Hi, I'm Michael

As a seasoned UI/UX Designer & Front-End Developer based in Chicago, I bring over six years of experience to the table, creating top-notch web designs, applications, and user-friendly interfaces with marketing at the forefront. My love for pushing boundaries and collaborating with others on new projects is matched only by my commitment to delivering outstanding work. I take a holistic approach to design, expertly weaving traditional techniques with the latest advancements to bring exceptional results to life.

My Experience

NKP Medical
Front-End Web Designer/Developer

Los Angeles, CA (Remote)
Oct 2021 – Feb 2023

• Online development, UI/UX design, branding, eStore, ads, geo-fencing, & SEO
• Funneling, form leads, A/B testing, strategic web design & CTA placement
• Design and implement operational standards & most effective practices for B2B websites
• Utilize WordPress, Divi, CSS, JS, CRM, & 3rd party plugins
• Work directly with clients & managers to cater to specific needs & requests in a timely fashion

VisionFriendly
Front-End Web Designer/Developer
Naperville, IL
Oct 2021 – Feb 2023

Full service in-house design & marketing agency.
• Construct wireframes & workflows
• Design & Develop front-end builds
• Modify & Design custom WordPress plugins
• Design & Develop custom WordPress themes
• Extensive knowledge with site builders & raw code

Freelance
Front-End Web Designer/Developer

May 2018 – Jan 2022

Utilize WordPress & source code editors to design and develop highly usable websites for individual & company needs.

Education

freeCodeCamp
September 2021

  • Responsive Web Design
    Certificate
  • UI/UX Certificate

 

The Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg
2015 – 2018

  • BFA in Web Design & Interactive Media

 

McHenry County College
2012 – 2014

  • AAS Digital Media

Recognition

The Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg
2015 – 2018
President’s List, Dean’s List, & Honor Roll: 3.8 GPA

Web Technologies

HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript
Bootstrap
WordPress
Divi
Elementor
Responsive Design
WooCommerce
nopCommerce
ADA Compliance

Software

Photoshop
Illustrator
Lightroom
Dreamweaver
Visual Studio Code
Sublime Text
FileZilla
TortoiseSVN
Axure RP
Semrush
Google Lighthouse
Moqups
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint

Lloyd Agencies
Web Design & UI/UX Intern

May 2018 – Jan 2022

Lead designer, creative production management, & development for Lloyd Agencies customer & employee website.