Christen Monroe

A former Graphic Designer turned Front-End Developer with over a decade of hands-on experience in graphic design, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table. Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite, along with a strong command of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, I have honed my skills to seamlessly merge creativity with technical proficiency.

A highly creative and results-driven Graphic Designer and Web Developer with over 7 years of professional experience across print, digital media, and user experience. Demonstrated ability to drive business results and enhance brand presence through innovative design and front-end development. Key achievements include improving advertising response by 10%, boosting staff training by 30% for a non-profit curriculum, and increasing web traffic by 52% and sales by 20% through the use HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript for corporate web revitalization. Proven expertise in developing intuitive user interfaces, creating custom illustrations, and delivering strategic visual communication across diverse platforms, from CRM systems to large-scale public event advertising.

I received a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design from the Art Institute of Raleigh-Durham in June 2011, and that is currently being augmented with an Associate of Science in Web Development and User Experience from Wake Technical Community College to reflect a commitment to continuous learning and specialization in modern front-end design, UI, and UX principles.