I am a creative and results-driven Digital Marketing, social media, and UX/UI Designer with 18+ years of experience developing engaging digital experiences, branded marketing campaigns, social media content, and user-centered designs across web, mobile, print, video, and digital platforms. I am skilled in social media strategy, content creation, visual storytelling, audience engagement, email marketing support, and brand awareness initiatives. I collaborate with cross-functional teams, leadership, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver impactful digital campaigns that strengthen online presence and boost customer engagement. Proficient in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Microsoft Office, Constant Contact, Keynote, photography/videography support, and accessible digital communications.…

Darcel Pugh

I am a creative and results-driven Digital Marketing, social media, and UX/UI Designer with 18+ years of experience developing engaging digital experiences, branded marketing campaigns, social media content, and user-centered designs across web, mobile, print, video, and digital platforms. I am skilled in social media strategy, content creation, visual storytelling, audience engagement, email marketing support, and brand awareness initiatives. I collaborate with cross-functional teams, leadership, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver impactful digital campaigns that strengthen online presence and boost customer engagement. Proficient in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Microsoft Office, Constant Contact, Keynote, photography/videography support, and accessible digital communications.…

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I am a creative and results-driven Digital Marketing, social media, and UX/UI Designer with 18+ years of experience developing engaging digital experiences, branded marketing campaigns, social media content, and user-centered designs across web, mobile, print, video, and digital platforms. I am skilled in social media strategy, content creation, visual storytelling, audience engagement, email marketing support, and brand awareness initiatives. I collaborate with cross-functional teams, leadership, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver impactful digital campaigns that strengthen online presence and boost customer engagement. Proficient in Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Microsoft Office, Constant Contact, Keynote, photography/videography support, and accessible digital communications.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance UX Designer at Career Coaching Pro
October 20, 2025 - March 20, 2026
Edited CCP website and mobile apps focusing on Events and Immersive Experiences; performed Wix edits; applied Agile methodologies and Design Thinking; designed desktop and mobile prototypes in Figma using auto layout, component libraries, and variants.
Freelance UI / UX Designer at Interpublic Group (IPG)
March 17, 2025 - June 27, 2025
Designed UI for SharePoint intranet landing pages for Getty, Adobe, and GLAAD stock photo websites; created intranet landing pages for internal and external users to purchase/download stock images; produced low and high-fidelity wireframes and prototypes; built component libraries; conducted usability testing; improved brand consistency and usability (employee engagement up 30%). Also developed marketing assets (emails and social banners) that increased engagement.
Freelance UI / UX Designer – SharePoint Intranet at Interpublic Group (IPG)
March 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Developed digital marketing assets including email campaigns, social media graphics, LinkedIn banners, and branded visual materials to support audience engagement and corporate marketing initiatives. Designed engaging social media content and animated digital banners that increased social media engagement by 25%. Created user-centered digital experiences for SharePoint intranet platforms and corporate web channels using Figma, Canva, and Adobe Creative Suite.
Freelance UI/UX Designer – SharePoint at INTERPUBLIC GROUP (IPG)
March 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Designed the UI for SharePoint intranet landing pages for Getty, Adobe, and GLAAD stock photo websites. Created new intranet landing pages for internal and external clients to purchase and download stock images. Produced low- and high-fidelity wireframes and interactive prototypes; streamlined UI design by creating component libraries. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design interactive prototypes for IPG’s SharePoint intranet and digital channels using Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, ensuring brand consistency and improving usability, which increased employee engagement by 30%. Developed user-centric designs for email blasts, social media content, and LinkedIn banners that addressed both business objectives and user needs; newly designed banners increased social media engagement by 25%.
UI / UX Designer at U.S. Department of Energy
June 17, 2024 - December 20, 2024
Led UI/UX design and visual assets for the Elective Pay Tool App and Invest Map 2.0 server applications; performed UX research and heuristic evaluations; initiated accessibility testing to ensure 508/AA compliance; created component libraries and design systems aligned with USWDS and DOE brand guidelines; produced high-fidelity designs and illustrations for the DOE website; collaborated with development teams across the lifecycle.
Visual Designer at U.S. Department of Energy
June 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Designed engaging digital assets, UI components, and branded visual materials for government web applications and digital platforms. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support user engagement, accessibility, and visual consistency. Created high-fidelity graphics, illustrations, and digital content aligned with brand standards and accessibility guidelines. Supported visual storytelling and content organization for stakeholders and leadership.
UI / Visual Designer at U.S. Department of Energy
