Accomplished and energetic UI/UX Designer and Leader with an entrepreneurial spirit and 15+ years of diverse and transferable experience managing projects, delivering intuitive and brand-advancing products, and driving innovative solutions in fast-paced spaces. Proven track record of creating, designing, and absorbing user experiences and interfaces and developing front-end code prototypes for cross-functional developers. Blend of experience in corporate, contracting, and freelance roles. Additional background in creative management and graphic design. Hands-on collaborator and effective communicator with excellent organization, analytical, creative thinking, negotiation, presentation, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Designed, engineered, and improved internal applications that support international workforce of 100K+ employees.
Oversaw branding and design enhancements for 5 traditional and 4 mobile applications that composed the Sales Dashboard.
Trasformed applications to enhance end-user capabilities and assisted management across the organization in tracking costs and revenue, implementing employee coaching and development efforts, on boarding new employees, and managed all aspects of the company’s P&L.
Designed and developed core app/website code for cutting-edge promotional social media banking, including creating brand standards and an overall identify for internal and online applications.
Utilized front-end development skills in a JSF/Eclipse space to create and enable product team visions and usability.
Advised senior leadership on UX strategies, frameworks, and products, positioning the company for future success.
Designed a Web 2.0 site, utilized CMS to update existing code, and developed HTML/CSS/jQuery. Created a distinctive brand identify, print collateral, and online marketing materials for a new company branch.
Significantly improved user experience, enhanced layout and design, and improved overall functionality.
Cleaned up HTML to function in popular email programs. . Developed a compelling walk-through tradeshow booth experience.
Consistently enhanced online sales and exposure by developing high-impact webs sites, landing pages, email campaigns, and interactive media. Designed a host of creative assets, boosted social networking campaigns, and led internal staff resources.
Directed a comprehensive rebranding and designed online properties that yielded $20M+ in annual revenue.
Recognized for consistently managing end-to-end project implementations in an evolving landscape.
Designed powerful and engaging web sites, graphics, and multimedia elements in a UX-friendly environment. Led, coached, and mentored a talented IT team in designing and delivering client-specific creative projects.
Consistently exceeded client expectations, grew client relationships, and boosted revenue through exceptional project completion and client relations skills.
Provide client-specific creative multimedia web design and development services. Built an online platform that generates $20M+ in annual revenue.
Oversaw all aspects of the business, including marketing and advertising, referral management, client relations, financial management, product development and delivery, and other key areas.
Consistently recognized by clients for developing and delivering superior products, design concepts, and innovations.
Designed advertisements, tradeshow displays, direct mail, and internal/external websites.
Updated department equipment/software and maintained current technology for Mac workstations, dedicated server/backup, and Fiery print servers.
Eliminated travel for training coordinators by developing new multimedia training components. Quickly troubleshot any department issues and performed digital imaging and scanning.
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The developer is involved in UX Design projects, translating concepts and ensuring client sites deliver excellent user experiences.
Education
Troubleshooting for Macintosh, Fast Track to Flash, Photoshop User, Director Training & Concept, Flash AS, Advanced Flash AS3, Flash CS4 Professional, Building Search Engine Friendly Sites, Character Animation
Certifications
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Arts, Minor in Advertising