We are a team of creative problem solvers.

Based in Santa Cruz, CA, we work with clients worldwide to reach their business, marketing, and communication goals. Companies hire us for a wide variety of projects; everything from developing a logo or formatting a monthly newsletter to developing and maintaining their online presence and creating a powerful brand. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products on schedule and within budget. Brooktown’s unique approach to problem-solving means that we evaluate each project’s budget and requirements to create customized design solutions.

Check out our portfolio to get a feel for our work

We are a team of creative problem solvers.

Based in Santa Cruz, CA, we work with clients worldwide to reach their business, marketing, and communication goals. Companies hire us for a wide variety of projects; everything from developing a logo or formatting a monthly newsletter to developing and maintaining their online presence and creating a powerful brand. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products on schedule and within budget. Brooktown’s unique approach to problem-solving means that we evaluate each project’s budget and requirements to create customized design solutions.

Checkout Our Portfolio

Top 5 Reasons You Should Work With Us

1 We ask, listen and understand

We begin each project by gaining a solid understanding of who you are, what you do and why you do it. This helps us create strategic solutions that communicate the right messages and express your unique brand identity.

2 We collaborate with clients

Good design doesn’t come in a flash of inspiration. It’s a collaborative process of discovery that takes patience, experience, and communication. We involve our clients every step of the way, incorporating feedback at each stage until the design is finalized.

3 We do the work

We work together on projects. You will see the same faces from the first initial contact to the completion of the project. We do not have a sales team, and we only take on projects that fit within our skillsets.

4 We’ve been around the block

Having been in business for over 17 years, you can bet we’ve seen and heard just about everything. We know what works and what doesn’t work. Our fingers are conditioned to hit the right buttons without even thinking. We are organized, fast, and efficient.

5 We like each other

There are no bad eggs at Brooktown. We really do enjoy coming to work everyday. We respect each other, support each other and even humor each other.

Top 5 Reasons You Should Work With Us

1 We ask, listen and understand

We begin each project by gaining a solid understanding of who you are, what you do and why you do it. This helps us create strategic solutions that communicate the right messages and express your unique brand identity.

2 We collaborate with clients

Good design doesn’t come in a flash of inspiration. It’s a collaborative process of discovery that takes patience, experience, and communication. We involve our clients every step of the way, incorporating feedback at each stage until the design is finalized.

3 We do the work

We work together on projects. You will see the same faces from the first initial contact to the completion of the project. We do not have a sales team, and we only take on projects that fit within our skillsets.

4 We’ve been around the block

Having been in business for over 17 years, you can bet we’ve seen and heard just about everything. We know what works and what doesn’t work. Our fingers are conditioned to hit the right buttons without even thinking. We are organized, fast, and efficient.

5 We like each other

There are no bad eggs at Brooktown. We really do enjoy coming to work everyday. We respect each other, support each other and even humor each other.

Meet the Team

Brooklyn Taylor

Brooklyn Taylor

Creative Director

Brooklyn Taylor is the Creative Director and principal of Brooktown, with over 20 years of experience in design and WordPress development. Known for her ability to blend creativity, strategy, and technical expertise, she helps brands stand out with bold, impactful designs and highly functional websites that connect with their audiences.

With a BFA in Advertising from Utah State University, Brooklyn has led a wide range of projects, from print campaigns to digital experiences. As a WordPress developer, she creates custom, user-friendly websites that are not only visually stunning but also tailored to meet each client’s needs.

Brooklyn is also passionate about giving back to the creative community. She serves on the advisory board for the Santa Cruz High School Career Technical Education Digital Media Program and guest lectures at UCSC, inspiring and mentoring the next generation of designers and developers.

Stephanie Nelson

Stephanie Nelson

Project Manager

Stephanie’s journey from stage management to the tech industry showcases her exceptional project management skills. With experience spanning diverse fields, including retail and education, Stephanie has honed her ability to organize, lead, and execute projects with precision and efficiency.

At Brooktown, Stephanie leverages her multifaceted background to excel in tech project management, demonstrating a remarkable talent for coordinating teams, solving complex problems, and driving projects to successful completion. Her adaptability and attention to detail make her an invaluable asset in ensuring that every project not only meets its goals but also exceeds client expectations.

Vaughn Nastor

Vaughn Nastor

Web Developer

Von is a versatile Web Developer with over 5 years of experience in creating dynamic and engaging websites. With a background that also includes graphic design and web technical support, Von possesses a unique blend of skills that allow him to approach projects with both creativity and technical precision.

Troubleshooting websites is another area where Von shines—he finds the challenge of solving complex problems both fun and exciting, making him an invaluable asset to the team. Whether it’s designing, developing, or debugging, Von tackles every task with enthusiasm and expertise.

In addition to his development skills, Von is dedicated to ensuring that your website functions at peak performance for years to come. He takes care of regular website maintenance, addressing common issues like hack attempts, spam, performance glitches, and update failures, so your site remains healthy and secure over the long term.

I’ve worked with Brooktown on a few web development projects. They design the graphics, and I create the back end, such as a database or form processing. They are great to work with. We have good communication back and forth on projects and we make an excellent team. Brooklyn has a friendly, upbeat personality which makes it that much better. I hope to work on more projects with Brooktown in the future.

Mike 'Lew' Lamar

Software Developer, Flowerfire

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