Hi, I’m Michael Hamby, a Graphic Designer and Illustrator based in Genoa, Illinois. I create traditional and digital, print, email, social media, and web content for product-based businesses, with a focus on high-volume visual production, product imagery, catalog design, photography, and multi-site content. I’m comfortable collaborating across teams and delivering polished materials under tight deadlines while maintaining consistent branding. In my role at Embossed Graphics Inc., I have supported marketing initiatives, retailer communications, and six company websites, while partnering with the VP of Marketing to develop promotional materials and print collateral. I also stepped into Project Manager duties in October 2025 to ensure project adherence and timely delivery, bringing together IT, design, and production to optimize workflows.

Michael Jay Hamby

Hi, I’m Michael Hamby, a Graphic Designer and Illustrator based in Genoa, Illinois. I create traditional and digital, print, email, social media, and web content for product-based businesses, with a focus on high-volume visual production, product imagery, catalog design, photography, and multi-site content. I’m comfortable collaborating across teams and delivering polished materials under tight deadlines while maintaining consistent branding. In my role at Embossed Graphics Inc., I have supported marketing initiatives, retailer communications, and six company websites, while partnering with the VP of Marketing to develop promotional materials and print collateral. I also stepped into Project Manager duties in October 2025 to ensure project adherence and timely delivery, bringing together IT, design, and production to optimize workflows.

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Hi, I’m Michael Hamby, a Graphic Designer and Illustrator based in Genoa, Illinois. I create traditional and digital, print, email, social media, and web content for product-based businesses, with a focus on high-volume visual production, product imagery, catalog design, photography, and multi-site content. I’m comfortable collaborating across teams and delivering polished materials under tight deadlines while maintaining consistent branding.

In my role at Embossed Graphics Inc., I have supported marketing initiatives, retailer communications, and six company websites, while partnering with the VP of Marketing to develop promotional materials and print collateral. I also stepped into Project Manager duties in October 2025 to ensure project adherence and timely delivery, bringing together IT, design, and production to optimize workflows.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer / Project Manager at Embossed Graphics Inc.
March 1, 2019 - March 1, 2026
Produced website content under tight deadlines, including 100+ images per month for ongoing business and promotional needs. Designed bi-weekly email campaigns for retailer sales communications and developed social media assets aligned with weekly sales announcements. Created and maintained visual content across six company websites in support of business objectives and product presentation. Partnered with the Vice President of Marketing to develop monthly promotional materials, sales tools, and supporting print collateral. Created printed catalogs and product imagery for both web and print use; photographed and developed images for advertising and promotional needs. Created and adjusted fonts for production using FontLab and assisted with LiquidPixels image engine programming for product preview content. Diagnosed prepress CO2 laser issues and recommended workflow-support solutions; later expanded into digital support work, including collaboration with IT on website improvements and we

Education

Associate in Fine Arts (A.F.A.) at Elgin Community College
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018

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Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services