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calvin mcCormick

graphic designer

A LITTLE ABOUT ME

Hello. I am a designer. a team member. a vegan. a creative. a wordpress fan. a weight lifter.
I live in Asheville North Carolina.
I will provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for a creative team, ensuring the development and execution of innovative and impactful design and marketing concepts that effectively communicate your brand’s message and meet business objectives.

SERVICES

Web Design

I design cool websites. It is an undisputed fact that a readers will be more engaged by the attention grabbing content you will receive.

Graphic Design

I'm a passionate graphic designer with over 2 years of experience, specializing in both web and print design.

Teamwork

I can work well in teams. I am experienced at time management and meeting project timelines.

WordPress

I can build websites with WordPress CMS and set them up for your business needs.

WORK PROCESS

IDEA

CONCEPT

DESIGN

DEVELOP

TEST

LAUNCH

FUN FACT

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5 Countries Visited

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3 Certificates Earned

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14 Coffee Shops Visited

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4 Awards Won

MY WORKS

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Blue Nine Systems Website Design 1

made in WordPress with Divi Builder

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Blue Nine Systems Website Design 2

made in WordPress with Divi Builder

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Blue Nine Systems Website Design 3

made in WordPress with Divi Builder

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WNC Broadband Website Design

made in WordPress with Elementor Builder

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Feastin

an app concept

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Cals Clean Milk

a brand concept

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Tread

an app concept

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Nonlinear Website Design

a mixed media website for exploring

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Growing Flower

made in After Effects

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Background Graphic

made in After Effects

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Personal Logo

made in After Effects

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Background Graphic

made in After Effects

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New York Mashup Video

made in premiere

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Skate Mashup Video

made in premiere and after effects

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Client Logo

motion graphic logo design

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Music Playlist UI

made in figma

LET'S GET IN TOUCH

Calvin Kost McCormick

Asheville North Carolina

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WORK HISTORY

2022 - 2023

Web Designer and CSS Specialist

Blue Nine Systems

Worked for Blue Nine Systems which is a healthcare software solutions company. My position at the company was web designer and CSS specialist. Utilized project management methodologies, such as Slack, to streamline project workflow, track progress, and mitigate potential risks, resulting in an efficient and transparent project execution. Redesigned and enhanced the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) of Blue Nine Systems’ website, improving its overall aesthetic appeal and functionality. Collaborated with cross-functional teams including developers, product managers, and stakeholders to understand design requirements and translate them into effective CSS styles and layouts. Conducted thorough analysis of the existing website’s design elements, identified areas for improvement, and developed strategies to optimize the user journey and increase user engagement. Implemented modern CSS techniques and best practices to enhance the responsiveness, accessibility, and performance of the website across various devices and browsers. Developed a consistent and scalable CSS framework to streamline the development process and maintain a cohesive visual identity throughout the website. Conducted usability testing and gathered user feedback to iterate on design concepts and ensure an intuitive and seamless user experience. Actively monitored industry trends and emerging technologies to stay up-to-date with the latest design practices, ensuring the company’s website remained competitive and aligned with industry standards. Collaborated with the marketing team to create visually compelling graphics and promotional materials, maintaining brand consistency across different digital platforms. Successfully met project deadlines and effectively managed multiple design initiatives simultaneously, balancing priorities and delivering high-quality work.

2022 - 2023

Web Designer

WNC Broadband Project

Conducted thorough research and analysis of user feedback, market trends, and competitor websites to identify opportunities for improvement and develop a comprehensive redesign strategy. Collaborated closely with stakeholders, including executive management, marketing teams, and IT department, to define project objectives, establish timelines, and allocate resources effectively, ensuring project milestones were met on time and within budget. Facilitated regular team meetings and provided clear communication channels to foster collaboration, resolve conflicts, and ensure alignment across various departments, resulting in improved coordination and project efficiency. Oversaw the implementation of responsive design principles and optimized user experience, resulting in a significant increase in website traffic, user engagement, and conversion rates. Conducted thorough quality assurance testing to identify and address any functional or design issues, ensuring a seamless user experience across various devices and browsers. Trained and mentored team members on website management best practices, empowering them to effectively maintain and update the website after project completion. Received accolades from clients and stakeholders for successfully delivering the website redesign project on schedule, within budget, and with exceptional quality.

Mar 2015 - 2018

Front End

Whole Foods Market

I am working in retail while I am looking for a design-related job.

Aug 2014 - Feb 2015

Barista

Earth Fare

I worked as a barista in the juice bar. I ran the cash register, made coffe, juices, and smoothies.

EDUCATION HISTORY

2020 - 2022

Bachelors in Interactive Media

University of North Caorlina at Asheville

GPA 3.91

2016 - 2020

Graphic Design

AB Tech

GPA 3.22

DEVELOPMENT SKILLS

HTML5

CSS3

Javascript

Wordpress

DESIGN SKILLS

Figma

Photoshop

Illustrator

TESTIMONIALS

Owen

He was an exceptionally crutial business partner and helped drive sales.

Jonathan

He is a great and hardworking guy. I am so proud of the work he accomplished at school. I have only great expectations for the work he does in the future.

DOWNLOAD MY RESUME

You can download my Resume in pdf format if you like. I currently work for WholeFoods and work out at my gym four days a week.

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VIEW MY LINKEDIN PROFILE

You can view my LinkedIn profile. I like to create usable web interfaces, front end coding stuff and WordPress websites.

MY LINKEDIN PROFILE