I am pleased to recommend Mr. Michael Barnes for any position that requires a skilled graphic artist and web design expert, or a self-directed corporate identity designer who is quick to fulfill management objectives.

Mike was contracted by Sign Biz, Inc. in June of 1998 in the position of Sign Technology Instructor for our organization. This position demanded an individual with not only great graphics skills, but also strong communication skills and an impeccable attendance record.

As the sole person responsible for teaching design technologies to new Sign Biz clients from all over the country and servicing their corporate identity development, Mike exceeds the position requirements, especially with respect to managing the demands of creating new logos, letterhead, yellow page ads and web sites for these new business owners under tight deadlines. His dedication to the client’s needs is evidenced in his thorough training of the new business owner, his follow-through during their period of transition, and his on-call availability even after their departure.

Mike has also been contracted by Sign Biz for our internal graphics needs, including design and print work for an updated logo, for our high-quality convention materials, for digital print work, and for specialty graphics packages for the industry, in which role he continues to direct himself with commitment. Whenever the opportunity arises, we will continue to use his services on a freelance basis. He demonstrates intelligent and creative use of a wide range of graphic design software applications, including Adobe Photoshop, Corel Draw, Adobe Illustrator, web programs, and 3-D rendering tools.

As a web design specialist, Michael Barnes would bring a focus on quality and ease of use to your site development. Furthermore, he works well with others, and is experienced in project management. It is rare to find an individual who has mastered as many facets of design and technology as has Mike Barnes.

I endorse Mike without qualification. I invite you to contact me directly should there be any attributes you would like to discuss.