Portfolio

A SELECTION OF MY WEB DESIGN PROJECTS

Experience

MY BACKGROUND

During my time as a web specialist, I have launched over 100 sites, and have repeatedly helped clients grow their business by increasing their online presence. I have worn many hats over the years, and am extremely proficient in helping clients develop multi-channel marketing strategies that drive leads and conversions. My skillset includes but is not limited to, web design & development, project management, UI/UX design, web hosting, digital marketing strategy development, PPC, paid/organic social campaigns, email marketing, copywriting, and graphic design. I also manage my own web server that currently hosts over 50 websites, and am highly adept at managing back-end, server side and DNS issues.

DIRECTOR OF WEB DESIGN | SharpNet Solutions | March 2021 – Present

I am currently the Director of Web Design at the digital marketing agency, SharpNet Solutions, in Fort Collins, CO. Our company is an industry leading SEO service provider, and has built hundreds of websites for our clients over the years. I was instrumental in growing the web design department from four to eight members over the course of the 3 years in this position, and currently manage a team of seven other designers, developers, and hosting technicians.

My responsibilities include:

• Tasked with pursuing company goals while developing processes to foster departmental growth
• Managed over 250 web design projects growing the department from 4 to 8 employees
• Implemented numerous processes that helped grow the team from $150K to $500K annually
• Oversaw the design and development of multiple web and mobile app projects
• Created an Agile Scrum Framework to successfully manage hundreds of ongoing designs
• Led the development of an internal task management system for recurring support tasks
• Responsible for hiring and facilitating training/development of department team members
• Reported departmental profitability, efficiency, and quality control to VP of Operations and CEO

WEB DESIGNER & ACCOUNT MANAGER | SharpNet Solutions | February 2020 – March 2021

As a web design specialist and account manager at SharpNet Solutions I designed, developed, and launched numerous websites for many of the agency’s clients. Each of these web designs required a myriad of visual and technical skills to produce, and every one was built with SEO and conversion potential in mind. Several of these projects included special functionalities elevating them from informational sites to key aspects of the client’s marketing strategy.

My responsibilities included:

• Designed and developed over 30 WordPress websites from conception to launch
• Managed digital marketing initiatives and strategy for multiple clients and business partners
• Led the development of high-level marketing plans for strategic clients across multiple channels
• Created wireframes, mockups, and brand materials for numerous clients and organizations
• Used technical skills to diagnose and fix numerous broken websites, bugs, and hacks
• Oversaw web hosting and email services and provided clients with high-level technical support
• Designed multiple logos, ad creatives, infographics, and print materials for dozens of businesses
• Regularly delivered projects on time and under budget with great attention to detail

FREELANCE WEB DEVELOPER & DESIGNER | Gatsbo Webworks | May 2016 – Present

As a skilled WordPress developer I am very familiar with several of the top themes and plugins, and am very good at learning new ones quickly, as well as picking up new CMS platforms in a flash. Being self employed in the web design & digital marketing industry has provided me with a deep understanding of what it takes to create and manage a successful website and online presence.

My responsibilities include:

• Designed and developed numerous WordPress websites with multiple special functionalities
• Created multiple brands from scratch through extensive communication with business owners
• Helped clients build their online presence and greatly increase leads and conversions
• Spearheaded the creation of marketing strategies utilizing multiple marketing channels
• Managed several PPC, paid social, organic social, and retargeting campaigns for clients
• Designed and facilitated numerous email marketing campaigns and sales funnels
• Created hundreds of graphics, ad creatives, and brand materials for several large clients
• Successfully maintained the logistics of running my own business for over a decade

JUNIOR WEB & GRAPHIC DESIGNER | Gatsbo Marketing | July 2014 – May 2016

My entry into the world of web design was working for a small three person firm known as Gatsbo Marketing LLC. It was there that I cut my teeth and first learned the ins and outs of WordPress, web design & development, hosting, server management, SEO, PPC, Social Media, copywriting, and graphic design.

Clients

MY TESTIMONIALS

I have several loyal clients that I have worked with for multiple years. In return for helping them grow their businesses, they have enabled me to expand my skills and gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to manage client needs and expectations.

“We, here at Longmeadow, have been doing business with James for years and he has been invaluable in the success of our business! From the design of our website to our online promotions and web presence, James has done an amazing job!”

LONGMEADOW GAME RESORT & EVENT CENTER

“We have worked with James for years and he has never let us down. He’s always there when something goes wrong, and is quick to respond and get things handled.”

GATEWAY REALTY LLC

“James provided us with everything we asked for when it came to bringing our website and marketing efforts up to today’s standards.”

BAER INSURANCE LLC