Okay, let’s tackle this. So Jay has 34 years of experience as an artist, which is a long time. His skills in Adobe Creative Suite, public speaking, and grant writing are also valuable. However, his experience is mostly in the non-profit sector, which tends to pay lower rates. Location is Baltimore, Maryland, which is not a major hub for high-paying industries. Considering his skills and experience, I would estimate his hourly rate to be around $125, which is on the lower end of the scale for artists and program developers with similar experience. Some artists and program developers in the US can charge $200-$300 per hour, but Jay’s experience and skills don’t quite put him in that range.