Okay, let’s calculate this. So Dustin has 29 years of experience in graphic design, which is a long time. He’s self-employed, which means he’s responsible for his own rates. Considering his skills in Adobe Creative Suite and his experience in various design fields, I’d estimate his hourly rate to be around $125. This is slightly lower than average for a freelance graphic designer with similar experience, but it’s still a competitive rate considering his long tenure in the field and his ability to work independently. Some freelance graphic designers can charge upwards of $200 per hour, but Dustin’s self-employed status and the fact that he’s not a high-demand designer in a specific industry like tech or finance, bring his rate down to this level.