Storyboard crafts strategic solutions and compelling narratives for civic projects.

Photo headshot of Jessica Thorpe

Storyboard is the independent planning and design practice of Jessica Kartes. Jessica has a decade of experience leading planning and design projects in both the public and private sectors. She approaches her work through a transdisciplinary lens, integrating broadly across disciplines and leveraging her expertise in policy, urban design, storytelling, and visual communication. Storyboard is a Woman-owned business enterprise certified by the City of Indianapolis and State of Indiana.

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Marissa Byers is Storyboard’s Engagement + Communication Designer. Her experience as a program manager and facilitator shape her support of Storyboard and the communities we work with.

  • Multimedia storytelling tools to capture project development from start to finish

  • Public engagement analytics and visualization

  • Project branding and graphic design

Storytelling

  • Design and fabrication of public engagement tools and experiences

  • Facilitation of public engagement workshops and events

  • Public engagement analysis

Community Engagement

  • Strategic planning for civic projects and organizations

  • Report development and design

  • Civic and planning project management

Civic Strategy