Hi, I’m Michael J. Fehdrau, a frontend developer and visual designer who enjoys turning ideas into polished, user-friendly web experiences. I combine React, Node.js, and a strong design sensibility to create interfaces that look great and perform well. I also contribute to backend architecture and database design, backed by a solid GitHub portfolio, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative approach that puts the user first. I’m continually expanding my skills across the stack and love working with clients to solve real problems. My focus is on clean code, accessible design, and delivering professional, scalable solutions that align with business goals.

Michael J. Fehdrau

Hi, I’m Michael J. Fehdrau, a frontend developer and visual designer who enjoys turning ideas into polished, user-friendly web experiences. I combine React, Node.js, and a strong design sensibility to create interfaces that look great and perform well. I also contribute to backend architecture and database design, backed by a solid GitHub portfolio, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative approach that puts the user first. I’m continually expanding my skills across the stack and love working with clients to solve real problems. My focus is on clean code, accessible design, and delivering professional, scalable solutions that align with business goals.

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Hi, I’m Michael J. Fehdrau, a frontend developer and visual designer who enjoys turning ideas into polished, user-friendly web experiences. I combine React, Node.js, and a strong design sensibility to create interfaces that look great and perform well. I also contribute to backend architecture and database design, backed by a solid GitHub portfolio, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative approach that puts the user first.

I’m continually expanding my skills across the stack and love working with clients to solve real problems. My focus is on clean code, accessible design, and delivering professional, scalable solutions that align with business goals.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Volunteer Presentation Layout Designer at F.I.T. Student Entrepreneurship Class Project
November 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Designed the presentation layout using Microsoft PowerPoint and created illustrations using Adobe Illustrator for the students' final project.
Volunteer Designer at Florida Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf
April 1, 2011 - October 31, 2013
Designed the entire website using HTML5/CSS3, performed web maintenance, updated webpages via FTP as needed, and managed the website www.floridarad.org.
Web Designer at 4MediaOnline
January 1, 2010 - June 30, 2010
Designed webpages, coded and edited web documents, managed HTML/PHP files via FTP to fix errors, updated web content in CARMA and NATS applications, and updated websites to maintain smooth and professional operations.
Graphic Designer at 4 Thoughts, Inc.
May 1, 2005 - May 31, 2009
Developed and refined illustrations and layout designs for the production of game packages including 'The Name Game' and 'Think Twice'.
Volunteer Presentation Layout Designer at Fashion Institute of Technology (F.I.T.)
November 1, 2016 - December 1, 2016
Volunteer work: Designed the presentation layout using Microsoft PowerPoint and illustrated elements in Adobe Illustrator for the final student project.
Volunteer Web Designer at Florida Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf
April 1, 2011 - October 1, 2013
Designed the whole website; coded HTML5/CSS3, updated pages via FTP, performed website maintenance; www.floridarad.org
Graphic Designer at Thoughts, Inc.
May 20, 2005 - May 20, 2009
Developed, refined, created illustrations and layout for production of game packages: The Name Game and Think Twice.
Online Web Designer at 4MEDIA
May 20, 2005 - May 20, 2009
Designed web pages; coded; edited web documents; uploaded/downloaded HTML/PHP via FTP to correct issues and update websites.
Freelance Print/Web Designer at Cummins & LLC; Associates, P.C.
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Freelance print and web design work.
Freelance Print Designer at Madam Walker Theatre Center
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Freelance print design work.
Produce Assistant at Marsh Grocery
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Produce assistant duties.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Herron School of Art and Design | Indianapolis University Purdue University
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
Certificate in UX Design at Springboard Online
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Herron School of Art and Design at Indiana University, Indianapolis
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication at Purdue University
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate in Full Stack of Front-End/Back-End Web/Mobile Development
April 4, 2022 - June 28, 2023
Certificate in UX Design
November 30, 0002 - June 28, 2025
Certificate in Web Development
November 30, 0002 - June 28, 2025
Certificate in UX Design
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Herron School of Art and Design (Indiana University)
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail