Hey Queens & Kings! Welcome to the family! I am truly honored that you’re here and ready to take this journey with me. My name is Somalia Carter, and after 15 years as a graphic designer and thousands of obituaries created, I’m excited to teach you everything I’ve learned, the skills, the business, the printing, the customer service, all of it. This space is dedicated to: ✨ Learning the art of obituary design ✨ Building and growing your own obituary agency ✨ Understanding the printing side of the business ✨ Developing relationships with funeral homes & print shops ✨ Creating a premium, high-quality client experience Whether you're just starting or sharpening your skills, you belong here. Some of the classes are pre-recorded, so move at your own pace. Ask questions. Share wins. Seek help when needed. We are all here to grow, together. Most importantly, I want you to remember this: You are learning a skill that impacts families in their most vulnerable moments. This work matters. YOU matter. And I’m proud of you for doing this. Let’s get to work. Let’s build your agency. Let’s change the standard of obituary design forever. Welcome, family. 💛— Somalia

Hey family! I just learned how to create categories in Skool, so our classroom is officially leveling UP! 🙌🏽 These new sections are here to keep everything organized, easy to find, and even more supportive as you grow your obituary business. Here’s how we’re breaking it down: 🎉 Wins Share your victories, big or small! A new client? Finished an assignment? Got your first funeral home “yes”? We want to celebrate you. 💎 Gems Any tips, shortcuts, resources, or lessons you learn along the way… drop them here. Help your peers shine too. 🥳 Fun Memes, laughs, personality posts… this is where we keep the energy high and the vibes GOOD. 📖 Obituaries Anything related to design, templates, questions, critiques, or examples. This is your creative lab. 👭 Peer Support Stuck on something? Need feedback? Want accountability? Your classmates are here to help, we rise together. 🏆 Competition When we run contests, challenges, and skill-building competitions, they’ll live right here. Bring your A-game! I’m so proud of how fast this community is growing. Jump in, post something today, and make yourself at home. Welcome to the next level of the Obituary Business Masterclass. 💛✨

Tonight we’re diving into starter chores in Photoshop and reviewing the Beginner Checklist so you know exactly what you need to start your obituary design business the right way. This class is perfect for anyone just beginning their journey or needing a solid foundation before leveling up. 🖥️ Location: Zoom 📅 Check the Calendar for the Zoom link and details. 🔒 Members must be on Level 2 or above to join. If you need to download Photoshop, here is the official Adobe link to get started:https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop/free-trial-download.html See you all there and come ready to learn! 💻✨

If you’re building your obituary design business, here’s one thing you must know: Funeral homes don’t just want a designer… they want someone reliable, fast, and easy to work with. Here’s how you can stand out and get more consistent referrals: 1. Deliver fast turnaround times. Families are on tight timelines. If you become “the designer who always delivers,” funeral homes will call you FIRST. 2. Communicate professionally. Clear emails. Quick replies. Friendly tone. It goes a LONG way in this industry. 3. Make their job easier. Have ready-to-use forms, templates, and simple processes so they never feel stressed when sending you work. 4. Stay consistent. Same quality. Same service. Every single time. Consistency builds trust, and trust builds long-term contracts. 5. Be compassionate. This is not just business. You’re dealing with families experiencing loss. A little empathy makes you unforgettable. Funeral homes talk. When you show up professionally and consistently, your name starts to spread, and your inbox starts filling up. 🕊️ What’s ONE thing you want to improve in your business relationships this month? Drop it below!