John Smith
John Smith
Web designer
Web designer
New York, US
Available for work
About me
About me
Hello, I'm John Smith, a web designer with 15 years of expertise in crafting visually stunning and user-friendly digital experiences.
My journey in web design began with a curiosity for how websites work and a desire to create something meaningful on the digital canvas. Over the years, I've honed my skills in user interface design, front-end development, and user experience optimization.
Experience
Experience
San Francisco, CA
Digital Innovations Agency
Jan 2019 – Present
Senior Web Designer
Led the redesign of high-traffic websites, resulting in a 30% increase in user engagement.
Managed a team of junior designers, providing mentorship and overseeing project timelines.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative design solutions for diverse clients.
Implemented responsive design principles to ensure optimal performance across all devices.
San Francisco, CA
Digital Innovations Agency
Jan 2019 – Present
Senior Web Designer
Led the redesign of high-traffic websites, resulting in a 30% increase in user engagement.
Managed a team of junior designers, providing mentorship and overseeing project timelines.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative design solutions for diverse clients.
Implemented responsive design principles to ensure optimal performance across all devices.
Los Angeles, CA
Creative Solutions Studio
Jun 2013 – Dec 2018
Web Designer
Designed and developed over 50 custom websites for small to medium-sized businesses.
Conducted usability testing and user research to enhance site functionality and user satisfaction.
Created wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to communicate design concepts effectively.
Utilized HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to bring design visions to life.
Los Angeles, CA
Creative Solutions Studio
Jun 2013 – Dec 2018
Web Designer
Designed and developed over 50 custom websites for small to medium-sized businesses.
Conducted usability testing and user research to enhance site functionality and user satisfaction.
Created wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to communicate design concepts effectively.
Utilized HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to bring design visions to life.
Austin, TX
TechWave LLC
Apr 2008 – May 2013
Front-End Developer / Designer
Developed and maintained the front-end of e-commerce websites, improving site speed by 20%.
Worked closely with back-end developers to integrate APIs and enhance site capabilities.
Ensured websites met accessibility standards and were SEO optimized.
Created visual design assets and graphics for online marketing campaigns.
Austin, TX
TechWave LLC
Apr 2008 – May 2013
Front-End Developer / Designer
Developed and maintained the front-end of e-commerce websites, improving site speed by 20%.
Worked closely with back-end developers to integrate APIs and enhance site capabilities.
Ensured websites met accessibility standards and were SEO optimized.
Created visual design assets and graphics for online marketing campaigns.
Seattle, WA
Bright Ideas Web Solutions
Jan 2006 – Mar 2008
Junior Web Designer
Assisted in the design and development of client websites under the guidance of senior designers.
Maintained and updated existing websites, ensuring they met modern web standards.
Participated in client meetings to gather requirements and present design proposals.
Developed basic HTML and CSS coding skills to support design projects.
Seattle, WA
Bright Ideas Web Solutions
Jan 2006 – Mar 2008
Junior Web Designer
Assisted in the design and development of client websites under the guidance of senior designers.
Maintained and updated existing websites, ensuring they met modern web standards.
Participated in client meetings to gather requirements and present design proposals.
Developed basic HTML and CSS coding skills to support design projects.
Education
Education
Berkeley, CA
2010 – 2012
Master of Science in Web Design and Development
University of California
Focused on advanced web technologies, user experience design, and front-end development.
Berkeley, CA
2010 – 2012
Master of Science in Web Design and Development
University of California
Focused on advanced web technologies, user experience design, and front-end development.
Seattle, WA
2002 – 2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
University of Washington
Emphasized visual communication, design principles, and digital media.
Seattle, WA
2002 – 2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
University of Washington
Emphasized visual communication, design principles, and digital media.
Certifications
Certifications
Certified Web Developer (CWD)
International Web Association, 2021
Certified Web Developer (CWD)
International Web Association, 2021
User Experience (UX) Design Certification
Nielsen Norman Group, 2018
User Experience (UX) Design Certification
Nielsen Norman Group, 2018
Advanced HTML5 and CSS3 Specialist
W3Schools, 2016
Advanced HTML5 and CSS3 Specialist
W3Schools, 2016
Google Analytics Individual Qualification (GAIQ)
Google, 2015
Google Analytics Individual Qualification (GAIQ)
Google, 2015
Stack
Stack
Awards
Awards
Recommendations
Recommendations
Jane Smith
Chief Marketing Officer at Digital Innovations Agency
"Sam's design expertise and innovative approach have been pivotal to our agency's success. His ability to blend creativity with functionality is unmatched, and he consistently delivers projects that exceed client expectations."
Jane Smith
Chief Marketing Officer at Digital Innovations Agency
"Sam's design expertise and innovative approach have been pivotal to our agency's success. His ability to blend creativity with functionality is unmatched, and he consistently delivers projects that exceed client expectations."
Michael Brown
Founder of Creative Solutions Studio
"Sam is an exceptional web designer with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of user experience. His designs are not only visually stunning but also highly functional, making him an invaluable asset to any team."
Michael Brown
Founder of Creative Solutions Studio
"Sam is an exceptional web designer with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of user experience. His designs are not only visually stunning but also highly functional, making him an invaluable asset to any team."
Lisa Turner
Senior Developer at TechWave LLC
"Working with Sam was a pleasure. His collaborative spirit and technical skills made our projects run smoothly and efficiently. Sam's designs always struck the perfect balance between aesthetics and usability."
Lisa Turner
Senior Developer at TechWave LLC
"Working with Sam was a pleasure. His collaborative spirit and technical skills made our projects run smoothly and efficiently. Sam's designs always struck the perfect balance between aesthetics and usability."
