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Mike Schnell is an accomplished Design Director and creative professional with over two decades of agency experience in visual communication and brand development. As a faculty member, he brings extensive real-world expertise from collaborations with notable brands such as Virgin Media, Taco Bell, and Stanley Black & Decker, as well as leadership positions at FirstTeam Real Estate, Faris Lee Investments, and CBRE. A graduate of the University of the Pacific with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and recipient of both PRSA Award of Excellence and AIGA Bronze Award, Mike combines his industry acumen with a teaching philosophy that emphasizes practical application and creative problem-solving. As a Type-Ed alumni and active AIGA member, he leverages his experience in mentoring and managing creative teams to foster a collaborative learning environment that prepares students for success in the ever-evolving field of design.