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Creative and technically skilled Graphic Designer and Front-End Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering visually striking, user-centered websites, brand systems, print designs, and digital experiences. Equal parts visual designer and front-end developer, I specialize in creating seamless, responsive WordPress and custom web builds with a focus on usability, performance, and storytelling. Adept at working across the full project lifecycle — from research and wireframing to design, development, and deployment — I collaborate with agencies, internal teams, and stakeholders to align business goals with impactful digital solutions. I bring branding, graphic design, and UX/UI strategy to every engagement and thrive in fast-paced environments, delivering polished, conversion-driven experiences through clean code and thoughtful collaboration.…Creative and technically skilled Graphic Designer and Front-End Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering visually striking, user-centered websites, brand systems, print designs, and digital experiences. Equal parts visual designer and front-end developer, I specialize in creating seamless, responsive WordPress and custom web builds with a focus on usability, performance, and storytelling. Adept at working across the full project lifecycle — from research and wireframing to design, development, and deployment — I collaborate with agencies, internal teams, and stakeholders to align business goals with impactful digital solutions. I bring branding, graphic design, and UX/UI strategy to every engagement and thrive in fast-paced environments, delivering polished, conversion-driven experiences through clean code and thoughtful collaboration.

Sarah Beckum

Graphic Designer, Front-End Developer, Web Designer, +2

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Creative and technically skilled Graphic Designer and Front-End Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering visually striking, user-centered websites, brand systems, print designs, and digital experiences. Equal parts visual designer and front-end developer, I specialize in creating seamless, responsive WordPress and custom web builds with a focus on usability, performance, and storytelling. Adept at working across the full project lifecycle — from research and wireframing to design, development, and deployment — I collaborate with agencies, internal teams, and stakeholders to align business goals with impactful digital solutions. I bring branding, graphic design, and UX/UI strategy to every engagement and thrive in fast-paced environments, delivering polished, conversion-driven experiences through clean code and thoughtful collaboration.…Creative and technically skilled Graphic Designer and Front-End Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering visually striking, user-centered websites, brand systems, print designs, and digital experiences. Equal parts visual designer and front-end developer, I specialize in creating seamless, responsive WordPress and custom web builds with a focus on usability, performance, and storytelling. Adept at working across the full project lifecycle — from research and wireframing to design, development, and deployment — I collaborate with agencies, internal teams, and stakeholders to align business goals with impactful digital solutions. I bring branding, graphic design, and UX/UI strategy to every engagement and thrive in fast-paced environments, delivering polished, conversion-driven experiences through clean code and thoughtful collaboration.

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Creative and technically skilled Graphic Designer and Front-End Developer with 15+ years of experience delivering visually striking, user-centered websites, brand systems, print designs, and digital experiences. Equal parts visual designer and front-end developer, I specialize in creating seamless, responsive WordPress and custom web builds with a focus on usability, performance, and storytelling.

Adept at working across the full project lifecycle — from research and wireframing to design, development, and deployment — I collaborate with agencies, internal teams, and stakeholders to align business goals with impactful digital solutions. I bring branding, graphic design, and UX/UI strategy to every engagement and thrive in fast-paced environments, delivering polished, conversion-driven experiences through clean code and thoughtful collaboration.

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Work Experience

Fractional Design and Development Consultant at Self-Employed

July 1, 2024 - Present

Provide fractional design and development support to creative agencies, marketing teams, and private brands. Design and develop responsive websites in WordPress and additional platforms, focusing on clean UI/UX, accessibility, and performance. Support branding, UI audits, email design, and technical troubleshooting across clients. Manage full project lifecycles from scoping to handoff. Blend design sensibility with development expertise to deliver polished, conversion-driven digital experiences. Recent work includes website redesigns, custom WordPress builds, marketing automations, UI/UX strategy, logo design, and various graphic design projects.

Senior Developer and Designer at Krave Branding

January 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025

Oversaw web design, development, hosting, and domain management. Led custom WordPress website design and development with modern UX/UI principles. Designed branding materials across digital and print. Managed project timelines, scope, and deliverables using Teamwork project management software. Tracked scope changes and ensured billable work was documented.

Senior UI/UX Designer at High Tide Technologies

November 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024

Redesigned an entire cloud-based SCADA application. Created user flows, wireframes, and interactive prototypes in Figma. Collaborated with developers to ensure seamless UI/UX Design integration. Conducted QA testing and validation before deployment.

UI/UX Designer and Developer at State of Tennessee

November 1, 2021 - October 1, 2022

Updated the Financial Aid System UI/UX, improving scholarship and grant management. Led front-end development and modernization of designs. Overhauled the Academic Program Inventory into a user-friendly, searchable database.

Marketing and Creative Director at ADVYON

December 1, 2018 - November 1, 2021

Directed branding, design, and marketing for clients. Created logos, websites, and print/digital materials. Led a creative team, ensuring project execution and quality.

Freelance Graphic Designer and Web Developer at Self-Employed

July 1, 2017 - November 1, 2018

Designed and developed custom WordPress sites, branding, and marketing materials. Managed full project cycles from concept to delivery.

Co-Owner and Chief Creative Officer at Stingray Branding

October 1, 2014 - June 1, 2017

Co-founded and led a branding agency, developing logos, branding, and websites. Built custom WordPress themes and maintained brand strategies. Managed a creative team, ensuring quality and consistency.

Senior Graphic Designer and Web Master at Charleston JCC

April 1, 2014 - August 1, 2015

Designed marketing materials for events and programs. Managed the community center's website, ensuring accessibility and engagement.

Marketing and Business Development at Rick Hendrick

November 1, 2012 - April 1, 2014

Roles: Area Marketing Director, Business Development Representative. Led marketing for the service department, designing ads, coupons, and promotions.

Webmaster and Interactive Developer at 724 Factory

September 1, 2011 - February 1, 2012

Designed graphics, layouts, and custom WordPress themes.

Design Intern to Contract Graphic Designer at The Ogden Group

April 1, 2010 - February 1, 2011

Designed logos, websites, and digital assets for Drupal-based web development.