Dawnlift is a boutique digital engagement agency dedicated to helping mission-driven organizations create and deliver in the modern age.

What We Do

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Digital Strategy & Engagement

  • Integrated strategic communications

  • Social media strategy & campaigns

  • Brand strategy & visual identity

  • Research and analytics

  • Content strategy

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Program & Project Management

  • Team leadership & supervision

  • Program oversight & implementation

  • Adaptive project management

  • Social media management

  • Website management

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Creative Services

  • Video production & animation

  • Graphic design & illustration

  • Plain language copywriting

  • Audio engineering

  • Publication layout

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Digital Experience

  • Website design & development

  • User experience & journey mapping

  • WCAG & Section 508 compliance

  • Search engine optimization (SEO)

  • Information architecture

About Us

Dawnlift helps government agencies, nonprofits, and other mission-driven organizations engage audiences, amplify impact, and build lasting connections through modern, data-driven digital strategies.

We believe that effective communication doesn’t just inform — it can inspire action and change. We provide a full spectrum of digital services designed to help your organization connect with audiences and achieve measurable results.

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Dave Johnson

President & Founder

Dave Johnson is the President and Founder of Dawnlift Digital, LLC. A seasoned multimedia and communications professional with over 20 years of experience, he has a proven track record of driving digital innovation with organizations that make a difference.

Staying at the forefront of digital best practices, Dave brings a rare combination of strategic vision, creative insight, and technical expertise. His portfolio includes large-scale digital transformations, national campaigns, and brand identity development for the National Institutes of Health, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, leading entities in the nonprofit and association space, and more.

Let’s Engage.

Ready to elevate your digital presence? Dawnlift can help.

We’ll take the time to understand your goals, your audience, and your challenges — then work with you to chart a clear, strategic path forward.