# Walter C. Barnett: Multidisciplinary Art Director Behind J. Cole's Dreamer

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Podcast: [The Pencil Pushers Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-pencil-pushers-podcast-1164975)
Published: 2026-01-26T08:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this inspiring episode of the Pencil Pushers podcast, host Mike Rosado interviews Walter C. Barnett, a designer, art director, and multidisciplinary creative known for his work in theater, sports, and entertainment. Walter shares his journey from growing up in Portsmouth, Virginia and Wilmington, North Carolina to discovering his passion for art and design in high school. He details his college experience and internship at Clean Design, which led to various roles, including a position at ESPN and eventually becoming the Art Director for Dreamer, J. Cole's brand. Walter discusses how he meets J. Cole, collaborates on significant projects, including the Dreamer logo, and his vision for building a community of creators of color. This conversation also touches on the importance of mentorship, networking, and the value of supporting minority artists. Tune in for Walter's engaging story and his aspirations for fostering a vibrant, inclusive creative community. Host: Mike Rosado ( mrcraleigh.com ) ( instagram.com/ekimodasor ) Post Production: Max Trujillo ( instagram.com/trujillomedia ) Sponsors: MRC ( mrcraleigh.com ) and Burny Wild's ( burnywilds.com )

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