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Matthew Blanks

Longmont,CO

Summary

Accomplished Creative Director at Aria Interactive, renowned for elevating brand reputation through strategic communication and high-impact visual storytelling. Expert in leading cross-functional teams and managing multimedia production. Proven track record in delivering projects on time and within budget, showcasing exceptional project management and creative team leadership skills.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Director

Aria Interactive
2019 - Current
  • Elevated company reputation through consistent delivery of high-quality creative content.
  • Developed high-impact creative trailers and promotional content for company campaigns from concept to completion.
  • Managed campaigns with specific focuses in order to meet customer needs and creative visions.
  • Developed strategic communication and marketing plans.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality creative assets on time and within budget constraints.
  • Developed comprehensive style guides to maintain brand consistency across all channels.

Webmaster

RXE Industries
2013 - 2019
  • Troubleshot issues with websites and fixed scripting and use issues.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, delivering high-quality results within tight deadlines.
  • Conceptualized, planned and executed original designs for wide range of website properties.
  • Configured and purchased domains for websites.
  • Migrated existing websites onto new platforms without losing essential data or compromising site functionality.
  • Implemented e-commerce solutions for businesses looking to sell products online successfully.
  • Created detailed documentation for future reference or training purposes.
  • Conducted usability testing to identify areas for improvement in layout and design.
  • Streamlined content management processes for efficient uploading and updating of web pages.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to create SEO strategies that boosted search engine rankings.
  • Integrated social media platforms into websites to increase visitor engagement and reach.
  • Utilized analytics tools to monitor site traffic trends and make data-driven improvements to the website''s design and functionality.
  • Designed mobile-responsive websites to improve user experience on various devices.
  • Ensured website security by implementing regular updates, backups, and monitoring for vulnerabilities.
  • Trained staff members on website maintenance procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all updates.
  • Enhanced website performance by optimizing images, code, and overall site structure.
  • Adhered to SEO best practices while designing sites.
  • Planned website development, converting mockups into usable web presence with HTML, JavaScript, AJAX, and JSON coding.
  • Coded websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery languages.

Web Designer

Colorado Satellite Broadcasting
2008 - 2013
  • Increased online visitor engagement by incorporating interactive features like multimedia elements, animations, and call-to-action buttons.
  • Promoted brand identity by creating company logos and delivering attractive, user-friendly and unique website.
  • Designed highly engaging interactive user interfaces that complied with modern web standards.
  • Troubleshot technical issues and optimized websites for search engine optimization, performance and accessibility.
  • Utilized analytics tools regularly to track website performance metrics and inform data-driven design decisions for future improvements.
  • Worked closely with copywriters to ensure content was effectively integrated into web designs, leading to cohesive and engaging user experiences.
  • Enhanced website functionality by implementing responsive design and user-friendly navigation elements.
  • Assisted in the creation of high-performing landing pages that helped convert web visitors into leads and customers for clients'' businesses.
  • Ensured websites remained accessible across multiple devices by adhering to industry-standard coding practices for adaptive design.
  • Discussed site and app requirements with clients to produce actionable development plans.

Web Designer

Synergy Media Group
2003 - 2008
  • Designed user interface to meet client specifications,
  • Developed graphic and image assets for both content and digital marketing efforts.
  • Improved overall site aesthetics through the use of high-quality graphics, typography choices, color schemes, and layout principles.
  • Coordinated copywriting and designed images to craft website content.
  • Provided ongoing support to clients post-launch, resolving any issues promptly and maintaining positive working relationships.
  • Optimized website performance with regular evaluations and adjustments to page load times, image optimization, and code efficiency.
  • Planned website development, converting mockups into usable web presence with HTML, JavaScript, AJAX, and JSON coding.
  • Coded websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery languages.

Skills

  • Advertising campaigns
  • Video editing
  • Marketing communications
  • Campaign development
  • Communications strategies
  • Design leadership
  • Multimedia production
  • Project management
  • Media industry expertise
  • Typography expertise
  • Budget adherence
  • Storyboard creation
  • Marketing expertise
  • Design background
  • Art direction
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Web design
  • Critical thinking

Interests

  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Web Development and Design
  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Historical Exploration
  • Digital Art and Animation
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement
  • Music
  • Creative Writing
  • Drawing and Painting
  • Photography

Timeline

Creative Director

Aria Interactive
2019 - Current

Webmaster

RXE Industries
2013 - 2019

Web Designer

Colorado Satellite Broadcasting
2008 - 2013

Web Designer

Synergy Media Group
2003 - 2008
Matthew Blanks