I'm a senior web designer and developer based in Santa Cruz, CA with extensive experience shaping intuitive, high-performing websites and e-commerce platforms. I partner with clients to translate business goals into engaging, accessible digital experiences that drive measurable results. I collaborate closely with clients and remote teams to align design with brand voice, optimize for SEO and accessibility, and deliver scalable solutions across devices. I bring a collaborative, user-centered approach and a passion for clean design, robust front-end code, and data-informed improvements.…

Aaron Sonnenshine

I'm a senior web designer and developer based in Santa Cruz, CA with extensive experience shaping intuitive, high-performing websites and e-commerce platforms. I partner with clients to translate business goals into engaging, accessible digital experiences that drive measurable results. I collaborate closely with clients and remote teams to align design with brand voice, optimize for SEO and accessibility, and deliver scalable solutions across devices. I bring a collaborative, user-centered approach and a passion for clean design, robust front-end code, and data-informed improvements.…

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I’m a senior web designer and developer based in Santa Cruz, CA with extensive experience shaping intuitive, high-performing websites and e-commerce platforms. I partner with clients to translate business goals into engaging, accessible digital experiences that drive measurable results.

I collaborate closely with clients and remote teams to align design with brand voice, optimize for SEO and accessibility, and deliver scalable solutions across devices. I bring a collaborative, user-centered approach and a passion for clean design, robust front-end code, and data-informed improvements.

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Skills

Experience Level

CSS
Expert
HTML5
Expert
Web Design
Expert
JavaScript
Expert
SEO
Expert
WordPress
Expert
Adobe Illustrator
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
Figma
Expert
Shopify
Expert
Bootstrap
Expert
WooCommerce
Expert
AngularJS
Expert
Google Ads
Expert
jQuery
Expert
Sketch
Expert
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Web Designer/Developer at Self-employed / Aaron Sonnenshine
January 1, 2019 - Present
Partnered with clients to design and develop web solutions aligned with business goals and brand voice. Created custom websites and Shopify stores with brand identity and functionality; implemented SEO strategies and UX best practices to improve engagement and conversions.
Senior Web Developer at Plantronics
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2019
Led UI/UX design initiatives for Plantronics’ global e-commerce platform; launched mobile-first redesign to enhance cross-device usability and reduce development costs. Built reusable AEM components to support 60+ localized sites, implemented localization, and streamlined content delivery.
Web Developer at Plantronics
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Developed digital properties including e-commerce sites, campaign landing pages, banners, and ads to support marketing initiatives; managed multiple WordPress sites, migrations, security, backups, and ongoing maintenance; ensured accessibility compliance.

Education

B.S. at California State University, Monterey Bay, Seaside, CA
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025
A.A. at Cabrillo College, Aptos, CA
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025

Qualifications

Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Google

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Healthcare, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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