I am a highly creative Graphic & Web Designer with 20+ years delivering impactful multimedia designs across web, print, branding, and interactive experiences. My work spans branding, UI/UX, and accessibility, with a strong focus on delivering intuitive, inclusive solutions. I specialize in front-end UI, static site prototyping, wireframing, and accessibility (Section 508). I thrive in collaborative environments, translating complex requirements into user-centered designs while upholding brand and accessibility standards.

Willie Armstrong

I am a highly creative Graphic & Web Designer with 20+ years delivering impactful multimedia designs across web, print, branding, and interactive experiences. My work spans branding, UI/UX, and accessibility, with a strong focus on delivering intuitive, inclusive solutions. I specialize in front-end UI, static site prototyping, wireframing, and accessibility (Section 508). I thrive in collaborative environments, translating complex requirements into user-centered designs while upholding brand and accessibility standards.

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I am a highly creative Graphic & Web Designer with 20+ years delivering impactful multimedia designs across web, print, branding, and interactive experiences. My work spans branding, UI/UX, and accessibility, with a strong focus on delivering intuitive, inclusive solutions.

I specialize in front-end UI, static site prototyping, wireframing, and accessibility (Section 508). I thrive in collaborative environments, translating complex requirements into user-centered designs while upholding brand and accessibility standards.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Website Designer at NuAxis Innovations (U.S. Department of Health & Human Services)
December 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
Built pages using static site generators; translated requirements into performant, secure front-end/UI solutions. Led code reviews of vendor deliverables to ensure standards, efficiency, and maintainability. Produced functional static prototypes, wireframes, and graphic mockups; partnered with engineering to plan sprint functionality. Created staging sites and update workflows for stakeholder review and feedback. Optimized applications for speed and reliability; implemented security and data protection best practices.
Website and Graphic Designer at AMVETS
March 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Designed and developed web prototypes, graphic mockups, and staging pages for iterative reviews. Produced report books, journals, banquet brochures, postcards, trifolds, and business cards for print and e-book publication. Tuned web pages for performance and visual consistency across devices.
Graphic Designer at City of Alexandria Recycle
March 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Produced creative materials—graphics, videos, photos, illustrations, charts, and page layouts—for the city website and social channels. Managed website content and CMS; integrated city and third‑party web platforms. Ensured quality, accuracy, readability, and adherence to AP/City style and recycling standards through regular content audits.
Curator Designer at USAACurator
May 1, 2018 - May 1, 2021
Presented design strategies and executions to stakeholders; aligned deliverables with business objectives. Ensured compliance with brand, legal, and accessibility standards; created prototypes for usability testing. Improved and documented design processes, standards, and guidelines. Mentored peers; addressed design and technical challenges with clear rationale and solutions. Promoted consistency of member experience across programs, products, and channels.
UI/UX Graphic Designer at Goldschmitt and Associates LLC
January 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Authored technical design specifications for web/app interfaces, validated feasibility and timelines with creative teams. Collaborated with product and engineering on direction, visuals, and UX from concept to engineering handoff. Simplified complex user flows; established and promoted design guidelines and best practices.
Web Content Developer at The Midtown Group
December 1, 2015 - December 1, 2016
Built responsive HTML5/CSS3/Bootstrap content; ensured Section 508 compliance and visual consistency. Managed and updated web content across departments; maintained master text calendar. Edited/proofed HTML/CSS and web content; tracked and reported site metrics.
Web Content Specialist at American Immigration Lawyers Association
August 1, 2013 - November 1, 2013
Designed, developed, and managed HTML5/CSS site content; ensured Section 508 compliance. Supported cross-department web projects; maintained consistent look/feel and editorial standards. Edited and proofed web code, graphics, and text; tracked metrics within the CMS.
Web Graphic Designer at Community Support Association
December 1, 2010 - June 1, 2012
Created PowerPoint presentations; maintained internal/external websites with timely updates. Collaborated with managers and event coordinators to design flyers and promotions for community events (Frankfurt, Germany). Ensured 508 compliance and managed content using HTML/CSS.
Web Graphic Designer at Naval Research Laboratory Federal Credit Union
February 1, 2006 - June 1, 2007
Managed internal/external websites, ATM promotional screens, and video posters (Section 508-compliant HTML/CSS). Coordinated rate/product updates; produced e-updates, e-statements, and mass communications. Resolved web support tickets and provided in-house graphic design for marketing initiatives.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Visual Communication & Fine Arts at American InterContinental University
January 11, 2030 - February 1, 2015
Certificates: Graphic Design, Web Design, Web Development at Johns Hopkins University Computer Career Center
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2003
Concentration: Visual Fine Arts & Photography at Duke Ellington School of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 1996

Qualifications

Section 508 Accessibility Compliance (Government)
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025
Public Trust Clearance
January 11, 2030 - December 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Government, Healthcare, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment