Joe Jackson Creative

Resume

Currently available for hire & looking for opportunity!

Employment History

Joe Jackson Creative - Denver, CO

Senior Creative Designer, User Experience, Web Designer, Creative Director, and Creative Consultant. & Branding.
Currently available for hire and looking for opportunity!

Drive Prodigy, Sim-Tech & Excel Driver Services - Denver, CO

Feb 2016 - June 2024 

Lead Brand & UI/UX Product Designer

Spearheaded the complete product design and brand management for Drive Prodigy, Excel Driver Services and Sim-Tech Simulation Systems, encompassing all branding, VR product design, and large format vinyl printing.
Led the product design and development of the Drive Prodigy web application, including wire-frames, prototypes, and UX/UI design.
Managed a multidisciplinary development team, overseeing project timelines, deliverables, and quality control.
Developed and implemented SOPs for recruitment and job processes.

90octane.com - Denver, CO

Sept 2014 - Feb 2016 

Web Developer & UX/UI Designer

Transitioned into a Web Developer role, creating responsive HTML email templates, landing pages, and WordPress websites for high-profile clients including TriZetto Provider Solutions, Jeppesen, Feeding America, and Gates.
Designed and developed two key websites, SummersCorner.com and EastEdisto.com, integrating HTML, CSS, and PHP with responsive design principles.
Proposed and executed a comprehensive redesign and rebuild of the MWH Global (now Stantec) family of websites, leading to full-time employment and successful completion within a year.

Media News Group / Digital First Media - Denver, CO

Sept 2012 - Aug 2014

Senior UX/UI Designer

Led the UX/UI design for DFM’s digital portfolio, including The Denver Post, San Jose Mercury News, and St. Paul Pioneer Press, across desktop, tablet, and mobile platforms.
Key projects included the redesign of The Denver Post’s native and mobile web applications, a mobile-first redesign of niche products, and the overhaul of the Post’s commerce products.
Conducted extensive user testing and developed wireframes and prototypes for stakeholder buy-in and user validation.

Genesis Inc. - Denver, CO

October 2009 - May 2011

Senior Web Designer

Collaborated on major accounts including Beaver Creek Resort, Qwest, Pearl Izumi, and Frontier Airlines, delivering high-impact web designs that aligned with client branding and objectives.

Page1Solutions - Golden, CO

Dec 2008 - October 2009

Web Designer

Completed intensive training in CSS and search engine compliance, designing and building search engine optimized websites for attorneys and plastic surgeons.

FactionMedia - Denver, CO

May 2007 - October 2009

Contract Print & Web Designer

Worked on diverse web and print projects including Flash/HTML websites, identity packages, and brochures. Notable projects included a flash/video presentation for Avaya Telecommunications.

MontanoSolaria - Denver, CO

June 2005 - October 2011

Contract Print & Web Designer

Developed user interfaces, identity packages, and web/print materials, including the creation of iCinematographer dot com, a resource hub for filmmakers.

JM Marketing - Denver, CO

July 2004 - June 2005

Lead Designer

Led the design of Flash games and prize forms for PuzzlePayouts.com, incorporating custom sound and animation.

Enercom - Denver, CO

December 2003 - June 2004

Creative Director

Directed design efforts for over a dozen annual reports and various marketing materials within the oil industry.

Ridge Creative - Laramie, WY

June 2003 - November 2003

Freelance Designer

Designed full-color ads, promotional booklets, and a website for the Wyoming Board of Tourism and University of Wyoming American Heritage Center.

FX170 Technical Marketing Group - Lafayette, CO

December 2002 - February 2003

Freelance Designer

Designed and built Flash and CD-ROM presentations, art-directed a small team, and contributed to marketing campaigns for various clients.

Ianni Group - Denver, CO

September 2002 - January 2003

Contract Designer

Designed promotional materials and point-of-purchase displays for brands such as Mike’s Hard Lemonade and Moosehead Lager, and contributed to the rebranding of the Outlets of Colorado.

Factory Labs Design - Denver, CO

January 2000 - February 2002

Freelance Designer

Led teams in creating web and print projects for clients like Copper Mountain Resort, Yeti Mountain Bikes, and Red Rocks Amphitheater.

Navidec - Englewood, CO

February 1999 - January 2000

Web Designer

Served as the creative lead on e-commerce websites, focusing on interface usability and user experience.

Barking Otter Design - Denver, CO

April 1998 - February 1999

Web Designer

Worked on various projects including promotions for the Denver Zoo, self promotional website and collateral material for Barking Otter Studio, production for several direct mail pieces for AIGA Colorado Chapter.

CAMPUS EVENTS DEPARTMENT at Metropolitan State College of Denver - Denver, CO

February 1995 - March 1997

Graphic Designer

Conceptualized and designed websites, posters, banners, table tents, flyers, and ads for all of the Auraria Campus events.

Education

American College of London - London, England

1996 Attended Fine Art and Communication Design classes with credit toward a MSCD BFA Degree.

Metropolitan State College of Denver - Denver, CO

1993 - 1998 Earned BFA in Communication Design & Art Furniture

General Assembly — Denver, CO

March 2021 Completed UI/UX User Experience Design Course.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Conceptual thinking and ability to define aesthetic for all connected experiences.
Expert knowledge of creative design and development process.
Master of composition, form, and narrative with a strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout.
Proven experience creating interactive prototypes, low and high-fidelity wireframes, user stories, workflow diagrams and storyboards.
Ability to work on multiple projects and tasks (ad hoc and/or planned) across all collaborative and agile environments.
Ability to manage complex content schedules and deliver projects on time and on budget; reliable and I react quickly and smoothly to changes.
Excellent communications design skills, including the ability to present concepts to teams or review boards in a persuasive manner.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and communicate design concepts to stakeholders and non-designers.