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With over 20 years of experience in the creative field of art and design, I have always been fascinated by the power of visual expression. As a self-taught web developer, I have found that my background in art has greatly influenced my approach to coding and problem-solving.

The Intersection of Art and Code: A Creative Journey in Web Development

Throughout my journey of learning to code, I have discovered that many of the skills I have developed as an artist have direct parallels in programming. Both art and code require a deep understanding of composition, balance, and visual aesthetics. Just as an artist arranges elements on a canvas to create a visually pleasing composition, a web developer organizes code to create a functional and intuitive user experience.

One of the most valuable skills I have gained from my artistic background is the ability to think abstractly. As an artist, I often had to visualize concepts and ideas in my mind before putting them onto paper or canvas. This ability to think in abstract terms has been incredibly useful in programming, where complex problems often require creative and unconventional solutions. Whether it’s designing a user interface or optimizing code performance, the ability to think outside the box has been instrumental in my success as a web developer.

My Skills

I believe in the fact that learning never stops and I am interested in learning new technologies and programming languages that will help me design and develop a better output in less time.
JavaScript
88%
PHP
74%
Photoshop
95%
Video
66%
Illustrator
75%

Experience

4/2021 - Current

BLACKPUSH INC.

WEB / CONTENT MANAGER

  • Actively leading in brainstorms, concept creation, and marketing solutions
  • Writing, editing, and critiquing headlines, body copy, social media content, presentations, concept statements, advertisements, scripts, and websites
  • Provides photography and video for social media platforms
  • Develop designs, concepts, and sample layouts in accordance with brand guidelines
  • Developed wireframes, site maps and content inventories for new website designs.
  • Edited and sourced images and videos using PhotoShop, Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects

  • Used content management system to analyze user engagement and website traffic metrics

  • Patched software and installed new versions to eliminate security problems and protect data.
  • Installed, configured and maintained computer systems and network connections.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware, software and network issues.

  • Installed and configured operating systems and applications

4/2012 - 4/2019

PRINTFLY CORP.

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

  • Designed logos and prepared illustrations for customers
  • Handled incoming customer phone calls to discuss order details and artwork
  • Close out customer orders that meet pre-approval requirements
  • Adjusted customer submitted design to meet production standards while maintaining integrity of customer’s vision
  • Work with in-house sales representative to improve sales and branding
  • Discuss design elements with customers to close sales
  • Met daily 30 designs quote requirements per day
  • Work on CRM database to assess orders for proper workflow
    Prepare artwork for printing department by retouching and color separation
  • Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
  • Mentored junior designers and provided design guidance to improve standards of overall team output.
  • Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
    Applied color theory and composition techniques to construct appealing designs.
  • Implemented feedback and suggestions from clients to improve designs.
    Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
  • Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
7/2011 - 4/2012

U.S. POSTAL SERVICE

PSE CLERK

  • Prepared incoming and outgoing mail for distribution
  • Used mail handling machines to sort mail, route mail
  • Processed and distribution of mail to correct area codes containers for shipment
  • Assisted with daily sales and stocking requirements
  • Checked manifests
  • Operated dock levelers
5/2006 - 2/2010

BRAND EVOLUTION

Art Manager

  • Developed conceptual ideas and designed graphics for apparel line catering to women and children, aiming to maintain brand’s image while captivating urban market consumers.
  • Ensured art department clear daily out put of 300 to 500 items per day.
    Conferred with sales and management executives
  • Worked with creative teams to develop concept designs for campaigns that resonated with target audiences.
  • Attended fashion shows and staged fashion shows Selected production techniques to be used for products
  • Provided sample garments to agents and sales representatives
  • Adapted other designers’ ideas for mass market Consulted with CEO to determine hiring selection criteria and recruiting.
  • Developed artistic visual products while working within defined technical constraints.
  • Fostered highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects.
  • Conducted research and identified market trends to inform creative direction.
  • Managed workloads of designers, illustrators and other team members to optimize productivity and timeliness of task completion.
1/ 2004 - 3/2006

MISKEEN ORIGINALS

ART MANAGER

  • Created concepts and design graphics for apparel line that upheld image of brand that appeals to urban market consumer
  • Served as single point of contact between creative departments and marketing director to meet customization needs of celebrities and musicians
  • Ensured quality in products, coordinated with marketing department on promotions for live exhibitions and major trade shows such as MAGIC show in Las Vegas, Cobb Galleria Show in Atlanta, GA and Bread & Butter Show in Barcelona
  • Developed artistic visual products while working within defined technical constraints
  • Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget
  • Fostered highly communicative, collaborative team culture on visual product projects
  • Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to source materials and equipment needed for production Managed workloads of designers, illustrators and other team members to optimize productivity and timeliness of task completion
  • Collaborated with marketing and advertising teams to maintain brand consistency across campaigns Conducted research and identified market trends to inform creative direction
  • Worked with creative teams to develop concept designs for campaigns that resonated with target audiences
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems