Adobe Illustrator
Aaron Bogard
UI/UX Designer
Maumelle,AR
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate with strong communication skills and the ability to adjust workflow for various environments. Experienced at planning and creating graphics for websites and mobile applications using Adobe Creative Suite, HTML and CSS; while understanding user psychology throughout design process. Highly collaborative professional who enjoys working with other professionals to create innovative designs and troubleshoot a variety of design challenges.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Web Project Manager
RiverCity Print & Imaging
North Little Rock , AR
2023.12 - Current
- Developed eCommerce platforms from conception to completion, with familiarity in MarketDirect StoreFront and cloud-based print management systems such as Pace.
- Oversaw the successful launch of multiple high-traffic websites, ensuring seamless transition from development to live environments.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality web projects for clients across various industries.
- Increased revenue in upwards of $500,000.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to identify potential issues early in the development process, reducing costly rework later on.
- Served as the primary point of contact between clients, stakeholders, designers, developers, testers, content writers to ensure smooth collaboration throughout the project life cycle.
- Corrected performance issues and malfunctions.
Graphic Designer
RiverCity Print & Imaging
Little Rock , AR
2023.07 - 2023.12
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent branding and messaging across all company projects.
- Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of design trends, ensuring modern and appealing creations.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
- Optimized website graphics for eCommerce platforms to incorporate faster loading times, improving user experience.
Web Manager/Senior Designer
TAKEOVERSports
Little Rock , AR
2019.01 - Current
- Provided front-end web development via WordPress using HTML and CSS.
- Optimized site performance and restructured online store, increasing site traffic by 12%.
- Designed and produced all development and marketing assets, ranging from mobile app UI to social media advertisements.
- Used wireframes, mock-ups and prototypes to establish user interface design and architecture.
- Participated in meetings with other designers to map out personas and storyboards for optimal functionality and appearance.
- Contributed to discussions and designs that helped amass over 700+ downloads and over 11,000+ impressions while mobile app was in beta.
- Monitored emerging UX design trends and practices for useful techniques and cutting-edge developments suitable for integration into future projects.
- Collaborated with mobile developers on design and functionality to achieve desired goals and meet critical deadlines.
- Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
Lead Videographer/Senior Editor
TAKEOVERSports
Little Rock , AR
2017.03 - Current
- Produced original video highlights for athletes on both local and national scales.
- Edited raw footage in post-production to produce professional videos.
- Managed over 50% of client inquiries and transactions.
- Taught essential video editing principles to new-hires.
- Collaborated with other production team members for successful completion of projects.
- Composed shots according to director specifications and instructions.
- Edited videos and rearranged shots to match creative or production requirements.
- Captured footage for variety of projects successfully, from promotional videos to mini documentaries.
- Proactively completed online courses and acquired new editing skills to help improve profit margins from our standard offering by 100%.
Sales Associate
Old Navy
Little Rock , AR
2015.01 - 2020.05
- Enhanced customer experience by answering questions, driving sales, and maintaining store's look and feel.
- Interacted with 100-200 customers per day.
- Accurately processed sales, returns and online orders.
- Contributed to merchandising ideas at team sales meetings.
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback and recommend operational changes to meet emerging trends.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Web Design And Development
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR 2013.08 - 2018.12
Skills
- HTML
CSS
UI/UX Design
Organization
Attention to Detail
Problem-solving
Communication
Software
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
MarketDirect StoreFront
Pace
Timeline
Web Project Manager
RiverCity Print & Imaging
2023.12 - Current
Graphic Designer
RiverCity Print & Imaging
2023.07 - 2023.12
Web Manager/Senior Designer
TAKEOVERSports
2019.01 - Current
Lead Videographer/Senior Editor
TAKEOVERSports
2017.03 - Current
Sales Associate
Old Navy
2015.01 - 2020.05
Bachelor of Arts - Web Design And Development
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
2013.08 - 2018.12
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