Before starting university, I took on a freelance project for my local barbershop, AJ’s Barber Lounge. I was tasked with designing a set of business cards that aligned with the brand’s existing visuals and personality. The focus was on creating something clean, functional, and visually consistent with the barbershop’s aesthetic. This project gave me early experience working with a client, responding to visual guidelines, and translating a brand's identity into printed material. It was a valuable introduction to real-world design expectations and client communication.