest level with clarity and purpose.

Learn Topics Related to...


Email Marketing • Marketing Messaging • Branding • Graphic Design • CX Design
AI • Web Development & Coding • UI/UX Design
Freelancing & Business Practices • Project Management • Notion & Other Tools

Printable Resources

Templates • Checklists • Reference Guides • Workbooks

Pressed for time? We get it. That’s why we offer content you can skip the courses and videos for—download our printable ebooks and resources to print and use instantly!

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COMING SOON

Digital Resources

Notion • Figma • Google Docs • Canva

Looking to jumpstart your digital projects? Grab ready-to-use templates across popular platforms to streamline your workflow and start creating immediately!

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COMING SOON

Video Content

Courses • Quick Lessons & Playlists

Stay sharp with content built for momentum. Dive into focused, project-based courses that get straight to the point. Grab quick wins with short, actionable lessons, and explore curated playlists designed for fast, practical understanding—so you can learn exactly what you need, when you need it.

Finally, Learning with Cool Examples

Learn from beautifully crafted examples and projects you can adapt, build on, and use in real-world work.

WHO WE HELP

For Students & Professionals

You’ve got goals. We’ve got the tools to help you reach them. Whether you're launching a startup, kicking off a new project, or leveling up your skills, this is your space to learn, grow, and create with confidence.

Individuals & Freelancers

Gain the skills you need to bring your business to life, kickstart your next project, expand your career, or explore a passion just for fun.

Students

Explore additional perspectives and resources to support your current studies—or dive into career topics to discover what excites you before committing to a college path.

Educators

Refresh your practice with cutting-edge content designed to elevate your teaching and engage your students.

Startups

Fuel your startup’s growth with resources and tools that keep your team learning, building, and scaling.

Nonprofits

Support your mission with skills that improve outreach, engagement, and operations.

Organizations

Support your teams with professional development and tools that sharpen skills, spark new ideas, and elevate their impact.

What Learners Like You Are Saying

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"Maria is an awesome instructor! She knows her stuff and seems to genuinely enjoy teaching."

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“We’re using BrandRoots as a professional development opportunity for our marketing staff. Maria knows her stuff and explains topics in a way that is simple and easy to understand.”

Ken McMullen
Chief Marketing Officer,
Executive Wealth Management

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"I really appreciate how she breaks everything down. I feel I have learned a lot more through this [Intro to HTML & CSS] course than taking anything on Codeacademy."

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Hey there, I'm Maria.

FOUNDER & CREATIVE COACH

As a multi-passionate creative with decades of experience, I know how tough it can be to kick off new ideas, complete any scale of projects, and stay current in an industry that never stops moving. I’ve spent my entire career working with clients in my own business and being in all areas of education; and there’s nothing more fulfilling than watching that lightbulb moment when a concept finally clicks.

But I’ve also seen what happens when poor teaching or confusing content drains that spark. It’s frustrating—and it’s avoidable.

You don’t need another unattainable and expensive 60-hour online course. And you don’t need to spend hours aimlessly browsing YouTube videos hoping to fit the pieces together. You need just enough knowledge to get started. That’s what BrandRoots Academy is all about.

Clear guidance. Quick wins. Real application.

BrandRoots Academy provides ever-evolving content that’s quick to your finger tips, diverse in media types, and affordable. Together, we’re in it for the long haul—on a journey of continuous creative growth.

Let’s learn the good stuff—and get you creating, growing, and making an impact in the world.

Why BrandRoots Academy?

We’re not your typical online course platform—and that’s by design. We’re here to make learning enjoyable, approachable, and something you actually look forward to. No pressure, just genuine curiosity and the freedom to keep studying and exploring new topics.

Learn Your Way, at Your Pace

We know everyone learns differently—so we keep it flexible. Dive into in-depth yet streamlined courses, pick up quick wins with bite-sized videos and playlists, or grab a digital download and hit the ground running. Whether you learn best by watching, doing, or writing it down, we’ve got you covered—so you can keep moving forward with clarity and confidence and at your own pace.

Projects You’ll Actually Use

Let’s be real. A lot of tutorials out there teach things you’ll never actually use—and many of them aren’t exactly easy on the eyes.

At BrandRoots Academy, you’ll build real projects with real purpose. We skip the fluff and focus on hands-on work you can actually use. You’re not just learning—you’re creating meaningful, reusable work that builds your confidence and your portfolio. Our project-based approach keeps you engaged, sharp, and ready to apply your skills in the real world.

You Learn Better When You Can See It

Much of the learning content online is either dry text or long videos of someone talking at you without showing what’s actually being built. Many tutorials walk through steps without ever showing the final result from the beginning—making it hard to visualize what you're working toward.

At BrandRoots Academy, we’ve put in the time to create clear, purposeful visuals that bring the learning to life. You’ll see more graphics than talking heads, because we believe the combination of visuals and voice helps your brain retain information better—and makes learning a lot more engaging.

Consistent, Beginner-Friendly Learning in One Place

Finding quality learning content online can feel overwhelming. Courses are often pricey, and platforms like YouTube serve up so many options that it’s hard to find a consistent teaching style—or even know where to start.

At BrandRoots Academy, we make it simple: one platform, a consistent teaching style, and content created with beginners in mind. We can’t promise we’re the perfect fit for everyone—but if you’re looking for clarity, structure, and real-world learning, we’d love for you to give us a try.

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