June 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Partnered with multidisciplinary teams to design UI elements and visual assets for the Elective Pay Tool App and Invest Map 2.0 server applications, enhancing digital engagement. Conducted UX research and heuristic evaluations; initiated accessibility testing to ensure 508 compliance with AA ratings. Created component libraries and design systems based on DOE brand guidelines (USWDS). Produced high-fidelity designs and illustrations for the DOE website, driving user-centric enhancements that improved accessibility, engagement, and visual consistency. Worked with Development teams across the UX/UI lifecycle including user analysis, persona development, journey mapping, wireframing, prototyping, and user testing.
UX Designer at Manhattan Strategy Group
April 20, 2023 - June 28, 2024
Led UX/UI design and information architecture for the Arts and Education (AAEC) and Department of Education websites; optimized user flows and accessibility; developed wireframes and high-fidelity interactive prototypes for federal contracts (SAMHSA, HMRF, NCELA); delivered Section 508–compliant, user-centered designs; partnered with product managers and UX writers on content strategy and messaging; performed content audits to improve readability and inclusivity.
UX Designer at Northrop Grumman Corporation
August 8, 2022 - March 31, 2023
Applied a human-centered design approach to create websites and e-commerce mobile apps for BOENext; designed user-centered workflows and prototypes for defense and aerospace systems; ensured WCAG/ADA compliance; collaborated with product managers, engineers, developers, and stakeholders; developed reusable design patterns and component guidelines; conducted usability testing and content validation.
UX Designer at IQ Solutions, Inc.
April 4, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Designed interactive prototypes and wireframes for three healthcare websites; conducted user research methods (heuristic analyses, card sorts, surveys, usability audits) and testing; developed IA, personas, journey maps; created UAT protocols and acceptance testing; produced user personas and journeys to guide design strategy.
Freelance UI / UX Designer at FORAGA
November 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Designed the UI for a college debate forum/application; developed Home, Features, Pricing, and Documents pages; increased user click rates and retention by 80%; used Axure RP, Balsamiq, and Adobe Creative Suite.
UI / Visual Designer at The Bizzell Group
June 4, 2018 - April 29, 2022
Designed user-centered web and mobile interfaces for federal health and research programs; created wireframes, prototypes, and content-driven design documentation; built and standardized component libraries and style guides; conducted content audits and usability testing; produced marketing materials that helped win a $20M DOT contract; created social media videos using Vyond for CDC contract.
Visual Designer at THE BIZZELL GROUP
June 1, 2018 - April 1, 2022
Created social media graphics, promotional videos, branded marketing materials, and digital campaign assets for healthcare and federal programs. Produced animated and video content for social media outreach using Vyond and Adobe Premiere Pro. Collaborated with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams to support integrated marketing campaigns and event branding initiatives. Designed marketing collateral and campaign materials that contributed to successful contract awards and audience engagement efforts. Maintained brand consistency across digital, print, presentation, and social media platforms. Recipient of the 2019 Platinum Hermes Creative Award for Integrated Marketing Collateral Materials.
Senior Graphic Designer at The BIZZELL Group
June 1, 2018 - April 1, 2022
Created social media graphics, promotional videos, branded marketing materials, and digital campaign assets for healthcare and federal programs. Produced animated and video content for social media outreach using Vyond and Adobe Premiere Pro. Collaborated with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams to support integrated marketing campaigns and event branding initiatives. Designed marketing collateral and campaign materials that contributed to successful contract awards and audience engagement. Maintained brand consistency across digital, print, presentation, and social media platforms. Recipient of the 2019 Platinum Hermes Creative Award for Integrated Marketing Collateral Materials.
UI/Visual Designer at The Bizzell Group
June 1, 2018 - April 1, 2022
Designed user-centered web and mobile interfaces for federal health and research programs, ensuring accessibility and WCAG 2.1 compliance. Created brochures, magazines, videos, direct mail, and event signage for multiple federal contracts. Built and standardized component libraries and style guides to ensure consistency; contributed to winning a $20 million contract for the Department of Transportation (DOT).
Senior Graphic Designer at American Institutes for Research (AIR)
August 1, 2017 - March 1, 2018
Designed educational manuals for Grades 3-11; managed graphic design, scientific illustration, and multimedia; supported project management and accessibility needs.
Graphic Design Analyst at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
March 1, 2016 - July 1, 2017
Led design efforts for marketing and outreach; OSDBU branding; designed social media campaigns, banners, direct mail, and web materials; managed marketing projects and ensured Section 508 compliance.
Senior Graphic Designer at Wells Fargo Bank
October 8, 2014 - July 25, 2015
D esigned marketing materials for the investment banking sector; produced books, magazines, presentations, charts, graphs, and maps for retail properties; provided client-facing design support.
Senior Graphic Designer at LCB Solutions, LLC
February 1, 2014 - June 1, 2016
Sole manager of design department; created corporate branding for CMS; produced conference materials, magazines, fact sheets, and E-pubs for the Medicare Learning Network; oversaw catalogs, presentations, and proposal graphics.

