I am a designer & front-end developer with passion for aesthetic quality, usability & client success. I enjoy working for a greater cause, being creative, hands-on, and inventive. I am always ready to learn something new :) My goal is to make a positive difference while helping others succeed & to further develop my skills and interests- and have fun doing it! Specialties: Custom Creative Solutions for businesses, non-profits, healthcare industries & the military: Web Design, Print Design, Content Creation, User Experience (UX) Design, Information Architecture, Social Media Marketing, SEO and Web Analytics, Photography, Fine Art, and more.

Creative Director | ADS CREATIVE @ The creative director is charged with determining the best ways to visually represent our company’s and our client's identity online. It's very much a people-oriented job, involving development of high-level concepts for design projects. It also involves working with internal and external clients, pitching designs, and understanding client needs. At times, develops visual designs, and at other times, is responsible for recruiting and managing third party design firms as well as internal design resources. Responsibilities +Brand development, web site traffic growth, web site UI and advertising revenue. Developed brand strategy and statistics systems + Lead creative sessions for project kick-offs + Manage multiple projects from concept through completion + Develop creative programs and design concepts that meet the business objectives of the organization and that advance our brand strategy + Establish creative direction for the entire line of online services and programs + Supervise and inspire the creative team of vendor partners; generate multiple concepts for a campaign or project + Work with the account team, strategy team, and copywriters to develop concepts and present to management + Work with internal teams to generate ideas for pitching and proposals + Manage team members + Provide quality control over concepts and projects From June 2012 to Present (3 years 7 months) indianapolis, indianaWeb Applications Developer @ Same roles at the NEC, Fort Carson, just a new position and new contract under CNTS. In 2009, I took on the responsibility for the design & development of Fort Carson’s web sites & touch screen kiosks. This evolved into the role of Lead Designer for the virtual presence of the Army pilot program, The Warrior Family Community Partnership (WFCP) www.wfcp.carson.army.mil. ~Developed, designed & maintained multiple web solutions & other collateral for NIPERNET, Internet, Intranet, Extranet and print collateral. ~Provided creative direction, planning, implementation, development and programming services using animation, user experience design, information architecture, visual design, marketing, photography, analytics and search engine optimization while ensuring industry standard (W3C), Accessibility (Section 508) and Department of Defense compliance. ~Provided consultations to clientele to advise, plan, conceptualize, analyze needs and direct project objectives, taking into account audience, policy, purpose, standards, budget & environment. Addresses & facilitates general e-mail inquires from the public. ~Troubleshooted & resolved technical problems. Evaluated new Internet services & technologies. Participated extensively with other staff members tuning data structures, testing, evaluating & implementing new web-based applications. Served as primary programmer/analyst for one or more systems & as back-up on others. From September 2011 to June 2012 (10 months) Owner | Creative Director @ Freelance Design & Consultative Services Developing custom creative solutions for businesses, non-profits, healthcare industries & the military in print & web from concept to completion. * Graphic Design: Business Identity, Research Exhibits, Trade Show Displays, Brochures, Menus, Banners, Cards, Coins, Campaigns, Certificates & more. * Web Design & UX Design: custom web site design with or without added features like custom photography & graphics. * Photography: Professional photography service for your products, events, portraiture, modeling portfolio & more. * Classes/Workshops: private and group instruction in art & creative software, such as Adobe Photoshop. * Print Brokerage Service: Full Service - from design concept to printed completion. Leave the printing & proofing to us. We have partnerships with the best vendors in order to produce the finished product at the best price! From January 2009 to June 2012 (3 years 6 months) New Media Intern @ Worked closely with the FAC’s New Media Manager to create and implement website content and development plan that supports the organization’s marketing strategy. Crafted and evaluated social media campaigns. Published Press Releases to various venue sites and outlets in support of the strategic marketing plan. From August 2011 to January 2012 (6 months) Colorado Springs, Colorado AreaWeb Master - Fort Carson Warriror Family Community Partnership | Network Enterprise Center (NEC) @ In 2009, I took on the responsibility for the design & development of Fort Carson’s web sites & touch screen kiosks. This evolved into the role of Lead Designer for the virtual presence of the Army pilot program, The Warrior Family Community Partnership (WFCP) www.wfcp.carson.army.mil. ~Developed, designed & maintained multiple web solutions & other collateral for NIPERNET, Internet, Intranet, Extranet and print collateral. ~Provided creative direction, planning, implementation, development and programming services using animation, user experience design, information architecture, visual design, marketing, photography, analytics and search engine optimization while ensuring industry standard (W3C), Accessibility (Section 508) and Department of Defense compliance. ~Provided consultations to clientele to advise, plan, conceptualize, analyze needs and direct project objectives, taking into account audience, policy, purpose, standards, budget & environment. Addresses & facilitates general e-mail inquires from the public. ~Troubleshooted & resolved technical problems. Evaluated new Internet services & technologies. Participated extensively with other staff members tuning data structures, testing, evaluating & implementing new web-based applications. Served as primary programmer/analyst for one or more systems & as back-up on others. From April 2009 to April 2011 (2 years 1 month) Teacher - Creative Digital Imaging @ Instructed classes in Creative Digital Imaging with Photoshop, Beg. I., Photoshop CS4 101, Photoshop CS4 202, for Bemis students ages 16 through adult, beginning through advanced levels From August 2009 to August 2010 (1 year 1 month) Colorado Springs, Colorado AreaMultimedia Specialist @ Official US Army Photographer Interim Graphics Lead - subject matter expert. From June 2008 to October 2008 (5 months) Senior In-house Graphic Designer & Print Specialist @ Subject matter expert providing consultation to customers reaching internal/external audiences. From October 2004 to May 2008 (3 years 8 months) Owner/Director/Instructor @ Client: Non-appropriated Funds (NAF Contracting) Bronco Youth Activities Office, Fort Hood, TX; 120 students • Developed, implemented & instructed dance (tap, jazz, and ballet) curriculum for ages 18 months - adult. Managed all business and billing operations/overhead costs for program ($30,000 annually.) Produced annual and semi-annual productions and various performances. Additional Dance/Performance Resume available upon request. From August 1997 to May 2004 (6 years 10 months) Killeen/Temple, Texas AreaVisual Merchandiser @ Created the customer's first impression of Educational Outfitters. Implemented corporate visual standards, while adding my own unique and innovative visual flair. Displays promoted new product application ideas for customers and increased sales. Duties included the following: Be creative, innovative and imaginative through execution of Visual Merchandising Execute visual standards according to company directives Maintain and present visual displays in an influential manner Produce quality work in a consistent, timely and organized manner Update/maintain product displays as directed by new receipts and seasonal changes Grid fixtures /Adjust lighting Installation of window displays (where applicable) Execute the promotional calendar Maintain Visual shop, department tools, supplies and visual equipment Assist with special events From 2003 to 2004 (1 year) Killeen/Temple, Texas AreaVisual Merchandiser & Muralist @ I used my design skills to promote the image, products and services of The Best Little Floor House in Texas. Produced 20+ mural vignettes to display window treatments using various faux finishing techniques. Created window and in-store displays. Sourced elements such as lighting, props and accessories. Made the most of the space available, worked within a budget and meet deadlines. Hand-painted indoor and outdoor store signage From 2003 to 2004 (1 year) Killeen/Temple, Texas Area

MFA, Web Design and New Media @ Academy of Art University From 2010 to 2018 BFA, Fine Art @ University of Mary-Hardin Baylor From 2000 to 2004 Julie Davis is skilled in: Graphic Design, Web Design, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Information Architecture, Non-profits, Fine Art, Content Creation, User Experience, Typography, InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator