Summary
I’m a web developer and graphic designer with a focus on creating design systems and building front end pattern libraries. I love creating harmonious, functional systems that empower large organizations to tell their story.
Experience
Web Developer
- NewCity
- March 2011 - March 2020
- Built front end pattern libraries for higher-ed institutions and other large organizations
- Coordinated with design and UX teams to develop atomic design systems
- Developed full stack web sites for NewCity clients
- Presented educational talks related to pattern libraries, atomic design, and systematizing at higher-ed web industry conferences
- Presented at pitches for potential new business
- Contributed to internal development projects and tools
Designer
- NewCity
- January 2017 - March 2020
- Created design systems, element collages, and page layouts for higher-ed institutions and
other large organizations - Worked with developers and UX team members to create atomic design systems
- Presented design work to clients, explained design decisions, and incorporated feedback
Designer & Developer
- Freelance
- March 2003 - Present
- Designed, programmed, and updated websites for a variety of clients
- Created print and video materials for a variety of clients
- Coordinated events and meetings
Web Developer
- Ferrum College
- January 2008 - April 2009
- Responsible for all creative direction, development, and maintenance of the college’s website including a major redesign
- Directed, designed, and implemented sites for department and child entities under the college
- Developed promotional videos and interactive Flash content
Education
Radford University
- Radford, VA
- Graduated May 2007
Bachelor of Science, Media Studies. Concentration: Web Design
Skills and Areas of Expertise
- HTML, CSS/SCSS, JavaScript
- Fractal, Pattern Lab, atomic design
- php, Twig, WordPress
- Sketch, Abstract, Adobe Creative Suite
- Git, Docker, issue tracking/management
- Presentations, educational speaking
- Web accessibility
- Marketing, writing, and editing