We develop and deliver full-service, proven graphic design and communication solutions. Period.

We develop and deliver full-service, proven graphic design and communication solutions. Period.

We create graphic design and communications strategies that help you win more work. We know the intricacies of proposals and the specific design and communication methods they require. We know how you can stand out and make your proposal a winner.

We leave every project on a highnote. That’s our promise to you.

We develop and deliver full-service, proven graphic design and communication solutions. Period.

We create graphic design and communications strategies that help you win more work. We know the intricacies of proposals and the specific design and communication methods they require. We know how you can stand out and make your proposal a winner.

We leave every project on a highnote. That’s our promise to you.

Proposal development

Are you looking to increase your proposal win rate? We know how to create proposals that stand out from your competitors.

Graphic design and web design

We create graphic design and website solutions that turn your technical information into stunning designs and uniquely position you above the competition.

Communications and marketing

We craft one-of-a-kind communications and marketing strategies aligned with your company’s values and project goals.

Training and workshops

We can teach and inspire your team to create winning bids and proposals more effectively and efficiently with our systems and templates, improve your proposal quality and increase your scores and win rate.

300+

successfully completed proposals + presentations

$16B

worth of successfully completed proposals

35+

years of extensive collective expertise

Our promise

We leave every project on a highnote

We provide proposal and communications consulting services on infrastructure mega projects throughout North America, specializing in graphic design and communications. We have extensive experience supporting and leading graphic design and communication efforts on top infrastructure pursuits ranging in size up to $2 billion and for a variety of delivery methods, including design-build, public-private partnerships (P3), and construction manager/general contractor (CM/GC) methods.

Meet the team

The highnote experience

The highnote experience

We know what a compelling proposal looks like. Our proven design skills, technical graphics and thoughtfully laid-out proposal give you an edge on your competition.

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Our portfolio

We blend strategy, function and design on every project.

Branding

Proposal development

Strategic messaging

Technical graphics

Templates and tools

Communications planning

Website design

Email newsletters

Social media marketing

Our clients

Who we’ve worked with

I have been supporting teams and companies in proposal design and branding since 2007. I know how to create a thoughtfully designed proposal and communications system that will enhance your message and provide a significant advantage over your competition.

Megan Dufresne, Founder + Creative Director

Our recent work

Featured projects

What our clients have to say…

I have worked closely with Megan on several major construction project pursuits over the the past year in collaboration with multiple different players. She has successfully provided graphic design and branding services to our firm on 10+ multifaceted and highly involved project pursuit efforts. Additionally, Megan developed and executed an all-encompassing graphic design training program for our proposal team back in May of this year, in which she delivered impeccably.

I have truly been amazed by Megan’s ability to develop compelling branding elements, executive summaries, and technical graphics by just simply listening to project teams discuss why their way is better. Every project she delivers is better than the last. There hasn’t been a time that our firm has hired Megan and regretted doing so. Each time I work with Megan, I learn something new. Her ability to teach and inspire is astounding and has made me better in my role. I would recommend Megan to anybody who needs a creative, innovative, and solutions-driver thinker and doer.

Ilana Mann, ISM Consulting

It’s hard to find a graphic designer who “gets you” and can translate written narrative or a discussion into a clean, easy-to-follow graphic representation. Megan not only does this incredibly well, she is good at predicting your needs, suggesting creative ideas, AND she teaches you along the way! Our company has hired Megan for various graphic services including a fully customized InDesign training course for our team. The course was thoughtful, relevant, and addressed our real-time projects and needs, and Megan supported us all individually to address our different levels of prior knowledge and skillsets.

Megan has been instrumental in taking our proposal team to the next level, and I definitely recommend her for graphic development, branding, template design, messaging and conceptualization, and Adobe training!

Carrie Good, Flatiron

I’ve worked with Megan and her team on my last three projects. Not only do they have exquisite taste and style, they are responsive, hard workers, and good listeners. Having worked with numerous proposal graphic designers over my career, Megan is a unicorn. She understands the process, what the end product needs to convey, and works amazing well with technical teams to make sure the right vision is communicated in each piece. I look forward to many more opportunities to work with Megan and her talented team.

Melanie Harris, THINK Proposals

I have been working with Megan for over ten years now. She is my go-to creative designer for web design and graphics. I trust Megan to envision the branding and create stunning visuals that help all my projects stand out. When we talk about projects and my needs, she understands exactly what I am trying to convey and then constructs the visual identity and graphics that allow me to communicate my message. I highly recommend Megan and her team for any of your creative needs.

Colleen Reid, Red Team Strategy

This team displays a unique capability to translate the vision and purpose of an idea, company or strategy into a tangible branding package that captures and communicates it’s true essence. They have honed their methodology to engage their clients in a collaborative manner that ensures a the final product exceeds expectations. Their ability to understand business strategy and the critical elements of their clients specific success criteria set them apart from their industry counterparts. Simply put, “they are the very best at what they do.

Ian Matheson, 3BP Solutions