JAKE MORELL
610-506-7381
jakemorell.design@gmail.com
Woodstown, NJ 08098
ABOUT ME
For more than 5 years, I have been working as a skilled UI/UX Designer and Developer, holding a B.A. in Computing and Informatics, along with a Google UX Certification. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with numerous Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 organizations, earning a solid reputation for delivering exceptional service and quality results to both B2B and B2C clients.
EXPERIENCE
VERIZON WIRELESS | UI/UX DESIGNER / FRONT-END DEVELOPER | REMOTE — JANUARY 2021 - APRIL 2022
As an integral part of a dynamic design team, contributed to the creation and refinement of UI/UX across numerous projects including mobile, web, e-commerce, smartphones, smartwatches, and more, with a strong emphasis on accessibility. Successfully redesigned key elements of Verizon's e-commerce platform, resulting in a 15% decrease in user navigation time and a 10% increase in conversion rates Revamped accessibility features across all digital assets, leading to a 30% increase in usage by customers with accessibility needs. Collaborated with Quality Assurance teams and effectively utilized GitHub, OneConfluence, and OneJira for issue management. Applied a diverse toolkit including Figma, InVision, Adobe Suite for design tasks, HTML/CSS, React for front-end development, and Aria, NVDA, Jaws, and VoiceOver for ensuring accessibility. Communicated with product managers and UX designers to translate project requirements and business objectives into polished user interfaces.
WEB 3.0 | UI/UX DESIGNER | REMOTE — SEPTEMBER 2022 - DECEMBER 2022
Successfully managed and completed three UI/UX design projects on time and within budget over the course of the year, serving various departments within the companies. Designed UI/UX, product design, and packaging design, for Web 3.0 entertainment companies, “Doodles” and “Pudgy Penguins” using Figma, InVision, Adobe XD, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Two-year familiarity in the Web 3.0 / crypto space with platforms and technologies such as Metamask, OpenSea, Coinbase, allowed for ease when understanding clients needs.
FREELANCE | UI/UX DESIGNER / FRONT-END DEVELOPER | REMOTE — MAY 2017 - PRESENT
Successfully designed and/or developed over 10+ websites and mobile apps, as well as plenty of graphic designs, for many clients one-to-one. Experience with many companies from individuals, to entertainment, e-commerce, medical, financial, and more. Technologies and applications used consist of Figma, Sketch, InVision, Adobe Suite, HTML/CSS, Javascript, React, Shopify, WordPress. Developed application UIs via emerging front-end technologies. Converted abstract ideas and requirements into user personas and storyboards. Used wireframes, mock-ups and prototypes to establish user interface design and architecture.
ROWAN UNIVERSITY - INFORMATION RESOURCES & TECHNOLOGY | NETWORK ENGINEER ASSISTANT | MARCH 2019 - MAY 2020
Worked in conjunction with Rowan University administration staff in campus networking. Experience with Cisco and Aruba hardware and software technologies. Installed/restored/repaired many networks around campus daily. A part of many big projects such as replacing 50-100 pound UPS battery systems across 100+ networking closets campus (summer 2019). Cleaned, collected, and organized department equipment across 30+ buildings on campus.
EDUCATION
ROWAN UNIVERSITY | GLASSBORO, NJ
B.A. Computing & Informatics - Focus in UI/UX Design + Front-End Development
GOOGLE UX DESIGN CERTIFICATION | COURSERA
SKILLS
• Wireframing
• Product Design (Low to High Fidelity)
• User Research
• Mockups
• Leadership
• Adobe Creative Suite (all apps)
• Figma
• Sketch
• InVision
• HTML/CSS
• Javascript
• React
• Network Troubleshoot
• PC/Mobile Device Troubleshoot
LINK TO DOWNLOAD RESUME - HERE