Resume

Contact Info.

Email: jonaadesign@gmail.com
Phone: 310 874 5501

Technical Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

  • Illustrator
  • Photoshop
  • Indesign
  • Lightroom
  • After Effects

Interface Design Tools

  • Figma
  • Sketch
  • Zeplin
  • Invision

3 Dimensional

  • Maya
  • Sketch Up
  • Thea

Web

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JS
  • LESS

Project Management

  • Jira
  • Confluence
  • Asana
  • Miro
  • Notion

Software Management

  • Github
  • Bitbucket

Education

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BFA GRAPHIC DESIGN 2008 - 2012

Summary:

Highly motivated and detail-oriented creative designer seeking to join an energetic and collaborative team, leveraging problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail to deliver impactful design solutions.

Experience:

SEPT 2008
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
FREELANCE, FRESNO CA
  • Lead and manage all aspects of the creative process, from conceptualization to execution, ensuring a high standard of quality and consistency across all deliverables.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement creative strategies that align with business goals and brand standards.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to creative professionals, fostering an environment of professional growth and development within the department.
  • Champion human-centered design and user experience practices, including user research, prototyping, and visual design, to ensure that projects meet user needs and exceed expectations.
AUGUST 2022
SENIOR PRODUCT DESIGNER
ANYWHERE REAL ESTATE, MADISON NJ (REMOTE)
  • Created interaction patterns, workflows, wireframes, screens, and UI components that improved products and increased user engagement and satisfaction.
  • Produced high-fidelity mockups and clear direction for development teams, ensuring accurate implementation of designs into front-end code.
  • Coordinated developing and delivering all assets for assigned UX tasks and projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality deliverables.
  • Possess a sound understanding of current web application development and browser practices, ensuring designs are optimized for performance and usability.
  • Validated UX design enhancements and solutions through usability testing, evaluating analytics and behavioral metrics, and studying user technologies, resulting in data-driven design decisions.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams, product stakeholders, and engineers to develop product requirements and deliver features that meet both business and user needs, resulting in successful product launches and improved business outcomes.
  • Designed UI components, development techniques, and best practices that met global accessibility standards using WCAG, resulting in more inclusive and user-friendly products.
  • Collaborated with UX researchers to conduct user research and testing, providing valuable insights that informed design decisions and improved the overall user experience.
  • Effectively mentored and coached fellow designers, delivering valuable guidance and support to enhance their skill sets and foster their professional growth.
  • Demonstrated a proactive approach to keeping abreast of the latest design trends and emerging technologies, effectively integrating them into design strategies to maintain relevance and enhance competitiveness.
JUNE 2020 TO JULY 2022
EXPERIENCE DESIGNER
BUTLER BRANDING, FRESNO CA
  • Led front-end development and UX design for content management and e-commerce sites, resulting in a streamlined user experience and increased conversions.
  • Developed strategies for websites from ideation to development, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
  • Implemented accessible design and development using WCAG Standards, resulting in a more inclusive and user-friendly experience for all users.
  • Managed the design, creation, and production of customer experience elements from product concept through completion, including product updates and revisions, resulting in high-quality deliverables that met or exceeded client expectations.
  • Created compelling designs for clients' brand identity and promotional materials, as well as marketing communications, resulting in increased brand recognition and engagement.
  • Provided creative direction and design sets for video, product photography, and UX design, resulting in cohesive and visually appealing product experiences.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to identify and prioritize user needs, resulting in designs that were tailored to user preferences and behavior.
  • Conducted user research and testing to validate design decisions and improve overall user experience, resulting in more user-centric designs.
  • Extensive experience collaborating with healthcare, non-profit organizations, inventory management, food and goods industries, education, home service providers, and real estate clients to develop impactful branding strategies, innovative UI/UX designs, and successful website redesign projects.
