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Hi, I’m Mike Inks, an independent art director and designer based in the Greater Seattle Area. I bring over three decades of branding, print and web UI design and art direction to every project, guiding concept-to-execution across digital and print channels. I’ve led brand development, created dozens of identities, and launched high-impact programs for clients across the USA and Canada. I enjoy collaborating with teams and clients to translate strategy into compelling visuals and experiences.…Hi, I’m Mike Inks, an independent art director and designer based in the Greater Seattle Area. I bring over three decades of branding, print and web UI design and art direction to every project, guiding concept-to-execution across digital and print channels. I’ve led brand development, created dozens of identities, and launched high-impact programs for clients across the USA and Canada. I enjoy collaborating with teams and clients to translate strategy into compelling visuals and experiences.

Mike Inks

Graphic Designer, Art Director, Web Designer, +2

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Hi, I’m Mike Inks, an independent art director and designer based in the Greater Seattle Area. I bring over three decades of branding, print and web UI design and art direction to every project, guiding concept-to-execution across digital and print channels. I’ve led brand development, created dozens of identities, and launched high-impact programs for clients across the USA and Canada. I enjoy collaborating with teams and clients to translate strategy into compelling visuals and experiences.…Hi, I’m Mike Inks, an independent art director and designer based in the Greater Seattle Area. I bring over three decades of branding, print and web UI design and art direction to every project, guiding concept-to-execution across digital and print channels. I’ve led brand development, created dozens of identities, and launched high-impact programs for clients across the USA and Canada. I enjoy collaborating with teams and clients to translate strategy into compelling visuals and experiences.

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Hi, I’m Mike Inks, an independent art director and designer based in the Greater Seattle Area. I bring over three decades of branding, print and web UI design and art direction to every project, guiding concept-to-execution across digital and print channels.

I’ve led brand development, created dozens of identities, and launched high-impact programs for clients across the USA and Canada. I enjoy collaborating with teams and clients to translate strategy into compelling visuals and experiences.

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Independent Art Director & Senior Graphic Designer at MLI Design

September 30, 2006 - November 1, 2025

Founder and lead creative of MLi Design, a conceptual brand development studio specializing in identity systems, digital design, and integrated marketing. • Develop brand identities, websites, and cohesive visual systems • Deliver creative direction and production across digital, print, and campaign design • Support startups, corporations, nonprofits, and media clients • Provide end-to-end creative from concept to final delivery

Art Director and Senior Graphic Designer at Big Fish Games

September 30, 2006 - September 30, 2006

• Built the company’s first brand style guide • Directed cross-functional creative teams (design, copy, dev, marketing) • Redesigned U.S. website and launched “My Big Fish Games” • Contributed to 400%+ company growth within one year • Program launch gained 100,000+ members in the first month

Art Director and Senior Graphic Designer at Microsoft

January 30, 2006 - January 30, 2006

• Redesigned the Windows Media website • Produced digital marketing assets and site visuals • Supported daily creative needs for product and brand

Senior Graphic Designer at Classmates.com

February 28, 2005 - February 28, 2005

• Designed digital promotions, ad graphics, and marketing visuals • Contract extended four times for performance • Completed maximum contractor term

Creative Director, Art Director and Senior Graphic Designer at Seajo Design

January 31, 2004 - January 31, 2004

• Built client base following Eddie Bauer restructuring • Produced marketing and brand collateral for diverse clients • Delivered fast, high-quality print and digital creative

Art Director at Eddie Bauer

January 30, 1999 - January 30, 1999

• Designed corporate communications materials • Created the company’s first internal intranet • Supported company-wide communication and training

Creative Director at Inks Design Group

October 31, 1995 - October 31, 1995

• Opened and operated a studio during the industry’s shift to digital • Early adopter of Mac-based design workflows • Partnered with BSA Advertising and other agencies • Produced design and production for brands including Labatt Blue Beer

Studio Manager and Graphic Designer at Dell McAuliff Winter Advertising

March 31, 1990 - March 31, 1990

• Led studio team producing real estate marketing materials • Designed brochures, direct mail, and campaign collateral

Graphic Designer & Studio Manager at Ogilvy & Mather

February 20, 1989 - February 20, 1989

• Supported major national accounts (Life Cereal, Midas, Tabasco) through high-end production work • Collaborated directly with Art Directors and Creative Directors to prepare camera-ready art for press • Designed marketing materials for local businesses • Promoted to studio manager overseeing production workflow