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I am a seasoned Creative Designer with over 20 years of experience. A passionate artist that knows what separates an exceptional design from average ones. My portfolio shows a wide range of creative design, from Digital & Print Production, Web Graphics, Social Media, Logos, and User Interfaces. What I would bring is a mix of deep creative experience and a designer mindset. I understand what makes a design feel fun, functional, and rewarding. I’ve worked in fast-paced, collaborative environments where quick iteration and attention to detail are key. I’m fast, focused, and always thinking steps ahead when it comes to graphic design.…I am a seasoned Creative Designer with over 20 years of experience. A passionate artist that knows what separates an exceptional design from average ones. My portfolio shows a wide range of creative design, from Digital & Print Production, Web Graphics, Social Media, Logos, and User Interfaces. What I would bring is a mix of deep creative experience and a designer mindset. I understand what makes a design feel fun, functional, and rewarding. I’ve worked in fast-paced, collaborative environments where quick iteration and attention to detail are key. I’m fast, focused, and always thinking steps ahead when it comes to graphic design.

Michael James Dickson

Graphic Designer, Creative Director, Art Director

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I am a seasoned Creative Designer with over 20 years of experience. A passionate artist that knows what separates an exceptional design from average ones. My portfolio shows a wide range of creative design, from Digital & Print Production, Web Graphics, Social Media, Logos, and User Interfaces. What I would bring is a mix of deep creative experience and a designer mindset. I understand what makes a design feel fun, functional, and rewarding. I’ve worked in fast-paced, collaborative environments where quick iteration and attention to detail are key. I’m fast, focused, and always thinking steps ahead when it comes to graphic design.…I am a seasoned Creative Designer with over 20 years of experience. A passionate artist that knows what separates an exceptional design from average ones. My portfolio shows a wide range of creative design, from Digital & Print Production, Web Graphics, Social Media, Logos, and User Interfaces. What I would bring is a mix of deep creative experience and a designer mindset. I understand what makes a design feel fun, functional, and rewarding. I’ve worked in fast-paced, collaborative environments where quick iteration and attention to detail are key. I’m fast, focused, and always thinking steps ahead when it comes to graphic design.

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I am a seasoned Creative Designer with over 20 years of experience. A passionate artist that knows what separates an exceptional design from average ones. My portfolio shows a wide range of creative design, from Digital & Print Production, Web Graphics, Social Media, Logos, and User Interfaces.

What I would bring is a mix of deep creative experience and a designer mindset. I understand what makes a design feel fun, functional, and rewarding. I’ve worked in fast-paced, collaborative environments where quick iteration and attention to detail are key.

I’m fast, focused, and always thinking steps ahead when it comes to graphic design.

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Work Experience

Creative Art Director | Senior Product Designer at Aquimo, Inc.

July 1, 2022 - Present

Provide AAA title quality artwork to support team-wide projects, vision, and marketing needs for professional sports teams across major sports franchises and brands. Set quality expectations and content direction for graphics teams using brand guidelines and concept art. Led creative operations improvements for live games boosting speed, quality, and efficiency. Developed scalable systems for asset management and streamlined collaboration with JIRA, Cocos Creator, and GitHub. Managed employee performance evaluations, recruitment, and upheld brand consistency across multiple channels and live events.

Creative Art Director | Senior Graphic Designer at Jack Grace USA

October 31, 2019 - July 16, 2025

Served as art director for Arizona-based golf shoe company focusing on marketing designs for innovative golf shoe technology. Duties included creation of branding guides, brochures, catalogs, flyers, signage, product mockups, packaging, apparel, tradeshow displays, pitch decks, website and social media promotions, Adwords banners, and photography. Directed on-site training for graphic designers and machine operators in hardware/software maintenance, color management, project management tools, photoshoot setups, cloud storage systems, network setup, and Adobe creative programs.

Creative Graphic Designer | Production Designer at Alphagraphics

January 31, 2018 - July 16, 2025

Lead designer across three locations providing creative direction and mentoring junior designers to maintain high standards. Delivered excellent customer service and developed relationships with businesses, non-profits, schools, and communities. Executed diverse creative duties including logo design, websites, social media, brochures, business cards, catalogs, flyers, invitations, signage, infographics, packaging, apparel, vehicle wraps, pitch decks, tradeshow displays, and more. Expert in print production with extensive knowledge of pre-press, file setup, print specs, color management, and font systems. Balanced creativity with technical precision and strong attention to detail.

Creative Graphic Designer/Owner at MichaelJamesGFX, LLC

November 1, 2011 - Present

Managed all aspects of a creative business including client communication, project planning, design, and final delivery ensuring high standards. Designed logos, branding packages, websites, social media graphics, and print materials for small businesses, startups, and local organizations. Delivered personalized, high-quality creative solutions by working directly with clients. Handled full production workflow independently from concept to print coordination and digital implementation. Built a reputation for creativity, professionalism, dependability, and strong client retention through quality work.