About Me
Hi, I’m Jon Barnhill—a Graphic Designer and Prepress Specialist who bridges the gap between bold creative ideas and flawless technical execution.
My design journey started back in 2008 at The Wilson Times, where I learned the meticulous art of photo toning and print layouts. Since then, my career has taken me through an incredibly diverse range of creative worlds. I’ve gone from designing high-impact digital branding and social media assets for the Liberty University football program to mastering advanced manufacturing file setups as a Prepress Operator for R.R. Donnelley.
Because I've spent time both in the fast-paced world of sports marketing and deep in the technical weeds of production print, I bring a level of versatility that is rare in this industry. I don't just design visuals that look spectacular on a screen—I build them with the technical precision required to make sure they look flawless on physical merchandise, packaging, and massive trade show displays.
What I Bring to the Table
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Commercial & Retail Label Production: Trusted by massive national brands including LEGO, Walmart, Food Lion, Jersey Mike’s, and The Spice & Tea Exchange.
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Athletic & Event Branding: Experience building cohesive digital brand identities, custom apparel, posters, and merchandise that get fans and audiences excited.
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Technical Prepress Expertise: Deep knowledge of ArtPro and Adobe Creative Cloud, ensuring files are perfectly calibrated for flexographic and offset printing without a single pixel out of place.
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End-to-End Production: From initial brainstorming and layout to physical signage installation and final delivery, I understand the entire life cycle of a project.
Behind the Design
I was born in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina, but I’ve spent most of my life on the eastern side of the state near Raleigh, proudly calling Wilson home.
I believe that having a wide range of interests makes me a more adaptable designer. My personal passions span everything from the fast-moving strategy of hockey to the collaborative, imaginative storytelling of Dungeons & Dragons. This mix of analytical structure and creative chaos is exactly how I approach design: I love finding creative, out-of-the-box solutions while keeping a disciplined eye on the rules of technical production.
Whether you need a striking brand identity, a major publication layout, or a product label ready for national retail shelves, I have the skills and the experience to bring it to life.