Hi there, I’m Ryan!
A critical thinker, user-first designer, enthusiastic problem solver, and a diverse skill set that includes: HTML5, CSS3, & JavaScript.
The idea of creating designs that allow other people to interact with products better as well as getting the opportunity to tell a story behind a product is really compelling to me. If you need a designer who can design solutions for user pain points but also who can easily work cross-functionally with developers/engineers since I can code with HTML/CSS/JavaScript, then you’ve come to the right place. I have years of design experience so I have no problem being able to quickly pivot into any role that is needed from me.
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I’d love to work with you!
What I can bring to the table
Diverse Skills
I love teaching myself new skills as I feel it enables me to enrich the skills I already have. So I have a accumulated a wide set of skills in my years in design like being able to code in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. I can also 3D model, animate, illustrate, and graphic design. I’m the kind of designer who is always looking for the opportunity to grow and if I need a new skill for a project I pick it up quickly.
Visual Design
I have strong appreciation for the visual representation of design work. Throughout my experience in design I have developed a solid sense of hierarchy, ability to execute clean and well crafted designs, and can easily fit layouts into existing design systems.
Product Design
I’m able to think systematically and resolve complex problems. Then I take those solutions and see how they intersect with user needs and business iI’m able to think systematically and resolve complex problems. Then I take those solutions and see how they intersect with user needs and business interests to create a solid product strategy. I want to tell stories behind products because I believe it is the most effective way to engage users and stakeholders.
Teamwork
I’m someone who contributes to the discussion of a project who gives clear concise feedback to help solve problems and communicates well with stakeholders.
I feel it is really important to be an active participant within a team and to facilitate creativity with other people as well. I want to be known as someone who is easy to collaborate with.
Experience
Red Ghost Design
Product Designer
2021 – Current
● I improved in-house logistics software for a wholesale business. Under my direction the software became easier to use and more efficient.
● Because I can code with HTML/CSS/Javacript I have an easy time working cross functionally with engineers to quickly iterate on software design changes.
● Built a consensus on how to best make design choices for the product in front of stakeholders. Then after making the changes I measured KPI to see if the design changes where successful. Impressed stakeholders with the improved software.
Red Ghost Design
Graphic Designer
2008 – 2021
●Created a freelance graphic and interactive design business that aimed to assist small companies in brand development from concept through completion of the project.
● Developed numerous projects including: logo design, website design, catalogs, product packaging, flyers, posters, newsletters, info-graphics, brochures, and T-shirts. While ensuring the highest brand awareness of the target audience.
Education
Coursera – Google UX Design Certificate
2021
Associates in Fine Art
Yavapai College – 2010
Associates in Graphic design
Yavapai College – 2008
Skills
- Wireframing
- Rapid Prototyping
- Usability Testing
- User Journey Mapping
- User Research
- Web Design
- JavaScript
- 3D Modeling
- 3D Printing
- UI/UX Design
- Product design
- Layout Design
- Interaction Design
- Visual Design
- HTML
- CSS
- Animation
Tools
- Figma
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- Illustrator
- After Effects
- LottieFiles
- Blender