I’m a seasoned graphic designer and developer with more than 25 years of experience in graphic design and 15 years in front-end development. I specialize in accessible, user-focused designs and interfaces, while streamlining workflows and automating complex processes. I enjoy leading Agile teams, delivering responsive solutions across healthcare, retail, publishing, and e-commerce, and collaborating with stakeholders to turn ideas into high-quality products. I’m passionate about accessibility and inclusive design, applying WCAG/Section 508 guidance and ARIA patterns to everyday projects. I also build automation and tooling in Python and Selenium to improve quality and efficiency, and I love blending creative craft with practical engineering to create measurable impact.

Mike Coleman

I’m a seasoned graphic designer and developer with more than 25 years of experience in graphic design and 15 years in front-end development. I specialize in accessible, user-focused designs and interfaces, while streamlining workflows and automating complex processes. I enjoy leading Agile teams, delivering responsive solutions across healthcare, retail, publishing, and e-commerce, and collaborating with stakeholders to turn ideas into high-quality products. I’m passionate about accessibility and inclusive design, applying WCAG/Section 508 guidance and ARIA patterns to everyday projects. I also build automation and tooling in Python and Selenium to improve quality and efficiency, and I love blending creative craft with practical engineering to create measurable impact.

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I’m a seasoned graphic designer and developer with more than 25 years of experience in graphic design and 15 years in front-end development. I specialize in accessible, user-focused designs and interfaces, while streamlining workflows and automating complex processes. I enjoy leading Agile teams, delivering responsive solutions across healthcare, retail, publishing, and e-commerce, and collaborating with stakeholders to turn ideas into high-quality products.

I’m passionate about accessibility and inclusive design, applying WCAG/Section 508 guidance and ARIA patterns to everyday projects. I also build automation and tooling in Python and Selenium to improve quality and efficiency, and I love blending creative craft with practical engineering to create measurable impact.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder / Co-Founder at Googabeast.com
May 1, 1999 - Present
Established and operate a full-service design and marketing agency delivering digital and tangible solutions. Specialize in graphic design, website development, SEO strategies, print collateral, and creative content creation. Led investment in a class 3 CO₂ laser for custom engraving and cutting of promotional materials, enabling personalized signage and marketing products.
508 Developer at Rooms To Go
January 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Maintain W3C accessibility compliance standards across multiple web platforms. Implement accessibility best practices, including ARIA roles. Conduct audits and provide accessibility training to development and design teams. Created Selenium CLI automation for continuous accessibility monitoring of web properties. Develop components for SVG image assets to ensure proper accessibility standards.
Senior UI/UX Developer at Rooms To Go
January 1, 2025 - September 15, 2025
Lead front-end development using HTML, LESS, JavaScript, and jQuery. Designed and developed showroom interactive display for the iSofa product line. Developed the company’s mobile e-commerce experience (m.roomstogo.com) and enhanced iSofa mobile functionality with a highly optimized single-page application for low-bandwidth devices. Optimized SVG assets and automated workflows to improve team efficiency.
Senior UI/UX Developer at MTS Medical Technologies
March 1, 2013 - September 15, 2025
Developed an HTML5/CSS3 and jQuery framework for a medical packaging software portal. Customized DevExpress controls, created responsive layouts, and implemented custom jQuery scripts for modals, user panels, and navigation.
UI/UX Developer at Intellect Technical Solutions
December 31, 2013 - September 15, 2025
Developed and customized HTML5/CSS3 frameworks and control sets (Telerik, Kendo UI, DevExpress). Worked with server-side languages and various CMS platforms. Built responsive designs using Foundation, Bootstrap, and jQuery Mobile; conducted cross-platform testing.
Front-End Developer at Universal American
June 1, 2012 - September 15, 2025
Developed and implemented HTML/CSS framework structures and jQuery-based functionalities. Delivered the company’s first mobile-compatible project and trained new contractors. Evaluated requirements to ensure alignment with existing systems.
Senior Graphics Designer/Webmaster at Valdosta Metro Magazine
March 1, 2005 - September 15, 2025
Created high-quality advertisements and managed content production. Trained graphics staff on quality control and PDF batch processing. Initiated the magazine’s first online photo gallery for event coverage and photo sales.
Graphics Designer at DelaForce Photoworks
April 1, 2005 - September 15, 2025
Specialized in CMYK photo correction and custom album designs. Collaborated with clients and photographers to provide real-time Photoshop adjustments. Designed leather-bound albums ranging from 15 to 50 pages.

Education

Computer Information Systems at DeVry University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Certified SCRUM Master
January 11, 2030 - September 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Retail, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services