Education

Certification in UX Design at Springboard
September 20, 2021 - February 15, 2022
Certification in UX Design
Certification in Web Design & Development (HTML/CSS) at George Mason University
August 24, 2015 - January 18, 2016
Certification in Web Design and Development
Bachelor of Science, Applied Design at University of Maryland, College Park
August 22, 1983 - May 26, 1987
Bachelor of Science in Applied Design
Bachelor of Science, Applied Design at University of Maryland, College Park
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
UX / UI Design Career Track at Springboard
January 11, 2030 - May 14, 2026
UX/UI Design Career Track Certification at Springboard
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026
Certification in Web Design & Development (HTML/CSS) at George Mason University
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026
Bachelor of Science, Applied Design at University of Maryland, College Park
January 11, 2030 - June 3, 2026
Certification in UX Design at Springboard
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2026
Certificate in Web Design & Development at George Mason University
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Applied Design at University of Maryland, College Park
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2026

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science, Applied Design
August 22, 1983 - May 26, 1987
BS in Applied Graphic Design
Certified UX Designer
September 20, 2021 - February 15, 2022
Certification in Web Design & Development (HTML/CSS)
September 7, 2015 - January 6, 2016

Industry Experience

Government, Healthcare, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Non-Profit Organization, Other, Energy & Utilities
    SharePoint Intranet Landing Pages for Getty, Adobe Stock, GLAAD images

    • Led the UX Design for the UI for SharePoint intranet landing pages for Getty, Adobe, GLAAD stock photo websites. Created newly designed intranet landing pages for these websites for internal and external clients to purchase and download stock images.
    • Applied UI methods and tools, designed low and high-fidelity wireframes and prototypes, and did usability testing. I streamlined the UI Design process by creating component libraries.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design interactive prototypes for IPG’s SharePoint intranet and digital channels using Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, ensuring brand consistency and improving usability, which increased employee engagement by 30%.
    • Digital Design; developed user-centric designs for e-mail blasts, social media content, and LinkedIn pages/animated banners that addressed both business objectives and user needs. Newly designed banners increased social media engagement by 25% based on Google Analytics.
    • Designed interactive prototypes and design assets that accelerated project timelines, improved cross-functional collaboration, and supported a successful product launch.

    Landing page UI Mockup - SAMHSA (Department of Health and Human Services)

    SAMHSA Home page UI mockup of landing page.