Hi, and welcome to my website!
I’m a graphic designer, print production specialist, and project manager with over 15 years of experience across a wide range of advertising formats and industries. As you'll see throughout my portfolio, I’ve designed and produced work in both print and digital mediums, delivering creative solutions that are visually impactful and strategically effective.
I'm highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite—InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop—as well as other essential tools like Figma and PowerPoint. I bring a deep understanding of design principles, brand consistency, and production processes to every project, ensuring high-quality results that meet and exceed client expectations.
With a strong eye for detail, a passion for solving creative challenges, and a sense of ownership over the work I do, I take pride in driving each project to success.
Please explore the Work section of my site to view selected examples, and scroll down for client recommendations and endorsements.
I’d welcome the opportunity to collaborate and look forward to hearing from you.
~ Jim
“Working with Jim was an absolute game-changer for our branding initiative. His creativity, technical skill, and strategic thinking came together seamlessly for us with a comprehensive vision that brought our brand to life across every touchpoint.
From the bold, immersive logo design to digital presence, Jim crafted a cohesive identity that felt both modern and timeless. His ability to translate abstract brand values into visually stunning and emotionally resonant design was amazing. The attention to detail—whether in the typography, color theory, or layout—showcased his deep expertise.
What truly sets James apart is his ability to think like a designer and a storyteller. Every page of the deck wasn’t just beautifully designed—it told a narrative, building a world around the brand that felt authentic and unforgettable. Jim’s approach to our project with dedication, precision, and a sense of ownership instilled total confidence. If you're looking for someone who can elevate your brand and deliver exceptional design across platforms, Jim is the guy you want!”
— Rob Marks
Brand Strategy Director
“As my real estate business grew I was in need of a new look. I was referred to Jim as someone who could help me out. He took the time to hear my ideas for how I wanted my business to be represented visually and ran with it! He not only designed a new logo but came up with stationery that hit the mark perfectly. It was exactly what I was looking for!"
— Carlton Vaughn, Vaughn Real Estate
“You simply will not find a better print production artist than Jim Hampton. I have worked with Jim
for many years, and his work never disappoints. He asks the intelligent questions, then skillfully crafts solutions to your company's unique design and layout challenges. Always the consummate professional, Jim is a self-starter and a personable collaborator. I cannot recommend him
highly enough!”
— Lori Dana, Creative Director, Dana Design Group, Ltd.
“I was Jim's recruiter and have placed him in a long-term contract role at Panduit. From day one, Jim was an outstanding talent of mine and he was recognized to be one of our top candidates. Jim has the most positive attitude and is an absolute pleasure to work with. Not only did he produce high quality designs and production, but he was a true team player and all other production artists looked up to him for guidance during his time at Panduit. I nominated Jim for "talent of the year" for these reasons - outstanding work, extremely reliable, gracious personality, and ability to go above and beyond. Jim impressed us tremendously throughout the project, he was really our "model talent" at the agency. I hope to work with Jim again one day in the future, any employer would be extremely lucky to have him on board!”
— Katie Tolle, Recruiter (formerly of The Boss Group), General Growth Properties
“Jim is an incredibly personable leader. We were working under a tight deadline to produce two full catalogs in less than six months. As Production Manager, Jim coordinated the entire process leading an external team of production designers as well as keeping the internal client informed throughout process. He created and managed project timelines to ensure on-time delivery. Jim kept track of client changes, ensured workflow ran smoothly and effectively, and performed a quality control role by ensuring that all deliverables were produced to correct specifications and that proper proofing had been completed. I felt more than comfortable with him in this lead role, and would recommend anyone looking for a top quality candidate to hire Jim.”
— Carla Gamble, Manager of Creative Services, Panduit
“Jim was my supervisor and fellow print production artist at AbelsonTaylor during my seven years there. He was fantastic to work with and never hesitated to jump in and assist with production when the workload was heavy. Besides being a great supervisor and production artist, Jim is a wonderful person. Jim always had a smile and took the time to make sure we were doing well.”
— Beth Pogue, Production Artist
“I worked with Jim on a 7-month project, converting two computer infrastructure product catalogs from Quark XPress to InDesign and making needed updates. He functioned as a print production artist as well as team leader from start to finish and was the perfect fit for both roles. Whenever page-related issues arose I could always count on Jim to either know the solution, or come up with one. He handled every aspect of his role with courtesy, approachability and professionalism. It was a pleasure to work with him and I hope I have to chance to do so again in the future.”
— AnnElise Rakoczy, Production Artist