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I am a solution-oriented creative professional with over 27 years of experience delivering design solutions across branding, print, digital, and experiential projects. I thrive in challenging situations and enjoy collaborating on a wide range of creative initiatives. As founder and Creative Director of Ignite Creative & Design, I lead cross-disciplinary teams, shape brand identities, and drive multi-channel campaigns. I also teach design at Grand Valley State University and Kendall College of Art & Design, sharing practical process and industry experience with students.…I am a solution-oriented creative professional with over 27 years of experience delivering design solutions across branding, print, digital, and experiential projects. I thrive in challenging situations and enjoy collaborating on a wide range of creative initiatives. As founder and Creative Director of Ignite Creative & Design, I lead cross-disciplinary teams, shape brand identities, and drive multi-channel campaigns. I also teach design at Grand Valley State University and Kendall College of Art & Design, sharing practical process and industry experience with students.

Jimmie W Hanes III

Art Director, Logo Designer, Graphic Designer, +4

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I am a solution-oriented creative professional with over 27 years of experience delivering design solutions across branding, print, digital, and experiential projects. I thrive in challenging situations and enjoy collaborating on a wide range of creative initiatives. As founder and Creative Director of Ignite Creative & Design, I lead cross-disciplinary teams, shape brand identities, and drive multi-channel campaigns. I also teach design at Grand Valley State University and Kendall College of Art & Design, sharing practical process and industry experience with students.…I am a solution-oriented creative professional with over 27 years of experience delivering design solutions across branding, print, digital, and experiential projects. I thrive in challenging situations and enjoy collaborating on a wide range of creative initiatives. As founder and Creative Director of Ignite Creative & Design, I lead cross-disciplinary teams, shape brand identities, and drive multi-channel campaigns. I also teach design at Grand Valley State University and Kendall College of Art & Design, sharing practical process and industry experience with students.

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I am a solution-oriented creative professional with over 27 years of experience delivering design solutions across branding, print, digital, and experiential projects. I thrive in challenging situations and enjoy collaborating on a wide range of creative initiatives.

As founder and Creative Director of Ignite Creative & Design, I lead cross-disciplinary teams, shape brand identities, and drive multi-channel campaigns. I also teach design at Grand Valley State University and Kendall College of Art & Design, sharing practical process and industry experience with students.

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Work Experience

Founder & Creative Director at Ignite Creative & Design

January 1, 2014 - November 8, 2025

Designed creative materials and assets for exhibitions and trade shows; developed and directed a variety of websites and multimedia assets; concepted and created new brand developments and other commercial identities; created product graphics, annual reports, brochures and other printed materials.

Visiting Professor at Grand Valley State University

January 1, 2020 - November 8, 2025

Graphic Design Basics, Digital PrePress, and Packaging Design courses focusing on the graphic design process, print methods, and 3D packaging experiences.

Adjunct Professor at Kendall College of Art & Design of Ferris State University

January 1, 2007 - November 8, 2025

Graphic Design Narratives; Design | Content & Strategy; Brand Identity Design; Graphic Studio; Typographic Systems.

Creative Director at Mind Spring

January 1, 2022 - November 8, 2025

Created, planned and delivered strategic vision and direction for the company and its clients; designed and directed all facets of business promotions and corporate identities; art directed photo and video shoots for multiple initiatives and clients.

Senior Art Director at Amway

January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014

Conceptualize and design internal and external sales and marketing materials, including print, web and multimedia assets; developed visual brand standards for Nutrilite, XS Energy and Weight Management brands in North and South America.