About Me
Hi, I'm Michael Phillips
I'm a graphic designer that aims to create vibrant and detailed designs while keeping web standards and usability in mind.
Currently I contract for several marketing companies in the Chicago suburbs, working on projects and campaigns from websites to brand identity to print media.
History
- 1995-1999, BA-Mass Communications-Advertising/Marketing, Winona State University
- 2000-2003 - Advanced Marketing Communications, Marketing Asssitant, Marketing Director
- 2003-2008 - Keystroke Graphics, Graphic Designer/Web Developer, Creative Director
- 2008-Present - Owner, A Guy Called Mike - Print & Web Development
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign (& Quark)
- Web–HTML/CSS, PHP/mySQL, SEO
- Design, Marketing, Collaboration, Customer Relations
Proficiencies Include:
Latest News and Updates
Development of backend software to compete with the big dogs begins! July 24, 2011
Offering workshops in Social Media development. Get noticed on Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and more. Contact me. June 16, 2011
first depHense launches for preliminary feedback. May 4, 2011
Portfolio work
First depHense Website
Corporate site for retail branded cleaning products. Website design was part of overall branding effort including product packaging, displays, sales material and corporate identity. HTML/CSS/Photoshop + backend access for sales executives. website
PJ's Courthouse Tavern
Flash-animated website designed to give the user a feel for the atmosphere of the bar, food and drink selection, as well as list upcoming events. Developed as part of an overall social marketing strategy, included a Facebook presence for photo sharing. HTML/CSS/Flash. website
The Price CPA Group Website
Brochure site for accounting firm, allowing for online payment. Replicated look and feel of site to business branding material.
HTML/CSS. website
Canal Street Marina & Yacht Yard Website
Full service facility offering indoor and outdoor storage, summer dockage and a wide range of services in Chicago, Illinois. Site includes admin panel for client to update bridge schedule, WordPress blog and several plug-ins for visitor interactivity.
HTML/CSS. website
Contact Me
Send me a Message
Freelance! Put me to use for you.
- Website Design
- Illustration
- Editorial & Print Design
- Front-end Development
- Flash Animations
- Logo & Corporate Identity
- CMS-Joomla, Magento, WordPress, etc.
Skilled at:
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign (& Quark)
- Web–HTML/CSS, PHP/mySQL, SEO
- Design, Marketing, Collaboration, Customer Relations


