Michael Burris

UX Designer • User Researcher • Video & Animation Designer • Durham, NC, US • Open to relocation

Creative Video Strategy

Film Production

E-Learning

Information Design

Adobe After Effects

Motion Graphics

Wireframing

Design Research

Heuristic Evaluation

User Flows

User Research

Usability Testing

Graphic Design

UI/UX Design

Prototyping

Directing

Figma

Available for hire fromNegotiable

Contracts

Experienced UI/UX Designer | Film & Media Grad | Creating Intuitive Digital Experiences

As a UX Designer at USAA, I led the redesign of their credit card account summary, used by USAA’s 13 million members to monitor their transactions and gain insight into their financial health. Before that, I worked as a Digital Designer at The Agency Marketing Group, where I developed digital ad campaigns and websites for the agency's 50+ clients. Ability to act as a "full-stack" designer for startups, deeply knowledge with graphics for print, video editing, motion graphics, ux design, and ability to build custom wordpress & webflow based websites. You can find more about my professional journey on my LinkedIn profile.

Projects

Lead Redesign for USAA Mobile App Credit Card Account Summary

I led the redesign of the credit card account summary for the USAA Mobile app, enhancing the user experience for millions of members. This project involved creating a more intuitive and visually appealing interface, enabling users to easily monitor their transactions and gain valuable insights into their financial health. The redesign focused on improving usability, accessibility, and overall user satisfaction, ensuring that USAA members have a seamless and efficient experience managing their credit card accounts on the mobile app. See More

Website for Zia Pia | Italian food importer with 200+ products

Zia Pia is a Speciality Italian Foods Importer that contacted us to help them make the transition from being a brick and mortar store to being 100% online. They wanted a refreshed visual design of their brand and a website that catered their users diverse needs.See More

Lead Developer and Designer for AvidXchange Music Factory Website

Led the development and design of the AvidXchange Music Factory website, creating a dynamic and user-friendly platform for music enthusiasts. This project presented a unique challenge as it required integrating artist data from Ticketmaster and event data from LiveNation APIs. Successfully implementing these integrations showcased my technical ability to extend beyond design, ensuring real-time updates and a seamless user experience. The website, which attracts 120,000 monthly visitors, highlights my capability to handle complex technical requirements while delivering an engaging and visually appealing digital presence.See More

Rutherford County tourism web design / photography contribution

I had the pleasure of designing the website for Visit NC Small Towns, creating an inviting and user-friendly online presence to showcase the charm and appeal of North Carolina's small towns. My role included the design and development of the website, ensuring a seamless user experience and visually engaging interface. Additionally, I regularly contributed specialized landing pages tailored for digital ad campaigns, enhancing the site's marketing efforts and driving visitor engagement. I also contributed some of the photography featured on the site, capturing the essence and beauty of these unique small towns.See More

Digital Media Campaign increased area profits by 25%

Jiffy Lube consists of franchises across the US. We were approached by the Jiffy Lube owners based in the Carolinas with over 20 locations. This franchise had one the most underperforming marketing ROIs across the US with a cost per visit of over $20 in 2019. By 2021 we accomplished a cost per visit of $10.86, which raised the franchise to one of the best performing in the nation.See More

Brand Identity for higher ed recruitment service

At New Horizons, I spearheaded the creation of the brand identity for Apollo, a startup focused on higher education recruitment services. My role encompassed the comprehensive development of their visual identity, including designing the logo and selecting the color palette. Additionally, I designed business cards, 8ft banners, and marketing pamphlets, ensuring a cohesive and professional image across all materials. Each element was crafted to reflect Apollo's mission of connecting students with higher education opportunities. This project demonstrated my ability to build a strong brand presence from the ground up, delivering visually engaging and impactful design solutions.See More

Work History

UI/UX Designer II

USAAJun 2022 - Present • 2 yrs 5 mosResponsible for designing user interfaces and experiences for USAA's digital products and services.

Lead Digital Designer

The Agency Marketing GroupSep 2019 - Jun 2022 • 2 yrs 10 mosResponsible for creating digital designs and visual assets for The Agency Marketing Group's clients.

Product Designer

Betta Innovations, LLCMay 2019 - Oct 2019 • 6 mos

Enterprise UX Design Intern

Betta Innovations, LLCJan 2019 - Oct 2019 • 10 mos

Education

University of Florida

Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Film and Media2011 - 2015

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