  • Stayed up-to-date with emerging design trends and technologies, incorporating them into design strategies to ensure relevance and competitiveness.
  • Mentored and trained junior designers, providing guidance and support to improve their skills and professional development.
DECEMBER 2018 TO JUNE 2020
SR. UI/UX DESIGNER
MERTECH DATA, THRIFTLY.IO, FRESNO CA
  • Participated in and contributed to Agile planning and ceremonies with partners, consulting as necessary on design direction with peers and partners, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Led UI/UX design for a German company, modernizing their old Windows application, resulting in an improved user experience and increased user adoption.
  • Designed responsive website layouts, infographics, promotional materials, logos, and digital graphics, resulting in visually appealing and effective designs.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams to design and develop global accessibility standards using WCAG, resulting in more inclusive and user-friendly products.
  • Developed and oversaw planning and execution of projects, production schedules, and quality assurance, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality deliverables.
  • Collaborated and consulted with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
NOV 2016 TO JUL 2018
LEAD DESIGN STRATEGIST | SPACE PLANNER
BITWISE INDUSTRIES, FRESNO CA
  • Developed and designed space plans, interiors, exteriors, branding, and collaterals for various projects, including commercial and educational spaces, resulting in successful completion from concept to execution.
  • Successfully designed and managed space planning for Bitwise Real Estate Companies, coordinating with architects, engineers, and project managers for project construction completion, resulting in timely and successful project outcomes.
  • Designed custom installations and collaborated with contractors to ensure standards and timelines were met, providing interior design consultation and 3D renderings to tenants, resulting in visually appealing and functional spaces.
  • Managed budgets to purchase furniture, lighting, appliances, exterior signage, and branding collaterals, consistently resolving complex design issues and ensuring complete execution, resulting in high-quality and successful projects.
AUG 2014 TO NOV 2016
UI/UX DEVELOPER & DESIGNER
EDIT LLC, FRESNO CA
  • Creative Director and Web Developer for multiple companies including Edit LLC, Montage for Ag, and Buildicus.
  • Led UI/UX design and front-end development for Buildicus.com, delivering a user-friendly product.
  • Designed a 3k SF office space to accommodate 30+ employees, ensuring a functional and inspiring workspace.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams including developers, project managers, and product owners to deliver high-quality, user-centered designs on time and within budget.
  • Managed and led a team of interns in QA, design, and development of internal products and client-side projects, fostering growth and development.
  • Familiarity with front-end development technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React and Angular.
MAY 2014 TO MAY 2015
UI/UX DESIGNER
SHIFT3 TECHNOLOGIES, FRESNO CA
  • Designed and delivered intuitive user interfaces for web and mobile applications, adhering to industry best practices and standards.
  • Conducted user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and improve user experience.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and stakeholders, to define project requirements and ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Utilized tools such as Adobe Creative Suite to create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.
MAY 2014 TO MAY 2015
INSTRUCTOR ASSISTANT
GEEKWISE ACADEMY, FRESNO CA
  • Collaborated with the instructor in a 6-week introductory course on website development for beginners.
  • Created a comprehensive project plan to guide students in building websites using HTML5 and CSS3.
  • Delivered lessons on user interface (UI), user experience (UX), and design principles to enhance students' understanding.
  • Assessed students' skill levels and tailored individualized growth plans to maximize their learning outcomes.
  • Orchestrated the execution of design and development phases, ensuring students' progress aligned with course objectives.
  • Dedicated personal time to provide mentorship in design aesthetics, fostering students' creativity and visual proficiency.
AUG 2014 TO AUG 2015
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
I LOVE TO CREATE, FRESNO CA
  • Designed and crafted visually appealing package design mockups, showcasing creativity and attention to detail.
  • Collaborated closely with the Creative Director and fellow Designers, effectively meeting project deadlines and maintaining a smooth workflow.
  • Ensured adherence to corporate brand guidelines by managing and upholding consistent graphic standards.
  • Demonstrated a consistent ability to take projects from initial concept to final completion, delivering high-quality package designs.
  • Generated mockups for art supplies prior to production, effectively visualizing and refining design concepts for optimal results.