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TinBug Studios

Brand strategy and growth firm. We partner with leadership teams to refine positioning, elevate presence, and build systems that drive revenue.
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Founded in 2000, TinBug is a Birmingham, MI-based brand strategy and growth firm. We partner with leadership teams to refine positioning, elevate brand presence, and build cohesive systems that support long-term growth. Our work aligns strategy and execution so every touchpoint strengthens authority, visibility, and revenue. Our studio has earned Telly Awards and Emmy nominations, maintains an A+ BBB rating, and holds 5-star reviews across Google, Facebook, and Trustpilot.

05/07/2026

We’re honored to share that TinBug has been selected to serve as a judge for the Graphic Design division at this year’s Michigan Industrial Technology & Education Society (MITES) State Competition.

It’s exciting to see the next generation of creative talent pushing ideas forward through design, branding, typography, layout, and visual communication.
Competitions like this matter because they give students real industry exposure and help bridge the gap between education and professional creative work.

We’re proud to support emerging designers and contribute to a program that continues investing in Michigan’s creative and technical future.

A huge thank you to MITES and the educators helping shape tomorrow’s creative professionals.

04/14/2026

To our fellow creatives:
If the AI conversation has you feeling anxious, don’t retreat.

Double down on your craft.
Learn the principles.
Master the fundamentals.
Sharpen your eye.
Strengthen your thinking.

Because the tools will always change.
Photoshop changed.
The internet changed.
Social media changed.
AI is changing.

But the fundamentals never do.
Concept.
Composition.
Story.
Strategy.
Taste.

That’s what separates real creatives from people who simply know how to use software.

A scalpel doesn’t make someone a surgeon.
And software doesn’t make someone a creative.

Craft still wins.
You’ve got this.

03/27/2026

We're excited to see this design roll out onto the streets! It's a special edition we designed for this particular truck, but the client likes it so much that it's going to affect the entire brand, from website and catalogs, to soda machines and all future trucks!

03/26/2026

Special thanks to the iconic Prop Art Studio - Detroit for the tour today! We can't show you what they're working on, but you're probably familiar with some of their past projects. So cool!

03/20/2026

When great brands commit to depth, people notice. 🌟

Congratulations to our partners at Aoide Magazine on their Web Excellence Award nomination. 🏆

Aoide isn’t just a publication—it’s a curated space for art, culture, and meaningful storytelling. Every article, every detail, every design choice is intentional.

We’ve been proud to help shape and support that vision—and even prouder to see it recognized on a global stage.

To the Aoide team and their exceptional contributing authors—well deserved.
Winners announced March 18.

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03/11/2026

We’re creating teasers for a board game soon to be released.

01/19/2026

✨ DOUBLE THE TALENT. DOUBLE THE WIN! ✨

We’re beyond proud to celebrate Aurora Abolio and David Eggli for taking home Excellence Awards! 🏆

From standout social media to exceptional video production, and motion graphics, this recognition reflects the creativity, strategy, and heart they pour into every project.

Huge congratulations to both of you—and to the amazing clients and partners who trust us to tell their stories. Onward and upward! 🚀

— TinBug Design Studios

01/16/2026

From Concept to Prototype: Game Characters, Made Real ✨

Digital characters shouldn’t live only on a screen.
At TinBug, we design game characters with real-world production in mind from day one. These figures show our full pipeline in action: concept development, stylized character design, 3D modeling, and physical prototyping.

Why do we prototype?
• To prove out form, personality, and production viability long before launch
• Physical forms reveal issues digital renders don’t
• Designs become merch-ready, collectible-ready, and production-ready

Whether it’s for games, animation, toys, or brand mascots, we don’t just design characters. We bring them into the real world.

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01/09/2026

CONGRATS TO OUR NOMINEES! 🏆🎉

Big congratulations to two incredible members of the TinBug crew 👏

🎉 David Eggli - Video Production

🎉 Aurora Abolio - Social Media

Both David and Aurora have been nominated for Web Excellence Awards, and we couldn’t be more proud. Their creativity, craft, and commitment show up in everything they touch, and this recognition is well deserved.

Winners announced January 19, 2026

12/08/2025

✨ Limited-Edition Release ✨

We just released a special holographic version of the TinBug logo sticker. These are high-shimmer decals designed for laptops, gear bags, notebooks, and anything that needs a little creative spark.

Just message us and we’ll send one. Only a limited batch exists. Once gone, that’s it.

11/19/2025

🚀 NEW BRANDING LAUNCH!

Proud to reveal the new branding for Apex Surgical Center.

Professional branding shapes perception, and perception shapes opportunity.

If your business needs a polished, trustworthy, “we’re not playing” identity… let’s talk.

Address

988 S. Adams Road Ste. 206
Birmingham, MI
48009

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.TinBug.com/

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