Okay, let’s tackle this. So Thayne has 26 years of experience in the graphic arts field, which is a significant amount of time. He’s also the owner of The Ink Spot, which suggests he has management experience. Location is Rupert, Idaho, which is a smaller market. Considering his experience and skills, I’d estimate his hourly rate to be on the lower side of the scale. Maybe around $75 per hour, which is a rough estimate based on national averages for graphic designers and print managers. Some sources suggest that entry-level graphic designers can earn around $40,000 per year, while experienced professionals can earn upwards of $80,000. Given Thayne’s 26 years of experience, I’d place him in the higher end of the experience spectrum, but still on the lower end of the rate spectrum.