Sammy Jean

About

UI/UX Designer | Web Developer

Dynamic UX/UI designer & web developer with a rich background in higher education and corporate environments, adept at shaping outstanding digital experiences for diverse audiences. Skilled in UX/UI and CX design, I am committed to delivering solutions that meet consumer expectations and organizational goals. I excel in creative problem-solving and thrive in collaborative settings, ensuring seamless alignment between design initiatives and business objectives.

Key Competencies

Web Design (HTML, CSS, JS)
Wireframe Creation (Figma, Adobe XD)
Design Thinking
User Research
UI and UX Design and Testing
Cross-Team Collaboration

Project Management
ADA & WCAG AA Compliance
API Integrations
Accessibility Design
Problem Solving & Leadership
Marketing Cloud / Email Marketing

Resume

Summary

I am a dynamic UX/UI designer with a rich background in both higher education and corporate environments, adept at shaping outstanding digital experiences for diverse audiences. Skilled in UX/UI and CX design, I am committed to delivering solutions that meet both consumer expectations and organizational goals.

Based in Charlotte, NC
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Education

Master of Arts in Online Communication & Web Design

2020 - 2023

University of Florida

A multi-faceted master's program in Web Design, focusing on UI/UX, design and user research. With a three-pronged approach covering design skills, communication theory, and code.

Bachelor of Science Communication and Media

2013 - 2018

Florida State College at Jacksonville

Designed to provide a strategic combination of communication technologies to develop skills in writing, new media, marketing, e-commerce and digital media.

Google UX Design Certificate

2024

Coursera

UX Certificate program, developed by Google, focuses on the foundations of UX design and research, wireframes, prototypes, and testing.

Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner

2023

IBM

Enterprise Design Thinking is IBM's approach to applying design thinking at the speed & scale a modern enterprise demands.

Professional Experience

Senior Application Administrator

2024 - Present

Jacksonville University

Employing human-centered design principles to improve the design and functionality of websites.
Incorporating ADA compliance and accessibility tools and standards to ensure an inclusive user experience.
Monitoring project milestones and progress, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate project success and make data-driven decisions.
Utilizing skills in HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript to design modern and user-focused websites.
Participating in the entire design and development lifecycle for projects and web-based apps.
Developing and managing e-commerce platforms, including Shopify, to optimize online sales.
Implementing API integrations to enhance website functionality and improve system management.
Creating visually engaging designs using Framer to provide an optimal user experience.

Adjunct Professor

2023 - Present

Southern New Hampshire University

Instructing UI/UX principles, web design, and interactive media courses.
Facilitating student understanding through practical projects and real-world examples.
Staying updated on industry trends to integrate the latest tools and technologies into the curriculum.
Teaching web development skills to design modern and user-focused websites.
Creating and designing effective learning materials for students.

User Interface Designer

2022 - 2024

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Employing human-centered design principles to improve the design and functionality of websites.
Incorporating ADA compliance and accessibility tools and standards to ensure an inclusive user experience.
Monitoring project milestones and progress, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate project success and make data-driven decisions.
Utilizing skills in HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript to design modern and user focused websites.
Participating in the entire design and development lifecycle for projects and web-based apps.

Front-End & UI/UX Developer

2021 - 2022

Elevation Church

Crafted visually appealing website experiences through effective design and implementation.
Collaborate with developers to translate design concepts into functional code, ensuring seamless integration of visual design and front-end development.
Enhanced user experiences by developing innovative features.
Stay updated with the latest ADA guidelines and accessibility standards, ensuring the incorporation of appropriate tools and techniques for an inclusive user experience.
Leveraged skills in HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and Tailwind CSS to create engaging web interfaces.

Front-End & UI/UX Developer

2019 - 2021

The Church of Eleven22

Employed human-centered design principles to improve the design and functionality of websites.
Applied human-centered design concepts to enhance website design and functionality.
Conducted user research and gathered feedback to inform iterative design improvements
Incorporated ADA compliance and accessibility tools and standards to ensure an inclusive user experience.
Leveraged HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Bootstrap expertise to create impactful user interfaces.

Digital Assets Manager

2019 - 2020

Wounded Warrior Project

Instructing UI/UX principles, web design, and interactive media courses.
Facilitating student understanding through practical projects and real-world examples.
Staying updated on industry trends to integrate the latest tools and technologies into the curriculum.
Teaching web development skills to design modern and user-focused websites.
Creating and designing effective learning materials for students.