Blaze Smith

Front-End Development

Web Design

UI/UX Design

Available for hire fromNegotiable

Contracts

Full-Time Roles

UX Designer | Web Developer | IT Specialist

Hello, my name is Blaze. I’m a designer with 2+ years in UX/UI and front end development. What I’m seeking is to join a fast-paced, intimate team environment.

Work History

UX Design Intern

Associated BankSupporting the Innovation & Design teams digital banking experience leading to an increase in mobile deposits. Implementing established and emerging features making us the #1 customer satisfaction bank in the Upper Midwest from JD Power. Designing with accessibility in mind to meet WCAG AA/AAA standards increasing our active user pool.

Owner & Designer

Shovel StudioBuilding client websites on Wordpress, Webflow, Framer, NextJS, Remix, React, and PHP which resulted in conversion rates up to 7.2% for businesses. Establishing brand assets such as logos, style guides, and iconography for a modern & fresh look. Managing clients across multiple projects within different industries and platforms.

IT Intern

Prevail BankAug 2022 - Dec 2022 • 5 mosAssisted IT team to solve technical issues and determine best practices following FDIC regulations, contributing to a successful FDIC audit outcome. Independently managed and prioritized personal tasks ensuring efficient operations, timely task completion, and effective problem resolution. Played a crucial role in a successful disaster recovery test, ensuring uninterrupted network availability during power and internet outages.

Education

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Bachelors, Information Science & Technology (IST)

Northcentral Technical College

Associates, Web Design

Northcentral Technical College

Technical, Junior Developer

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UX Designer | Web Developer | IT Specialist

Hello, my name is Blaze. I’m a designer with 2+ years in UX/UI and front end development. What I’m seeking is to join a fast-paced, intimate team environment.