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With over 20 years of experience in the digital realm, I specialize in user-centered design, website development, UI/UX, and branding. I lead product design initiatives ensuring great user experiences while managing teams and projects effectively. I enjoy working remotely and have experience collaborating with diverse teams on a variety of web and mobile projects.
I also run my freelance design company where I apply my skills in website development for small to medium-sized businesses and explore creative avenues like event planning and book creation. I’m passionate about blending design and technology to deliver engaging solutions.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
VP, Design at Information Experts
May 1, 2022 - June 23, 2024Responsible for all aspects of product design and user experience. Oversaw projects from contract through completion, managing multiple projects and teams simultaneously. Worked to define and prioritize product features and ensured a great user experience while managing design resources, and delivering design activities on time and on budget.
Lead Designer at Information Experts
September 1, 2014 - May 1, 2022Defined design direction and aligned it with interactive experiences, executing compelling designs for a wide range of websites, web-based training, and other online solutions across desktop, mobile, and tablet devices.
Client Services + Marketing Specialist at Outside (TV8 Summit)
February 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022Handled website redesign, managed social media accounts, and ran email marketing campaigns. Expanded role to include sales and client management responsibilities.
Graphic/Web Designer (Freelance) at Justin Lake Whedon Design / Children's Telepathic Workshop LLC
January 1, 1993 - June 23, 2024Freelance company focused on website development for small to medium sized businesses. Additional skills include event planning, running an eCommerce shop, and book creation & self-publishing.
Senior Web Architect at Candidate Command
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2014Worked in a waterfall development environment designing and maintaining multiple client/candidate websites from wireframe to mockup, testing, and production.
Web Architect at Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013Worked in an Agile environment designing and maintaining multiple company websites and involved in iOS & Android app design and production. Also responsible for planning the technology booth at the GIS yearly conference.
GUI Designer (Contract) at ScrollMotion San Diego
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2012Designed user interfaces for the GE Global Leadership Meeting iPad Application, collaborating with an international team in an Agile development environment.
Education
Biology Coursework at Kansas State University
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2002Graphic Design Coursework at Johnson County Community College
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000Qualifications
Google UX Design Professional Certificate
February 1, 2023 - June 23, 2024Trailblazer by Salesforce - Ranger Rank
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023UX: Visual Design Process, UX: Interaction Design, UX: Research Process, Beginning Python, Rails Development, Front-end Web Development, iOS Development - Treehouse
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2021Mobile Web App Development, Programming with C# using Microsoft .NET Framework 4, Certified Ethical Hacker, Project Management Essentials, jQuery Mobile Framework - Centriq
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011Industry Experience
Professional Services, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Non-Profit Organization
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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