Art Director and Web Developer with two decades of experience leading end-to-end digital projects across strategy, design, development, AI-enabled workflows, and performance optimization. I thrive on creating user-centric websites, brand systems, and digital experiences that balance visual clarity, scalability, and measurable business impact. I’m known for clean, modular builds, refined visual direction, and a modern approach to interaction design, with a thoughtful integration of AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows and improve content systems. My work translates complex ideas into polished, visually engaging solutions and fosters long-term client relationships. I focus on building adaptable brand and design systems, improving content workflows, and delivering intuitive digital experiences across web, portals, and marketing assets. I continuously pursue high standards across every project phase and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive measurable results.

Brad Yau

Art Director and Web Developer with two decades of experience leading end-to-end digital projects across strategy, design, development, AI-enabled workflows, and performance optimization. I thrive on creating user-centric websites, brand systems, and digital experiences that balance visual clarity, scalability, and measurable business impact. I’m known for clean, modular builds, refined visual direction, and a modern approach to interaction design, with a thoughtful integration of AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows and improve content systems. My work translates complex ideas into polished, visually engaging solutions and fosters long-term client relationships. I focus on building adaptable brand and design systems, improving content workflows, and delivering intuitive digital experiences across web, portals, and marketing assets. I continuously pursue high standards across every project phase and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive measurable results.

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Art Director and Web Developer with two decades of experience leading end-to-end digital projects across strategy, design, development, AI-enabled workflows, and performance optimization. I thrive on creating user-centric websites, brand systems, and digital experiences that balance visual clarity, scalability, and measurable business impact. I’m known for clean, modular builds, refined visual direction, and a modern approach to interaction design, with a thoughtful integration of AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows and improve content systems.

My work translates complex ideas into polished, visually engaging solutions and fosters long-term client relationships. I focus on building adaptable brand and design systems, improving content workflows, and delivering intuitive digital experiences across web, portals, and marketing assets. I continuously pursue high standards across every project phase and enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive measurable results.

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Work Experience

Senior Web Developer at Bluebeam Inc
January 1, 2013 - Present
Collaborate with product, marketing, creative, and regional teams to build scalable global web experiences, campaign pages, portals, support content, and localized sites. Develop modular WordPress, Elementor, ACF, and front-end systems that improve CMS workflows, launch speed, usability, and long-term maintainability. Lead production for landing pages, event microsites, case studies, Marketo forms, newsletters, and conversion-focused assets. Support performance, accessibility, SEO, analytics, testing, and AI-assisted workflow improvements across digital properties.
Principal at Atomic Studio
January 1, 2012 - Present
Lead strategy, art direction, design, development, launch, hosting, and ongoing maintenance for small businesses, startups, and established clients. Build responsive WordPress, Shopify, Webflow, and custom website solutions with thoughtful UI/UX, dynamic content structures, and SEO-conscious foundations. Translate complex client needs into polished digital experiences, including brand refreshes, landing pages, service websites, portals, and content systems. Provide long-term client support through managed hosting, security updates, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and business consultation.
Creative Director at Etelligence Technologies
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2013
Led client discovery, creative direction, identity systems, brand guides, website architecture, and design patterns. Designed websites, marketing collateral, presentations, event materials, and campaign assets while managing multiple projects through launch.
Lead Graphic Designer at Valtra, Inc.
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010
Oversaw art direction for industrial welding brands across print, digital, catalogs, packaging, and trade show materials. Hand-coded and maintained the company website, redesigned annual catalogs, and partnered with the China-based marketing team on brand consistency.

Education

BFA at Otis College of Art & Design
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Coursework at Art Center College of Design
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
BA at University of California, Riverside
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2006

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services