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Professional Summary:
Creative professional with 10+ years of experience in front-end development, UX/UI design, photography, and tattoo art. Skilled in leading projects, translating client needs into impactful visuals, and creating user-centered digital experiences. Background in psychology & communication enhances my intuitive, people-focused design approach.
Technical Skills:
Adobe Creative Suite (Lightroom, Illustrator, Photoshop, XD), Agile, Agile, API Integration, CSS, Database Design, E/R Diagrams, Figma, Git, Graphic Design, Google SEO, HTML, IntelliJ, Integration Testing, Java, JavaScript, JDBC, Node.js, Photography, PostgreSQL, React, SpringBoot, Responsive Web Design, PostGresSQL, Table Design, Unit Testing (JUnit), UX/UI Design, VSCode, Vue.js
PROJECTS:
SAGE | Work with a product owner to design a Meal Prep website with a functional database that can have recipes viewed, added or removed, favorites feature, functional grocery list, recipes to browse through, user login/registration, and step-by-step instruction popups.
Vending Machine | A back-end program with multiple menus. User can view products, add money, purchase products, and receive change distributed correctly in quarters, dimes, and nickels. Each purchase includes name of item, price, and a message. There is an optional receipt at the end and Sales of All Time receipt for machine owner.
TENMO | A database integration program that features Java JDBC and Sql. A user can login or register, have multiple accounts where money can be added, received or sent between friends. User can send requests, confirm or deny requests, and view account balances.
Vending Machine | A back-end program with multiple menus. User can view products, add money, purchase products, and receive change distributed correctly in quarters, dimes, and nickels. Each purchase includes name of item, price, and a message. There is an optional receipt at the end and Sales of All Time receipt for machine owner.
TENMO | A database integration program that features Java JDBC and Sql. A user can login or register, have multiple accounts where money can be added, received or sent between friends. User can send requests, confirm or deny requests, and view account balances.
Experience:
Graphic & UX/UI Designer @ Freelance | 01/2020 - Present
- Led end-to-end design and development projects, delivering responsive, user-centered web and mobile experiences that boosted engagement by 30%.
- Designed intuitive UI components using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Vue.js, improving usability and reducing load times by 25%.
- Created cohesive brand identities and product packaging for small businesses, driving a 20% increase in customer recognition and sales.
- Designed intuitive UI components using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Vue.js, improving usability and reducing load times by 25%.
- Created cohesive brand identities and product packaging for small businesses, driving a 20% increase in customer recognition and sales.
- Developed responsive websites and branded assets that enhanced clients' online presence and contributed to a 35% growth in conversion rates.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate APIs and optimize front-end functionality, improving user experience and client satisfaction.
- Managed multiple client projects with strong communication, delivering on time and ensuring consistent quality across digital and print mediums.
Key Skills:
- Full-Stack Web Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Vue.js)
- Database Design & Implementation
- UI/UX Design & Prototyping
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- A/B Testing & User Experience Optimization
- API Integration & Front-End Functionality
- Brand Strategy & Identity Development
- Project Management & Client Relations
Jr Software Developer @ D20 Digital | 10/2023 - PresenT
- Designed and deployed fully functional web applications, integrating front-end, back-end, and databases to ensure seamless user experiences and improved system performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to transform project requirements into operational features, meeting client expectations and delivering within tight timelines.
- Partnered with the design lead to craft intuitive UX/UI for mobile and desktop applications, enhancing engagement and maintaining design consistency.
- Executed A/B testing strategies, optimizing user experience and functionality, resulting in a 15% increase in usability.
- Contributed to developing scalable code, ensuring efficient, future-proof solutions and supporting long-term project goals
- Assisted in troubleshooting and debugging, resolving issues quickly and improving application performance for error-free user experiences
- Full-Stack Web Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Vue.js, Node.js)
- UX/UI Design & Prototyping
- A/B Testing & User Research
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Agile Methodology & Version Control
- Troubleshooting & Debugging
- Scalable Code Development & Documentation
Lead of Design & Marketing @ EarthShrine | 01/2020 - 04/2023
- Translated complex ideas into clear marketing narratives, driving a 20% increase in customer engagement.
- Managed packaging design from concept to delivery, ensuring compliance with cost, policy, and regulatory standards, reducing production delays by 15%.
- Delivered print-ready artwork across various mediums, ensuring high-quality output and brand consistency.
- Led the creation of wireframes, prototypes, and mockups, improving project delivery speed by 25% and optimizing user experience.
- Designed branding, packaging, and web assets that reinforced identity and contributed to a 30% increase in sales.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, integrating design and development to enhance user experience and client satisfaction.
Key Skills:
- Brand Strategy & Development
- Packaging Design & Regulatory Compliance
- Product Photography
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- UX/UI Design (Wireframing, Prototyping)
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Print & Digital Media Production
- Project Management & Deadline Adherence
- Full-Stack Web Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Vue.js)
- Database Design & Implementation
- UI/UX Design & Prototyping
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- A/B Testing & User Experience Optimization
- API Integration & Front-End Functionality
- Brand Strategy & Identity Development
- Project Management & Client Relations
Jr Software Developer @ D20 Digital | 10/2023 - PresenT
- Designed and deployed fully functional web applications, integrating front-end, back-end, and databases to ensure seamless user experiences and improved system performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to transform project requirements into operational features, meeting client expectations and delivering within tight timelines.
- Partnered with the design lead to craft intuitive UX/UI for mobile and desktop applications, enhancing engagement and maintaining design consistency.
- Executed A/B testing strategies, optimizing user experience and functionality, resulting in a 15% increase in usability.
- Contributed to developing scalable code, ensuring efficient, future-proof solutions and supporting long-term project goals
- Assisted in troubleshooting and debugging, resolving issues quickly and improving application performance for error-free user experiences
- Full-Stack Web Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Vue.js, Node.js)
- UX/UI Design & Prototyping
- A/B Testing & User Research
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Agile Methodology & Version Control
- Troubleshooting & Debugging
- Scalable Code Development & Documentation
Lead of Design & Marketing @ EarthShrine | 01/2020 - 04/2023
- Translated complex ideas into clear marketing narratives, driving a 20% increase in customer engagement.
- Managed packaging design from concept to delivery, ensuring compliance with cost, policy, and regulatory standards, reducing production delays by 15%.
- Delivered print-ready artwork across various mediums, ensuring high-quality output and brand consistency.
- Led the creation of wireframes, prototypes, and mockups, improving project delivery speed by 25% and optimizing user experience.
- Designed branding, packaging, and web assets that reinforced identity and contributed to a 30% increase in sales.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, integrating design and development to enhance user experience and client satisfaction.
Key Skills:
- Brand Strategy & Development
- Packaging Design & Regulatory Compliance
- Product Photography
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- UX/UI Design (Wireframing, Prototyping)
- Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Print & Digital Media Production
- Project Management & Deadline Adherence