About
UME

UME DESIGN STUDIO is led by Betty Ko — Creative Director, Founder, and every other job title there is because UME is currently a one-woman show.

I design unique stationery and standout modern brands for those who love and appreciate meaningful design.

MY STORY

For as long as I can remember, I’ve always been drawn to beautiful design. Even as a kid I loved to collect fun stationery pieces, bookmarks, cute Sanrio organizers, Japanese origami paper & pens, etc…and I guess that carried over into adulthood.

I’ve spent the past 15 years as a full time designer and art director for agencies specializing in branding, packaging, consumer products, print and web design. After some post-Covid career soul-searching, I realized I wasn’t creatively fulfilled (not to mention burnt out) and made the tough decision to leave agency life in favor of starting my own business. I wanted to work with people on a personal, individual level and help them achieve their dreams - whether that’s helping them build their own business they finally got the courage to start, or bringing their vision to life on the best day of their lives.

ABOUT ME

When I’m not working (and sometimes even when I am) my husband and I love to travel with our corgi, Katsu. You can also find me at a local coffee shop drinking matcha or hojicha lattes, checking out a comedy show, watching horror movies, watching trashy reality tv shows, eating things, taking Katsu to sheep herding classes, and spending time with friends & family.

(Pictured: My son and I at Cafe Beignet in New Orleans)

  Features & Awards

The Friend Club HOW Design International Design Awards W3 Awards American Advertising Federation Awards Graphis American Institute of Graphic Arts Awards