Business Plan: Creative Project Development Services
Owner: J9 (Janine Miller)
Design House: j9atelier.com
Graphic Design Division: J9pixelworks @ J9atelier.com
Clallam County and the Pacific Northwest.
Executive Summary
J9atelier exists to help clients transform their creative concepts into compelling, fundable project plans. Services include grant writing, project planning, narrative development, and proposal preparation. The primary target audience is the creative community—particularly artists, designers, and collectives—seeking support to submit proposals for public art and community-based projects. The long-term goal is to establish a sustainable service that empowers artists to bring bold ideas to life through funding opportunities.
Company Description
This business offers dual support in prototyping/design and graphic arts. What sets J9atelier apart is a unique blend of technical artistry and storytelling, grounded in decades of experience delivering community-focused art projects. Services are customized to each artist’s vision, helping them move from idea to execution with clarity and confidence. J9atelier’s work is distinguished by an ability to bridge artistic intent and practical implementation—an essential skill in competitive grant environments.
Market Analysis
The business serves artists, creatives, and collectives who need help developing strong proposals for public art funding. Many artists are rich in vision but lack time or experience to write grants or develop professional project plans. J9atelier fills that gap. While there are similar services available, few offer both deep creative insight and technical production knowledge. Personal experience in the field—including successful projects, grant awards, and collaborations—serves as a key competitive edge.
Primary Geographic Focus: Clallam County and the greater Pacific Northwest
Business Names: j9antelier (design house), J9pixelworks (graphic design)
Products and Services
Creative Project Development Services offers:
- Public Art Proposal Support: From concept to final application
- Graphic Design for Artists: Visuals, renderings, and mockups for proposal inclusion
- Narrative Development: Project storytelling that aligns with funder priorities
- Grant Writing and Budget Planning: Tailored to each RFP/RFI
- Workshops (Planned): Covering basics of project development for artists
Pricing Structure: Project-based, defined by scope and complexity.
Intellectual Property: Copyrights are retained by the creator (J9atelier) unless otherwise negotiated.
Scope Considerations: May include insurance, manufacturing, shipping, and post-installation support depending on the project.
Marketing and Sales Strategy
Marketing channels will include:
- A professional website featuring services and project history
- Community engagement through Peninsula College and public art commissions
- Social media promotion via Facebook
- Word-of-mouth referrals in the local arts community
- Submitting proposals for open calls, RFIs, and RFPs
The brand voice will emphasize reliability, creativity, and technical strength.
Financial Plan
The business will launch with financial support from J9’s secondary income to ensure stability while acquiring clients. Expected operational needs include:
- Subscriptions for design and AI software
- Website development and hosting
- Print or digital marketing
- Insurance and materials per project
- Fabrication, shipping, and prototype costs
Revenue Model: Each project is funded through grants or direct contracts, with financial management tailored per deliverable.
Growth Strategy
To support long-term growth, the business will:
- Stay current with evolving AI and design software
- Invest in innovative materials for prototyping
- Launch workshops and learning opportunities
- Build a portfolio with project documentation and testimonials
- Expand offerings or bring on support staff as demand increases
The vision is to become a trusted creative consultant for public art and project planning throughout the Pacific Northwest.
May include:
- Portfolio samples
- Sample proposal or grant submission
- Resume/CV
- Testimonials