Knoxville, TN · 35.96° N, 83.92° W
Knoxville, TN · 35.96° N, 83.92° W

Professional Branding in Knoxville

Compass Studio builds brands that last. Clear identity, consistent across every platform, designed around your vision from start to finish.

Services

Branding that is built to last.

Three core standards that ensure your brand is built to last and made to scale.

Reputation Matters

Your visual identity should reflect the quality of the work behind it.

Recognition Always

Stand out from the crowd and give customers something to remember.

Consistent Forever

Show up as the same company everywhere your customers see you.

Portfolio

Brands we have pointed
in the right direction.

A look at recent identities, from our own mark to the small businesses we have helped launch.

Knox Bingo Vertical Logo, branding by Compass Studio. Vertical Logo
Logo Bundle

Knox Bingo

Knox Bingo was a unique challenge because Knox Bingo itself is so unique. We needed to create an identity that felt fun and approachable, while making two things immediately clear: this is bingo, and it’s all about community.

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Lazy M Farms Main Logo, branding by Compass Studio. Main Logo
New Brand

Lazy M Farms

Lazy M Farms is a versatile farm based in Corryton, Tennessee. From raising beef cattle to creating custom cutting boards, they do a little bit of everything. So before we could build the brand, we needed to answer one important question: What is at the heart of Lazy M Farms?

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865 Fencing Main Logo, branding by Compass Studio. Main Logo
Logo Refresh

865 Fencing

865 Fencing is a fencing company based in Knoxville, TN. Owner Caleb Kessler came to us looking for a logo refresh that would better represent the quality of his work. He wanted something clean, simple, and versatile enough to hold up across all platforms without leaning on color to carry it.

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Oak and Axis Main Logo, branding by Compass Studio. Main Logo
Logo Bundle

Oak and Axis

Oak and Axis Junk Removal is a locally owned company based in Knoxville, Tennessee, dedicated to making junk removal as convenient as possible for its customers. Owner Jared Bilbrey frequently schedules pickups during evenings and weekends, working around his customers' schedules rather than expecting them to work around his.

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Nicholas Hensley, Owner and Lead Brand Designer at Compass Studio. Nicholas HensleyOwner and Lead Brand Designer
About

A branding studio built around one goal: helping your company succeed.

Our team takes immense pride in the work we do, because your success is a reflection of our own. You will not find a more dedicated or hardworking team, ready to bring your vision to life and do whatever it takes to keep your brand strong, consistent, and beautiful.

Design that knows the way.

Compass Studio's own logo bundle in deep teal: main logo, icon, extended logo, and alternate monogram.
Our own brand

AI doesn't do what we do.

We practice what we preach. Our own logo package was built with the same discipline we bring to every client: a full logo, an alternate, and an icon, designed to stay consistent everywhere it shows up.

To prove the point, we ran the same brief through the leading AI tools. The attempts looked fine at a glance, then fell apart in the details that matter: embroidery, scaling, and long-term consistency. Hands-on experience is what sets us apart, because AI does not know what we know.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does getting a new logo look like?

Every great logo starts with understanding your business. Our process begins with a short questionnaire designed to help us understand who you are, what you do, and what sets your company apart. This is also your opportunity to share any inspiration, ideas, color preferences, or creative direction you may already have in mind. Once the questionnaire is complete, we begin the design process. You can typically expect your first logo concept within 2–3 business days. From there, we’ll review the concept together and discuss any revisions by email or phone. Your feedback is then incorporated into the next version, typically delivered within another 2–3 business days. We continue refining the design together until you’re 100% confident in your new logo.

What if I hate my logo?

Every logo we design comes with our Love It Guarantee. If you do not love the final result, you get your money back. A logo is the start of your company and we believe every client should feel completely confident in their foundation. If we cannot deliver that, we do not want your money.

Do you design other things?

Absolutely. While logo design and brand identity are at the core of what we do, we also design a wide range of supporting materials to help keep your brand professional and consistent everywhere it appears. This can include business cards, apparel, signage, vehicle graphics, social media graphics, print materials, and more. These projects are typically included as part of a larger branding package or completed as one-off projects for existing brands. Whatever we’re designing, the goal stays the same: make sure your business looks professional, recognizable, and consistent everywhere your customers see it.

Do you print too?

We have a large network of printers we work with to make starting your company as effortless as possible. All physical product expenses are bundled into the same invoice as your art fees, so all you do is pay us and pick your package up right off your front door.

Contact

Let's build something that lasts.

Tell us about your company and what you have in mind. Nicholas will get back to you personally.

We typically reply the same day.