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Hi, I'm Michael Johns, a creative professional with 20 years of experience in graphic design, art direction, and brand development. I partner with clients to translate goals into visually compelling expressions across print, digital, OOH, and social media, delivering clear, strategic, and innovative results. I’ve led cross-disciplinary teams, built and executed creative strategies, and helped organizations—from startups to nonprofits—tell their stories with purpose. When I'm not designing, I mentor teams, craft marketing campaigns, and explore new ways to push creative boundaries.…Hi, I'm Michael Johns, a creative professional with 20 years of experience in graphic design, art direction, and brand development. I partner with clients to translate goals into visually compelling expressions across print, digital, OOH, and social media, delivering clear, strategic, and innovative results. I’ve led cross-disciplinary teams, built and executed creative strategies, and helped organizations—from startups to nonprofits—tell their stories with purpose. When I'm not designing, I mentor teams, craft marketing campaigns, and explore new ways to push creative boundaries.

Michael Johns

Graphic Designer, Art Director, Creative Director, +4

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Hi, I'm Michael Johns, a creative professional with 20 years of experience in graphic design, art direction, and brand development. I partner with clients to translate goals into visually compelling expressions across print, digital, OOH, and social media, delivering clear, strategic, and innovative results. I’ve led cross-disciplinary teams, built and executed creative strategies, and helped organizations—from startups to nonprofits—tell their stories with purpose. When I'm not designing, I mentor teams, craft marketing campaigns, and explore new ways to push creative boundaries.…Hi, I'm Michael Johns, a creative professional with 20 years of experience in graphic design, art direction, and brand development. I partner with clients to translate goals into visually compelling expressions across print, digital, OOH, and social media, delivering clear, strategic, and innovative results. I’ve led cross-disciplinary teams, built and executed creative strategies, and helped organizations—from startups to nonprofits—tell their stories with purpose. When I'm not designing, I mentor teams, craft marketing campaigns, and explore new ways to push creative boundaries.

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Hi, I’m Michael Johns, a creative professional with 20 years of experience in graphic design, art direction, and brand development. I partner with clients to translate goals into visually compelling expressions across print, digital, OOH, and social media, delivering clear, strategic, and innovative results.

I’ve led cross-disciplinary teams, built and executed creative strategies, and helped organizations—from startups to nonprofits—tell their stories with purpose. When I’m not designing, I mentor teams, craft marketing campaigns, and explore new ways to push creative boundaries.

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Work Experience

Creative Strategist | Senior Designer Marketing Creative Design Team Leader | Creative Strategist - Marketing Team at Quicken Loans/Rocket Mortgage/Rocket Central

January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2023

Gave voice to marketing by bridging stakeholders and the creative team. Directed a team of no less than 6 on creative solutions that achieved business goals while adhering to brand guidelines and enabling creative expression. Later transitioned to The Pulse (HR/Internal Communications) to develop an Employer Brand and maximize recruitment in a competitive market. Led a 10-person creative team, aligning performance to brand standards and expectations. Led the Rock Honors brand identity and related campaigns and directed the IPO 24-hour Times Square takeover collateral.

Creative Strategist | Senior Designer - Marketing; Design Team Leader; Creative Strategist - Marketing Team at Quicken Loans/Rocket Mortgage/Rocket Central

January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2023

Served as the creative voice of marketing, bridging stakeholders and the creative team. Directed a design team of at least 6 to deliver solutions aligned with brand guidelines and business goals. Led recruitment marketing and internal communications; contributed to large-scale initiatives including Rock Honors, Decked Out Detroit, IPO Times Square Takeover, and multi-channel collateral. Worked across The Pulse HR/Internal Communications team to align creative performance with marketing objectives.

Co-Founder, Marketing Director & Board Secretary at Detroit Actor's Theatre Company (The DATC)

January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2021

My personal passion and soul food — The DATC was a 501(C)(3) non-profit theatre company with its focus pointed on the community it served. Responsibilities included marketing and creative strategy, design, Gala planning, strict event budgeting, fundraising and patron communication. Developed and cultivated personal, creative and professional relationships, growing our network.

Co-Founder, Marketing Director & Board Secretary at Detroit Actor’s Theatre Company (The DATC)

January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2021

Co-founded a 501(C)(3) non-profit theatre company; led marketing strategy, design, Gala planning, event budgeting, fundraising and patron communications. Built and nurtured professional relationships to grow the network and community impact.

Graphic Designer | Art Director | Senior Art Director at Trent Creative

January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2016

My foundational training in the industry — I was able to work closely with clients to understand their goals and target market(s) alowing me to see a project through from concept to completion, delivering innovative and creative visual expressions stretching across multiple mediums such as print, digital, OOH, and social media.

Graphic Designer / Art Director / Senior Art Director at Trent Creative

January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2016

Provided end-to-end graphic design and art direction services, collaborating closely with clients to understand goals and target markets. Led concept development and execution across print, digital, OOH, and social media, delivering innovative visual expressions from concept to completion while maintaining brand consistency.