Hi. I’m Michael.
But most people call me Dabbs.

I am a hands-on maker, creative director, designer, thinker and collaborator. I work with companies from large to small, from local to international, to create relevant and intentional brand communication. Over the span of 30 years I have worked across multiple industries, each project with its own diverse needs, always with a focus on building visual identity and brand stories that drive deeper connection and engagement with audiences, reinforcing the brands purpose. I champion simplicity and the creation of holistic systems that are designed for ease of use for creative partners, and clarity for consumers. 

I am always looking for that next big collaboration, working with smart people striving to make change happen. If you’d like to learn more about my work process or have a project you are interested in discussing, please get in touch.



What I do.


  • Creative Direction

  • Visual Design

  • Digital Design

  • Ideation 

  • Concept Development

  • Brand strategy

  • Logo design

  • Brand Identity

  • Brand standards 

  • Strategic Messaging

  • Environment Design

  • Package Design

  • Art Direction



 

Who I’ve worked with.


Environmental

The Nature Conservancy

Seventh Generation

Neuton Cordless Mowers

Biomimicry 3.8

Sunward

Not for Profit

Planned Parenthood of New England

Stand up to Cancer

Outdoor

Saucony

Burton Snowboards

Nike

Gore Tex

Scott Skis

Merrell

Timberland

Jetboil

Turtle Fur

Ibex

Muck

Xtratuf

Cutters

Shock Doctor

STX Lacrosse

Entertainment

Xbox

Electronic Arts

MTV

Warner Brothers

The History Channel

Dave Matthews Band

Higher Ground Music Hall

Food & Drink

Whole Foods Market

General Mills

Pepsi

Boves of Vermont

Vermont Butcher Shop

Education

University of Vermont

Houghton Mifflin

Thompson Learning

Community College of Vermont

Kenan Flagler Business School

Hospitality

Stratton Mountain Resort

Celebrity Cruises

Agencies

Fallon

Crispin Porter Bogusky

The Martin Agency

JDK / Solidarity of Unbridled Labour

Mechanica

Sterling Brands

Contact me.

dabbs@michaeldabbs.com
(802)734-2494

14 Billings Court
Burlington, VT 05408
USA

 

 

What I do.

  • Creative Direction

  • Visual Design

  • Digital Design

  • Ideation 

  • Concept Development

  • Brand strategy

  • Logo design

  • Brand Identity

  • Brand standards 

  • Strategic Messaging

  • Environment Design

  • Package Design

  • Art Direction



Hi. I’m Michael. But everyone calls me Dabbs.

I am a hands-on maker, creative director, designer, thinker and collaborator. I work with companies from large to small, from local to international, to create intentional and relevant brand communication. Over the span of 30 years I have worked across multiple industries, each project with its own diverse needs, always with a focus on building visual identity and brand stories that drive deeper connection and engagement with audiences, reinforcing the brands purpose. I champion simplicity and the creation of holistic systems that are designed for ease of use for creative partners, and clarity for consumers.

If you’d like to learn more about my work process or have a project you are interested in discussing, please get in touch. 

Hi. I’m Michael. But everyone calls me Dabbs.

Creative Director, Designer, Thinker, Maker & Collaborator.

I work with companies from large to small, from local to international, to create intentional and relevant brand communication. Over the span of 30 years I have worked across multiple industries, each project with its own diverse needs, but always with a focus on building visual identity and brand stories that drive deeper connection and engagement with audiences and reinforce the brands purpose. I champion simplicity and the creation of holistic systems that are designed for ease of use for creative partners and clarity for consumers. 

If you’d like to learn more about my work process or have a project you are interested in discussing, please get in touch. 



Who I’ve worked with

 

Entertainment

Xbox

Electronic Arts

MTV

Warner Brothers

The History Channel

Dave Matthews Band

Higher Ground Music Hall

Food

Whole Foods Market

General Mills

Pepsi

Boves of Vermont

Vermont Butcher Shop

Sport & Outdoor

Saucony

Burton Snowboards

Nike

Gore Tex

Scott Skis

Merrell

Timberland

Jetboil

Turtle Fur

Ibex

Muck

Xtratuf

Cutters

Shock Doctor

STX Lacrosse

Education

University of Vermont

Houghton Mifflin

Thompson Learning

Community College of Vermont

Kenan Flagler Business School

Hospitality

Stratton Mountain Resort

Celebrity Cruises

Agencies

Fallon

Crispin Porter Bogusky

The Martin Agency

JDK / Solidarity of Unbridled Labour

Mechanica

Sterling Brands


Environmental

The Nature Conservancy

Seventh Generation

Neuton Cordless Mowers

Biomimicry 3.8

Sunward

Not for Profit

Planned Parenthood of New England

Stand up to Cancer

Hi. I’m Michael.
But most people call me Dabbs.

I am a hands-on maker, creative director, designer, thinker and collaborator. I work with companies from large to small, from local to international, to create intentional and relevant brand communication. Over the span of 30 years I have worked across multiple industries, each project with its own diverse needs, always with a focus on building visual identity and brand stories that drive deeper connection and engagement with audiences, reinforcing the brands purpose. I champion simplicity and the creation of holistic systems that are designed for ease of use for creative partners, and clarity for consumers.

If you’d like to learn more about my work process or have a project you are interested in discussing, please get in touch.