I am Justin K. Hite — a multi-disciplinary designer, creative strategist, and brand visionary with over 15 years of experience in branding, content strategy, marketing design, and digital storytelling. Here is my story
I’ve navigated diverse creative landscapes—from the vibrant art scenes of Los Angeles to the dynamic energy of Louisville and back to my Cincinnati roots. My journey has taught me that true creative brilliance comes from blending strategic insight with personal passion, and that success is measured by both professional achievements and a balanced life.
Whether leading innovative projects at SoLo Funds (where my designs helped secure $10MM in funding and earned national recognition) or spearheading creative marketing at Town Talk Headwear, I’m dedicated to delivering high-quality work that inspires and resonates.
... into visual, dynamic stories.
I create because I have to.
Because survival isn't just about breathing—it's about expression, about turning struggle into something tangible, something that speaks when words fail. My work is a testament to resilience, to the way we carry our scars not as burdens, but as stories.
Empathy is at the core of everything I do. I believe in art as a bridge—between past and present, between pain and healing, between people who might never otherwise understand each other. I make art for those who have been silenced, for those who have endured, for those who need to see that survival is not just possible, but beautiful in its own raw, unfiltered way.
Perseverance is what shapes my process. I embrace imperfection, the rough edges, the messiness of creation—because that’s where truth lives. Every piece I create is a conversation between loss and hope, between the weight of the past and the pull of the future. I want my work to be a reminder: you are still here. You are still standing. And that is something worth celebrating.
Key Skills & Expertise:
• Brand Strategy & Identity Development: Crafting compelling, recognizable brands.
• Creative Direction & Marketing Design: Leading visual storytelling for print, digital, and social media.
• UX/UI & Web Design: Creating intuitive, engaging digital experiences.
• Content Creation & Copywriting: Producing high-impact messaging and narratives.
• Learning & Experience Design: Designing interactive, engaging educational materials.
• Project & Team Leadership: Managing projects and fostering collaborative creative environments.
• Adobe Creative Suite Mastery: Expert in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, and Acrobat.
• Strategic Problem Solving: Transforming creative challenges into innovative solutions.
Milestones:
• Credited contributing efforts with SoLo Funds, Inc., helping raise $10MM through effective design and marketing strategies, earning a spot on CNBC's "Disruptor 50" List.
• Visual/Creative Designer for "The Comedy Get Down" live national tour (Cedric 'The Entertainer,' George Lopez, D.L. Hughley, Mike Epps, Eddie Griffin, Charlie Murphy), generating 93 shows.
• Featured nationally in PGA of America Magazine and various publications and billboards across the U.S., in print and digital formats.
• Delivered the Class Graduation Commencement for Antonelli College of Art & Design (Summa Cum Laude)
Featured On:
• Side Hustle City (Podcast)
• What Ya Into? (Podcast)
• Guns N' Radio (Podcast)
• "The Failed Artist" (Podcast)
• Tales From The Hard Side (Podcast)
• "The Sleeper," (The Switch Radio)
• What Ya Into? (Podcast)
• Guns N' Radio (Podcast)
• "The Failed Artist" (Podcast)
• Tales From The Hard Side (Podcast)
• "The Sleeper," (The Switch Radio)