Brian Richardson

Edmond, OK | Contact Me | Portfolio

Summary

Highly motivated and results-oriented full-stack developer and UI/UX designer with 7+ years of experience in developing and maintaining internal applications, designing user-centered interfaces, and managing databases. Proven ability to translate business needs into effective technical solutions, with a strong understanding of front-end and back-end development using C#, .NET, SQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Expertise in the Adobe Creative Suite and a passion for creating visually appealing and user-friendly experiences. Seeking a challenging role where I can leverage my skills to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.

Skills

• C#
• .NET
• JavaScript
• HTML
• CSS
• PHP
• SQL
• MVC
• .NET Core
• Entity Framework
• MySQL
• phpMyAdmin
• SSMS
• Git
• Visual Studio
• VS Code
• Microsoft Office
• Salesforce.com
• Intuit QuickBooks
• Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, XD)
• Wireframing
• Prototyping
• Responsive Design
• User Research
• UX Surveys
• Data Management
• Bug Fixes
• Application Maintenance
• Report Generation

Professional Experience

Hobby Lobby, Inc. | Oklahoma City, OK

Programmer/Analyst | April 2019 - Present

• Develop and maintain front-end and back-end components of internal applications for asset management and legal design request processing.
• Implement enhancements, bug fixes, and data management solutions, including ad-hoc queries, for internal applications.
• Migrate Entity Framework to .NET Core for improved application performance.
• Utilize C#, .NET, SQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to develop applications primarily for the art department.
• Design and implemented database layouts and schemas.

Hobby Lobby, Inc. | Oklahoma City, OK

UI/UX Developer | July 2016 - April 2019

• Designed responsive wireframes and prototypes for an internal web application used by graphic designers, project coordinators, the legal team, and leadership.
• Developed web page code based on wireframes and prototypes using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Conducted annual UX surveys to gather user feedback and implement application improvements.
• Created customized reports with diverse data types for leadership.
• Collaborated closely with the internal programming team on back-end development and database management.

Spec Creative | Oklahoma City, OK

Graphic Design, Web Design/Development | March 2015 - 2019

• Designed and produced print materials, including magazines and marketing collateral.
• Designed and developed responsive and accessible web pages using HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, and CMS systems.
• Performed weekly content maintenance for client websites (e.g., articles).
• Created and maintained databases using MySQL and phpMyAdmin on hosting servers.

Education

Francis Tuttle Technology Center | Oklahoma City, OK
Web Design & Development 2015 - 2016

Oklahoma State University | Stillwater, OK
Business Management 2014 - 2015
Studio Art 1990 - 1994