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Chris Kraft is a seasoned designer and developer with extensive experience in creating innovative digital solutions. He is based in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. With a strong educational background in Digital Design from the University of Cincinnati, Chris has honed his skills in graphic design, typography, animation, and web development. His proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, has enabled him to deliver high-quality visual content. Throughout his career, Chris has worked with various clients, including Fortune 500 companies, to design and develop custom websites, mobile apps, and digital interfaces. His expertise in user experience (UX) and interaction design has allowed him to create intuitive and user-friendly interfaces that meet the needs of diverse audiences.

Credentials

  • edX Verified Certificate for Introduction to Web Accessibility
    edX
    Oct, 2021
    - Apr, 2026
  • Learn Javascript - 21 Essential Array Methods
    Coursera
    Oct, 2021
    - Apr, 2026
  • Vue.js: Full-Stack Applications with Firebase
    LinkedIn
    Jan, 2021
    - Apr, 2026
  • CIW User Interface Designer
    Certified Internet Web Professional
    Aug, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • GraphQL Essential Training
    LinkedIn
    Jun, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Eleven Fifty Academy Graduate
    Eleven Fifty Academy
    Apr, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Web Development Red Badge
    Eleven Fifty Academy
    Apr, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Web Development Blue Badge
    Eleven Fifty Academy
    Mar, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Building RESTful APIs with Node.js and Express
    LinkedIn
    Feb, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Express Essential Training
    LinkedIn
    Feb, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Web Development Gold Badge
    Eleven Fifty Academy
    Feb, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Learn and Understand AngularJS
    Udemy
    Jul, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Learn React Course
    Codecademy
    Sep, 2017
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

  • kriggity.com
    • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
    • Freelance Designer and Developer
      • Jan 1999 - Present
      • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

      • Clients: roadsriversandtrails.com, wolfcustomtile.com, beardedartist.net, thefultongrovewinery.com• Custom website development, deployment, and design (WordPress, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, AWS)• Logo and graphic design (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

  • DeveloperTown
    • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
    • Human Factors Software Engineer
      • Mar 2021 - May 2023
      • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

      United Nations Joint Staff Pension FundWorked with marketing and UX specialists to restructure and optimize an outdated UNJSPF siteConducted a technical analysis of the client’s current site and interviewed content editors regarding their workflows and pain pointsLead a team of UN developers to create a WordPress site that:• Supported the new content organization and site interface• Provided content editors additional flexibility, and less dependency on the developers, for creating new contentWordPress creation and maintenance for Mosaic, Your MoneyLine, and Indianapolis Habitat for Humanity.Astro framework creation for Detour and DeveloperTown Values.

  • Eleven Fifty Academy
    • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
    • Learning Assistant
      • Aug 2020 - Jan 2021
      • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

      • Created, and currently direct, a testing program within EFA to assist students in earning their CIW User Interface Design Certification• Established EFA as a CIW Certified Testing Center, resulting in a 32% reduction in cost-per-exam

  • Eleven Fifty Academy
    • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
    • Student
      • Jan 2020 - Apr 2020
      • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

      12-week immersive Web Development boot camp.

  • TouchPoint One
    • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
    • Web Developer
      • Aug 2018 - Jan 2020
      • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

      • Co-developed an agent-coaching feature in the award-winning Sidekick, a call center SaaS • Built and maintained performance review and internal communication tools using AngularJS, SQL, Javascript, HTML, and CSS• Improved team work process by implementing GIT version control

  • Moser Consulting
    • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
    • Wordpress Developer
      • Feb 2018 - Jul 2018
      • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

      • Custom WordPress development for Chiapetta Shoes• Constructed responsive page layouts from designer mockups within a custom WordPress theme• Built custom, responsive menus that integrated with ecommerce plugins

  • Cisco
    • Remote
    • Web Designer (iTalent Digital Consultant)
      • Oct 2017 - Jan 2018
      • Remote

      Created and improved web interfaces for Cisco’s Support and Downloads using Javascript, HTML, CSS, and Adobe Experience Manager

  • Clubessential
    • Cincinnati, OH
    • Front-End Web Developer
      • Mar 2016 - Oct 2017
      • Cincinnati, OH

      • Designed and coded user interface for an online food ordering feature in Clubessential’s proprietary management software• Researched and implemented process improvements to reduce development time and increase the quality of the finished sites• Created custom websites for multimillion-dollar clients such as Disney Club 33, McConnell Golf, and Hershey Country Club using HTML, CSS, and Javascript

    • Director of Development
      • Mar 2015 - Mar 2016
      • Cincinnati, OH

      • Directed and managed a small project team of developers• Designed green screen kiosk interfaces for clients such as Fox Broadcasting, Ricola, and several Gannett brands • Co-developed and designed mobile apps and flatscreen display graphics for ESPN Toyota Sportsnation Pulse of the Nation Tour• Coded and launched the initial Produce Perks website in addition to producing artwork for billboards, bus wraps, and other physical advertisements

  • Zipscene
    • Cincinnati, OH
    • Front-End Web Developer and Designer
      • Aug 2011 - Mar 2015
      • Cincinnati, OH

      • Constructed and maintained websites using HTML, CSS, Javascript, PHP, and WordPress for clients including Steak ‘n Shake, Macaroni Grill, Marco’s Pizza, McAlister’s Deli, Potbelly, and Sizzler• Maintained mobile app interfaces using Javascript, HTML, and CSS• Executed website and Facebook promotions using Shortstack, HTML, CSS, Javascript, and Photoshop for clients such as Bob Evans, Bruegger’s Bagels, Fazoli’s, and Gold Star Chili

  • School Outfitters
    • Cincinnati, OH
    • Senior Graphic Designer
      • Mar 2005 - Aug 2010
      • Cincinnati, OH

      • Directed a small team of graphic/web designers and photo editors• Co-developed branding for Fat Catalog, an online commercial furniture retailer• Created a digital organization system for storing product photography• Designed corporate print materials strategically branded for specific audiences using InDesign and Illustrator• Continually refined the graphic interface, structure, and user experience of schooloutfitters.com to improve customer usability

    • Web Developer and Graphic Designer
      • Aug 2003 - Mar 2005
      • Cincinnati, OH

      • Integrated online shopping cart and group registration software (using ASP and SQL) into ski resort websites. • Used Illustrator, Flash, ASP, and MySQL to create an interactive terrain park, with an administrative editor, for Perfect North Slopes. • Designed website and kiosk interfaces using Photoshop, Illustrator, HTML and CSS.

  • Procter & Gamble
    • Cincinnati, OH
    • Web Designer
      • Jan 2001 - Jun 2001
      • Cincinnati, OH

  • ThoughtForm
    • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    • Web Designer
      • Jan 2000 - Jun 2000
      • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

    • Web Designer
      • Jan 1999 - Jun 1999
      • Cincinnati, OH

Education

  • 1997 - 2002
    University of Cincinnati
    Bachelor of Science in Design, Digital Design
  • 1993 - 1997
    St. Xavier High School

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